Embroiding for Beginners

Normal sewing thread is not particularly suitable for embroidery because it often makes embroidery look too tight and stiff. This is why there are special embroidery threads:

• Polyester thread: Particularly tear-resistant, shiny. Washable up to 95 °C. Suitable for high embroidery speeds.
• Viscose thread: Softer than polyester thread, but still suitable for textiles subject to heavy wear. High tear resistance.
• Cotton thread: Duller, rougher and not as abrasion-resistant as polyester or viscose thread.
• BOBBINETTE thread: Particularly tear-resistant, perfect as an embroidery bobbin thread.
• Metallic thread: Suitable as bobbin thread and normal sewing thread. When using, the thread lubrication unit should be used and the embroidery speed and the embroidery density of the motif should be reduced.
• Wool thread: It provides a more voluminous appearance. However, only stitch patterns that are specifically intended for this type of thread should be used here.

Like embroidery needles, embroidery threads are also available in different strengths. To make the right choice, you should look carefully at the embroidery design beforehand to see which thread is required or the embroidery file must be adapted to the thread.