The look of traditional hand-stitches passed down through generations can now be created on the new Sashiko Machine from Baby Lock. The Sashiko perfectly replicates this distinctive and celebrated stitch with a unique needle system and adjustable stitches and spacing. Now you can add a hand-stitched touch to any project with a household machine that’s truly the first of its kind. Uses 30-weight or lighter threads Color LED Panel for stitch function Stitch length 2mm to 5mm Stitch spacing 2mm to 5mm Presser foot pressure adjustment Presser foot height adjustment Needle plate seam markings in inches and millimeters Electronic foot control adjusts and sets speed of bobbin winding Built-in accessory storage A specialty needle working in conjunction with a latch wire system forms defined stitches and precise spacing to create a true hand-stitched look. The adjustable presser foot height allows ease of turning fabric, stitching circles, squares and other shapes for complete control. This unique system allows you to easily recognize when the needle is creating a stitch or a space. Create short or long stitches ranging from 2mm to 5mm using the adjustable lever.