Singer

Important features

4. Reverse presser lever helps with backstitches (good way to secure the start of the stitch)

6. Presser Foot keeps the fabric in place

11. Stitch width dial - the higher the number the higher the zig-zag stitch will be

12. The stitch length dial adjusts the length of the stitch - the higher the number the longer the stitch

13. Change your stitch patterns!

• *not shown in image: the dial on the right side of the machine will adjust the position of the thread take-up lever (3), which will make the threading process easier
• *not shown in image: the white lever on the back of the machine, behind the presser foot, lifts the presser foot

Janome

Important features

1. Change the length of your stitch - the higher the number the longer the stitch

2. Zig-Zag width changes the width of your stitches

14. Reverse button helps with backstitching helps with backstitches (good way to secure the start of the stitch)

16. Presser foot keeps fabric in place

17. Dial lifts the presser foot

18 Change your stitch pattern!