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Using Software to Fix Annoying Embroidery Problems

Several annoying commercial embroidery problems can be fixed right from the Sierra Stitch ERA Liberty software. Three most common embroidery issues and the simple adjustments that can save you time, headaches and money! Faced with annoying quality issues in commercial embroidery, one of the first places to go is to your Sierra Stitch ERA Liberty

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Tips for Great Commercial Embroidery on Caps

Understanding the key differences in when producing great commercial embroidery for caps is the key to taking your business to the next level. It may be obvious, but commercial embroidery on caps is different from sewing on shirts, jackets and other garments  Understanding the differences will save you a lot of production headaches. Most machines are

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Commercial Embroidery 911: When Mistakes Happen!

In commercial embroidery, it seems Murphy’s Law is always in effect—if something can go wrong, it probably will! Using these solution to a few of the most common problems, you can keep production (and your business) running smoothly! It’s a simple fact. In commercial embroidery, mistakes will occur occasionally. Problems always seem to happen only at

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Choosing the Right Embroidery Thread Colors

Choosing the right color of embroidery thread can make or break a design, so choose wisely! There are scientific (and not so scientific) ways to select colors that go well in a design. How to choose embroidery thread colors that go well with each other. An important decision in commercial embroidery is choosing appropriate embroidery

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4 Steps to Add Rhinestones to Madeira Polyester Thread Logos!

Give logos some sparkle, by using both Madeira Polyester thread and Brilliant Rhinestones. Four basic steps to make embroidered company logos stylish and refined with rhinestones. Logos are an essential part of your commercial embroidery. With the right features, such as the vibrant colors and durability of Madeira Polyester thread, your embroidered logos can actually

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Hotfix Era and Stitch Era Liberty Software – the Design Era Suite

Sierra’s Design-Era suite of software options for apparel decorators includes great Rhinestone Design software AND Embroidery digitizing software. Whether you’re just doing embroidery, or just adding rhinestone transfers to your business, Hotfix Era and Stitch Era Liberty are important options for you to consider. Hotfix Era Hotfix Era Rhinestone Design Software has really taken the

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Understanding the Different Types of Embroidery Backings and Stabilizers

Understanding The Different Types of Embroidery Backings and Stabilizers Do you know what embroidery backings are?… And what they are used for? You may have heard about them before but haven’t had a chance to find out more… … Lucky for you, because today we will try to understand them better — we’ll be going

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