User Guide

179

Running Stitch

A running stitch is a series of stitches that goes from one

point to another. A running stitch is often used for outlines,

fine details or understitching.

Satin Stitch

A satin stitch is made up of zigzag stitches that are sewn very

close together. A satin stitch can range in thickness from just

over 1mm to usually a maximum of 12mm. A satin stitch is

normally used for nice detail, thicker outlines and for most

normal size lettering.

Stitch

A stitch is one needle penetration and the thread laid down to

get to the next needle penetration.

Stitch Angle

The stitch angle is the angle of the stitches in an area.

Stitch Count

Stitch count is the number of stitches in a design or in a

selection.

Stitch Density

Stitch density refers to the number of stitches per inch. The

higher the stitch density chosen, the more stitches will be

used within that defined area.

Stitch Length

Stitch length is the length of the stitch from one needle

penetration to the next.

Understitching

Understitching is used under the regular stitching in a design.

The stitches are placed to provide stability to the fabric and to

create different effects. Understitching is normally a series of

running stitches placed in the opposite direction that the fill