MATERIALS
+½yardeachofminky&gold
satinfabric+3 yardsof^3 ⁄ 8 "-diametergold
cording+Mediumweightpaper-release
adhesivecut-awaystabilizer+Seamripper
+Pressingcloth
+Serger(optional)
+Bodkin(optional)
+Embroiderysoftwarewith
nap-blockerfeature+Monogramdesign
(approximately4"square;see
“Design.”)tip
Cut minky fabric through
the knit backing in a
smooth, gliding motion.PREPARE
- From the minky fabric, cut two
15"×18¼ " rectangles for the front
and back panel. Designate one
short end on each panel as the
upper edge, ensuring the nap is
running downward. - From the satin fabric, cut two
15"×18¼ " rectangles for the front
and back lining panels and one
15"×28" rectangle for the divider.
Designate one short end on each
panel as the upper edge.- Position the front panel right side
up on a flat work surface with the
nap running downward. Pin-mark
the design vertical and horizontal
centerlines.
EMBROIDER
- Open the monogram design in
embroidery software. Select the
design, and then apply the nap-
blocker feature to the design (A). - Add a basting stitch to the design
perimeter. Save the file with a new
name.- Load the new design onto the
machine. - Hoop a piece of paper-release
adhesive cut-away stabilizer with
the paper side facing up. Score
- Load the new design onto the
A
tip
If using software without
nap-blocking capabilities,
secure a piece of water-
soluble topper over the minky
fabric before embroidery.CMEMAG.COM 51