Tips for Using an Embroidery Sewing Machine

Embroidery machines can be used to create a number of craft products. All embroidery machines are different and perform differently. There are a number of things you can do to get the most out of your embroidery machine and create amazing embroidery crafts.

• Pay the extra money for better and stronger embroidery thread. Certain patters may call for a certain brand of embroidery thread. High quality embroidery tread will work better in the embroidery machine and will help make the embroidery projects last longer.


• Search for free embroidery patterns online. Make sure you embroidery machine can be connected to you computer. You can download free patterns from Internet and use embroidery computer software to transfer the patterns to the machines. This will help save you money and shopping trips.


• Set your machine to a slow speed. When embroider machines are set at high speeds, they tend to miss stitches and create sloppy projects. Setting your embroidery machine to a slower speed will help ensure tighter, even and accurate stitches. You can change the speed setting by adjusting the speed dial located on the side or back of the machine, depending on the type of embroidery machine you have. You can change the stitch speed back to a faster speed if needed.


• Experiment with different thread colors. Most embroidery patters assign certain colors of thread to be used for each portion of the pattern. Try substituting different colors to create fun and unique embroidery patterns and projects.