Learn how to adjust a multi-needle embroidery machine's thread picker. Anytime the thread tails are too short, resulting in the thread pulling out of the needle when the machine starts, it is usually caused by a thread picker problem. The thread picker is a two pronged fork that is located in … [Read more...]
Thread Stand
Thread stands are used with single needle embroidery machines to give embroidery thread extra space to unkink before entering the embroidery machine's tension discs. Stands also allow the embroidery machine to use larger 5000 meter cones instead of the smaller 500 meter or 1000 meter spools that … [Read more...]
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Reading Pillow Pattern with Envelope Closure
Reading pillows are a favorite children's gift. The front pocket is the perfect place to add a special fabric or to hold an embroidered saying, and it is large enough to hold a book. This pattern has an envelope (flap back, no zipper) closure to easily insert and remove the pillow insert. If you … [Read more...]
Perfect Pillow Corners
The perfect pillow may look square or rectangular shaped, but it isn't. When a pillow is sewn as a square or rectangle, after the pillow is stuffed, the corners look floppy. The stuffed pillow expands in the center, and the corners look awkward. In the decorating industry, these are called "dog … [Read more...]