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Backing For Performance Wear
Performance Wear
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November 20, 2024
Why Thread Consistency Matters
There are a lot of reasons why people buy thread. Whether you’re purchasing thread for the first time, or you’ve been embroidering for years, there may be many different reasons you choose to use the thread you use. Some people use the thread brand that came with their machine. Other embroiderers t
November 09, 2024
Toppings
Role & Application Of Topping In Embroidery
Topping stabilizers are placed over the design to prevent stitching from 'sinking' into the fabric.
October 26, 2024
Four Main Types Of Stabilizers
Cutaway Stabilizers
Cutaway stabilizers are soft, non woven stabilizers, that support the embroidered design through the life of the garment. They are used for uns
October 21, 2024
Fraying Of Thread
Thread Fraying Occurring On One Needle:
The needle is not positioned correctly, ie. backward or slanted. The eye of the needle needs to be facing for
October 03, 2024
How To Do Small Text Embroidery
Small text embroidery can be daunting, but if we follow simple steps and take the necessary precautions it can be a breeze. These are the few hurdles that embroiders face, when dealing with small texts:
September 19, 2024
Understanding Birdnesting 4 Common Causes
Birdnesting is when thread bunches on the back side of embroidery.
REASON # 1
September 11, 2024
Introduction To Stabilizers
If you know anything about machine embroidery, you’ve probably heard the term ‘backing’ or ‘stabilizer’. In the world of embroidery the terms stabilizer and backing are used interchangeably and for this post we will be using the word stabilizer just to make things consistent.
September 03, 2024
Thread Tension Is A Skill Every Embroider Should Perfect Before Going In To The Field
When it comes to embroidery thread tension, a number of embroiders seem puzzled when it comes to flawless embroidery and a precise learning of adjusting and maintaining thread tension is a skill every embroider should perfect before going into the field. Once this skill is perfected, a prominent differ
July 06, 2023
What Is Embroidery Digitizing?
Whether you are a fashion designer, embroidery enthusiast, or a professional embroiderer, knowing embroidery digitizing basics is essential. Digitizing is the act of transforming artwork into a digital format. It instructs your machine, on the needle path needed to execute your design.
June 26, 2023
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