In a perfect world, all embroidery stitch outs turn out perfectly. Yet, mistakes do happen. No matter if you used the wrong color thread, if the embroidery stitching didn't turn out perfectly, or if spelling needs correcting, there are many reasons why you might need to remove embroidery stitches. … [Read more...]
Combo Embroidery Machine or Embroidery Only Machine?
When buying an embroidery machine, people are often surprised to discover the overwhelming number of choices available. One of the first choices is whether or not to buy a combo sewing/embroidery machine or to buy an embroidery only machine. I recommend separate machines, if you have the space.If … [Read more...]
Tips to Save Embroidery Stabilizer
If wasting stabilizer bothers you, there are a few ways to save on the amount of stabilizer used when hooping. Do not substitute household items (coffee filters, dryer sheets, wax paper, etc.) for stabilizer, as these products were not made to withstand the washing and drying that garments go … [Read more...]
Changing Threads: Protecting the Thread Take-Up Check Spring
What is a thread take-up spring? The thread take-up spring is also known as a check spring. It is the spring attached to the tension dial of an embroidery or sewing machine. It is like a shock absorber for your machine. When the take up lever pulls the thread through the tension discs of the … [Read more...]
Thread Shreds in Brother or Babylock Brands of Embroidery Machines
Try these simple solutions for shredding thread in your Brother or Babylock Embroidery Machine.1) No matter what the problem, it is always best to start from scratch. So remove both the bobbin and the top thread. 2) Clean out all lint and dust from the bobbin area and from the top tension discs … [Read more...]
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