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Embroidery step by step
The basic steps for embroidery are as follows.
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1Presser foot attachment Attach the embroidery foot "Q".
For details on attaching the embroidery foot, refer to "Attaching the
embroidery foot" (page 138).
2Checking the needle Use a needle matched to the fabric.
For details on replacing the needle, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page
41).
3Embroidery unit attachment Attach the embroidery unit.
For details on attaching the embroidery unit, refer to "Attaching the
embroidery unit" (page 141).
4Bobbin thread setup
For the bobbin thread, wind embroidery bobbin thread and set it in
place.
For details on setting up the bobbin thread, refer to "Winding/Installing
the Bobbin" (page 22).
5Fabric preparation
Attach a stabilizer material to the fabric, and hoop it in an embroidery
frame.
For details on preparing the fabric, refer to "Preparing the Fabric" (page
144).
6Embroidery frame
attachment
Attach the embroidery frame to the embroidery unit.
For details on attaching the embroidery frame, refer to "Attaching the
Embroidery Frame" (page 148).
7Pattern selection Turn the power on, and select an embroidery pattern.
For details on selecting embroidery patterns, refer to "Selecting
Embroidery Patterns" (page 150).
8Checking the layout Check and adjust the size and position of the embroidery.
For details on adjusting the layout and the size, refer to "Adjusting the
layout and the size" (page 161).
9Embroidery thread setup Set up embroidery thread according to the pattern.
For details on setting up the thread, refer to "Upper Threading" (page 31).