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A super-easy to learn embroidery program, Perfect Alignment Software, makes creating continuous embroidery a simple task. Here are a few things I’ve learned to simplify the task. Select your design. I’m using one of the 40 built-in border designs, #37 but you can use any design. After clicking OK, the design appears on...
Placement Guides, Alignment Marks, Placement Marks, What’s the Difference? No matter what you call them, they are a visual aid to place fabric in a hoop so that the design stitches exactly where planned. Placement Guides A placement guide is usually a running stitch partial outline of an item such as a collar point,...
Let me introduce you to PAL – Perfect Alignment Laser. I use PAL for common machine embroidery tasks: finding the center of a quilt block or pocket, squaring my fabric/design in the hoop and continuous embroidery. First, I’ll show you how easy it is to set up PAL in your sewing room. Once it’s...
Now that you’re all excited about stitching continuous designs on your embroidery machines, here’s a few of my favorite methods that we’ve discussed in the past: Continuous Applique with Stipple Seashells. And: Continuous Embroidery – Simple Steps for all Embroiderers… Or my latest easy method is to add Alignment Marks in our new software...
I love embroidered bed linens. They are such a treat to slide between as you end a long day. Here are some tips for stitching gorgeous machine embroidery designs on sheets. Tips for Success • Take the time to prepare the design and the sheets. It’s well worth the effort. • Purchase an extra...
Many embroiderers strive to master continuous embroidery that is seamless and flawless. It looks so impressive and with a little planning and the right tools, you can achieve professional results. You’ll need some basic tools for seamless continuous embroidery: -Printed templates of the embroidery designs -Target Stickers -The right size hoop -Embroidery machine with...
I stitch almost every day, and if I’m not stitching, I’m usually thinking about my next project. My thoughts often lean toward how to make this hobby more enjoyable and how to teach techniques that simplify the process. I try to stay in touch with embroiderers and their needs. So I’ve really listened when...
We recieved a question from one of our customers and we wanted to share the answer with everybody! “I love your Stipple sea shells. I don’t have a magna hoop and I am not sure you have one for the Janome 11000. I don’t see it working the same way. Could you help me? I am...
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