Creative 2 Owners Manual

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Thread tension 
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The ActivStitch™ Technology feature controls the 
needle thread in two ways: thread tension and 
thread metering. The ActivStitch
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feature improves the correct balance between needle 
thread and bobbin thread. It will automatically 
use thread metering when possible, to get the best 
result.
Thread metering automatically and continuously 
measures the fabric thickness to meter the...

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All stitches on your machine can be sewn in free-
motion to create fantastic effects. 
Touch the free-motion options icon (16) to open 
a window where you can select between three 
different free-motion options. A free-motion foot 
symbol at the top of the screen (A) indicates which 
setting is selected. Use Quick help (30) on the 
symbol for information about the current setting.
For all free-motion sewing the feed dogs will 
lower automatically...

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Activate to set the machine in Sensormatic free-
motion mode for presser foot 6A.
When sewing free-motion at low speed the presser 
foot will raise and lower with each stitch to hold the 
fabric on the needle plate while the stitch is being 

the fabric while sewing.
Skipped stitches can occur if your fabric moves 
up and down with the needle as you are stitching. 
Lowering the presser foot height will reduce the 
space between the presser...

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To save a stitch into your Personal menu, touch the 
save options icon (15) and select save to Personal 
menu (15b). A new window will open. Choose 
which subcategory you want to save your stitch 
in (A). All your previously saved stitches will be 
shown in the Personal menu.

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Speed control
Tie-off options
Stitch programs
Sequencing
Stitch Creator™ feature
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This function enables you to easily reduce the maximum 
sewing speed. Just touch the speed control icon to reduce 
the speed. To return to normal speed, deselect the icon.
You can change the set speed limit. Long touch the speed 
control icon to get a pop-up. Set desired speed limit using 
the slider then close the pop-up. The next time you touch...

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Sequencing
Stitch Creator™ feature
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The patchwork program makes it possible for you 
to program an exact seam length that can be sewn 
repeatedly. This is very useful when quilting.
To program a seam length, activate the patchwork 
program (C). Sew your desired seam length and 
press the reverse button. The action indicator on 
the machine will be lit until the last repetition of 

seam. The length of the patchwork sequence is...

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These techniques may require some special presser 
feet and accessories.
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There are different ways to sew in zippers. Follow 
the directions included with your pattern for best 
results.
For some types of zippers it is important to sew 
close to the teeth of the zipper. The zipper foot 4 
can be snapped onto the presser foot bar on the left 
or right, depending on how you will insert your 
zipper. Set the stitch position so that the needle 
enters close...

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Blindhem stitch 
number 1.1.16Elastic blindhem 
stitch number 1.1.17
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Stich number 1.1.9 can be used to overcast raw 
edges. Make sure the needle pierces the fabric on 
the left side and overcasts the edge on the right side.
Stitch number 1.1.9 can also be used as an 
elastic stitch to add elastic to pajamas, skirts and 
sportswear.
Blindhem stitch
The blindhem stitch number 1.1.16 is used to 
make invisible hems on skirts, trousers and home 
decorating. Use...

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Buttonholes
Buttonholes are found in category 1, subcategory 
1.3 in the selection menu. You can also scroll 
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buttonhole subcategory.
Note: Buttonholes up to 50 mm can be sewn using 
the Sensormatic buttonhole foot. Both sides of the 
Sensormatic buttonhole are sewn in the same direction 
for a more even result.
Buttonholes over 50 mm are sewn manually in four steps 
with presser foot 5M.
The direction of the stitches being sewn...