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Connecting stitches
Long stitches which are used to get from one part of the motif to the next. Before and after the connecting
stitch securing stitches are sewn. Connecting stitches are trimmed.
Upper thread
A good quality thread (brand manufacturer) is essential for embroidery so that the embroidery is not affected
negatively because of poor thread or thread breakage.
Embroidery is particularly effective if you use 40wt glossy rayon or polyester embroidery threads as upper
threads. They are available in a wide range of colors for beautiful embroidery.
• Polyester with a brilliant sheen is a hard wearing, colorfast thread and has a high tensile strength which is
suitable for all types of embroidery.
• Rayon is a soft viscose fiber with a brilliant sheen and suitable for fine, delicate embroidery, or items that
will not receive excessive wear and tear.
• Metallic thread is a light to medium weight thread suitable for special effects in embroidery.
• When using metallic threads, the speed and the upper thread tension should be reduced.
Bobbin thread
In most cases black or white bobbin thread is used for embroidering. When both sides should have the same
look, it is recommended to use the same color for bobbin and upper thread.
• Bobbin Fill is an especially soft and light polyster thread which is suited to be used as bobbin thread.
• This special bobbin thread ensures a steady thread tension and an optimal intertwining of the upper and
bobbin thread.
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