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Dec
Dec
I’m not sure where this catchy sounding phrase came from but the bigger question is, “Is it true?”
Tag Archives: Troubleshooting
27
Aug
Aug
Looping stitches is another irritating problem that can occur with machine embroidery and cause an unsightly result. For this article, we’ll focus on looping on the top side. For looping underneath, refer the articles on birdnests.
27
Aug
Aug
I’ve compiled a list of the most frequent complaints I see in the various machine embroidery groups I’m in. Often there’s no short answer to these issues because usually there’s more than one cause! I will try to update this page with more links as I have them. Or, just search the blog. Related articles […]
26
Aug
Aug
Asking “what machine is best” is like asking “what car is best”! There’s no one right answer! Here are some useful tips to help you out!
Blog, Embroidery Techniques, Machine Embroidery Basics
Why is My Bobbin Thread Showing on Top of My Embroidery?
25
Aug
Aug
The root cause of bobbin thread showing on the top side of machine embroidery is tension. Your job as an embroidery detective is to determine what’s causing the tensions problem so you can avoid tension headaches. Learn common causes and their solutions!
25
Sep
Sep
Eight years ago, I wrote a post called Why Does My Embroidery Pucker (find it linked at the end of this post) and during the recently wrapped 2017 Virtual Sewing, Quilt, and Embroidery Expo, I focused on pucker problems in my two-part class called Professional Pointers for Pucker Prevention.
11
Mar
Mar
Many of us are under the illusion that embroidery is just the stitching that happens at the machine and I think that impression comes from that first demo at the dealership.
01
Mar
Mar
I often see posts on Facebook where users are raking various digitizers over the coals because of “too many jump stitches.
19
Oct
Oct
Just this week I had 3 people email me about how to deal with “thick” designs or what is commonly known in the industry as “bullet proof embroidery.
Embroidery Software, Machine Embroidery Basics
How to Unzip Embroidery Designs using Windows Explorer
24
Sep
Sep
In this video I’ll show you how to unzip embroidery designs or any file for that matter using Windows Explorer. I’m demonstrating in Windows 10 and this works in Windows 7 & 8. If you’re still using XP, choose “Explore” after right-clicking the zip file. If you’re using a Mac, Safari will automatically extract files […]
Blog, Machine Embroidery Basics
13 Things to Check Before You Press the Start Button on Your Embroidery Machine
20
Aug
Aug
It’s easy to get overly excited when you start embroidering. You’re anxious to get started and get your project done.
11
Dec
Dec
Metallic thread is one of those things we “love to hate.” We love the look of metallic thread but it can sometimes be frustrating to embroider with.