Originally Posted by betbet
please explain to me how to tack with your machine. there is always something new to learn from this site. thank you
I use a wide zig zag stitch( the widest , is what i prefer) , and take the stitch lenght down to zero. I stitch in place several times to make a sort of "bar tack" . I do this in the same places you would tie a quilt. I do it more than some are tyed since it goes so fast .. I just can. I sometimes use invisable thread on the top , or corresponding thread color depending on the quilt.
I know others who have used a straight stitch and made one inch X in places . Typically in the ditch. I have also seen a decorative stitch used , where they only stitch out a few of the motifs. Make sure to do a few back stiches if you use this method to lock your stitches.