Embroidery Machines Lets Chat & Have Fun
#931
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Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Ellenboro, NC
Posts: 87
I too just found this thread and have been reading it for 2 days! Lots of helpful info. Here are some of my answers to questions.
1. I think this needs to be a separate thread. This one was started a few YEARS ago and still has interest.
2. I have a Pfaff Creative Vision 5.0 with the 4-D Embroidery Software program.
3. I have done lots of things. Childrens clothes, bibs, t-shirts, tote bags, purses, etc. I have also done custom logos on shirts (I had the design digitized first).
4. Some of the web sites I like and use are: www.planetapplique.com; designsbyjuju.com; designsbysick.com; emblibrary.com; embroiderydesigns.com; fivestarfonts.com; buystitch.com
5. When I first got my machine, I ordered thread from designsbysick.com. I recieved very nice thread for about $1.00 a spool. This is the 1000 meter spool. They have on sale right now 50 spools of thread for 37.49 or 61 colors for 45.75. I haven't had any problems with their thread and will order more when I run out. I have also ordered stabilizers from them and have been pleased with the quality and price.
5. I store my embroidery unit in it's carrying case that fits perfectly behind the door of my fabric closet. But alot of the time I just leave it on the machine when I am sewing.
Love this thread and thanks for all the useful information.
1. I think this needs to be a separate thread. This one was started a few YEARS ago and still has interest.
2. I have a Pfaff Creative Vision 5.0 with the 4-D Embroidery Software program.
3. I have done lots of things. Childrens clothes, bibs, t-shirts, tote bags, purses, etc. I have also done custom logos on shirts (I had the design digitized first).
4. Some of the web sites I like and use are: www.planetapplique.com; designsbyjuju.com; designsbysick.com; emblibrary.com; embroiderydesigns.com; fivestarfonts.com; buystitch.com
5. When I first got my machine, I ordered thread from designsbysick.com. I recieved very nice thread for about $1.00 a spool. This is the 1000 meter spool. They have on sale right now 50 spools of thread for 37.49 or 61 colors for 45.75. I haven't had any problems with their thread and will order more when I run out. I have also ordered stabilizers from them and have been pleased with the quality and price.
5. I store my embroidery unit in it's carrying case that fits perfectly behind the door of my fabric closet. But alot of the time I just leave it on the machine when I am sewing.
Love this thread and thanks for all the useful information.
#932
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Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Norfolk, VA
Posts: 5,397
[QUOTE=Karenowc;5307346]I have a question on how all of you "store" the embroidery module for your machines when you are not using them.
I have a Ruby and it allows me to park it and I don't have to store it. I did just buy the bag for it though for when I got to embroidery club with it and that I hang over the closet door on a hook and could put the arm in it if needed. I agree they are large and expensive so you want to be careful. This is why I decided for the cost of what it would cost to replace or repair it was worth getting the bag to protect it.
I have a Ruby and it allows me to park it and I don't have to store it. I did just buy the bag for it though for when I got to embroidery club with it and that I hang over the closet door on a hook and could put the arm in it if needed. I agree they are large and expensive so you want to be careful. This is why I decided for the cost of what it would cost to replace or repair it was worth getting the bag to protect it.
#933
I have the Bernina Artista 630...........I bought all the "stuff" to do embroidery with, but so far, I have not done a single thing.........which is really dumb that I havent..........but I am not at all sure about how to do it and have been fearful that I would somehow hurt the machine, since I dont think I would know what I am doing........I guess I really need to go back and retake that part of the classes they have for you, after you puchase the machine.......its been about 3 years, so I am sure I dont remember how to do it................
#934
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Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Norfolk, VA
Posts: 5,397
There's a lot to learn. But I was wondering if anyone uses regular sewing needles to embroider with or must it be embroidery needles? I'm also not sure about which stablizers to use on different fabrics.
Thanks for any help you may be able to provide.[/QUOTE]
I have a Viking Ruby and I don't always use embroidery needles. For FSL I found sharps work better and sometimes I use a larger one than normal depending on the thread. I have embroidery needles and if you look around you can get good deals on them. I'm lucky because here at Fabric Hut they have a really good brand that if you buy 2 packs you get the 3rd pack for free and you can mix them. So I can get emb, sharps, topstich, etc and get 3 packs for around $8 and they last really well. You just really need to look around. You do need a good sharp needle though which is why I like the sharps. If you check out Kenny's Corner on Emblibrary.com he has a part on needles that helps a lot. He also has alot of stabliziers too, including their test. Floriani is also another good site to learn about this stuff for and also Viking. I go to Viking every month and download my free design and check out what's new for us. Do you have a dealer close that can help you out when you have a question?
Thanks for any help you may be able to provide.[/QUOTE]
I have a Viking Ruby and I don't always use embroidery needles. For FSL I found sharps work better and sometimes I use a larger one than normal depending on the thread. I have embroidery needles and if you look around you can get good deals on them. I'm lucky because here at Fabric Hut they have a really good brand that if you buy 2 packs you get the 3rd pack for free and you can mix them. So I can get emb, sharps, topstich, etc and get 3 packs for around $8 and they last really well. You just really need to look around. You do need a good sharp needle though which is why I like the sharps. If you check out Kenny's Corner on Emblibrary.com he has a part on needles that helps a lot. He also has alot of stabliziers too, including their test. Floriani is also another good site to learn about this stuff for and also Viking. I go to Viking every month and download my free design and check out what's new for us. Do you have a dealer close that can help you out when you have a question?
#935
Super Member
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Norfolk, VA
Posts: 5,397
Hello Judy... I just wanted to mention that I try to read all the messages in this thread but at yours there are over 887 messages!! And not all are using a quote reply so some can't even be linked to the start message. And many of them include repeated information. I hope that you are the type of person who would be gracious and repeat the same information if it is asked again and again knowing that in this thread it is so easy to lose the information someone might need. Thank you Judy.. Thank you very much for being that person. Hugs and Good Night..
#936
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Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Colorado
Posts: 3,536
K,
I am sooooo happy to know that those needles helped solve your
problem with the thread issues.
Those needles were purchased from AllStitch.net and at a DECENT
price also. I want to try the titanium large eye sharps next, but those
are a little more costly than I can afford right now.
Something else I almost positive that will help when embroidering is
to use thread nets on ALL your threads. I was only using the nets on
metallic thread, but started using them on ANY spool of embroidery
thread and have found that I have even fewer issues.
So to sum things up this is what I use for ALL embroidery:
Top Stitch (or large eye) SHARP needle (usually 90/14)
Thread nets ("soft" kind)
Slowest embroidery speed possible (350 spm)
For FSL I use 2 layers of Floriani Wet n Gone stabilizer
For embroidery on other materials I use what works best for that time of fabric.
One layer of Floriani Heat n Gone floated on top of deep pile fabrics or terry towels.
Sometimes lots of naughty words when things don't want to go MY way LOL.
I am sooooo happy to know that those needles helped solve your
problem with the thread issues.
Those needles were purchased from AllStitch.net and at a DECENT
price also. I want to try the titanium large eye sharps next, but those
are a little more costly than I can afford right now.
Something else I almost positive that will help when embroidering is
to use thread nets on ALL your threads. I was only using the nets on
metallic thread, but started using them on ANY spool of embroidery
thread and have found that I have even fewer issues.
So to sum things up this is what I use for ALL embroidery:
Top Stitch (or large eye) SHARP needle (usually 90/14)
Thread nets ("soft" kind)
Slowest embroidery speed possible (350 spm)
For FSL I use 2 layers of Floriani Wet n Gone stabilizer
For embroidery on other materials I use what works best for that time of fabric.
One layer of Floriani Heat n Gone floated on top of deep pile fabrics or terry towels.
Sometimes lots of naughty words when things don't want to go MY way LOL.
#937
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Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Posts: 381
I just purchased a brother PE-770, and have no clue what I'm doing yet, and am a little apprehensive about starting anything. I've read alot of the posts here, until I got a little googly eyed, but am learning lots of info. I, too, wish this thread had its own forum; it would be alot easier to sort through stuff. Anyway, am looking forward to reading and learning more--maybe even enough to play with my machine
#938
I just purchased a brother PE-770, and have no clue what I'm doing yet, and am a little apprehensive about starting anything. I've read alot of the posts here, until I got a little googly eyed, but am learning lots of info. I, too, wish this thread had its own forum; it would be alot easier to sort through stuff. Anyway, am looking forward to reading and learning more--maybe even enough to play with my machine
#939
Super Member
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Norfolk, VA
Posts: 5,397
I too just found this thread and have been reading it for 2 days! Lots of helpful info. Here are some of my answers to questions.
1. I think this needs to be a separate thread. This one was started a few YEARS ago and still has interest.
2. I have a Pfaff Creative Vision 5.0 with the 4-D Embroidery Software program.
3. I have done lots of things. Childrens clothes, bibs, t-shirts, tote bags, purses, etc. I have also done custom logos on shirts (I had the design digitized first).
4. Some of the web sites I like and use are: www.planetapplique.com; designsbyjuju.com; designsbysick.com; emblibrary.com; embroiderydesigns.com; fivestarfonts.com; buystitch.com
5. When I first got my machine, I ordered thread from designsbysick.com. I recieved very nice thread for about $1.00 a spool. This is the 1000 meter spool. They have on sale right now 50 spools of thread for 37.49 or 61 colors for 45.75. I haven't had any problems with their thread and will order more when I run out. I have also ordered stabilizers from them and have been pleased with the quality and price.
5. I store my embroidery unit in it's carrying case that fits perfectly behind the door of my fabric closet. But alot of the time I just leave it on the machine when I am sewing.
Love this thread and thanks for all the useful information.
1. I think this needs to be a separate thread. This one was started a few YEARS ago and still has interest.
2. I have a Pfaff Creative Vision 5.0 with the 4-D Embroidery Software program.
3. I have done lots of things. Childrens clothes, bibs, t-shirts, tote bags, purses, etc. I have also done custom logos on shirts (I had the design digitized first).
4. Some of the web sites I like and use are: www.planetapplique.com; designsbyjuju.com; designsbysick.com; emblibrary.com; embroiderydesigns.com; fivestarfonts.com; buystitch.com
5. When I first got my machine, I ordered thread from designsbysick.com. I recieved very nice thread for about $1.00 a spool. This is the 1000 meter spool. They have on sale right now 50 spools of thread for 37.49 or 61 colors for 45.75. I haven't had any problems with their thread and will order more when I run out. I have also ordered stabilizers from them and have been pleased with the quality and price.
5. I store my embroidery unit in it's carrying case that fits perfectly behind the door of my fabric closet. But alot of the time I just leave it on the machine when I am sewing.
Love this thread and thanks for all the useful information.
#940
Just thought I'd post my first embroidery project. Rushed to get it done for my son's girlfriend's birthday so I'm tired!! Birthday is tomorrow!
Here's a link to the picture.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/main-f1...t191629-3.html
Edited to add source of designs - all from Emblibrary.com - Asian section. Fabrics are batiks except for the white I used for the embroidery.
Here's a link to the picture.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/main-f1...t191629-3.html
Edited to add source of designs - all from Emblibrary.com - Asian section. Fabrics are batiks except for the white I used for the embroidery.
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