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TIP Digitize the edge run underlay 0.5 millimeter in from the edge of the embroidered object. Placing the underlay any closer to the edge could cause it to poke out of the top stitching. CAUTION An object must have a width greater than two mm to use this type of underlay. Zig Zag & Double Zig Zag (Underlay) This type of underlay is used to provide loft and hold down fabric such as terry cloth or fleece. To digitize the zig zag underlay we stitch back and forth like a satin stitch, but with much less density. The underlay stitch spacing can be use to make more or less zig zag underlay. The greater the stitch spacing the farther apart the zig zag will be. Grid or Tatami (Underlay) This type of underlay is used most often under large areas of fill, and is used to reduce the push or give of the material. The tatami underlay is equivalent to a very open density fill and is most effective at a 90 degree angle to the top stitching. The underlay will tack down the area to be filled in, and will stabilize the material. Page 9
Stitch Length The length of a stitch will vary depending on the stitch type, but there are a few general rules that are determined by the equipment being used. Most equipment today will have a maximum stitch length of 12mm. To travel longer distances, the use of a jump stitch or needle up would be required. This does not mean that a 12mm satin stitch is a good idea. Most stitches should be kept at 6mm or less. Longer stitches are not as stable and are more likely to be snagged. In addition, they will cause wear and tear on your embroidery equipment. It is possible to digitize a satin stitch at 10mm wide but to ensure smooth sewing, the use of jump stitches is necessary. Most digi systems have an automatic setting of 7mm, which is industry standard. This means the 10mm satin stitch actually has a jump in between each stitch which ensures smoother sewing. Minimum stitch length should also be considered. Although your equipment may be able to create stitches that are less than 1mm, the stitch will not form well. The needle and thread need to move far enough away from the last stitch to make a new needle penetration. If the distance is shorter than 1mm, the needle and thread may simply sew into the same hole, causing most of the embroidery to end up behind the material. You will also find that if the stitch is too short, the underlay may poke out of the top stitching. Here are some guidelines to consider concerning stitch length: - Keep all stitches longer than 1mm - Set jump stitch for 7mm - Try to keep all satin stitches no longer than 6-10mm - Use a stitch length of 3-6mm for tatami stitches - Use 2-3mm for underlay stitch length - Use 1.5-2.5mm for run stitches or detail. Page 10
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