Master Your Machine: Secrets for Beginner Quilters
Cyndi Souder
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1:39
- In-depth Instruction; over 138 mins
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- Bonus downloadable PDF resources
- Access to class Q&A
Setting Up Your Machine
10:40
Meet machine mastermind Cyndi Souder and dive into your class with an overview of the kinds of sewing machines you might use as a quilter. Cyndi shares tips for creating a functional, ergonomic workspace that will maximize your speed and comfort.
Threading
22:29
Selecting and using thread properly can make all the difference in your quilting. Cyndi shares key information for threading your machine, installing bobbins and troubleshooting less-than-perfect stitches. She also shows you which thread types are best for which projects.
Fixing Tension
18:59
Issues with thread tension can stymie even the most advanced of quilters, but Cyndi teaches you how to problem solve and fix tension issues like a pro. Learn how (and when) to adjust tension in the top and bobbin thread to yield beautiful, even stitches.
Stitch Adjustments
21:15
Dare to move past the default settings on your machine! Discover the different stitches your machine can make and which projects each might be suited for. In addition, Cyndi shows you how to adjust stitches to secure your fabric and create embellishments exactly the way you want.
Presser Feet
23:19
Presser feet can help improve your quilting in numerous ways, notably the quarter-inch foot and free-motion quilting feet. Discover how to make the most of these accessories as Cyndi shows you how they work and what they can do for your quilt projects.
Getting to Know Your Walking Foot
19:32
Explore the versatile solutions that the walking foot provides, and how elements of your machine such as feed dogs work in concert with presser feet to keep your fabric moving smoothly and evenly. Cyndi also shares tips for improving your stitch-in-the-ditch techniques.
Troubleshooting Free-Motion Quilting
21:20
Cyndi takes the fear factor out of free-motion quilting by showing how to anticipate and fix the most common issues quilters run into. Prevent bird's nests, skipped stitches, unwanted loops and more. Next, gain invaluable insight on how to keep your machine clean and in good working order between projects.
Get the knowledge you need to turn your quilting sewing machine into your most valuable tool! Join instructor Cyndi Souder for step-by-step guidance through setup, operating and troubleshooting essentials, starting with how to properly thread your machine. Next, find out how to quickly diagnose and solve thread tension issues and achieve smooth, even stitches every time. Speaking of stitches, isn’t it time you dared to go beyond your machine’s default settings? Cyndi will show you how to adjust stitch length and width before revealing several stitches that every quilter should know. Then, explore presser and walking foot options, and learn how to choose the right foot for any project. Along the way, you’ll discover foolproof tips to prevent and address common problems so you can keep your machine running smoothly for many years, and quilts, to come!
Cyndi Souder
Cyndi Souder is a Bernina ambassador and has been teaching free-motion quilting for more than 10 years. She is the author of Creating Celebration Quilts, and her work has been displayed at numerous quilt shows, including the International Quilt Association Festival in Houston, the Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival and the Quilt Odyssey.
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