Satin Stitch Problems - Designer SE (similar to the Designer 1)

A satin stitch is a combination of a wide zig-zag and a short stitch length. Set the stitch width to the maximum. Then while stitching, shorten the stitch length until the threads lay next to each other so no fabric shows between the threads but the threads do not overlap. It would help if you have a satin stitch foot so there is space under the presser foot for the extra threads.

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Satin Stitch or Zig Zag Machine Applique stitch

Machine Appliqu Basics 1 Turning right angle corners with satin stitch

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Just set it for a short stitch length and a wide zig-zag. Test it and keep adjusting the stitch length so the thread will not overlap from stitch to stitch but also that the stitches are close enough so no fabric shows between the stitches.

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How to Sew Satin Stitch

hi ruth.
go to this link and scroll down the page it might help you out.
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A nice satin stitch is set when the zig-zag threads touch but do not overlap the previous stitch. It is a matter of finely manipulating the stitch length to accomplish this goal.

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How to Sew Satin Stitch

How to Do Satin Stitches on Regular Sewing Machine

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A satin stitch is simply a zig-zag stitch that is shortened enough so the threads lay next to each other without laying over another but also without any space (fabric) showing between. Keep in mind that the thread weight will cause the satin stitch to differ.


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Depends on your machine, but remember if your machine has a 5mm needleplate opening, that limits the size of the lettering you will be able to produce. Unfortunately, to get larger output, you would need to upgrade to an embroidery machine or do the lettering manually with a satin stitch. You can, after practicing, do monogramming free hand with your machine and a satin stitch. However, remember, if the stitch width is limited, even satin stitch will still be limited by that stitch width.

How to Monogram with Basic Sewing Machine (be sure to use a stabilizer behind the fabric. Layer the fabric, then stabilizer, and put in an upside-down embroidery hoop--that way the fabric will be on the top and everything will be flat against the machine's sewing surface. )

How To Do Free Hand Machine Embroidery
(in this video, she puts the stabilizer on the top of the fabric, but it is wash-away stabilizer. If using a tear-away or permanent stabilizer, be sure to put it under the fabric.)

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How to Use Satin Stitch Foot

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Do you use stabilizer when you are satin stitching? I had a teacher who also hooped the fabric with a spring-loaded embroidery hoop (turned upside-down under the presser foot so the fabric is flat against the needle plate) that would keep the fabric taut.

It is not uncommon for bobbin thread to rise to the top when doing embroidery, satin stitch, etc., especially if you are using lighter-weight thread than usual. You would normally loosen the upper tension so the upper thread will sink into the fabric. However, if loosened upper tension is not doing enough, you may need to adjust bobbin tension when doing embroidery, applique... You might try tightening the bobbin tension just a smidgen to get the bobbin thread to stay below the fabric. Be sure to mark the bobbin case before making any adjustments so you can return it to the original setting when finished with the satin stitch. (If you do a lot of satin stitch or applique, etc., you may want to invest in a separate bobbin case that is set up only for doing that kind of work--saves having to alter the bobbin tension frequently.)

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Hello,
Unless you have and know how to use digitizing software, will you be able to add width to the satin stitches when doing applique. You need to cut the applique fabric larger than the cut-out-line so the applique fabric will held down properly. Some Commercial or higher end home embroidery machines can re-interpret the embroidery design and widen the satin stitches in a design without software.

Use your ruler and measure your button. Then transfer those measurements to your garment.
Use chalk to mark the center cut line of your button hole. Mark the end or stop point of the button hole per the measurement.
Practice on a scrap of the same fabric before you begin on your garment.
Set your machine the satin stitch zig zag at a fairly narrow width.
Begin satin on one side of the center line of the mark. Slowly stitch down that side until you get to the end. STOP. Widen your satin stitch to the max. sew about 1/8" and stop with the needle down on the opposite side to your first line of stitching. Turn the fabric, narrow the stitch to match original satin stitch. Sew slowly down the other side of the center mark. STOP, lengthen the stitch, sew 1/8" then do a couple back stitches.

That's one way. Another older way is to sew 2 or tree straight stitch lines around the center line. Remove then use a hand rendered button hole stitch after you cut the hole.

have you tried changing the needle
try rethreading the machine top & bottom
also clean under needle plate area & bobbin area for loose threads & lint