Thread tension is one of the most frustrating subjects within the world of machine embroidery. Learning to adjust and maintain good thread tension is a learned skill. And once you develop this skill, it will make a huge difference in your finished machine embroidery! Discover 9 tips which can help you maintain balanced machine embroidery thread tensions.
Multi-Head vs Single-Head Embroidery Machines
Your small embroidery business has taken off, you need to up production and are contemplating whether to buy a multi-head embroidery machine. Multi-head embroidery machines can produce double or more of your current production volume. And although it’s a cost-effective choice in the short term (compared to buying another single-head), a multi-head embroidery machine has its upsides and downsides.
How to Sharpen Scissors
I remember my mom being livid when she found out one of the kids borrowed her fabric scissors to cut paper. She felt it immediately when cutting fabric, as the blades were dull. Today I know my mom’s frustration. However, this time I know how to sharpen scissors… with stuff you already use at home! So, before you toss your scissors or cutters in the trash and rush off to buy new ones, there’s actually a couple of easy and fast tricks to sharpen the blades.