Knit Fabrics Hooping Guide

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1 Knit Fabrics Hooping Guide For all of the following fabrics you will 70/10 Ball Point needles. Basic Polo Shirts - Use 2 layers of No Show backing & 1 layer of crisp tearaway backing-topping on the top Sweatshirts, Sweatpants & Fleece 2 layers of 2 oz Cutaway Backing or 1 layer of Cutaway backing & 1 layer of Crisp Tearaway backing-topping on the top All Items below - use 2 layers of No Show backing & 1 layer of Crisp Tearway backing - topping on the top. Polo Shirts Wicking Fabrics Performance Fabrics Sweatshirts T-Shirts Tank Tops Mesh Shirts Mesh Shorts Ladies Yoga Pants Performance wear Knit Jackets Performance wear Knit Pants Joyce Jagger, The Embroidery Coach TheEmbroideryCoach.com

2 Woven Fabrics Hooping Guide For all of the following fabrics you will 70/10 Sharp needles. Basic Dress Shirts - Use 2 layers of 1.5 oz crisp tearaway backingtopping on the top Topping to keep dirt & Oil from dripping. Topping protects fabric Denim Shirts Ladies Cotton Shirts - 2 layers of 1.5 oz Crisp Tearaway backing. If fabric wants to pucker-use 1 layer of 3 oz. Crisp Tearaway All Items below - use 2 layers of 1.5 oz Crisp Tearway backing Brief Bags Cinch Bags Tote Bags Woven Performance Fabrics Woven Camp Shirts Work Shirts Woven Jackets Carhart Jackets Aprons Caps-Use 1 layer of crisp 3 oz. cap backing. You may need to change to 75/11 needle, but try the 70/10 needle first! Joyce Jagger, The Embroidery Coach TheEmbroideryCoach.com

3 Prof. T.H. Read Prof. T.H. Read Prof. T.H. Read Prof. T.H. Read Prof. T.H. Read Professor T.H. Read s Lessons in Carefree Embroidery Density Settings for Various Threads madeirausa.com Shipping from more locations nationwide than any other embroidery supplier! Embroidery Thread and Supplies

4 Prof. T.H. Read Prof. T.H. Read Prof. T.H. Read Prof. T.H. Read Prof. T.H. Read Professor T.H. Read s Lessons in Carefree Embroidery How to Use an Upper Thread Tension Gauge Take the guess work out of setting thread tensions. Using thread tension gauges makes it easy to adjust both bobbin and upper tensions. It s quick, easy and will help you eliminate unsightly bobbin thread showing on top, looping top stitches and thread breaks. Your embroidery will look its best with consistent, balanced thread tensions. Here s how to use a bobbin tension gauge to take the tension out of setting tensions! Instructions for Use: 1. Pull approximately 6 inches of thread through the needle and presser foot. 2. Wrap the thread around the gauge hook (sometimes it s necessary to wrap it severaltimes so it won t slip). 3. Steadily pull the gauge towards you with the window of the barrel facing up. 4. As you pull, take note of the reading. These represent tension readings in grams. Polyester threads require higher tensions than Rayon: Classic Rayon #40 Polyneon #40 Classic Rayon & Polyneon #60 Polyneon # grams grams grams grams 5. Adjust your machine main tension knob until you get the desired reading. Final Testing: Once you have adjusted your thread tensions, it s always a good idea to run tests. You are welcome to download and run Madeira s free tension test design. It consists of a 1 inch square with fill stitches and three columns of varying width satin stitches. Go to www. madeirausa.come, under the Services banner, drop down to the Special Thread Designs and scroll down. 1. First run the fill stitch test pattern. 2. If you experience any top stitch looping, slowly tighten the main upper tension knob until this looping goes away (looping can also occur if your bobbin tension is too tight). 3. Proper tensions for satin stitches should reveal 1/3 bobbin and 2/3 top thread color on the underside of the embroidery. Note: Too much bobbin showing on the underside and/or showing on the topside usually means either the bobbin tension is too loose or the top thread tension is too tight madeirausa.com Embroidery Thread and Supplies Shipping from more locations nationwide than any other embroidery supplier! 0408

5 Prof. T.H. Read Prof. T.H. Read Prof. T.H. Read Prof. T.H. Read Prof. T.H. Read Professor T.H. Readʼs Lessons in Carefree Embroidery How to Use a Bobbin Tension Gauge Take the guess work out of setting thread tensions. Using thread tension gauges makes it easy to adjust both bobbin and upper tensions. Itʼs quick, easy and will help you eliminate unsightly bobbin thread showing on top, looping top stitches and thread breaks. Your embroidery will look its best with consistent, balanced thread tensions. Hereʼs how to use a bobbin tension gauge to take the tension out of setting tensions! Instructions for Use: 1. Remove the bobbin case from your machine. Be sure the bobbin thread is out of the pigtail and place your bobbin case with the bobbin in it into the gauge slot. Snap the bobbin case in place. 2. Wrap the bobbin thread around the two pulley wheels and around the plastic hook end on the gauge. 3. Steadily pull the thread and note the reading on the gauge. This represents tension readings in grams. Correct bobbin tensions should be 180 to 220 grams (up to 250 grams when embroidering caps). Please Note: If your gauge is shown in units of 10ʼs, the correct bobbin tensions should be 18 to 22 grams (up to 25 grams when embroidering caps.) 4. Adjust the bobbin case spring tension screw as needed to get the desired reading. Note: The gauge needle should provide a steady reading. If you experience a bouncing, erratic reading it can be due to a dirty or defective bobbin case. Tip: Slide a business card back and forth under the bobbin tension spring to clear any dirt. Final Testing: Once you have adjusted your thread tensions, itʼs always a good idea to run tests. You are welcome to download and run Madeiraʼs free tension test design. It consists of a 1 inch square with fill stitches and three columns of varying width satin stitches. Go to under the Services banner, drop down to Special Thread Designs and scroll down. 1. First run the fill stitch test pattern. 2. If you experience any top stitch looping, slowly tighten the main upper tension knob until this looping goes away (looping can also occur if your bobbin tension is too tight). 3. Proper tensions for satin stitches should reveal 1/3 bobbin and 2/3 top thread color on the underside of the embroidery. Note:Too much bobbin showing on the underside and/or showing on the topside usually means either the bobbin tension is too loose or the top thread tension is too tight Embroidery Threads and Supplies Shipping from more locations nationwide than any other embroidery supplier! 0910

6 TOP THREAD TENSIONING Proper thread tensioning is essential to achieving trouble free, quality embroidery. Most thread breaks are due to poor tensioning. Looping of the top thread or bobbin thread showing on top of your design are other indications of improper tensioning. Use the images to the left as a guide to achieving and maintaining proper tension. Stitching out a simple satin stitch is the best way to see if your tension is correct. Top Tension is Too Loose! 1/3 of the bobbin thread should be seen running down the center with 1/3 of the top thread showing on either side. Set your bobbin tension correctly prior to managing your top tension. A bobbin tension gauge can be most helpful. Bobbin - set between 18 and 22 grams Bobbin for Caps - set up to 25 grams Top Tension is Too Tight! TOWA BOBBIN TENSION GAUGE L STYLE Item # Using a top tension gauge is a great tool to use as a starting point. Rayon set between 100 and 120 grams Polyester set between 120 and 150 grams Just Right! The settings for specialty threads vary for each type and should maintain the 1/3 bobbin thread showing on the bottom side. TAJIMA TOP TENSION GAUGE Item # madeirausa.com