Archive for November, 2008
Special embroidery - sparco patches
Monday, November 24, 2008 22:36 No CommentsUse a water-soluble stabilizer for specialty applications or for hooping with fabric. It can be removed directly after embroidery or during the first laundering. It will disappear when it comes in contact with water; therefore, the fabric or base stitches must support the design after the embroidery is complete. Tear or cut away the excess [...]
How to make embroidery patches
Monday, November 24, 2008 22:30 No CommentsSome stabilizers are available pre-cut in sizes perfect for standard size hoops. This is handy to help speed up the embroidery process. To save money, purchase rolls or bolts of your favorite stabilizers. This allows you to cut your own to fit standard size hoops or use stabilizer saving hooping techniques. Some manufacturers offer two [...]