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2 MADEIRA industry products at a glance Thread description Thread thickness Appearance No. of colours Make-up Care Please send us: MADEIRA Denier Spools Cones max. washing temp. Shade Card / Sample / Info Viscose/rayon embroidery thread, 100% viscose CLASSIC single colours CLASSIC ombré CLASSIC multicolor CLASSIC astro-color CLASSIC No.30 single colours CLASSIC No.60 single colours CLASSIC No.12 single colours No.30 No.60 No x2 120x2 120x2 120x2 180x2 75x2 300x2 brilliant, natural sheen brilliant, natural sheen brilliant, natural sheen, shaded light to dark brilliant, random shaded colours brilliant, natural sheen brilliant, natural sheen brilliant, natural sheen m 1000 m 1000 m 1000 m 25 g 1500 m m 5000 m 5000 m 5000 m 3000 m m 95 C 95 C 95 C 95 C 95 C 95 C 95 C Polyester embroidery thread, 100% polyester POLYNEON single colours POLYNEON fluorescent POLYNEON multicolor POLYNEON No.60 single colours No x2 120x2 120x2 75x2 brilliant sheen brilliant sheen, fluorescent random shaded colours brilliant sheen m 1000 m 1000 m 1500 m 5000 m 5000 m 5000 m - 95 C, fast to chlorine 95 C, fast to chlorine 95 C, fast to chlorine 95 C, fast to chlorine Metallic embroidery thread, metallised polyester/polyamide/viscose FS No.50 FS No.45 FS FS astro FS No.35 FS No.30 FS No.20 FS No.15 SUPERTWIST No.12 SUPERTWIST No.30 SUPERTWIST No.30 crystal SUPERTWIST No.30 opal SUPERTWIST No.30 multicolor No.50 No.45 No.35 No.30 No.20 No.15 No.12 No.30 No.30 No.30 No smooth metallic smooth metallic smooth metallic smooth metallic, random shaded colours smooth metallic smooth metallic smooth twisted metallic metallic textured metallic glitter textured metallic glitter textured crystal shine textured iridescent,glittering textured multicolour, metallic glitter m m 1000 m g 20 g 1000 m 1000 m 1000 m 1000 m 1000 m 5000 m 5000 m 5000 m m 5000 m g m m 5000 m 60 C 60 C 60 C 60 C 60 C 95 C, fast to chlorine, rubbing fast 60 C 60 C 60 C 60 C 60 C 60 C 60 C Metallic sewing thread, metallised polyester/polyamide/viscose FS No.15 FS No.12 FS No.10 FS No.8 No.15 No.12 No.10 No smooth metallic smooth metallic smooth metallic smooth metallic g - 20 g g 1200 m 100 g 800 m 60 C 60 C 60 C 60 C

3 MADEIRA industry products at a glance Thread description Thread thickness No. of colours Make-up Care Please send us: MADEIRA Denier Spools Cones max. washing temp. Shade Card / Sample / Info Wool effect embroidery thread, 50% wool / 50% acrylic BURMILANA No.12 single colours BURMILANA No.12 mélangé BURMILANA No.12 mouliné BURMILANA No.12 astro-color No.12 No.12 No.12 No x2 300x2 300x2 300x2 woollen and warm woollen and warm, melange effect woollen and warm, mouliné effect woollen and warm, random shaded col m 1000 m 1000 m 1000 m C 45 C 45 C 45 C X.TRA Brilliant embroidery thread, 100% polyester X.TRA No. 30 No x2 extra brilliant m 95 C FROSTED MATT - Extra matt polyester thread, 96% polyester / 4% ceramic FROSTED MATT No x2 extra matt m 60 C, fast to chlorine - LUNA No Special effect thread, 100% polyester LUNA No x m - 60 C Fire Fighter - Flame resistant embroidery thread, 100% aramid Fire Fighter No x g - 95 C, fast to chlorine Fire Fighter bobbin thread, 100% aramid Bobbin thread 120x2 white 5000 m 95 C, fast to chlorine - Bobbin threads, 100% polyester BURMILON No.200 BURMILON No.120/2 ROYAL Prewound MAGNA-GLIDE Prewound MAGNA-GLIDE Prewound No.200 No.120/2 No.120/2 No.120/2 No.120/2 140x1 70x2 70x2 75x2 75x2 white/black white/black L-style, white/black L-style, white L-style, black m m 144x132 yds 100x123 m 100x118 m

4 MADEIRA industry products at a glance More Embroidery Accessories Please send us: Info MADEIRA embroidery needles Needles for embroidery machines in different thicknesses and points. Boxes of 100 needles. Cone Holder 24 cones Scissors Embroidery scissors in different shapes for all usages Adhesive Spray MSA 1100 Temporary adhesive spray for fixing appliqués or cut pieces. Cans of 500ml / 350g. Colour assortment boxes CLASSIC, POLYNEON No. 40, FROSTED MATT 40, BURMILANA 12. One spool of each single colour Color Definition Package Software for creating embroidery images from own designs, selecting colours from the inbuilt Madeira CLASSIC, POLYNEON and BURMILANA shade cards, then printing or ing designs shown on a background fabric image Starter Pack CLASSIC 40 POLYNEON m cones Starter Kit CLASSIC 40 POLYNEON m spools

5 Overview of the MADEIRA Backing Fabric Programme Product Weight E-ZEE CMX Colour Make-Up Please send: Spulen Konen Sample / Info E-ZEE CMX 80% Cellulose / 20% Polyester 35g White Rolls of 200 m x 90 cm E-ZEE CMX 80% Cellulose / 20% Polyester 35g Black Rolls of 200 m x 90 cm E-ZEE CMX 40% Cellulose / 60% Polyester Cut 40g White Rolls of 100 m x 90 cm E-ZEE CMX 40% Cellulose / 60% Polyester Cut 40g Black Rolls of 100 m x 90 cm E-ZEE CMX 80% Cellulose / 20% Polyester 50g White Rolls of 200 m x 90 cm E-ZEE CMX 80% Cellulose / 20% Polyester 50g Black Rolls of 200 m x 90 cm E-ZEE CMX 70% Cellulose / 30% Viscose 75g White Rolls of 100 m x 90 cm E-ZEE CMX 70% Cellulose / 30% Viscose 75g Black Rolls of 100 m x 90 cm E-ZEE CMX 40% Cellulose / 60% Polyester Cut 80g White Rolls of 100 m x 90 cm E-ZEE CMX 40% Cellulose / 60% Polyester Cut 80g Black Rolls of 100 m x 90 cm E-ZEE SMX E-ZEE SMX 40% Polyester / 35% PVA / 25% Viscose 35g White Rolls of 200 m x 90 cm E-ZEE SMX 40% Polyester / 35% PVA / 25% Viscose 42g White Rolls of 200 m x 90 cm E-ZEE SMX 40% Polyester / 35% PVA / 25% Viscose 50g White Rolls of 200 m x 90 cm E-ZEE SMX 40% Polyester / 35% PVA / 25% Viscose 80g White Rolls of 100 m x 90 cm E-ZEE WEB E-ZEE WEB 100% Polypropylene 50g White Cut pieces of 23 cm x 23 cm E-ZEE WEB 100% Polypropylene 50g Black Cut pieces of 23 cm x 23 cm E-ZEE WEB 100% Polypropylene 50g White Cut pieces of 38 cm x 38 cm E-ZEE WEB 100% Polypropylene 50g Black Cut pieces of 38 cm x 38 cm E-ZEE WEB 100% Polypropylene 50g White Rolls of 200 m x 90 cm E-ZEE WEB 100% Polypropylene 50g Black Rolls of 200 m x 90 cm E-ZEE PES E-ZEE PES 100% Polyester soft 40g White Rolls of 200 m x 90 cm E-ZEE PES 100% Polyester soft 80g White Rolls of 100 m x 90 cm E-ZEE PES 100% Polyester soft 80g Black Rolls of 100 m x 90 cm E-ZEE PES 100% Polyester hard 80g White Rolls of 100 m x 90 cm

6 Overview of the MADEIRA Backing Fabric Programme Product Weight E-ZEE Cotton Soft Colour Make-Up Please send: Spulen Konen Sample / Info E-ZEE Cotton Soft 100% Cotton 50g White Rolls of 200 m x 90 cm E-ZEE Cotton Soft 100% Cotton 50g Black Rolls of 200 m x 90 cm E-ZEE Cotton Soft 100% Cotton, fusible 50g White Rolls of 200 m x 90 cm E-ZEE Cotton Soft 100% Cotton, fusible 50g Black Rolls of 200 m x 90 cm E-ZEE Cotton Soft 100% Cotton 60g White Rolls of 200 m x 90 cm E-ZEE Cotton Soft 100% Cotton 60g Black Rolls of 200 m x 90 cm E-ZEE Cotton Soft 100% Cotton 80g White Rolls of 100 m x 90 cm E-ZEE Cotton Soft 100% Cotton 80g Black Rolls of 100 m x 90 cm E-ZEE Cotton Soft 100% Cotton, Sixpack 50g White Rolls of 6 x 50 m x 30 cm E-ZEE Cotton Soft 100% Cotton, Sixpack 50g Black Rolls of 6 x 50 m x 30 cm E-ZEE Stick On 100% Viscose 50g White Rolls of 100 m x 75 cm E-ZEE Stick On 100% Viscose 50g White Rolls of 50 m x 75 cm E-ZEE Comfort-Wear E-ZEE Comfort-Wear 100% Polyester 51g White Rolls of 100 m x 50 cm E-ZEE Comfort-Wear 100% Polyester 51g Black Rolls of 100 m x 50 cm Film AVALON AVALON Plus AVALON STRONG AVALON ULTRA Water soluble film to use on knitwear, thickpile fleece, terry towelling etc. Rolls of 100 m x 100 cm Rolls of 100 m x 50 cm Rolls of 100 m x 20 cm Water soluble fabric with a textile / non-woven structure Rolls of 100 m x 100 cm Rolls of 100 m x 50 cm Water soluble film in a thicker version Rolls of 100 m x 100 cm Rolls of 100 m x 50 cm Water soluble film, i.e. for lace embroideries Rolls of 50 m x 50 cm Rolls of 50 m x 100 cm MadeirAS 100 Micron MadeirAS 30 Micron Heat soluble film for embroidery solutions Rolls of 100 m x 100 cm Rolls of 100 m x 50 cm Heat soluble film for embroidery solutions Rolls of 200 m x 100 cm Bodybuilder 3-D foam material (3 mm) / white and black Cut pieces of 30 cm x 40 cm

7 MADEIRA viscose/rayon embroidery thread Perfect production every time, everywhere For embroidery with a natural high sheen and silk effect. The classic of all embroidery threads, in four different thicknesses. Available worldwide from Madeira. Shade card dtex 135 x 2 dtex 200 x 2 No.30 No.60 den 120 x 2 den 180 x 2 dtex 84 x 2 den 75 x 2 Art. No x 5000 m Art. No x 1000 m 100% Viscose 356 single colours 34 ombré colours 13 multicolors 10 astro-color Art. No x 3000 m Art. No x 25 g 100 % Viscose 180 colours Art. No x 1500 m 100 % Viscose 65 colours No.12 Art. No x 2000 m 100 % Viscose 45 colours dtex 330 x 2 den 300 x 2 CLASSIC No.12 is ideal for overlocking, festoon work and decorative stitching. Normal Washing: Embroidered articles are best washed at 60ºC/140ºF with a mild detergent. Never leave damp embroidered items folded or pressed together. This is particularly important for items washed for the first time. Do not tumble dry unless the item has been thoroughly rinsed. Never wring out an embroidered item. Iron embroidered articles on the reverse side between two cloths. Use a steam iron rather than spraying the embroidery or ironing over a damp cloth. Special Considerations: If dye is released into the water, continue to rinse the item until the water runs clear. Remove any stains only with solvents that do not contain bleach or dye remover. Wash embroidered items immediately after using any stain remover. Environmental protection laws occasionally necessitate the changes in dyes and dying processes. For these reasons, and despite maximum efforts, there is a possibility of minimal color differences. Under current German production legislation, Madeira's products are guaranteed free of harmful substances. High Temperature Wash: Due to their superior quality and color fastness, Madeira's viscose/rayon threads CAN be washed up to 95ºC/203º with a mild detergent. Detergents containing bleaching agent, peroxide or optical brighteners should not be used as these could cause discoloration. Storage: Embroidery threads are best stored away from excessive high or low temperatures, direct heat, humidity and direct sunlight. Recommended Needle Sizes: The following recommendations are guidelines for Madeira machine embroidery needles. It is necessary to consider the type and thickness of fabric in addition to the thread before selecting the needle point and size. CLASSIC No / #9 70 / #10 75 / #11 CLASSIC No / #11 CLASSIC No / #9 CLASSIC No / #16 Order Quantity: 1 Box = 100 needles

8 How to Embroider fine details and small lettering Madeira's fine viscose/rayon CLASSIC No.60, POLYNEON No.60 and FS No.50 provide the opportunity to create the best small lettering and fine detailed embroidery. 1. The design should be digitised specifically for a 60s thickness thread, whether for a part or whole of the design. Always advise your digitiser if you will be using a fine 60 (50) thread for a part or entire design. The design should then be digitised accordingly. 2. The correct NEEDLE for 60s thickness embroidery thread is a size 65 #9. 3. If you are embroidering lots of small lettering and fine details, we recommend to change the needle size to a # If you are embroidering Piqué Shirts etc. it's a good idea to step stitch a base in a tone on tone thread to improve the quality of the fine designs. 5. The absolute minimum size lettering using standard 40 thickness thread is 6-7mm. With 60s thickness, this can be reduced to 3mm, without losing design clarity. 6. The colours available in 60s thickness are marked with BLUE DOTS on the Madeira CLASSIC and POLYNEON shadecards. Madeira also offers the metallic thread FS no. 50 which is also suitable for very fine lettering and details. PolyNeon 60 on loose knit fabric (see point 4 above) PolyNeon 60 on fine twill fabric Madeira CLASSIC 40 (702 Stitches) Madeira CLASSIC 60 (723 Stitches)

9 Facts Advantages + benefits = extra added value When embroidering large areas of a design, it is recommended to work with the thicker thread, CLASSIC no. 30. Its voluminous characteristics reduce stitches and embroidery times. Examples: No.30 Illustration 1 Illustration 2 The design in illustration 1 has been embroidered with thread count no. 40. Total stitches: The yellow area of the design in illustration 2 has been punched for thread count no. 30. Total stitch count in the embroidery is (around 20% fewer stitches!). Production time saved on each design is 1,5 minutes, calculated on the basis of a machine speed of 900 stitches/min. Due to its higher coverage, the count no. 30 allows stitches to be saved. CLASSIC no. 30 is available in 180 single colours: these are marked with a red dot on the MADEIRA CLASSIC shade card. CLASSIC no. 30 can easily be embroidered using the standard needle size #75. We would be delighted to send you samples of CLASSIC no. 30 on request.

10 MADEIRA polyester embroidery thread Perfect production every time, everywhere POLYNEON POLYNEON is resistant to chlorine and bleach so is therefore the perfect embroidery thread for stone wash items and frequent or heavy duty wash fabrics such as jeans, sportswear, children's wear, workwear, hotel and catering items. Polyneon is also ideal for badges and for embroidery on all different types of fabrics. Shade card POLYNEON dtex 135 x 2 den 120 x 2 Art. No x 5000 m Art. No x 1000 m 100 % Polyester 325 single colours 10 multi colours 24 fluorescent colours POLYNEON dtex 84 x 2 No.60 den 75 x 2 Art. No x 1500 m 100 % Polyester 100 single colours POLYNEON No. 40 is a standard thickness for embroidery and has 359 colours in the range. POLYNEON No. 60 is the finest embroidery thread of all and has 100 popular colours in the range. Polyneon 60 provides clear monogramming, filigree work, intricate details, and fine lettering. Needle Recommendations: POLYNEON No. 40: No. 65/#9-75/#11 FFG/SES POLYNEON No. 60: No. 65/#9 FFG/SES Recommendations for Chlorine Treatment: Active Chlorine: max. 20g CL / litre Temperature: max. 30 C Treatment time: max. 30 min. Order Quantity: 1 Box = 100 needles

11 MADEIRA metallic embroidery threads FS No. 30 FS No. 50, 45, 40, 35, 20 and 15 max. 20g CL/l - max. 30 C - max. 30 min. Peroxide: max. 10ml/L H 2 O 2 35% - max. 50 C - max. 20 min. Genuine metallic shine or metallic effects for selected clothes, bags, shoes, logos, badges and much more. In addition to classic golden or silver threads, MADEIRA offers the world s widest colour palette, count and texture range - which is perfect for all fashion trends. Highlights are ultra fine metallic thread, thick and textured appearances, metallic thread resistant to chlorine, two tone, antique-style, multicolours, metallic fashion colours and with metallic effects from subtle matt, fine and classic colours and right through to rich glitter. Art. No x 1000 m Art. No x 5000 m 160 dtex 140 den No % metallised Polyester 45% Polyamide 8 Single colours Art. No x 5000 m 230 dtex 210 den No % metallised Polyester 75% Polyester 23 colours No. 40 Art. No x 1000 m Art. No x 5000 m 240 dtex 220 den 40% metallised Polyester 35% Polyamide, 25% Cellulose Astro Colours: 45% Viscose / 55% met. Polyester 19 Single colours 5 Astro colours No.35 Art. No x 5000 m 260 dtex 230 den 40% metallised Polyester 60% Polyamide 21 colours No.30 Art. No x 5000 m 320 dtex 290 den 50% metallised Polyester 50% Polyester 14 colours Art. No x 20 g Art. No x 100 g No dtex 320 den 20% metallised Polyester 80% Viscose 32 colours No.15 Art. No x 20 g Art. No x 100 g 660 dtex 590 den 35% metallised Polyester 65% Polyester 20 colours Special Considerations: For embroideries onto leather with the metallic embroidery threads FS No. 35, 40, 50 and 30, please take into consideration that only certain colours of these articles are resistant to the oxidation caused by tannic acid and aggressive chemicals. FS No. 45, 20 and 15 are resistant to the oxidation. Please contact MADEIRA for more information. Usage: For optimum embroidery production, we recommend MADEIRA needles which are crafted for use with our threads. If a different needle system is used, please select a larger size than shown on the list. Needle recommendation: FS No.50 65/#9-75/#11 FS No.45 90/#14 FS 65/#9-75/#11 FS No.35 90/#14 FS No.30 90/#14 FS No /#16 FS No /#16 Order quantity: 1 Box = 100 needles

12 Produkte MADEIRA metallic sewing threads FS No. 12 and 8 FS No. 15 and 10 max. 20g CL/l - max. 30 C - max. 30 min. Peroxide: max. 10ml/L H 2 O 2 35% - max. 50 C - max. 20 min. Metallic look and sensational appearance - 4 metallic effect threads specially designed for use on sewing and special machines. These threads of 3 or 5 ply, show an extreme tensile strength and offer a completely new look. The stylish colours range from bright white diamond to mysterious graphite. Art. No x 20 g Art. No x 100 g No dtex 590 den 35% metallised Polyester 65% Polyester 20 colours Art. No x 1200 m 830 dtex 750 den No % metallised Polyester 50% Polyester 7 colours No. 10 Art. No x 20 g Art. No x 100 g 1050 dtex 950 den 35% metallised Polyester 65% Polyester 10 colours No.8 Art. No x 800 m 1400 dtex 1250 den 50% metallised Polyester 50% Polyester 7 colours Special Considerations: For works onto leather with the metallic sewing threads FS No. 8 and 12, please take into consideration that only certain colours of these articles are resistant to the oxidation caused by tannic acid and aggressive chemicals. FS No. 10 and 15 are resistant to the oxidation. Please contact MADEIRA for more information. Needle recommendation: FS No /#16 FS No /#16-110/#18 FS No /#18-130/#22 FS No.8 120/#20-130/#22 Order quantity: 1 Box = 100 needles

13 How to...stitch with metallic threads Don't be afraid of using metallic threads for embroidery and decorative effects. They may be more sophisticated and technical than Viscose or Polyester standard yarns as their construction is naturally more complicated. However they are easy to embroider if you follow these hints: 1. When using metallised threads, embroidery should not be too dense. Embroidery programs should consequently be digitised or changed accordingly. 2. Reduce the embroidery machine speed in order to prevent thread breaks and to achieve an even embroidery. 3. Reduce thread tension - a high tension may cause problems with metallised threads. (Exception: Supertwist no. 12 using this thread it is recommendable to slightly increase the tension) 4. Change the embroidery needles before you start embroidering with metallised threads. Choose a suitable needle with a large eye. If in doubt, it's better to use a bigger needle rather than a small one. MADEIRA offers a special info sheet about this topic. 5. Due to their complex structure, metallic threads may not unwind as softly as standard rayon or polyester embroidery threads. MADEIRA can provide useful hints: The practical cone nets (fig. 1) ensure steady unwinding from the reel. The spool tops (fig. 2+3) provide a larger unwinding diameter for spools. 6. MADEIRA is pleased to support you in implementing your ideas and provides you with colour cards, samples and test programs for different thread counts and material compositions free of charge. Fig.1 Fig.2 Fig.3

14 Here comes the chunky glitter! MADEIRA's unique metallic effect thread with amazingly deep structured colour shades and textures. Glittering reflections, metallic effects... and available in two different thread counts! Whether embroidered solely or in combination with the wool style BURMILANA embroidery thread or the CLASSIC rayon embroidery thread, SUPERTWIST will make your embroidery even more attractive. The colour range extends from bright plain colours to multicolour variations right through to the soft shades of opal colours. Opal and Crystal colours are now suitable for denim wash! SUPERTWIST 12 - optimum characteristics for standard, chain stitch and chenille embroideries in 48 fantastic colours including interesting multicolour variations. SUPERTWIST individual colour shades enable the implementation of brilliant designs and, by means of their amazing surface effects, the creation of selected variations meeting the highest requirements. Make your statement with Madeira Metallic threads. No. 30 Art. No x 1000 m Art. No x 5000 m dtex 180 den 160 multicolor opal crystal multicolor opal 30% metallised Polyester 70% Polyamide 68 Metallic-Colours 16 Multicoulors 16 Opal-Colours 40 Crystal-Colours No.12 Art. No x 1000 m dtex 440 den % metallised Polyester 60% Polyester, 10% Polyamide 48 Colours Special feature for SUPERTWIST No. 12: Contrary to a reduction of the thread tension for the other metallic embroidery threads, it is recommendable to slightly increase the thread tension when embroidering with SUPERTWIST no. 12. Recommended embroidery needles: SUPERTWIST No / #16 Order quantities: 100 embroidery needles (10 x 10 needles)

15 Embroidery thread with a wool appearance Perfect production every time, everywhere Burmilana is a speciality embroidery thread which has the characteristics and appearance of wool, giving a hand-crafted look. It is particularly suitable for stitching onto knitwear and looks beautiful as chenille, loop pile or chain stitch embroideries. For fashion, knitted goods, ethnic, country style or traditional folk costumes, embroidery with Burmilana completes the 'wool on wool' natural effect. Shade card No.1 2 dtex 330 x 2 den 300 x 2 Art. No x 1000 m 50% Wool/50% Acrylic 160 Single Colors 20 Mélangé Colors 20 Mouliné Colors 14 Astro Colors Wool characteristics of Burmilana Special effects with Burmilana Special Considerations: Please ensure the design is specially digitised taking into consideration the additional coverage and reduction in stitch count generated by the thickness and texture of Burmilana. Recommended needle sizes: Burmilana no 12 : 100/#16 (ball point, system FG/SUK) Order Quantity 1 box = 100 needles

16 How to...stitch with BURMILANA The special effect wool mix BURMILANA thread enables you to produce beautiful designs with an almost handstitched appearance. If you have never used Burmilana before, you will be pleasantly surprised by the results! Because it is thicker, and of a different texture to most threads in every day use, there are several points we would like to advise you of, to ensure optimum results when stitching with BURMILANA: 1. DIGITISING BURMILANA is a number 12 thickness thread. Most disks are digitised for a standard No 40 thickness of thread, unless you advise the digitiser otherwise! Therefore, please ensure your disk has been correctly digitised for BURMILANA no NEEDLES Recommended needles are MADEIRA No 100. MADEIRA needles are specially produced for embroidery machines and have an elongated eye. This means thicker threads can pass through this elongated eye easier than through standard needle eyes. Since BURMILANA is often used on knitwear, sweats, etc, our light ballpoint system R-SUK is the ideal needlepoint. 3. CARE BURMILANA is made from beautiful merino wool and acrylic and can be washed up to 45 C, although 30 C is generally sufficient. 4. MACHINE SETTINGS BURMILANA wool' is so much thicker than a standard 40 rayon or polyester thread, therefore machine speeds need to be slightly reduced. And of course tensions should be adjusted to accommodate the difference in thickness and texture. Design with Madeira CLASSIC no. 40 rayon embroidery thread Design with BURMILANA no. 12 'wool mix' heavier weight embroidery thread BURMILANA no. 12 is a valuable addition for your embroidery and decorative stitch designs. The Burmilana range has 214 beautiful shades, including multi and melange colours. Burmilana offers fast and efficient production to create fascinating hand stitched effects from a machine embroidered design. The difference between embroideries using standard 40 thickness thread, like Madeira CLASSIC or POLYNEON and BURMILANA 12, can be seen in the embroidered samples on the right side.

17 Soft to the touch, metallic to the eye brilliant embroidery thread Not everything that looks like metal feels like metal. X.tra brilliant is the new embroidery thread by MADEIRA available in 28 assorted, brilliantly shiny metallic look colours. This innovative thread is resistant to chlorine and therefore perfectly suitable for embroideries on denim. Due to its softness, it ensures maximum wearing comfort even if it is in direct contact with the skin. Thus, the thread opens up a wide range of undreamed design options with regard to underwear, lingerie, children's wear... X.tra embroidery thread is a real high-tech product, runs beautifully on the machine and gives a real quality to the embroidery. No. 30 Art. No x 2500 m 100% polyester 28 single colours dtex 130 x 2 Chlorine: max. 20g/L active chlorine max. 30 C - max. 30 min Peroxide: max. 10ml/L H 2 O 2 35% max. 50 C - max. 20 min Recommended embroidery needles: X.tra No / #12 90 / #14 Order quantities: 100 embroidery needles (10 x 10 needles) Special features: The thread is defined with regard to punching technology as count no. 30. Due to the silky construction of the thread, the most brilliant sheen can be achieved using satin stitches. The longer the stitch, the more the sheen will be highlighted. When punching, lighten the density for a 30 thread thickness and avoid small stitches. Use needle size 80 / 90. Machine thread tensions are the same as for Classic 40. In some cases they can be slightly loosen, depending on the design and on the fabric.

18 Totally matt! FROSTED MATT FROSTED MATT - the world s first truly matt and light-fast embroidery thread brings a new sensation to the perception of colors and new highs to fastness to light. Due to the unique ceramic core material this embroidery thread reflects the true colors intensively with enormous coloring power. Due to highest possible dyeing methods FROSTED MATT has an unmatched overall rating to fastness to light. Colors remain and don t fade easily, as others do. FROSTED MATT is easy to wash and care for and has high fastness to light. So, it can be used in all sectors. Due to the absence of a shiny effect, the embroideries realised with FROSTED MATT show an unmatched clarity. FROSTED MATT allows even more creativity in the development of embroidery designs, as now it is possible to combine matt and shiny threads, achieving amazing contrasts. FROSTED MATT Art. No dtex x 2 10 x m 96% PES 4% Ceramic 65/#9-75/# colours among them 7 neon Special features: The thread is defined with regard to punching technology as count no. 40. However, due to its unique structure, it might be necessary in certain cases to increase the stitch density for optimum results. Washing instructions: Do not tumble dry unless the item has been thoroughly rinsed. Never leave damp embroidered items folded or pressed together. Storage: high temperatures, direct heat, humidity and sunlight must be avoided when embroidery threads are stored. Remove stains only with solvents that do not contain bleaching or discolouring agents. Wash embroidered items immediately after using any stain remover. Iron on the reverse side or place the item between two cloths.

19 Special effect thread Makes embroideries glow in the dark, as LUNA stores the light, emitting it in the dark. The luminous power of the thread depends on the intensity of the light. A new technology makes LUNA glow in the dark, time after time and much longer than other glow in the dark threads. Thanks to its composition, LUNA is soft and kind to the skin and it can be used as a 40 weight thread. To emphasize single parts of the embroidery: from outdoor, children s wear, Halloween and carnival costumes. Washing resistant. Works with all embroidery designs. LUNA is now suitable for Denim-Wash! Art. No x 500 m 100% Polyester 75/#11-80/# dtex x den x 2 1 colour: off white (glows in the dark greenish)

20 Flame & heat resistant FIRE FIGHTER embroidery thread MADEIRA s new FIRE FIGHTER thread does not catch fire but sparks trends! FIRE FIGHTER No. 40 is a flame and heat resistant embroidery thread which is indispensable to motor sport clothing, workwear and protective clothing. FIRE FIGHTER No. 40 is also used to embroider seat cushions of airplanes and wherever special safety aspects are essential. FIRE FIGHTER No. 40 is made from 100% Aramid, the fibre used for NOMEX. It is normally difficult to dye 100% Aramid efficiently but through our Research & Development, Madeira has succeeded in producing a range of 24 rich and popular colours, which are shown on the following page. MADEIRA s quality ensures good running properties and FIRE FIGHTER complies with ISO standards ISO-6941 / ISO Resulting in confidence and power for the sponsors. FIRE FIGHTER contains NOMEX branded fibres from Du Pont. NOMEX is a registered trade mark of Du Pont FIRE FIGHTER No. 40 dtex 130 x 2 Art. No x 25g ( 950 m) 100% Aramid 24 single colors (see overleaf) Special features: Due to the particular thread texture, the make-up is 25 g ( 950 m) per spool - it would not be possible to wind up 1000 m of this thread onto one spool. Recommended embroidery needles: FIRE FIGHTER No /#11-80/#12 Order quantities: 100 embroidery needles (10 x 10 needles) When using FIRE FIGHTER, don t forget to ensure the bobbin thread is also suitably flame resistant. MADEIRA s special 100% aramid bobbin thread is available on 5000m cones and it is recommended for use with FIRE FIGHTER. FIRE FIGHTER Bobbin Thread Art. No x 5.000m 100% Aramid Color white (N1803)

21 Colours FIRE FIGHTER embroidery thread The numbering system for the colour range for FIRE FIGHTER corresponds to the popular colours of the Polyneon colour cards, with the addition of the letter N in front of the number. Please note carefully, due to the structure of FIRE FIGHTER thread, whilst the colour will be similar, the appearance is fundamentally different. N1845 N1924 N1851 N1624 N1651 N1725 N1965 N1957 N1838 N1859 N1747 N1884 N1784 N1682 N1815 N1803 N1874 N1610 N1977 N1918 N1842 N1640 N1643 N1800 NB Printed colours will appear different to original thread colours.

22 MADEIRA high quality underthreads BURMILON max. 20g Cl/l max. 30 C max. 30 min Perfect Production every time, everywhere A variety of thicknesses and styles, ensuring optimum embroidery production BURMILON No. 200 Art. No m 150 dtex 135 den 100% Polyester White & Black MAGNA GLIDE Prewound bobbins with magnetic core, not papersided Art. 310 about 120 m/spool 75 dtex x 2 68 den x 2 100% Polyester White & Black 100 spools per box BURMILON No. 120/2 Art. No m 80 dtex x 2 72 den x 2 100% Polyester White & Black ROYAL Prewound bobbins papersided Art m/spool 75 dtex x 2 68 den x 2 100% Polyester White & Black 144 spools per box BURMILON 200: An extremely fine underthread which means minimum spool changes are required. Please note, for optimum performance, adjustments to the machine may be necessary! BURMILON 120/2: The absolute classic! The top seller in Madeira's underthread range. ROYAL: No winding from large cones! Pre-wound bobbins are practical, always ready to use and have the same amount of thread on each bobbin, which means all bobbins can be changed at the same time without wastage. MAGNA GLIDE: Like ROYAL, but with magnetic core and not papersided. Guidelines for Underthread use General: For standard length stitches the general rule for underthread requirement is around 3 metres/1000 stitches. Correct thread tension: A perfectly tensioned embroidery with standard length stitches should have around one third of the underthread visible on the stitches underneath!

23 For your embroidery sampling ASSORTMENT BOXES Five reasons why we recommend you select the Madeira Assortment Boxes: 1. There's always the perfect choice and combination of colours for sampling! 2. The colour assortments contain full size 1000m spools. Sampling is therefore adaptable and immediate, even with colours you don't normally hold in stock! 3. Colour matching from an actual spool is even easier than from the shadecard! 4. A spool can be laid directly onto the fabric and the colour match will not be compromised by surrounding colours, as in shadecard matching! 5. Each colour is stored in its own numbered compartment within the drawer unit. Corresponding shade numbers are printed on the top of the unit, in drawer and section order providing a complete overview of all colours within and any to be replaced are easily identified! A practical working tool for every day use, clean and well organised, Madeira Colour Assortment boxes are available for the following Madeira threads: Viscose thread CLASSIC No % Rayon, 356 single colours Art.No. 005CLA40 Polyester thread POLYNEON No % Polyester, 349 colours Art. No. 005POLY Wool embroidery * BURMILANA 50% Wool / 50% Acrylic thread 214 colours (cone of 1000m) Dimension: 68cm x 52cm x 56 cm Extra matt polyester* FROSTED MATT 96% Polyester / 4% Ceramic embroidery thread 161 colours (cone of 2500m) Dimension: 68cm x 52cm x 48,5 cm * The new assortments consist of two stackable cases.

24 Needles for the embroidery industry NEEDLES RG (sharp point) FFG/SES (light ball point) FG/SUK (ball point) PR 600 FG/SUK (ball point) MADEIRA Needles 65/#9 Viscose thread Polyester thread Metallic thread Extra matt polyester thread CLASSIC CLASSIC POLYNEON POLYNEON FS FS FROSTED MATT No.60 No.60 No.50 MADEIRA Needles 70/#10 Viscose thread Polyester thread Metallic thread CLASSIC POLYNEON FS FS No.50 RG MADEIRA Needles 75/#11 Viscose thread Polyester thread Metallic thread Extra matt polyester thread Embroidery Thread (100% Aramid) Special effect thread CLASSIC CLASSIC POLYNEON FS FS FROSTED MATT Fire Fighter LUNA No.30 No.50 FFG/SES FG/SUK MADEIRA Needles 80/#12 Polyester thread Embroidery Thread (100% Aramid) Special effect thread X.TRA Fire Fighter LUNA No.30 MADEIRA Needles 90/#14 MADEIRA Needles 100/#16 Metallic thread Polyester thread Metallic thread Wool thread Metallic thread Viscose thread Metallic thread SUPERTWIST X.TRA FS FS FS BURMILANA SUPERTWIST CLASSIC FS FS No.30 No.30 No.35 No.30 No.45 No.12 No.12 No.12 No.20 No.15 The needle size 75/#11/FFG/SES can be considered as the standard one. Packaging 100 needles: 1 box = 10x10 needles. The Brother PR 600 embroidery machine requires a different needle system. MADEIRA offers the needle sizes 75, 90 and 100, which are suitable for all MADEIRA threads (please see above). Recommended sewing needle size for FS 10, 12, 8 and 15 please see product leaflet FS metallic sewing threads

25 How to Different thread counts different requirements Due to the different thread counts, the stitch density needs to be adjusted while digitising. Also, it might be that on the embroidery machine different needle sizes have to be used. The following overview shows which stitch density and which needle sizes are suitable for which embroidery thread. Only the right combination of both stitch density and needle size will lead to a satisfactory embroidery result. Thread type Satin stitch per cm 2 Density based on 1/10 mm Density base on 1 mm Needle size Classic /9 Polyneon /9 FS No. 50 Frosted Matt or or /9-75/11 FS No Classic /9-75/11 Polyneon /9-75/11 Luna or or /11-80/12 Classic /11 Classic /16 Burmilana / /9-75/11 FS No /9-75/11 Fire Fighter /11-80/12 FS No /14 X.tra /12-90/14 FS No /14 Supertwist /14 FS No /16 Supertwist /16 FS No /16 90/14 All a.m. tips are only to be considered as rough guidelines and may vary depending on the fabric to be used and on the effect to achieve.

26 Cutting edge EMBROIDERY SCISSORS Madeira offers embroidery scissors in different shapes & sizes. Their common links are the high precision cut right up to the point and the use of best materials which fulfills even the highest requirements and ensures lengthy durability. High quality embroidery scissors, 22 carat gold-plated, free from nickel and thus kind to the skin. Curved Embroidery Scissors The curved point allows a precise and safe cut without damaging the fabric. Ideal for removing connecting stitches. Art-No.: 020N9476 (length: 10,5 cm) Double Curved Embroidery Scissors Allow reach to areas not easily accessible, such as the presser foot. The double curve shape holds the fingers away from the fabric. Art-No.: 020N9478 (length: 9 cm) The professional chromium-plated steel embroidery scissors. Curved Precision Embroidery Scissors The particular shape at the top of the scissors ensures trouble free work on the frame. The curved points prevent fabric and embroidery damage. Art-No.: 020N9491 (length: 14 cm) Thumb Grip Snips Indispensable for all fabric work, where precision is a must. Automatic spring-back to the initial position, ergonomic shape. Art-No.: 020N9492 (length: 11 cm) Stork Shaped Embroidery Scissors Attractive embroidery scissors combining a comfortable cut with a modern design. Art-No.: 020N9479 (length: 9,5 cm) Appliqué Scissors Precision scissors for appliqué, trimming and quilt work. The shaped bill prevents fabric or appliqué damage. Art-No.: 020N9493 (length: 15 cm) Straight Embroidery Scissors The standard scissors for all cutting works at the embroidery machine. Art-No.: 020N9477 (length: 10,5 cm)

27 Special water soluble film AVALON Some fabrics and fabric textures, in particular knitwear and heavy loop towelling, are quite difficult to embroider. These fabrics might be stretchy or normal embroidery stitches may disappear into the rib or pile. Thanks to Avalon from Madeira, this can be avoided. Avalon is a water soluble film, which is cut and framed alongside the base fabric. Since it lies between the fabric and the embroidery design, Avalon provides the necessary extra stability for wide rib knitwear and stretchy fabrics. And it means the number of underlay stitches can be reduced. AVALON can be pulled off the embroidery and any residue removed with a steam iron. Picture 1: A typical problem with embroidery onto knitwear/towelling - jagged edges and distorted image. Picture 2: Quality without compromise - Embroidery with AVALON: clear contours and clear detailed image. Picture 3: MADEIRA AVALON hooped with the fabric guarantees high quality embroideries. Picture 1 Picture 2 Picture 3 AVALON AVALON Rolls of 100 m x 100 cm Article No: 035AVA AVALON Rolls of 100 m x 50 cm Article No: 035AVA50 AVALON Rolls of 100 m x 20 cm Article No: 035AVA20 AVALON STRONG AVALON STRONG Rolls of 100 m x 100 cm Article No: 035AVS11 AVALON STRONG Rolls of 100 m x 50 cm Article No: 035AVS51

28 ...for smooth production AVALON Plus New: AVALON Plus In the same 'family' as AVALON, the material AVALON Plus is much thicker and has a textile, woven structure: AVALON Plus is easy to position - it does not slip away! AVALON Plus can be embroidered onto directly, using the correct embroidery programme. Once the fabric is dissolved, only the beautiful stitch effect remains! AVALON Plus can be used as a backing fabric, as a substitute for standard non-wovens. It is hooped under the base fabric and stabilises the embroidery during stitching. The special advantage with this method is that after the first wash of the embroidered article AVALON Plus completely dissolves without a trace, leaving a completely clean back to the embroidery. Very often, if non-woven backing is used, some residue remains, spoiling the appearance and comfort when wearing the garment. See the advantages of AVALON Plus for yourself - We will be pleased to send you a free of charge sample! AVALON Plus AVALON Plus 100cm x 100m roll Art. No. 035PLUS1 AVALON Plus 50cm x 100m roll Art. No. 035PLUS5

29 Heat dissolvable film How many times have you been asked to produce embroidery without residual non-woven fabrics on the reverse? Or painstakingly picked away at non-woven backings to ensure nothing was left behind? Or had such difficult fabric or designs to embroiderer that you have layered up the backing and/or been left with puckering or needle damage? With MadeirAS Film, and Avalon, this could all be a thing of the past... MadeirAS Film is a heat sensitive film made from 100 micron or 30 micron Polyolefin - 100% environmentally friendly and does not contain formaldehyde. MadeirAS film has unique advantages. It is removed completely by heat. Due to its composition, MadeirAS Film is a useful and versatile embroidery aid for everything from fine and stretchy fabrics to standard cotton ones. With MadeirAS film, even problem fabrics can be embroidered without puckering and its use can eliminate the necessity to use adhesive spray. Instructions for use: MadeirAS film is straightforward and simple to use. It can be used for the MadeirAS Technique (see brochure) or as a normal backing or topping fabric. MadeirAS film is removed quickly by heat applied by a heatpress, transfer press or hand held iron at temperatures of 120ºC - 140ºC, for only a few seconds, leaving no residue behind. Make-up 100 micron: 1 Roll 1m x 100m Art. No. 035AS11B 1 Roll 0.5m x 100m Art. No. 035AS51B Make-up 30 micron: 1 Roll 1m x 200m Art. No. 035AS123 Please refer also to the How To leaflets: Application of badges, Removal of the MADEIRAS Film.

30 How to A simple method for embroidering badges Avoid the necessity of cutting out the finished badge! 1. Fix the MadeirAS film in the frame of your embroidery machine. Depending on the structure of your embroidery program, it might be necessary to use several layers of MadeirAS film. To fix the MadeirAS film: If you use one layer the smooth side should be on the top. If you use 2 layers the rough sides should be one on top the other. If you use 3 layers the rough side should be on top of the smooth of layer 2. ill After fixing the layers of film, embroider the outline of the badge with fixing stitches (ill. 1). ill Within the outline, embroider a grid support of running stitches, to stabilise the field for the filling stitches (ill. 2). 4. Embroider the filling stitches (ill. 3). ill Embroider the motif or characters of your badge (ill. 4). 6. Embroider a 2,5-3 mm edging around the outline (see point 2) with satin stitches. The stitches should be as close together as possible. This will perforate the film and the badge can easily be removed (ill. 5). ill If the stitches are not close enough, the badge can not be torn away from the film. Any residue of film can be removed by ironing or hot pressing. ill. 5

31 How to Removal of the -Films Standard iron: 1. First very carefully tear away the excess film from around the embroidery, without putting pressure onto the stitching or fabric. It is then easier to iron away the residue of the MadeirAS film on the embroidery instead of the whole film. 2. Ideal temperature: 140 C (= level 2 = **). 3. Iron the embroidery for 5-10 seconds with circular movements. In this way the MadeirAS film will be melted away by the temperature and rubbed away through the circular movements. 4. Should some residue still remain on the embroidery, the temperature should be slightly increased when ironing the next embroidery. A better result can possibly be achieved ironing at 200 C (= level 3 = ***). In this case, at a temperature of 200 C, 3-5 seconds should be enough to remove the MadeirAS film completely. 5. Heat-tests run with all Madeira threads including polyester thread, have shown no problem when ironing for seconds at a temperature of 140 C, nor when ironing at 200 C for 10 seconds. However, please test that the fabric itself will withstand the temperature. With the heat press: 1. First very carefully tear away the MadeirAS film from the embroidery (only so far as possible). 2. Then leave the embroidery under the heat press for around seconds. NB: Madeira is working successfully with a heat press from INSTA. This type of heat press has only one heat plate on the top (on the market you can also find heat presses with an additional heat plate at the bottom). Madeira uses the machine settings as follows: Temperature: ca. 120 C Pressure = 0 = no pressure 3. The MadeirAS film will be melted away and the remains will be stuck on the heat plate of the heat press. No residue should remain on the embroidery. If it is not the case then it might be that the temperature of the heat press was too low or that the embroidery has not been left under the press for long enough. 4. At the end (but not necessarily every time) the MadeirAS film can be scraped off with a spatula, whilst still warm. 5. Heat tests run with all Madeira threads, including polyester thread, have shown no problem at a temperature of 120 C for 1, 2, 3, 5 and even 10 minutes. However, please test that the fabric itself will withstand the temperature.

32 E-ZEE backing materials To achieve high-quality embroideries, the background fabric should be stabilized with a backing material. The E-ZEE programme from Madeira offers a wide selection of backing materials to fulfil all requirements. These are the advantages of E-ZEE: optimum stabilisation different weights quick and easy to remove very soft excellent price/value for money The E-ZEE range includes cut-away and tear-away backing materials in different compositions and weights. Also, fusible backing materials are available to better stabilise, i.e. stretchy knitwear. The overview of the range: CMX and SMX are high quality and very stable wet-laid backings. The production process of these materials allows a regular alignment and distribution of the fibres. This is why these all-round backings are resistant and soft at the same time. WEB is a soft and resistant cut-away backing material. Due to its particular structure, it can be used also underneath light colored fabrics as it does not show through. WEB is the perfect solution to stabilize knitwear and piqué. The PES cut away backing materials are available in a hard and a soft version. PES hard is especially suitable for embroidery on caps. Well established in the market due to its good value for money and the excellent tear-away characteristics, Cotton Soft is designed to be less stretchy than most classic backings, therefore it will tear easily if stretched too much in a border frame. The huge advantage of Cotton Soft is that any remain will be completely soft after the first washing, as Cotton Soft is of 100% cotton. The self adhesive Stick On is the best solution for fabrics or cuttings, which need to be stabilized but cannot be framed. All is easy with E-ZEE! Don t hesitate, try them now! Samples free of charge are at your disposal. And don t forget that MADEIRA has the patented embroidery technique for backing free embroidery production: the MadeirAS All Soft Embroidery. Please contact us.

33 Overview E-ZEE backing materials Product Weight Colour Material Tearaway Cutaway Make-up Art.-No. CMX CMX CMX CMX CMX CMX CMX CMX CMX CMX 35 g/m 2 35 g/m 2 40 g/m 2 40 g/m 2 50 g/m 2 50 g/m 2 75 g/m 2 75 g/m 2 80 g/m 2 80 g/m 2 white black white black white black white black white black Cellulose & polyester in different percentage depending on the weight 200 m x 90 cm 200 m x 90 cm 100 m x 90 cm 100 m x 90 cm 200 m x 90 cm 200 m x 90 cm 100 m x 90 cm 100 m x 90 cm 100 m x 90 cm 100 m x 90 cm 051CMX3W 051CMX3S 051CMX4W 051CMX4S 051CMX5W 051CMX5S 051CMX7W 051CMX7S 051CMX8W 051CMX8S SMX SMX SMX SMX 35 g/m 2 42 g/m 2 50 g/m 2 80 g/m 2 white white white white 40% polyester, 35% PVA, 25% viscose 200 m x 90 cm 200 m x 90 cm 200 m x 90 cm 100 m x 90 cm 051SMX3W 051SMX4W 051SMX5W 051SMX8W WEB WEB WEB WEB WEB WEB 50 g/m 2 50 g/m 2 50 g/m 2 50 g/m 2 50 g/m 2 50 g/m 2 white black white black white black 100% polypropylene * 23 cm x 23 cm * 23 cm x 23 cm * 38 cm x 38 cm * 38 cm x 38 cm 200 m x 90 cm 200 m x 90 cm 051WB52W 051WB52S 051WB54W 051WB54S 051WB59W 051WB59S PES soft PES soft PES soft PES hard 40 g/m 2 80 g/m 2 80 g/m 2 80 g/m 2 white white black white 100% polyester 200 m x 90 cm 100 m x 90 cm 100 m x 90 cm 100 m x 90 cm 051PS49W 051PS89W 051PS89S 051PH89W Cotton Soft Cotton Soft 50 g/m 2 50 g/m 2 white black 200 m x 90 cm 200 m x 90 cm 051CS59W 051CS59S Cotton Soft fusible 50 g/m 2 white 200 m x 90 cm 051CB59W Cotton Soft fusible 50 g/m 2 black 100% cotton 200 m x 90 cm 051CB59S Cotton Soft Cotton Soft Cotton Soft Cotton Soft 60 g/m 2 60 g/m 2 80 g/m 2 80 g/m 2 white black white black 200 m x 90 cm 200 m x 90 cm 100 m x 90 cm 100 m x 90 cm 051CS69W 051CS69S 051CS89W 051CS89S Cotton Soft Sixpack Cotton Soft Sixpack 50 g/m 2 50 g/m 2 white black 6 x 50 m x 30 cm 6 x 50 m x 30 cm 051CS53W 051CS53S Stick On Stick On 50 g/m 2 50 g/m 2 white white 100% viscose 50 m x 75 cm 100 m x 75 cm 051SV75W 051SV57W * 250 Cut pieces

34 How to Tips on the use of the E-ZEE backing materials The backing materials are used to stabilize the background fabrics and help to improve the look of the embroidery. It is customary to frame fabric and backing as tight as a drum. The decision about which backing is selected is very individual but should depend on the fabric and on the design to be embroidered. For your convenience, Madeira can offer a few helpful tips on the use of backing materials: Black backing materials should be used only to stabilize dark fabrics, otherwise a black backing might show through light coloured or flimsy fabrics. MADEIRA offers backing materials in both black and white. The weight of the backing material should match/fit the quality of the fabric. For fine fabrics lighter backing material should generally be chosen, whilst for heavy fabrics, thicker backing or a couple of layers of a thinner one are both acceptable. A backing which is too heavy can cause unsightly puckering. After embroidering the backing materials can be cut away or torn away from the reverse of the embroidery. The choice of a cut-away or a tear-away backing material depends on the embroidery work to be done (i.e. caps, badges, shirts, etc.) To better stabilize stretchy knitwear it is recommended to use fusible or self adhesive backing material. Using these types eliminates the necessity to frame, therefore frame marks on fabrics will be avoided, so this method is especially useful for velvet or velour. The following overview shows which backing materials from the E-ZEE range are suitable for which fabrics and usages. These tips are only to be considered as rough guidelines: Fabrics to be embroidered Wet-laid backings CMX SMX Standard backings WEB PES Cotton Soft Blouses / shirts Light fabrics (i.e. fine cotton and viscose, etc.) 35 g 35 g 40 g soft Medium fabrics (i.e. cotton) 40 g, 50 g 42 g, 50 g 50 g 50 g Heavy fabrics (i.e. denim) 75 g, 80 g 80 g 80 g soft 60 g, 80 g Polo-shirts / stretchy knitwear (i.e. pullover)* 50 g 80 g soft 50 g (fusible) T-Shirts 35 g, 40g 35 g, 42 g 50 g 40 g soft 50 g Sweatshirts 75 g, 80 g 80 g 50 g 50 g (fusible) Coats / trousers 50 g, 75 g, 80 g 80 g 80 g soft 60 g, 80 g Caps 80 g 80 g 80 g hard Badges 80 g 80 g 80 g soft 80 g * self adhesive Stick On can also be used

35 How to E-ZEE Stick On (Self adhesive backing) Cut a piece of E-ZEE Stick On larger than the frame. Place the entire piece, including the protective paper, into the frame, with the protective paper on top, as in figure one. Before placing the frame on the machine, cut out a small piece of backing from the centre where the stitch plate would be. This should be at least as big as the embroidery design (see figure 2). Fig. 1 Using a fine blade, cut a 2 cm wide border from the protective paper only around the resulting hole, and then pull this off, as in figure 3. The Sticky border can be used several times. Stable base material: On Stick On it is possible to stick several layers of backing material. The garment or the background fabric is then placed on top and embroidered. Open Weave/knitwear/stretch fabric: a) Iron on a piece of fusible backing, larger than the embroidery design, onto the reverse of the fabric and then fix this onto the glue side of the E-ZEE Stick On border in the frame, or b) Place a piece of E-ZEE Stick On onto the open weave fabric, then stick onto the glue side of the E-ZEE Stick On border in the frame (see figures 4 and 5). Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig. 5 Fig. 4 The Madeira E-ZEE collection contains backings and toppings for all your needs please ask for details.

36 E-ZEE Comfort-Wear Comfort-Wear is a fusible, bi-elastic jersey interlining to cover the reverse of embroideries, to protect the skin from potential scratching or irritation. The bi-elasticity and softness of Comfort-Wear provides excellent wearing comfort, allowing maximum freedom of movement. Comfort-Wear is a very light fabric and thus will not show through the clothing. Comfort-Wear is fixed onto the reverse of the embroidery by using a heat press or iron. The adhesive agent of Comfort-Wear will be activated again each time it is ironed and hence will stick much longer than comparable products. E-ZEE Comfort-Wear is available in black and white. Comfort-Wear Material: 100% Polyester Weight: 51g/m 2 Make-Up: Rolls of 50cm x 100m Available in black and white Art. No.: 051CW50W (white) Art. No.: 051CW50S (black) Processing: Due to the spherical adhesive agent the coated side is rougher and therefore clearly visible. Lay the coated side of Comfort-Wear onto the reverse of the embroidery and fix it using a heat press or iron. To protect the embroidery and the fabric/garment, we strongly recommend placing a separate cloth under the main embroidery face. Optimal fixing conditions: Heat press: Temperature: C Pressure: 4-6 bar Duration: approx. 15 sec. Iron: Temperature: 2 points with maximum steam Pressure: as strong as possible Duration: approx. 30 sec. Due to the variety of temperature resistance and finish of different fabrics, it is essential to run tests before starting production. MADEIRA Garnfabrik - Rudolf Schmidt KG - Zinkmattenstr D Freiburg Tel: +49 (0) Fax: +49 (0) service@madeira.de

37 Bulk up with Bodybuilder! MADEIRA s 3-D foam material. The perfect solution to create raised embroideries. How to use it: Pic.1: Pic.2: Pic.3: Pic.4: Pre-embroider help lines to assist placement of the BODYBUILDER cut pieces Lay BODYBUILDER on top. If necessary, for example on caps, use the temporary spray MSA1100 to fix it Embroider the full design Take off the BODYBUILDER material. The excellent perforation of BODYBUILDER ensures easy removal of the remains, even from the letters Pic. 1 Pic. 2 Important information: To fully cover the material, it is necessary to increase the stitch density for the 3D embroidery. After embroidering the help lines (pic. 1), a STOP should be programmed, so that the BODYBUILDER cut piece can be laid. The embroidery program of the BODYBUILDER logo (dst. format) is available free of charge from MADEIRA, for your own embroidery tests! Pic. 3 Available in black and white Thickness: 3 mm Make-up: 10 cut pieces of 30 cm x 40 cm Article number: 035B010W (white) 035B010B (black) Pic. 4

38 Temporary adhesive spray MSA 1100 An essential spray for temporary positioning of appliqués and cut pieces. The advantages: > High Volume contents - 350g per can - more than most 500ml cans > Adhesive action sustained for a whole hour > New: higher strength adhesive > New: light citrus odour > Excellent price & very economical to use Order MSA 1100 Temporary Adhesive Spray today and see the benefits Please Note: Minimum Order Quantity: 1 box of 12 cans Article No: 025MSAN Special prices for high quantities available on request. Due to transport regulations, the spray may be delivered separately from thread orders. Please refer to the two 'how to use MSA 1100' leaflets for recommendations for use and spray distances

39 How to Use MSA 1100 temporary spray adhesive 1. ALWAYS TEST THE FABRIC BEFORE USING MSA 1100, OR ANY TYPE OF SPRAY BEFORE PRODUCTION AND REFER TO OUR 'HOW TO USE ADHESIVE SPRAY MSA SPRAY DISTANCES' LEAFLET FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 2. Shake the can well before use. 3. Where possible, use adhesive sprays in a separate area, away from all machinery. Even though it is unseen by the naked eye, fine mist from adhesive spray could adversely affect machine parts, needles, hoops and table surfaces. If using close to the machine, clean the machine and both sides of the hoops regularly. This helps to prevent a build up especially around the hoop screws. 4. Where possible, spray the appliqué or cut piece and not the base material. 5. Spray from the recommended distance, around 20cm, in short bursts. 6. Wipe away any excess immediately with spirit cleaner! 7. If any stains remain, do not attempt to wash or dry clean, as this will 'fix' the stains in place. Should this occur, please contact Madeira and/or your fabric supplier for advice! 8. Again - always test ALL fabrics for suitability! Nowadays there are many different types of materials, with a variety of finishes and some extremely delicate fabrics. Even if the spray is used correctly, certain fabrics could react badly and possible staining could occur. The list below shows fabrics most likely to cause trouble: - Silk - Velour - Imitation Leather - Technical Textiles Please pay special attention to testing these fabrics! 9. There is always a certain risk of staining. Due to the fact we have no control over its use, Madeira cannot be held responsible for MSA 1100 causing or resulting in staining, other problems or disputes. 10. Madeira temporary adhesive spray MSA 1100 is used widely worldwide. With the correct testing and application, you should enjoy trouble free production!

40 How to...use adhesive spray MSA 1100 When using adhesive spray, the aim is always to obtain just enough sticking strength in the area concerned to position and hold cut pieces or appliqués in place whilst embroidering. To ensure clean, safe and trouble free use, it is very important to follow the recommendations below for correct spraying distance.* Adhesive substances, solvents and gas are released by spraying. If you are too close to the material the positive pressure of the gas mixture is so strong that the constituents of the can are not properly mixed. As a result, extreme pressure concentrates on the material and the desired effect is not obtained. (Figs. 1 and 2) The adhesive constituents should lightly lie on the cloth and then evaporate. Therefore it is very important to keep the spraying distance according to the recommendation. Usually the appliqué should be sprayed, not the base fabric. As the spray can be used for all types of fabrics, this is not a problem. But bear in mind if a very fine cloth is sprayed from too short a distance it may become completely soaked. Sprayed at the correct distance however, the gas mixture spreads with a considerably lower pressure and fulfils two tasks: it transports the adhesive agents, and at the same time reduces the liquid released to fine particles of spray. (Fig. 3) Fig. 1. Too close for spraying, high pressure and fabric becomes wet Fig. 2. Again too close, constituents not mixed A temporary adhesion, is only required on the surface of the cloth. This effect can be obtained with the correct spraying distance of approx 20 cm (8 inches). Fig. 3. Ideal spraying distance, lower pressure gives perfect mix of constituents

41 The Madeira Color Definition Package (CDP) version 2, opens up a wealth of design opportunities, at very low cost. All you need is a PC with Windows 95 or above to load the CDP, then you can: - Create an image of a worked embroidery in true Madeira colour combinations on your own original fabric - Select colours from electronic shadecards for Madeira CLASSIC viscose rayon including multicolors and ombré, PolyNeon polyester and Burmilana wool mix thread - Quickly calculate thread requirements and costings without having to digitise - Print, or send the design by - anywhere in the world It's easy and straightforward to use, even with only a basic knowledge of embroidery Working with Graphic Designs: - Inside the CDP is a bank of graphic designs that can be utilised - Your own graphics or images can be scanned in, imported and read in all main formats - jpg, tif, bmp, etc - The image can be made to simulate real embroidery in Satin and/or various Step Stitches - Your own background fabric can be scanned in or you can select from the background fabrics in the system, then the embroidery viewed in a true setting - The designs can be presented in frames of different shapes and sizes - All colours as listed above from the Madeira shadecards, are available for selection in your design - The first exercise for thread requirements and costs can be quickly and accurately calculated - The design can be printed out and/or forwarded by in jpg format Abb. 1 Abb. 2 Abb. 3 Picture 1: The original graphic will be coloured with actual Madeira colours and each section filled with simulated embroidery stitches Picture 2: Worked sections showing features and outlines of the sample can be transformed into stitch simulations Picture 3: The finished design on either a system or scanned in background fabric

42 Working with Stitch Data: - All main formats of embroidery on discs can be read, the format changed and re-written within the CDP - After the embroidery stitches are simulated the colour numbers, number of stitches and quantity of thread are presented in sequence in a chart, which can be printed out - The sample design in actual Madeira colours can be incorporated with scanned background fabric on the screen - The finished article can be forwarded by in jpg format to your customer/supplier - A detailed cost calculation can be printed. Also possible is a comprehensive cost analysis. Through this you will see that high quality Madeira threads are actually better value compared to lower cost threads when downtime, thread breaks or damaged/inferior quality embroidery are taken into consideration, as the thread itself represents such a small part of the full embroidery cost! - The Madeira CDP2 contains more than 500 popular embroidery designs for use, sorted into themes for ease of identification The Madeira Color Definition Package 2 is an ideal working tool for everyone who works with, sells or designs embroidery. Comprehensive Production Cost Analysis Electronic Shadecard for BURMILANA wool mix thread

43 How to Estimate stitch counts for different base fabrics Color Definition Package 2 - Hints for Stitch Count calculation: The Madeira Color Definition Package (CDP) can be used to calculate the estimated stitch count of an embroidered sample. All embroidery is unique but there are standard definitions which enable a reasonably accurate calculation to be achieved. However, since the CDP is clearly not a digitising system, it cannot take into consideration the varying number of underlay stitches required, as this varies from fabric to fabric. We have therefore provided the following guidelines for stitching onto different fabrics with Satin and Filling Stitches. A percentage is shown, which should be added to the stitch count provided in the CDP and will ensure a closer estimation: With Satin Stitch: Standard base fabric: no underlay stitching, around 45 stitches/cm, 2.5mm Satin Stitch width. Piqué: 2 x central and 2 x zigzag underlay stitching, around 70 stitches/cm. Add around 50% to stitch count given in CDP. Denim: 2 x central underlay stitching, around 50 stitches/cm. Add around 20% to stitch count given in CDP. Knitwear: 1 x central and 1 x zigzag underlay stitching, around 60 stitches/cm. Add around 30% to stitch count given in CDP. Scale of Designs: 1:4-1:5

44 How to Estimate stitch counts for different base fabrics With Filling Stitches (Step Satin, Step 1/1, Sine Wave, Half Wave, Random Step) Standard fabric: No underlay stitching, around 135 stitches/cm 2. Piqué: 1 x outline stitching around design and narrow net as underlay stitching, around 190 stitches/cm 2. Add around 50% to stitch count given in CDP. Denim: 1 x outline around design, around 140 stitches/cm 2. Add around 20% to stitch count given in CDP. Knitwear: 1 x outline around design and wide net as underlay stitching, around 170 stitches/cm 2. Add around 30% to stitch count given in CDP. Scale of Designs: 1:4-1:5

45 ACCESSORIES Cone holder The wooden cone holder has space for 24 cones. The ideal design and size allows additional holders to be stacked either vertically or horizontally for optimum space utilisation. Cone net Cone stockings or nets prevent thread falling down the cone either on the machine or in storage. Furthermore they reduce stati charging. Madeira cone nets are available, on request, free of charge. Combination spool and cone stands Using Madeira combi spool/cone stands, you can easily change from spools to cones as the combi stand fits all.

46 Support from the very beginning ACCESSORIES Starting up in the embroidery business is intensive and complicated enough. To take away the headaches of where to source consumables after your new machine is delivered, Madeira has compiled Starter Packs and Starter Kits. These comprise of spools or cones in the most popular colours of thread, needles, underthreads and shadecards. In fact, everything an embroiderer needs at the outset and at an attractive and economical price. Madeira is a highly experienced and specialist embroidery thread supplier, established for nearly ninety years. With Madeira products, you'll have the advantage of reaching a high standard from the very beginning. Madeira STARTER KIT CLASSIC Starter Kit (100% Viscose thread) 2 x 23 x 1000m spools of single colours in CLASSIC 40, 2 x 1000m spools ombre & multicolour, Prewound underthread bobbins, Needles, Information leaflets. POLYNEON Starter Kit (100% Polyester thread) 2 x 23 x 1000m spools of single colours in POLYNEON 40, 2 x 1000m fluorescent colours, Prewound underthread bobbins, Needles, Information leaflets. The spool Starter Kits are supplied in a handy transparent and portable box. Madeira STARTER PACK CLASSIC Starter Pack (100% Viscose thread) 17 x 5000m cones in the most popular colours in CLASSIC 40, 2 x 1000m spools FS40 Metallic thread in Gold, 1 x 10000m cone Burmilon 120/2 underthread, Shadecard, Information Leaflets. POLYNEON Starter Pack (100% Polyester thread) 17 x 5000m cones in the most popular colours of PolyNeon, 2 x 1000m spools FS 40 Metallic thread in Gold, 1 x 10000m Cone Burmilon 120/2 underthread, Shadecard, Information Leaflets. These Cone Starter Packs are supplied with a practical wooden, self standing cone stand which can also be fixed to a wall. Madeira Viscose embroidery threads have a beautiful natural sheen, are the most versatile and flexible on a machine and the most popular threads worldwide. Madeira CLASSIC Viscose can be washed at temperatures up to 95 C. Madeira Polyester embroidery threads are extremely robust and bleach and chlorine resistant. They are recommended for embroidery onto denim to be stone washed, swimwear, chef's whites and any items to be subjected to harsh industrial washing.

47 The machine neutral automatic frame system for the automated badge production AFS is an optional special frame system to be installed on your embroidery machine. Within this frame the embroidery is realised on endless and disposable Pre-Frames (E-ZEE PreFrames). Badges and name patches are automated embroidered in these PreFrames onto a surface of 12 x 12 cm of a special film. Manual cutting can be avoided as the finished embroidery series will be simply popped out of the special foil and no further reworking will be necessary. Weak points of conventional methods: The cutting of finished embroideries by laser is still not accurate enough So called Merrow edging realised in a separate work step are timeconsuming and therefore not ideal The demand for embroidered badges, emblems, name patches and logos is still growing. In the embroidery industry the production of such embroideries is a special field of activity. Only a more flexible and efficient production can satisfy the increased demand. Everybody who wants to open up this area should use a higher grade of automation. AFS is the perfect and easiest option for high-quality emblems! Advantages: Time saving in the production Due to the automation the machine staff can attend to other tasks Several applications no limitations regarding design, format and extraordinary embroidery edging Additional creativity by mixing the threads Flexible production of the quantities required: 13 or 27 pieces are possible Embroideries can be produced in advance and completed in a second step with individual names etc. AFS is suitable for single-head as well as smaller multi-head embroidery machines (up to 8 heads) and for arm and bridge type machines. All machines need the same AFS Hardware. Only the mounting bars vary according to the respective machine type....and all other major machine brands!