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Preparation
Tear-away Stabilizers
similar to interfacing; excess is easily torn away ►
one or more layers can be used ►
available in different weights ►
for more stability, apply to the wrong side of the fabric ►
with temporary spray adhesive before hooping
carefully tear away excess stabilizer from the back of
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the embroidery after stitching
stabilizer will remain under larger embroidered areas ►
Application:
for all woven fabrics and fabrics which are not elastic ►
Cut-away Stabilizers
one or more layers can be used ►
available in light and heavy weight ►
for more stability, apply to the wrong side of the fabric ►
with temporary spray adhesive before hooping
carefully cut away from the back of the embroidery after ►
stitching
stabilizer will remain under larger embroidered areas ►
Application:
for all elastic fabrics, especially suited for knits ►
Embroidery Stabilizers
Adhesive Spray
please avoid using adhesive spray next to your embroi- ►
dery system
for more stability, spray the stabilizer and adhere to the
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wrong side of the fabric carefully smoothing fabric so
there are no puckers
use adhesive carefully and spray from a distance of ►
25cm - 30cm (9.8 inches to 11.8 inches)
Application:
stretch and knitted material: to retain shape ►
appliqué: position appliqués perfectly ►
two or more pieces of fabric: avoid slipping of fabric ►
layers
fabric pieces: position fabric pieces on stabilizer, i.e.
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pocket flaps
napped fabrics (i.e. velvet) that should not be clamped
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in the hoop because of the possibility of getting hoop
marks
Spray Starch for Additional Stiffening
spray starch is ideal for stiffening fine, soft or loosely ►
woven fabrics
spray the area to be embroidered, let dry or press gently
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with a warm iron
always use an additional stabilizer such as water ►
soluble stabilizer on the wrong side of the fabric
Application:
ideal for fine, loosely woven fabrics, e.g. batiste, fine
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linen, etc.
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