## Preparation
1. Thread your machine correctly
2. Insert the bobbin properly
3. Set the stitch length to 2.5mm
4. Choose appropriate thread and needle
## The Straight Stitch Technique
1. **Position the fabric:** Place fabric under presser foot, aligning edge with 5/8″ guide
2. **Lower the presser foot:** This secures the fabric
3. **Hold threads:** Keep back thread with slight tension
4. **Start stitching:** Use hand wheel to position needle, then press pedal
5. **Steady pace:** Maintain consistent speed
6. **Backstitch:** Sew 3-4 stitches forward, back, forward at start and end
## Common Problems & Solutions
– **Puckering:** Check thread tension, use stabilizer
– **Skipping stitches:** Change needle, check machine timing
– **Uneven stitches:** Check presser foot pressure, fabric feeding
– **Thread tangling:** Re-thread, check bobbin winding
## Practice Exercises
1. Sew on paper first
2. Practice on scrap fabric
3. Use quilting guides
4. Try different fabric combinations
## Pro Tips
– Keep consistent hand position
– Don’t pull fabric through
– Use correct foot for the project
– Test on similar fabric before starting project
## Conclusion
Mastering the straight stitch is fundamental. Practice regularly and soon it will become second nature.
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