¶ Introduction
The following guide covers the four stitching modes available to members using the Bernina Q24 longarm quilting machine.
¶ Skills/Class Required
A membership or day pass is required to access Digital Textiles. The following Shop Safety Class is required to before using the Bernina Q24 longarm quilting machine
¶ Machine Reservations
You can make machine reservations in the following ways:
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- In person at the front desk.
- Reserve a machine any time through our Mind Body Portal.
- Call the front desk during business hours at (410) 862-0424.
- Email us at frontdesk@openworksbmore.com. Please include your name, the machine you'd like to reserve, and the date(s) and times of the reservation(s).
¶ Before You Begin
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
• Sturdy, close-toed shoes must be worn at all times.
• Long hair, jewelry, and loose clothing must be tied back.
For more information on shop safety visit Digital Textiles under "Safety."
¶ Time to complete
- 10 minutes.
¶ Tools Required
¶ Previous Steps
¶ Stitching Modes
There are four stitching modes
| BSR1 | BSR2 | BSR3 | Manual |
|---|---|---|---|
| Constant needle movement once Start/Stop is active. | When Start/Stop is active, ,needle will move when the machine is moved. | Basting mode. | Operator regulates stitch length. |
The BSR indicator will turn green when the machine is active (Start engaged). This is especially helpful when using BSR2 or BSR3 as the needle will pause its movement when the machine movement is paused.
¶ BSR1
The needle is in constant motion, even when the machine is not being moved. The faster the machine is moved the higher the speed of the needle. This mode allows for precise work when doing corners and sharp points.
- From the Sewing Menu, select BSR1
- Set the Stitch Length (SPI). This depends of motif size, thread size, and personal preference.
¶ BSR2
The machine only stitches when the machine is moved on the frame. The needle stops when the machine stops moving. There is no build up of stitches when stopped or when stitching very slowly. This mode is very good for curves and motifs without sharp points.
- From the Sewing Menu, select BSR2
- Set the Stitch Length (SPI). This depends of motif size, thread size, and personal preference.
¶ BSR3 - Basting
There are three programmed sitch lengths.
Select BSR3, then select stitch length.
SPI 1: 1 stitch per inch
SPI 2: 2 stitches per inch (stitches are 1/2")
SPI 4: 4 stitches per inch (stitches are 1/4"), recommended for basting
Baste across the top and sides of the quilt to secure layers before quilting. Baste anywhere stabilization prior to quilting would be helpful.
¶ Manual
Use Manual Mode when stitching small things.
- Select Manual Mode
- Program the handles with one toggle set for increasing the speed and another toggle set to decrease speed.
- Set speed at a comfortable starting speed.
¶ Setting Stitch Length
Stitch length can be set for BSR1 and BSR2
- Adjust stitches per inch with + or - or by using the slider bar on the touchscreen.
- To clear a setting, touch the yellow bounded SPI box.
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