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Tips

Learn from our experience with these suggestions.

Thread Conversion

Leeon May 20, 2020May 18, 2023

We have compared actual thread samples to determine the closest thread match of other brands to our preferred brand of embroidery thread.

Tips
Floriani, Gunold, Isacord, Madeira, Robison-Anton, thread conversion

Managing Embroidery Files

Leeon April 30, 2019May 18, 2023

Managing embroidery files can be a daunting task. Between purchasing designs or creating your own, plus all those freebies on the internet, even conservative embroiders can collect thousands of designs in just a few years…

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Tips
Design Management, PC Tips

Skin Tone Threads

Leeon July 6, 2017May 18, 2023

Change the threads of our people designs to change their appearance. Here we provide the Isacord colors that work best for skin tones.

Tips
colors, people, skin tone, thread

Buying an Embroidery Machine

Leeon December 2, 2016May 18, 2023

An embroidery machine is an investment that requires careful consideration. Here we tell you the information you need to make the right decision.

Tips
buying, embroidery machine, features

Free-Standing Lace

Leeon December 2, 2016May 18, 2023

There’s all these beautiful free-standing lace designs available. Now what? Free-standing lace has special requirements that differ from regular embroidery. For starters, standard stabilizers don’t work. What should you use? There are 2 options: heavy…

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Tips
film, Free-standing, Lace, stabilizer, thread, water-soluble
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