In general the size of a needle should correspond to the size of thread, not the type of design. I use a size 11 for just about everything since I generally use a 40 weight thrad. I also have some size 10s that I used for an heirloom 50 wt thread on fine batiste. The pro machines have different needles than the home machines that last much longer (a few hundred thousand stitches), and I still go through a LOT of needles. I buy in bulk and just buy the 11s. I even use a 11 on thick quilted fabrics. For metallics, I use Yenmet and I have no troubles with it and an 11 either. Some metallics are more fragile though and might need a bigger eye.
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Originally Posted by CanoePam
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In general the size of a needle should correspond to the size of thread, not the type of design. I use a size 11 for just about everything since I generally use a 40 weight thrad. I also have some size 10s that I used for an heirloom 50 wt thread on fine batiste. The pro machines have different needles than the home machines that last much longer (a few hundred thousand stitches), and I still go through a LOT of needles. I buy in bulk and just buy the 11s. I even use a 11 on thick quilted fabrics. For metallics, I use Yenmet and I have no troubles with it and an 11 either. Some metallics are more fragile though and might need a bigger eye.
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Originally Posted by romanojg
(Post 5754332)
What I'll do is hoop at least one layer and then take my left over pieces from other projects and using spray basting attach these peices to the hooped layer giving me 2 or more layers. It works great and it cuts down on the cost. Make sure to let it dry before you start embroidering. I'll also buy the WS on the bolt from Joanns and even if its using tearaway as the main one I'll hoop the first layer with the cheaper WS to give extra support. This really is helpful when your stabilizer is a little to short in width for your hoop. You get the extra support and width to support it without spending a fortune.
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I have never purchased any designs from DesignsBySICK. I am wondering what others think of their designs. Any feedback??
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Originally Posted by Sophie2
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I have never purchased any designs from DesignsBySICK. I am wondering what others think of their designs. Any feedback??
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I have purchased the membership from Designs By Sick.
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Great information. Thank you. |
So glad that the info will work for you.
I resort to this info when I am not sure about what kind of stabilizer to use for a certain type of fabric. MOST of my info that I share with you all comes from trial and error on my part. If/when I find something that does or does not work I make notes on this so that I can pass along to others who might have the same kind of is sue that I had. Sometimes my hints/tips works for others sometimes they don't. But if I have an issue and find a tip that might work I at least try it, because you never know when you find the one that just makes everything "click" into place.
Originally Posted by Jratcliff
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Wow! Thank you, this is awesome. Just reading the solutions one is fantastic, so I've downloaded the workbook for future reference.
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I am kinda new to the QB and am in the market for an embroidery machine. I have been looking at the Janome 350E. A dealer I have worked with before has it for what seems to be a great price. This would be my first emb. machine. I really want a stand-alone rather than a combo machine. My question is, does anyone here on the QB own this machine? And if so, what do you like/not like about it? (If there is a thread where this has already been discussed, please point me to it. I tried two or three different searches, but came up with very little. I've also been to patternreview.com but only found two reviews of this particular machine.) Thanks.
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Originally Posted by Scraplady
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I am kinda new to the QB and am in the market for an embroidery machine. I have been looking at the Janome 350E. A dealer I have worked with before has it for what seems to be a great price. This would be my first emb. machine. I really want a stand-alone rather than a combo machine. My question is, does anyone here on the QB own this machine? And if so, what do you like/not like about it? (If there is a thread where this has already been discussed, please point me to it. I tried two or three different searches, but came up with very little. I've also been to patternreview.com but only found two reviews of this particular machine.) Thanks.
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