Threads for Embroidery Machines vary based on the quality, color and tone of your design. It is important to note that hand embroidery threads are different from machine embroidery. The threads are a bit softer, have a differing weight, and can offer a significant shine. 60wt is a commonly cited bobbin thread weight that can […]
Theres a lot of great fonts that inkscape has with pre-built stitches that can turn your ideas into beautiful embroidery. If you are a beginner with embroidery there are a lot of great built in designs. Usually machines like Brother and Singer have just a couple fonts that can be incorporated such as the cursive […]
When working with your custom images there are a lot of tools and services out there to digitize the image for embroidery. With so many options it can seem a bit overwhelming to go from design to finished embroidery. Inkscape is a great option for basic shapes and colors with an easy to use fill […]
Before getting too far into digitizing your own images for the embroidery machine it makes sense to get familiar with your device and use some sample images. Depending on the brand and model of your machine there might be a number of designs that are in built, programmed right onto the main sewing machine computer. […]
In this article learn about great magazines, books, and resources to keep up with the latest trends in fashion and embroidery machine design. Find out which instructional content is the best for you to learn how to use your machine and to succeed even as a beginner. Creative inspiration is a big part of the […]
This is an essential part of being able to have designs come out evenly with a stable surface. Stabilizers are a kind of fabric that to the touch can seem like there are paper or other patterns underneath. Generally these are specialized and can be purchased at your local fabric store by the yard for […]
Embroidery machines are powerful and incredibly versatile tools. They can make a number of designs and patterns and can seem to be easy to use. A lot of advertising for these machines portray individuals sitting down and able to create a high quality embroidery image on fabric. This is a certain possibility with machines but […]
Digitizing is the process of converting your image from a standard file into a format that can be understood by sewing machines. This involves coding specific information like the number of stitches, color and dimensions along with specifics like the kind of stitch. Different software can handle this process differently, but the end result is […]
Did you know you can restore and revive many of your favorite clothes with unique design services? Some great examples of this are In some cases older clothing can actually hold its shape, and have a longer lifespan when properly maintained. For example, in countries like France and other European nations there are rules preventing […]