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Model BL18A

When it comes to sewing projects, Natalie is a friend you can trust. With convenient features 

such  as  15  built-in  stitches,  a  needle  threader  and  a  4-step  buttonhole,  this  machine  is 

perfect for beginning sewers. Straightforward and reliable, Natalie is always there to help with 

mending, hemming and even crafting. 

 

This  Getting  to  Know  Guide  will  take  you  through  a  simple,  step-by-step  process  on  how 

to  wind  your  bobbin,  thread  the  machine,  set  stitches  and  more.  Once  you’re  familiar  with 

your machine, refer to the instruction and reference guide (packaged with your machine) for 

additional directions.

 

Like all machines in the A-Line Series, Natalie has the features and the durability to handle all 

of your projects – you can always count on her to be there for you. Be sure to ask your 

Baby Lock Retailer about Natalie's friends in the A-Line Series, like Maria, Audrey, Lauren and 

Grace. From classic tailored looks to modern-day fashions, the machines in the A-Line Series 

will help you sew and serge with success – all with the quality you’ve come to expect from 

Baby Lock.

Summary of Contents for A-LINE Natalie BL18A

Page 1: ...Model BL18A Getting to Know A Line Series Baby Lock Consumer Helpline 800 313 4110 www babylock com...

Page 2: ...he machine set stitches and more Once you re familiar with your machine refer to the instruction and reference guide packaged with your machine for additional directions Like all machines in the A Lin...

Page 3: ...With the free end of the thread held in your hand lightly press the foot control Stop the machine when it has made a few turns and cut the thread close to the hole in the bobbin This keeps it from tan...

Page 4: ...bobbin case Make sure the thread unwinds in the direction of the arrow 2 Pull the thread into the bobbin case slot 3 Draw the thread under the tension spring and into the delivery eye Leave about 4 i...

Page 5: ...en the hook cover 2 Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you Take out the bobbin case by holding the latch 3 When inserting the bobbin case pull and hold the latch and then place the bobbi...

Page 6: ...to needle bar thread guide on either right or left side of needle bar 6 Thread needle eye from front to back Raise take up lever to its highest position by turning the handwheel toward you Raise press...

Page 7: ...eader hook into the needle eye Lead the thread around threader guide and under threader hook 3 Turn the knob in the direction of the arrow in the illustration drawing the thread loop through the needl...

Page 8: ...Turn the handwheel slowly toward you with your right hand until the needle goes down and continue turning the handwheel until the take up lever is at its highest position Lightly pull up the needle t...

Page 9: ...e setting mark by turning the stitch length dial The higher the number the longer the stitch length is the correct setting for buttonhole stitching Adjust the stitch length dial in the 0 3 to 4 range...

Page 10: ...g the guide line letting the fabric feed by itself For fastening the ends of seams press the reverse stitch button and sew several reverse stitches 3 Raise the presser foot and remove the fabric movin...

Page 11: ...otifs 2 Position the motifs on the front back and sleeve of the denim jacket Rotate and move the motifs around until you are satisfied with their placement 3 Lightly spray the wrong side of the motifs...

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