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Machine Embroidery Terms: N is for Necessities

 
Whether you are jjst starting out or are a seasoned pro, certain items are necessary for machine embroidery! We have so many resources available for tips, tricks, and machine embroidery education. Just click the highlighted links below for more information on the following necessities. Many of these blogs also include links to videos.

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Troubleshooting Machine Embroidery Problems – Part 2

The second troubleshooting installment looks at the causes of thread breaks, needle breaks, and registration issues.

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How To Choose Fabric and Blanks for Test Stitching

Frog Buddies

I recently read a social media post asking what people use when they are test stitching embroidery designs. Some of the responses surprised me.

You may be amazed at the things some machine embroiderers use for test stitching. 

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Troubleshooting Machine Embroidery Problems – Part 1

We’ve all experienced frustrations with machine embroidery. This guide will make navigating the rough spots a bit easier!

Whether an experienced or a novice embroiderer, thing happen that we struggle to remedy. Patience and troubleshooting will save the day!

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Tips for Getting Tearaway Stabilizer Out of Tight Spaces

Do you have a hard time removing tearaway stabilizer from tight areas? These tips will help make quick work of it!

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How to Make a Template Without a Printer

Need to print a template but you’re out of ink or don’t have a printer? I’ll show you how!

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Four Uses for Machine Embroidery Toppers

You may be surprised at just how helpful toppers are in machine embroidery. Here are four ways you should use them.

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Tips to Get You Ready for Holiday Stitching!


As makers, most of us have the best intentions of getting our Christmas projects done early. These tips will help keep your embroidery, sewing, and quilting gifts on schedule!

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Machine Embroidery Terms: L to M

It’s been a bit, so we are sharing the next installment of machine embroidery terminology with plenty of tips thrown in!

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Rickrack Challenge Three: Corners and Ends

Snow Buddies

We recently showed how to secure rickrack ends in your projects. This week, we will talk about how to navigate corners and join ends.

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