Learn to Love your BERNINA Stitch Regulator

[@darlenedockins4280]

This is the best tutorial I have seen. I have a 770QE Plus. You make it look so easy and the closeups are very helpful. Great instructions. Thank you so much and I will continue watching until I feel comfortable. I planned to stipple and was happy you said that was not the first one. ❤

[@gingerbart7402]

Thank you so much. just to let you know we are still watching after 2 years. I learned a lot here.

[@janinemorgan6680]

Thank you for giving such a clear tutorial. I have an old 440QE and have tried the BSR with very little success. My stitch length was 2.00 and I tried to keep my movements as even as possible but my stitches varied from micro to at least 4.00 and even skipped some. Very frustrating!! I was very tempted to sell the BSR as I didn't think I would ever get the hang of it, but after watching this I'm going to try again. Wish me luck 😊

[@angelabrady8550]

Thank you for saying that stippling is not a beginner stitch. I’m encouraged to use my BSR.

[@lyndasnart7823]

You have encouraged me to get my stitch regulator back out and try some new things 😷👍🌍🇦🇺 thankyou

[@lindahorton9488]

So glad I found your video. I have a B770 w BSR. I’ve watched a lot of tutorials for this tool and yours is by far the best I’ve seen. Thanks so much.

[@judyrussell2265]

This was great!! I'm like a number of viewers in that I got so frustrated with the BSR. I realize now it was all based on not understanding the modes. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I hate to be intimidated by a piece of technology!!

[@lindastevens8392]

Helpful information covering a wide number of designs. Good explanation on the two different modes and stitch lengths.

[@cathyserafinowicz6374]

Shelly,I could listen to you all day,you’re amazing. Thank you so much. ❤👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@SewShelly]

Wow! What a nice compliment. Thank you.

[@ladaynehardage946]

What a good and encouraging teacher you are! Thank you!

[@sharontuckerlewis7325]

Oh my goodness. This is awesome. I just found you and have placed several of your videos in my ‘watch later’ folder. Later means today or tomorrow.

[@Pip7-px3wq]

Ahh, this is wonderfully detailed information Shelley thanks. I feel I have just the right knowledge to go and do some quilting now. I’ve got a baby quilt that I need to do, and have been holding off so I can get a bit of confidence, and inspiration. You’ve just given me that, I’m ready to practice and quilt 😜🦋👏 PS Love your tutorials

[@needle.thread.watercolor-jloh]

Very informative. Thank you for clear instructions.

[@esperansaloughran693]

Cant wait to see you here in mifflinburg, pa, for spring fling 2023

[@jamievanskiver8380]

Thank you! I just plugged mine in and off I went! It's very exciting! I've had my machine since Christmas and almost a year later I've finally said I'm not afraid of the BSR anymore... lol seriously it's a lot of fun! ty

[@spye007]

Thank you so very much for this absolutely fabulous video! I have been struggling to learn how to free motion quilt with my Bernina 770QE and BSR. I will practice tomorrow and hope to start quilting the huge quilt that I made during lockdown. I had hoped to use the embroidery module, but it is just too heavy. I was terrified of free motion quilting, but you've taken the fear away. Thanks Shelly for an amazing tutorial.

[@ubiabulls5042]

Thanks for the beginner stitches, so helpful

[@angelikamuller7755]

Dear Shelly, thank you for your very wonderful and informative demonstration here. It helps me very much to find a decision for buying a stitch regulater. Best greetings from Upper Bavaria, South of Germany.

[@maryackermann]

Greetings from a fellow German quilter in Lower Bavaria😉

[@angelikamuller7755]

@@maryackermann Hi Mary, thanks a lot. 😍

[@DD-ek8qc]

Thank you. Nice lesson. Stippling was one of the first FMQ designs I learned. I don’t find it difficult. I want to learn the loops.

[@debbiescheu329]

Shelly! That was a great tutorial - enjoyed meeting you and learning sew many techniques these past 2 days!

[@delilastone9308]

Best video yet, thanks. I will try your tips.

[@conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509]

Very cool and you make this look so easy! Thanks for sharing!

[@cinziabeley7059]

Thanks so much for an excellent tutorial.... have been very nervous using the BSR and this has really helped 💜

[@lxw47]

Extremely helpful video. Shelly answered many of my questions.

[@janschubart4419]

Really very good video, I found by also doing lots of samples, that using mode 1 and foot pedal worked best for me. I was becoming frustrated with the bsr but it is worth sticking with it and it does become your friend. Thankyou for your no nonsense demo.

[@MesEmissions]

Great video, thanks Shelley. I’ve just got a 770 QE + with the BSR. Really helpful information.

[@deniseking3422]

Thank you Shelley, for explaining the difference between bsr 1 and 2. I like the paisley the best.

[@gingerbart7402]

Thank you so much for doing this. I have learned so much from you today.

[@cathj8568]

I appreciate this tutorial! Thx for sharing this. Cath J

[@janyeh7712]

So great to learn from you. You inspire confidence!

[@scottbyran8459]

i appreciate you for your support and comments i just create a little time to appreciate some of my great fans.how is your family and work??

[@megcalderwood9951]

Thank you … great help for newbies!

[@lauradonahue263]

Best BSR video! Thank you

[@jeanettewithrow9641]

Good information. Got frustrated with it before. Thanks

[@SewShelly]

I hope this helps. give it a try again.

[@notesfromleisa-land]

Fantastic exposition of this useful attachment.

[@dollyrickerman2234]

Awesome video…so many questions answered. I wanted the BSR when I bought my B560, but it didn’t come with it and I was saving for a nice cabinet…well, it took me a while, but I finally bought a BSR and I’m ready to dip my toe into FMQ…I’ve always sent my quilts off to a long arm quilter because I was too intimidated to do it myself…I feel like I can do,it now after watching your video. Thank you again for this…saving it to my favorites!!!

[@lindadittrich151]

Thank you sewwwww much! I never did get the hang of the BSR but I do love FM. You made this so clear it makes me want to try again I have a sitdown longarm now that I FM on and I don't use the regulated mode on it either. But, I'm going to practice it again! Thank you!

[@esperansaloughran693]

I have learned to love the BSR on my Q16 and Q20, no noise.

[@rainydayspecial6063]

Thank you heaps, Shelly!

[@SewShelly]

You are welcome!

[@teasterly-brown3963]

So glad I found you!!

[@SewShelly]

Me too!

[@esperansaloughran693]

Love the kick back mode BSR 1, on my long arm! SO FUN!

[@tammybenicewicz7538]

you have explained this so nicely ! Now I understand how to do it. Thank you so much Shelley

[@gordenav]

This is a very encouraging lesson- it’s all been so intimidating. Just a question- if I don’t use the foot pedal but start/stop button on 570qe what do I do differently? Only hands determine speed???

[@SewShelly]

The foot pedal and the start stop are power on switches only. Your hands moving the fabric is what caused the machine to stitch. If you start with the start stop button you can stop by pressing the button again or pressing the foot pedal.

[@laurawhittaker7217]

Thank you for this straight forward informational tutorial. I’ve owned my Bernina since 2019 and had difficulties in working with the BSR. My question is, what pressure is your presser foot set to? It seems as if my presser foot sits so taut that I’m having difficulties moving my fabric. Note that I mostly do T-shirt quilts

[@SewShelly]

The presser foot prssure can be anything you need for your project to move freely but still close enough to keep the fabric from flagging which is basically jumping up with the needle. There is not a perfect setting. Anything that works per project is the right one.

[@laurawhittaker7217]

@@SewShelly thank you

[@SewWhittle]

I just had a comment on FB that you don’t use the foot pedal AT ALL when using the BSR. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Do you suggest washing quilts before gifting them?

[@SewShelly]

BSR can be used with the foot pedal or the Start stop button. Try both and see what you like. Yes, I do wash my quilts before gifting them. The look changes so much after washing. I don't want the recipient surprised, I want to check for color bleeding and I prefer the look of a washed quilt unless it is an art quilt.

[@harbourcolour]

Thank you so much for this detailed, clearly explained tutorial. I just invested in a BSR for my B740, and I am beginning to learn to use it. Your video gave me the confidence to try some fun stitching practice pieces! Do I have to install the knee lift in order to use the BSR? My table is small and my knee lift just gets in my way. Thanks!

[@SewShelly]

You do not have to use the Knee lift with the BSR. They are separate tools that can be used to work together.

[@harbourcolour]

@@SewShelly thank you!

[@scottbyran8459]

@@harbourcolour Hello

[@patphares6258]

Oh wow…excellent!

[@SewShelly]

Glad you like it!

[@palmastewart2389]

Great video! So much help.

[@cecilybailey5720]

This is a great video! thank you!

[@janwebster3749]

Very helpful thank you

[@stephanieborron857]

Very helpful 🎉

[@maryjofoster1018]

Thank you so very much! Question: What thickness of batting do you use on your quilts...I'm just starting out learning how to quilt.

[@SewShelly]

I use all of the major brands of batting. I do like the 80/20 styles of batting for a lighter weight quilt. I also like wool batting. Try several types and see what you like.

[@cvan1075]

It appears that I too have to support my acrylic insert with something to even the difference between my table and desk. What did you use which is shown as blue? Please let us now? I was considering gluing cork but taping something else might be neater to replace if compression occurs in future.

[@SewShelly]

I used blue painters tape. I cut thru sections to the thickness needed with a box cutter. They have stayed in place for 10 years so other than being able to see them there is not a downside.

[@patbarszewski7592]

Looking for the link to the queen size Supreme Slider. I’d be happy to contribute.

[@kathieburkman2727]

Where can I find the plastic frame that goes around the sewing machine as I have a old sewing cabinet that my Bernina fits in but I can't use the wooden piece that goes around the machine because it is so old.

[@peggyharris7849]

Contact Sew Steady online. They claim to be able to make a lucite table for any machine.

[@deidrapowell8762]

Looks great. Mine do not. Some are long some are short Still practicing.

[@johnhoward1154]

Shelly, I’ve heard some information on BSR compatible attachments for ruler work. Can you give us an update on these attachments, how they are attached, how to use them, and if they are worth the cost. Thanks. Kathy Howard

[@SewShelly]

Kathy, I have no experience with these and so cannot share any first hand experience. They are not a BERNINA product. I see no reason for them not to work well. Of course you would not be able to use the ruler behind the BSR because of the way it is made but you would certainly learn to compensate . Give them a try and you might be amazed.

[@Wisepati]

I’m wondering what is on the glove and it might be the dye from the fabric. I prefer to wash fabric when I can as I’m a bit allergic to whatever chemicals they use to treat it.

[@SewShelly]

It is definitely dye from fabric. I do not pre-wash usually unless it is garmet fabric. Crazy how dirty the gloves get.

[@deidrapowell8762]

Which bobbin case do you use? Black or yellow?

[@SewShelly]

This video was filmed on an 880 Plus which does not use different bobbin cases. On a 4,5, or 7 series that does you would change from the black to the yellow depending on your thread, fabric and stitching style. It would be decided when making your sample and setting up to get ready.

[@deidrapowell8762]

@@SewShelly thanks!

[@lonnieanderson4408]

Tension problems with BSR. Top thread stays on top with the bobbin thread just sitting on top of the fabric with the top thread. Have tried everything I know. Needle changes, retreading many times. Help!

[@SewShelly]

What machine are you using? Either your top tension is way to tight and needs to be lowered or your bobbin tension is too loose and needs to be threaded for embroidery.

[@scottbyran8459]

Hello nice to meet you

[@cvan1075]

I have to try the embroidery tight bobbin threading on my Bernina because I get eyelashes with my bsr fm

[@ettakaynickel6148]

Thank you I need to gets some practice pieces and practice.

[@richardjones7433]

The very best.

[@pamelaserrano9604]

Maybe I missed it but do I put the feed dogs down or does that happen automatically when the bsr is attached

[@SewShelly]

You put the feed dogs down on all but the 880 which has automatic feed dog up up and down.

[@pamelaserrano9604]

Thanks. Love the video!!

[@sharontuckerlewis7325]

Mesmerizing

[@user-jx3cm4dm9p]

Do you absolutely have to have supreme slider to do stippling. Does it make it easier to move your 2:32 fabric

[@SewShelly]

You do not have to have the slider although it really does help the fabric move smoothly. Quilting gloves or something to help hold the quilt is something I feel id really necessary for success.

[@user-jx3cm4dm9p]

@@SewShelly iam using Quilting glove but fabric doesn’t seem to be moving smoothly. Seems like it’s sticking or not gliding like I think it should

[@SewShelly]

I would recommend you get a slider them. They do work great.

[@bettyg6258]

I hear you saying “kick back on the heel“ but I don’t know what you mean. Can you explain please?

[@SewShelly]

The BERNINA foot pedal has two functions. You place your foot entirely on the pedal and when you press down on the back of the pedal, where your heel is you get whatever funtion the heel kick has been programmed to perform. The most common is to raise and lower the needle but with more modern BERNINA models that is programable to perform other functions. The front of the pedal, where your toe is, is how you power the machine, stitching slow and fast depending on how hard you depress the pedal. When using the BSR the front, or toe area is only used as a powersource so you put your foot all the way down. The stitch is then formed by you moving the fabric with your hands. When you want to stop, power off by raising your front toe off of the pedal. When using the BSR I think of the power to the foot pedal as a light switch. Pedal down power on, pedal off power off.

[@deidrapowell8762]

Also did you move the speed all the way to left?(slow)

[@SewShelly]

Look at the video at 6:45 to change the stitch length. The motor speed changes with the length of the stitch setting. Then the speed of your hand movements determines the speed you are sewing. The speed slide control has nothing to do with it at all.

[@cvan1075]

My machinger gloves have latex disintegration shedding all over my quilt! I have not washed them. Maybe not very durable!

[@SewShelly]

Machingers are a consumable. They need replaced periodically. I toss them and get a new pair. There are many other brands you might try also so see what your local quilt store carries.

[@cvan1075]

Thanks for letting me know. I thought they would last longer. I am thankful for all your suggestions as I learn to love my bsr.

[@damecupcake]

I missed the part about lowering the feed dogs.

[@videofrancaisful]

Really helpful. I've got a way to go though...... 😁