Basics of Machine Embroidery
The term machine embroidery basically describes two different
aspects. The first is to use a type of sewing machine to create,
either by freehand or with built-in stitches a design on a fabric or
similar item. The second term pertains to a pattern which is input
into a specially designed, computerized embroidery machine which
will mechanically create a design from that pre-made pattern.
Since computerized machines for embroidery are quite affordable now,
the basic use of manual machine embroidery is for fiber arts and
quilting projects. Prior to the widespread use of computerized
machine embroidery, a process known as punching was used for
embroidery. Designs were "punched" on paper tape that ran through a
mechanical embroidery machine. If you made one small mistake, it
could ruin the entire design. Then you would need to start over.
Computerized machine embroidery has become very popular since the
late 1990s. A machine with specialized digitizing programs for the
creation of a person's own designs may be purchased for under $500.
Embroidery patterns can also be purchased if a person does not want
to design their own patterns. The most common design format is .pes.
A hoop is used that attaches to the machine in the manner designated
by that particular machine. The item that is to be embroidered is
first hooped, then a device on the machine called the arm moves the
hoop under the needle. Many items can be embroidered ranging from
fabric to paper, and even to lightweight balsa wood. More modern
methods of hooping and embroidering items are continually being
developed for embroidery machines.
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