Run types

A run follows a line you drew. Lilo has seven ways to sew it. Choose one in Run type in the left panel.

Single#

One line of stitches. The everyday running stitch. Use it for fine outlines, stems and quilting lines.

• Stitch length is the distance between needle drops. 2.5 to 3 mm is typical.
• Tolerance is how far a stitch may stray from the curve you drew. Lower follows curves more closely. The minimum is 0.1 mm.

Triple#

Each stitch is sewn forward, back and forward again. The line is heavier and bolder. Also called a bean stitch. Use it for outlines that need to stand out, or for thin details that a single line would lose.

Satin#

A column of fixed width along the line, like a pen stroke with thread across it. Set the Width in the panel, usually 2 to 6 mm. It also has a Satin section for density, pull compensation and underlay. Read Satin tips.

E-stitch#

Comb-shaped stitches that reach out from the line. Use it for appliqué edges and decorative borders. Width sets how far the teeth reach. Flipped puts the teeth on the other side of the line.

Double rope#

A twisted cord sewn in two passes. Use it for a thin braid border, like piping around a patch. Width is how wide the twist is. The default is 0.4 mm.

Triple rope#

A thicker twisted cord from three passes. Use it for a bolder braid.

Manual#

Sews exactly the stitch points you placed with the Manual stitch tool, in order. Lilo does not move them. Reshape the shape to move points.

Changing the type#

Select the shape. Click a type. Lilo keeps your length and swaps the other settings to sensible defaults for the new type. Press ⌘Z to undo.