Okay, here's another applique question
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I have an old Bernina 910 that does not have a blanket stitch, is the blind hem stitch an acceptable alternative? I have always done either hand applique or fusible with a hand done blanket stitch
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Originally Posted by Jeannie
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Adorable! :thumbup: I, also, have a Bernina. It's a 730 and I haven't done any appliqué on it yet, but I'm wondering. It has a knotting stitch. Couldn't I use that at the beginning and end of the blanket stitch and not have to change stitches? Getting ready to do some appliqué, so I'm glad I found this thread. I've always been insecure about my seams coming out, so I've always tied them by hand. Since I got my new machine, I've made myself stop doing that. I know it shouldn't be necessary. :lol:
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The method that was described above, using a straight stitch, is a better way to go than the knotting function. It looks much smoother. When I use the knotting function, I can easily see where I've started and stopped. When I use the straight stitch combined with the blanket stitch, it's smooth as can be, and a second person would be hard-pressed to find the beginning and ending. It's a much better way to go.
I'm not sure how your machine works. On my machine, I simply press one for the straight stitch, and then 45 for the blanket stitch. It's no more difficult that pressing the button for the knot at the beginning and end.
I'm not sure how your machine works. On my machine, I simply press one for the straight stitch, and then 45 for the blanket stitch. It's no more difficult that pressing the button for the knot at the beginning and end.
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Originally Posted by roselady
I have an old Bernina 910 that does not have a blanket stitch, is the blind hem stitch an acceptable alternative? I have always done either hand applique or fusible with a hand done blanket stitch
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