Creative Machine Embroidery – July 2019

Test

Stitching

Before embroidering a project, test-stitch the design to

ensure that all elements are compatible. This is even

more important if the project can’t be easily replaced.

Test stitching the design ensures that the

design stitches properly with the machine set-

tings and chosen fabric. Professional digitizers

and embroidery companies take great care

to digitize the design so it stitches in a logical

order, there are fewer jump threads to trim

and that the stitch density is compatible with

most fabrics. After test stitching, if the design

doesn’t meet your expectations, it may need

editing in an embroidery software program. If

the design stitches perfectly, keep the digitizer

in mind for purchasing designs in the future.

12 CMEMAG.COM | Fall 2019

basic training

Test

Stitching

Before embroidering a project, test-stitch the design to

ensure that all elements are compatible. This is even

more important if the project can’t be easily replaced.

Test stitching the design ensures that the

design stitches properly with the machine set-

tings and chosen fabric. Professional digitizers

and embroidery companies take great care

to digitize the design so it stitches in a logical

order, there are fewer jump threads to trim

and that the stitch density is compatible with

most fabrics. After test stitching, if the design

doesn’t meet your expectations, it may need

editing in an embroidery software program. If

the design stitches perfectly, keep the digitizer

in mind for purchasing designs in the future.

12 CMEMAG.COM | Fall 2019

basic training