Thank you, thank you, thank you! SO many tutorials seem to ‘assume’ the audience knows something about machine embroidery, but you ‘visually’ AND ‘verbally’ take one through each step. I’ve sewed garments for years, but Embroidery is a whole new ballgame! I’m your new fan. And in case I didn’t say it enough …THANK YOU!
I watch many tutorials. YOU are an excellent educator and your voice is pleasing and you speak at the perfect rate. Your information was well organized and included all the relevant topics. I learned a great deal. Thanks for your efforts!
I just want to tell you that I just purchased an embroidery machine. ( great deal from friend who never opened it and sold it to me after a year of owning it). She could not teach me...other youtube videos have helped me somewhat but YOUR videos moved me from what have I done? To wow this is fun! I honestly could not understand the "lingo". Your videos put me at ease with your clear instruction and your honesty about how things really go. You made this a total game changer for me. Thank you soooo much!
WOW, I just finished your 'beginner' videos and they are so helpful! I'm considering a emboidery machine and haven't made up my mind if that's what I want to do. I am very happy with your simple, extremely clear videos. Thank you
Thanks Pam and welcome to the channel. I hope to finally update my "what machine to buy" video in the next month or so, but if you have questions on which machine suits your needs, I'm happy to help!
Thank you so much! I found your videos, subscribed, and I have watched several of them over again just so I can do what I need to correctly!!! Thank you so very much for taking the time to make these!
thank you so much for these! Even though I've been embroidering things for my biz for 5+ years I still learn something new from your videos. Cant wait for the next ones!
I will add my thanks here. I have an old Viking Designer I and stopped doing embroidery for quite some time because I was unable to do much with the floppy disk storage format any longer. I am getting back into it with the purchase of a used Brother Dream Machine 2 and having fun re-educating myself. I have a bit of a crazy question. What brand/model scissors are in the video (the black and white ones with the mint green comfort grip). I love the look of them. Thanks again!
Without knowing which babylock, I can't tell if you want to transfer with a USB stick or WIFI? You don't need the 5D software to transfer designs. Just drag the files to the folder on your computer that you want to transfer to (USB or WIFI drive). You'll be dealing with PES files for a Babylock, so try searching the internet for PES design transfer if you need step-by-step instructions. I don't have a video on that yet or I would link it for you.
yes, you absolutely need stabilizer even when practicing! Otherwise the thread will not stitch correctly on the flimsy fabric and it will look terrible.
It may be a while before I do anything with hats, since I don't own a single cap to stitch on. Maybe a facebook group for the Babylock Alliance or even the Brother/Babylock multineedle groups could help? They pretty much consider the Alliance like the multi-needles since they work the same way. I DO know the Brother & Babylock machines are not the best for hats - the hoop won't go down low enough and people complain. Have you looked at the new hooping system that's supposed to fix that? I hear it's expensive, and still waiting for reviews on it.
@@BallyhooCreations I’ve been considering the brother PRS100. Which has the cap driver set. I’m trying to find a machine as my daughter’s scouting troop is interested in investing in doing their embroidery work in house. Hats and shirts are the main objects to embroider. I see in your comment here that those machines are problematic as far as how close to the bill the design can be stitched. Would you recommend focusing more on the sewing machine style single needle units? I’ve scheduled a demo with a Janome dealer I’m very familiar with. My next stop will be the brother dealer. But I was really setting my heart on the professional style machine even if it has one needle. I do have to really make the proper choice though as it’s not my personal investment. I’ve discovered your channel and have found it immensely helpful in my research for beginner embroidery. I am a free motion longarm quilter, so I’ve got some basics but embroidery is a unique beast to tame I’m learning. Thank you very much for sharing your honest perspective and your knowledgeable insight. It’s been indispensable.
@@anitra7747 Thanks for the questions. First of all, the regular single needles are NOT good for caps. So stay with the rotary hook style like the Persona you're looking at. I see a lot of complaints about the Janome multi-needles and steered clear of them. The Brother/Babylock machines do well with hats but not as well as the commercial brands. HOWEVER - there is a new cap driver for those machines that people are raving about. I don't stitch caps but it sounds like for the extra expense of the newer hat hoop those issues are solved. If the logos you will be stitching have multiple colors - spend the extra money on the multi-needle if possible. Changing threads on the PRS1000 is a hassle in my opinion. Talk to as many dealers as you can, and let them know you're shopping around. You might get a better price if they know they are competing for your business. And finally - consider the time it takes to do machine embroidery along with the cost of the machine. Many people find that doing it in-house is not as cost effective as they thought and their machines wind up on Craigslist and Facebook marketplace in nearly new condition. :-)
I am really new to machine embroidery. When you find the center on the shirt, is that where the center of the embroidery design starts, or is that where the top of the design starts? Thank you
The design center is in the center of the hoop. You'll want to position the design on the shirt with that in mind. Practicing on fabric first will give you a feel for how your machine will position the design 😉
Both videos show the traditional and floating methods of hooping. But the positioning video has extra steps to ensure the design is placed exactly where you want it. If you're putting a design onto a finished item, you'll need to do the positioning each time. (like centering a design on a shirt) But for practice you don't need to position the design. And for in-the-hoop projects it's not important since the first stitch usually shows you an outline of where to place the fabric. Hope that helps!
Well that's interesting. Is that documented somewhere by Brother or Babylock? Or could it be a calibration issue? My needle certainly appears to be smack in the middle of the hoop center guidelines when the designs starts at the center mark.
I was surprised too! All my brother templates are off on the vertical line. When I have my plastic template inserted into the hoop the vertical center line on the template is to the left of the vertical center line on the hoop. But the horizontal line is fine. For that reason I use the actual hoop markings as a quide line. I print up my design and center it on the article to be embroidered. I then use that print out as my guide to make sure all is centered and in line with the hoop markings. My embroidery software prints up with a visible grid.I don't use my plastic template. A quick tape measurement of the area verified that the plastic template was off about 1/8" running the length of the design. It took me a few tries and couldn't figure out why I was off center. Now I know!
Thank you, thank you, thank you! SO many tutorials seem to ‘assume’ the audience knows something about machine embroidery, but you ‘visually’ AND ‘verbally’ take one through each step. I’ve sewed garments for years, but Embroidery is a whole new ballgame! I’m your new fan. And in case I didn’t say it enough …THANK YOU!
Thanks for that lovely feedback! Knowing these vids are helpful keeps me motivated to create more of them for you!
I laughed about a note being pinned to you! I remember those days.
I absolutely love that design, the black cat is beautiful
thanks! It's one of my favorite designs too.
I watch many tutorials. YOU are an excellent educator and your voice is pleasing and you speak at the perfect rate. Your information was well organized and included all the relevant topics. I learned a great deal. Thanks for your efforts!
Wow, thank you for that sweet comment! You've inspired me to make some more videos. 🥰
You are absolutely so kind to share your knowledge with us. Thank you ever so much!!
You are so welcome!
I just want to tell you that I just purchased an embroidery machine. ( great deal from friend who never opened it and sold it to me after a year of owning it). She could not teach me...other youtube videos have helped me somewhat but YOUR videos moved me from what have I done? To wow this is fun!
I honestly could not understand the "lingo". Your videos put me at ease with your clear instruction and your honesty about how things really go. You made this a total game changer for me. Thank you soooo much!
That is awesome!
Thank you Lucy I love your videos. I am very new to machine embroidery and you have helped me a great deal.
Learning allot. Thank you for what you’re teaching and helping me with.
Happy to hear you're enjoying the channel Sharon! It sounds like you're already in love with machine embroidery. 😁
Thanks you - very good information as I start my embroidery journey.
You’re welcome 😊
WOW, I just finished your 'beginner' videos and they are so helpful! I'm considering a emboidery machine and haven't made up my mind if that's what I want to do. I am very happy with your simple, extremely clear videos. Thank you
Thanks Pam and welcome to the channel. I hope to finally update my "what machine to buy" video in the next month or so, but if you have questions on which machine suits your needs, I'm happy to help!
I really like how clear your instructions are. Thank you, looking forward to more videos.
Love your videos! I’m new to embroidery and these have been very helpful. Thank you!
Lucy, Thanks so much for your tutorials. So clear & precise! Second-time around & you are truly refreshing!
Thank you so much!
Thank you so much! I found your videos, subscribed, and I have watched several of them over again just so I can do what I need to correctly!!! Thank you so very much for taking the time to make these!
Thanks Maggie! And welcome to the Ballyhoo RUclips channel!
thank you so much for these! Even though I've been embroidering things for my biz for 5+ years I still learn something new from your videos. Cant wait for the next ones!
thank you! I'm learning new stuff when I do the research for these - there's SO much out there!
Great video, thanks ‼️
Thanks
excited for the upcoming videos
Very helpful. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Great video series! Thank you!
I will add my thanks here. I have an old Viking Designer I and stopped doing embroidery for quite some time because I was unable to do much with the floppy disk storage format any longer. I am getting back into it with the purchase of a used Brother Dream Machine 2 and having fun re-educating myself. I have a bit of a crazy question. What brand/model scissors are in the video (the black and white ones with the mint green comfort grip). I love the look of them. Thanks again!
Those are an old pair of Wescott scissors. And that Dream Machine is a big step up from the Designer 1. Have fun with it!
Thank you
Need information how to transfer design from computer to my baby lock machine I have 5D embroidery system
Without knowing which babylock, I can't tell if you want to transfer with a USB stick or WIFI? You don't need the 5D software to transfer designs. Just drag the files to the folder on your computer that you want to transfer to (USB or WIFI drive). You'll be dealing with PES files for a Babylock, so try searching the internet for PES design transfer if you need step-by-step instructions. I don't have a video on that yet or I would link it for you.
Do I have to use stabilizers when I’m practicing with muslin
yes, you absolutely need stabilizer even when practicing! Otherwise the thread will not stitch correctly on the flimsy fabric and it will look terrible.
if you have any tips on hat embroidery with the "BNAL" (with hat attachment), include that as an episode or segment. thanks
It may be a while before I do anything with hats, since I don't own a single cap to stitch on. Maybe a facebook group for the Babylock Alliance or even the Brother/Babylock multineedle groups could help? They pretty much consider the Alliance like the multi-needles since they work the same way. I DO know the Brother & Babylock machines are not the best for hats - the hoop won't go down low enough and people complain. Have you looked at the new hooping system that's supposed to fix that? I hear it's expensive, and still waiting for reviews on it.
@@BallyhooCreations I’ve been considering the brother PRS100. Which has the cap driver set. I’m trying to find a machine as my daughter’s scouting troop is interested in investing in doing their embroidery work in house. Hats and shirts are the main objects to embroider. I see in your comment here that those machines are problematic as far as how close to the bill the design can be stitched. Would you recommend focusing more on the sewing machine style single needle units? I’ve scheduled a demo with a Janome dealer I’m very familiar with. My next stop will be the brother dealer. But I was really setting my heart on the professional style machine even if it has one needle. I do have to really make the proper choice though as it’s not my personal investment.
I’ve discovered your channel and have found it immensely helpful in my research for beginner embroidery. I am a free motion longarm quilter, so I’ve got some basics but embroidery is a unique beast to tame I’m learning. Thank you very much for sharing your honest perspective and your knowledgeable insight. It’s been indispensable.
@@anitra7747 Thanks for the questions. First of all, the regular single needles are NOT good for caps. So stay with the rotary hook style like the Persona you're looking at. I see a lot of complaints about the Janome multi-needles and steered clear of them. The Brother/Babylock machines do well with hats but not as well as the commercial brands. HOWEVER - there is a new cap driver for those machines that people are raving about. I don't stitch caps but it sounds like for the extra expense of the newer hat hoop those issues are solved. If the logos you will be stitching have multiple colors - spend the extra money on the multi-needle if possible. Changing threads on the PRS1000 is a hassle in my opinion. Talk to as many dealers as you can, and let them know you're shopping around. You might get a better price if they know they are competing for your business. And finally - consider the time it takes to do machine embroidery along with the cost of the machine. Many people find that doing it in-house is not as cost effective as they thought and their machines wind up on Craigslist and Facebook marketplace in nearly new condition. :-)
I am really new to machine embroidery. When you find the center on the shirt, is that where the center of the embroidery design starts, or is that where the top of the design starts? Thank you
The design center is in the center of the hoop. You'll want to position the design on the shirt with that in mind. Practicing on fabric first will give you a feel for how your machine will position the design 😉
Where do you get templates
Design templates either come in a PDF file with you design download OR you can print your own if you have software like Embird or Embrilliance, etc.
why is this design hooped differently than the one in #2 Hooping and Floating?
Both videos show the traditional and floating methods of hooping. But the positioning video has extra steps to ensure the design is placed exactly where you want it. If you're putting a design onto a finished item, you'll need to do the positioning each time. (like centering a design on a shirt) But for practice you don't need to position the design. And for in-the-hoop projects it's not important since the first stitch usually shows you an outline of where to place the fabric. Hope that helps!
Just an FYI. The little “marks” on Brother and Baby Lock hoops are not the exact centers. They are off by a few millimeters.
Well that's interesting. Is that documented somewhere by Brother or Babylock? Or could it be a calibration issue? My needle certainly appears to be smack in the middle of the hoop center guidelines when the designs starts at the center mark.
I was surprised too! All my brother templates are off on the vertical line. When I have my plastic template inserted into the hoop the vertical center line on the template is to the left of the vertical center line on the hoop. But the horizontal line is fine. For that reason I use the actual hoop markings as a quide line. I print up my design and center it on the article to be embroidered. I then use that print out as my guide to make sure all is centered and in line with the hoop markings. My embroidery software prints up with a visible grid.I don't use my plastic template. A quick tape measurement of the area verified that the plastic template was off about 1/8" running the length of the design.
It took me a few tries and couldn't figure out why I was off center. Now I know!