Free Motion Quilting

With free motion quilting, the feed dogs can be lowered by touching then , so that the fabric can be moved freely in any direction.

For free motion quilting, use free motion quilting foot “C” or free motion open toe quilting foot “O” depending on the stitch that is selected, and set the machine to free motion sewing mode. In this mode, the presser foot is raised to the necessary height for free motion sewing.

We recommend attaching the foot controller and sewing at a consistent speed. You can adjust the sewing speed with the speed control slide on the machine.

CAUTION
  • With free motion quilting, control the feeding speed of the fabric to match the sewing speed. If the fabric is moved faster than the sewing speed, the needle may break and cause injury.
  • When starting to sew, the internal sensor detects the thickness of the fabric, and the quilting foot is raised to the height specified in the settings screen. Touch to display [Free Motion Foot Height] of the settings screen. Touch the number to select the height that the quilting foot is raised above the fabric. Increase the setting, for example, when sewing very stretchy fabric, so that it is easier to sew.
  • In order to sew with a balanced tension, it may be necessary to adjust the upper thread tension. Test with a sample piece of fabric that is similar to your chosen fabric.
  • Do not be discouraged with your initial results. The technique requires practice.

Using Free Motion Quilting Foot “C”

Use free motion quilting foot “C” with the straight stitch needle plate for free-motion sewing with straight stitches.

CAUTION
  • When using free motion quilting foot “C”, be sure to use the straight stitch needle plate and sew with the needle in middle (center) needle position. If the needle is moved to any position other than the middle (center) needle position, the needle may break, which may result in injuries.

  1. Turn off the machine and then attach the straight stitch needle plate. (Using the Straight Stitch Needle Plate and the Straight Stitch Foot)

    1. Round hole

  2. Select a stitch.

  3. Touch then to set the machine to free motion sewing mode.

    1. Free motion quilting foot “C”

  4. Remove the presser foot holder. (Attaching the Presser Foot with the Included Adapter)

  5. Attach free motion quilting foot “C” as shown the illustration and tighten the presser foot holder screw.

    1. Presser foot holder screw
    2. Notch
      • Make sure that the free motion quilting foot “C” is attached properly and not slanted.
      CAUTION
      • Be sure to securely tighten the screw with the included multi-purpose screwdriver. Otherwise, the needle may touch the quilting foot, causing it to break and causing injury.

  6. Use both hands to stretch the fabric taut, and then move the fabric at a consistent pace in order to sew uniform stitches roughly 2.0-2.5 mm (approx. 1/16 - 3/32 inch) in length.

    1. Stitch

  7. Touch to cancel the free motion sewing mode.

  8. After sewing, make sure to remove the straight stitch needle plate and presser foot “C”, and reinstall the regular needle plate.

    • Free motion open toe quilting foot “O” can also be used with the straight stitch needle plate. We recommend using free motion open toe quilting foot “O” with free motion sewing of fabrics of uneven thicknesses.

Using Free Motion Open Toe Quilting Foot “O”

The free motion open toe quilting foot “O” is used for free motion quilting with zigzag or decorative stitches or for free motion quilting of straight lines on fabric with an uneven thickness. Various stitches can be sewn using free motion open toe quilting foot “O”. For details on the stitches that can be used, refer to Stitch Chart.

  • The standard needle plate must be used if zigzag or decorative stitch patterns are selected.

  1. Touch then to set the machine to free motion sewing mode.

  2. Select a stitch.

  3. Remove the presser foot holder. (Attaching the Presser Foot with the Included Adapter)

  4. Attach free motion open toe quilting foot “O” as shown the illustration and tighten the presser foot holder screw.

    1. Presser foot holder screw
    2. Notch
    3. Pin
      • Make sure that the free motion open toe quilting foot “O” is not slanted.
      CAUTION
      • Be sure to securely tighten the screw with the included multi-purpose screwdriver. Otherwise, the needle may touch the quilting foot, causing it to break and causing injury.

  5. Use both hands to stretch the fabric taut, and then move the fabric at a consistent pace in order to sew uniform stitches roughly 2.0-2.5 mm (approx. 1/16 - 3/32 inch) in length.

    1. Stitch

  6. Touch to cancel the free motion sewing mode.

Echo Quilting

Sewing quilting lines at equal distances around a motif is called echo quilting. Use the free motion echo quilting foot “E” for echo quilting.

  1. 6.4 mm (approx. 1/4 inch)
  2. 9.5 mm (approx. 3/8 inch)
  3. Free motion echo quilting foot “E”

  1. Select .

  2. Touch then to set the machine to free motion sewing mode.

  3. Remove the presser foot holder and then attach the adapter. (Attaching the Presser Foot with the Included Adapter)

  4. Position the free motion echo quilting foot “E” on the left side of the presser bar with the holes in the quilting foot and presser bar aligned.

  5. Tighten the screw (small) with the included screwdriver (large).

    CAUTION
    • Be sure to securely tighten the screws with the included screwdriver (large). Otherwise, the needle may touch the quilting foot, causing it to break and causing injury.

  6. Using the measurement on the quilting foot as a guide, sew around the motif.

    1. 6.4 mm (approx. 1/4 inch)

  7. Touch to cancel the free motion sewing mode.

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