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Beginner Machine Embroidery



Each week you will learn a different embroidery technique. From applique, lace, embroidering on towels as well as how to download and save files to your machine.

Machine Embroidery 101


Week One Welcome to Machine Embroidery


Welcome to the world of machine embroidery!


In our first class we’ll go over some of the basics and

stitch out a design on woven fabric. The topics we’ll discuss include:


Stablizers,

Threads

Needles

Hoops

Designs (where to find them)

How to hoop your fabric

We will also be stitching out a basic embroidery design.


Supplies you will need:


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Embroidery machine with embroidery arm

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Bobbins for your machine and bobbin thread

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Embroidery needles (size 75 or the appropriate size for the thread you will be

using)


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A hoop for your machine. 100mm x 100mm (4”x4”) or larger

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One piece of cotton/woven fabric large enough to fit into your hoop with 2” extra

on all four sides.


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Cut away OR tear away stabilizer the same size as your fabric

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The following thread colours (recommended Wonderfil Polyfast 40wt.)

One darker colour and one lighter colour (i.e. dark and light blue)


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Tweezers, small scissors (embroidery scissors are recommended)

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Marking pen/pencil/chalk

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Any additional sewing or embroidery tools you use regularly

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Pen and paper for taking notes


Skill Level: Beginner
Skill Details: Beginner
Instructor: Eileen Nurse
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