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#Optimizing for Sewing Order: Since the embroidery machine can do only one colour at a time, it is important to optimize the file to do all the same colours at once. We can do this by grouping the same coloured layers together in the sewing order panel on the left.

#Optimizing for Sewing Order: Since the embroidery machine can do only one colour at a time, it is important to optimize the file to do all the same colours at once. We can do this by grouping the same coloured layers together in the sewing order panel on the left.

#Finishing up. Save your work.Go to the '''Home''' tab. Plug in your machine to the computer. Send your design to the machine.

#Finishing up. Save your work.Go to the '''Home''' tab. Plug in your machine to the computer. Send your design to the machine.

For more information, follow these video guides to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ecjbFkzgqw&list=PLrJaRehtfU4A3zi3fJkmKIFbXe5oniseZ

For more information, follow these video guides to learn more: <nowiki><youtube></nowiki>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ecjbFkzgqw&list=PLrJaRehtfU4A3zi3fJkmKIFbXe5oniseZ<nowiki></youtube></nowiki>

===INK/STITCH (Inkscape Extension)===

===INK/STITCH (Inkscape Extension)===

For more information, follow these video guides to learn more: https://inkstitch.org/tutorials/resources/beginner-video-tutorials/[[File:Satin stitch.png|thumb|Satin [https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/how-to-work-basic-satin-stitch-1177555 stitch]]]

For more information, follow these video guides to learn more: https://inkstitch.org/tutorials/resources/beginner-video-tutorials/[[File:Satin stitch.png|thumb|Satin [https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/how-to-work-basic-satin-stitch-1177555 stitch]]]

==== SATIN STITCHING IN INK/STITCH ====

====SATIN STITCHING IN INK/STITCH====

Satin stitching gives a shiny finish to your embroidered piece, however it works best with smaller sections or lines.

Satin stitching gives a shiny finish to your embroidered piece, however it works best with smaller sections or lines.

'''NOTE:''' If you are making a satin stitch from a few lines on the same path, occasionally the default parameter will be to satin stitch the individual lines separately with very loose zig-zag pattern despite following all the steps in the wiki above. Uncheck "Lines to Satin" to solve this problem.

'''NOTE:''' If you are making a satin stitch from a few lines on the same path, occasionally the default parameter will be to satin stitch the individual lines separately with very loose zig-zag pattern despite following all the steps in the wiki above. Uncheck "Lines to Satin" to solve this problem.

== Different kinds of Embroidery machines ==

==Different kinds of Embroidery machines==

There are 2 different types of embroidery machines that other you may find other ones categorized under, the free-motion embroidery machine, and the computerized embroidery machine. In both types of machines, we can find many pros and cons, whether it’s the cost, required time, complexity, etc.

There are 2 different types of embroidery machines that other you may find other ones categorized under, the free-motion embroidery machine, and the computerized embroidery machine. In both types of machines, we can find many pros and cons, whether it’s the cost, required time, complexity, etc.

=== Free motion ===

===Free motion===

For the case regarding the free-motion embroidery machines, we typically require a fair bit of hands-on work. However, we will typically find these machines doubling as a sewing machine to increase its resourcefulness. The machine works by moving a tightly banded piece of fabric along the horizontal plane beneath the needle. The needle will then piece through the fabric wile the fabric is moving to achieve the desired design. On this machine, the user must operate the machine using various building settings so that the fabric stays tight therefore, achieving the highest quality result. With this kind of machine there is only one needle the operator must stop the machine and interchange the thread for every different colour desired in the design. This can be very time consuming.

For the case regarding the free-motion embroidery machines, we typically require a fair bit of hands-on work. However, we will typically find these machines doubling as a sewing machine to increase its resourcefulness. The machine works by moving a tightly banded piece of fabric along the horizontal plane beneath the needle. The needle will then piece through the fabric wile the fabric is moving to achieve the desired design. On this machine, the user must operate the machine using various building settings so that the fabric stays tight therefore, achieving the highest quality result. With this kind of machine there is only one needle the operator must stop the machine and interchange the thread for every different colour desired in the design. This can be very time consuming.

=== Computerized ===

===Computerized===

In modern embroidery machines we can see a lot more automation in this process. The embroidery machine comprises a frame that holds the fabric in tension, then the sewing needle moves automatically using the pre-programmed design as its guide. The machine can switch between different integrated needles to obtain different colours in the embroidery design. Within these machines there are many different needles which make it a great tool for the industrial market. These machines require no hands-on manipulation other than the initial threading of the needles. Since the machines are fully automated, this makes for a significantly faster process.

In modern embroidery machines we can see a lot more automation in this process. The embroidery machine comprises a frame that holds the fabric in tension, then the sewing needle moves automatically using the pre-programmed design as its guide. The machine can switch between different integrated needles to obtain different colours in the embroidery design. Within these machines there are many different needles which make it a great tool for the industrial market. These machines require no hands-on manipulation other than the initial threading of the needles. Since the machines are fully automated, this makes for a significantly faster process.

#Continue bringing it underneath the plastic piece. You can also see the visual guide on how to do this that is on the machine.

#Continue bringing it underneath the plastic piece. You can also see the visual guide on how to do this that is on the machine.

#Pull the thread down the side of the machine into the slot. Now take the thread and wrap it around the thin plastic U shaped part, pulling it all the way up.

#Pull the thread down the side of the machine into the slot. Now take the thread and wrap it around the thin plastic U shaped part, pulling it all the way up.

#Keep pulling the thread up and then pull it toward the machine.

# Keep pulling the thread up and then pull it toward the machine.

#Then pull the thread down, you will notice that it will latch onto the metal piece on the inside.'''Note:''' If the thread does not latch onto the metal piece, try again until it does.

#Then pull the thread down, you will notice that it will latch onto the metal piece on the inside.'''Note:''' If the thread does not latch onto the metal piece, try again until it does.

#Make sure the needle is in the highest position, then pull down the thread and latch it to the hook above the need labelled

#Make sure the needle is in the highest position, then pull down the thread and latch it to the hook above the need labelled

'''Note:''' Do not pull the string out of the needle, only the excess part to cut it off

'''Note:''' Do not pull the string out of the needle, only the excess part to cut it off

==Rewinding the bobbin==

==Rewinding the bobbin ==

A sewing machine needs a feed of thread from the bottom too. Otherwise the thread wouldn’t stay onto what you’re sewing on. You can see in the demonstration on the side how the bobbin role is important when it comes to sewing.  

A sewing machine needs a feed of thread from the bottom too. Otherwise the thread wouldn’t stay onto what you’re sewing on. You can see in the demonstration on the side how the bobbin role is important when it comes to sewing.  

#Then wrap the thread around the bobbin several times so it doesn’t come off or get loose. Make sure it is in this direction.

#Then wrap the thread around the bobbin several times so it doesn’t come off or get loose. Make sure it is in this direction.

#The start button (The one with the arrow) should now be yellow, press it and it will start winding the thread around the spool. Once it’s nearly full, press the yellow button again to stop it.

#The start button (The one with the arrow) should now be yellow, press it and it will start winding the thread around the spool. Once it’s nearly full, press the yellow button again to stop it.

#Push the bobbin the other way as show and take it off the winder. Your bobbin is now refilled!

# Push the bobbin the other way as show and take it off the winder. Your bobbin is now refilled!

#Take the lid off the bobbin as you did before. Take the end of the thread.

#Take the lid off the bobbin as you did before. Take the end of the thread.

#Take the end of the thread and place it under the plastic tab.

#Take the end of the thread and place it under the plastic tab.

#Pull the metal tab.

#Pull the metal tab.

#Pull upwards on the plastic hoop to remove it.

#Pull upwards on the plastic hoop to remove it.

#Once it is off, push the tab up to bring up the foot.

# Once it is off, push the tab up to bring up the foot.

#Slide the hoop off from under the foot

#Slide the hoop off from under the foot

Put the hoop in the arm. Push it in until it clicks into place. That’s it! Now the bed is ready.  

Put the hoop in the arm. Push it in until it clicks into place. That’s it! Now the bed is ready.  

== Setting up the machine ==

==Setting up the machine ==

===Loading a design onto the machine===

=== Loading a design onto the machine===

Plug in the USB cable in into the back of the machine and connect the other end to your computer.

Plug in the USB cable in into the back of the machine and connect the other end to your computer.

[[File:Uploaded documents.png|thumb|204x204px|Uploaded documents|alt=|none]]

[[File:Uploaded documents.png|thumb|204x204px|Uploaded documents|alt=|none]]

=== Multi-Coloured Embroiders ===

===Multi-Coloured Embroiders===

[[File:Multicoloured embroidery job.png|thumb|170x170px|Multicoloured embroidery job]]

[[File:Multicoloured embroidery job.png|thumb|170x170px|Multicoloured embroidery job]]

*If your design has different colours, you will need to rethread the upper thread with the next colour and hit the Go button again after lowering the foot.

*If your design has different colours, you will need to rethread the upper thread with the next colour and hit the Go button again after lowering the foot.

*The machine will tell you which colour to embroider in what order on the screen:

*The machine will tell you which colour to embroider in what order on the screen:

== Making Adjustments to Size and Position ==

==Making Adjustments to Size and Position==

Press the '''Adjust''' button.  

Press the '''Adjust''' button.  

Then press the '''Layout''' button.  

Then press the '''Layout''' button.  

===Changing the position===

===Changing the position ===

Using the arrow keys you can easily change the position, rotate, or even mirror the desired design.

Using the arrow keys you can easily change the position, rotate, or even mirror the desired design.

[[File:Changing the position.png|thumb|440x440px|Changing the position|alt=|none]]

[[File:Changing the position.png|thumb|440x440px|Changing the position|alt=|none]]

*Very sharp needle moving up and down

*Very sharp needle moving up and down

*Mechanical parts are moving all over the machine, touching them will cause the embroider to fail.

* Mechanical parts are moving all over the machine, touching them will cause the embroider to fail.

==Finishing up==

==Finishing up==

[[File:Finished job.png|alt=Scissor button|thumb|180x180px|Scissor button]]

[[File:Finished job.png|alt=Scissor button|thumb|180x180px|Scissor button]]

#When your design is finished embroidering the machine will tell you. Press okay then press then scissors button.

#When your design is finished embroidering the machine will tell you. Press okay then press then scissors button.

#Raise the foot.

# Raise the foot.

#Remove the hoop from the machine.

#Remove the hoop from the machine.

#Loosen the screw on the hoop and take your embroidered design!

#Loosen the screw on the hoop and take your embroidered design!

*Machine displays: '''“⚠ The bobbin thread is running out.”'''

*Machine displays: '''“⚠ The bobbin thread is running out.”'''

**If the bobbin is empty: Refill the bobbin

**If the bobbin is empty: Refill the bobbin

**If the bobbin is full see: Thread the Bobbin

** If the bobbin is full see: Thread the Bobbin

*Machine displays: '''“⚠ Check and rethread the upper thread.”'''

* Machine displays: '''“⚠ Check and rethread the upper thread.”'''

**If the thread spool is empty: Thread the machine

**If the thread spool is empty: Thread the machine

**If the thread spool isn’t empty: Thread the machine

**If the thread spool isn’t empty: Thread the machine

**Check to make sure the bobbin case is inserted into the machine correctly. The arrow on the bobbin case should align with the white dot on the machine.

**Check to make sure the bobbin case is inserted into the machine correctly. The arrow on the bobbin case should align with the white dot on the machine.

==Replacing the Needle==

==Replacing the Needle ==

[[File:Replacing the needle.png|thumb|[https://support.brother.com/g/b/manualtop.aspx?c=ca&lang=en&prod=hf_he240eus Replacing the needle]]]

[[File:Replacing the needle.png|thumb|[https://support.brother.com/g/b/manualtop.aspx?c=ca&lang=en&prod=hf_he240eus Replacing the needle]]]

#Bring up the foot by pushing up on the lever. (Very important)

#Bring up the foot by pushing up on the lever. (Very important)

#Use the screwdriver found in the machine’s part bin to loosen the black screw that’s show. Do not fully unscrew the screw and beware of sharp points from the needle.

#Use the screwdriver found in the machine’s part bin to loosen the black screw that’s show. Do not fully unscrew the screw and beware of sharp points from the needle.

#Hold the needle with one hand and keep loosening the screw until you can pull the needle out. Make sure the needle does not fall into the machine.

# Hold the needle with one hand and keep loosening the screw until you can pull the needle out. Make sure the needle does not fall into the machine.

#Now that the needle is out, you need to put in a new 75/11 embroidery needle. The flat end of the needle needs to be facing away from you when sliding it back up into the machine. (Same orientation as show in the image)

#Now that the needle is out, you need to put in a new 75/11 embroidery needle. The flat end of the needle needs to be facing away from you when sliding it back up into the machine. (Same orientation as show in the image)

#Now that the needle is out, you need to put in a new 75/11 embroidery needle. The flat end of the needle needs to be facing away from you when sliding it back up into the machine. (Same orientation as show in the image)

#Now that the needle is out, you need to put in a new 75/11 embroidery needle. The flat end of the needle needs to be facing away from you when sliding it back up into the machine. (Same orientation as show in the image)

#Make sure the needle cannot go up any further then tighten the screw.

#Make sure the needle cannot go up any further then tighten the screw.