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Portable Loyalty

When I first heard the term "Portable Loyalty" I thought that it did not refer to me. I am a loyal client. I buy where I am treated well. That goes for all of my purchases. A good example is the AlphabetXpress available here at AnnTheGran.com . I always check out new font/words programs because...

Posted to The Avid Embroiderer (Weblog) by pat71896 on 08-17-2011
Got Thread??

Without thread, embroidery is just a piece of fabric. . . The thread can make a great design more beautiful or take an excellent design and make it average. When newbies first buy their machines, they usually have no idea what purchases await them. I know that I didn't! You may have read my blog...

Posted to The Avid Embroiderer (Weblog) by pat71896 on 03-18-2011
Re: my pe 770 is eating my thread

A photo of the 'in progress' chewing would assist a little on this one. When you go to respond again, use the 'film strip' icon (middle of the features bar and follow the directions. There is one outstanding thing that you did not mention and that is the needle. Even the best of needles...

Posted to Brother PE-700/PE-700II Users (Forum) by pat71896 on 01-26-2011
Threads of Embroidery

I have used thinner threads for certain types of embroidery. For instance, some monograms can be more elegant with a lighter thread. When we buy embroidery thread, we usually get the 40 weight. Thread is sold by the weight. Here is a simplified explanation of that criteria: The size is based on the length...

Posted to The Avid Embroiderer (Weblog) by pat71896 on 08-20-2010
Updates Aplenty

Maybe it is my age, or maybe it is just because things change, but so often, I think of things I could have added to previous blogs. As you are aware, my blogs are all my personal experiences that I share with you. I appreciate it when someone comments and adds their suggestion, knowledge or idea to...

Posted to The Avid Embroiderer (Weblog) by pat71896 on 07-23-2010
Re: Thread nesting

Pattiann is right on! I would do some more things. You do not mention doing a 'discovery' sew. That is when you use the same or similar fabric and test the pattern. That will help a lot in determining your specific issue. I would do your discovery with a lighter stabilizer because having canvas...

Posted to Today's Top Tips (Forum) by pat71896 on 04-12-2010
Re: Issues with PE 700II

I wish I could take my machine to a local dealer however, my husband is in the United States Air Force and we are stationed overseas in Japan :) So I ordered my machine online and had it shipped to me, that's why I was hoping others could help. I think that what was posted under this one will help...

Posted to Brother PE-700/PE-700II Users (Forum) by blevins5733 on 03-12-2010
Re: I feel like such a failure

Don't give up yet!!! You may be best off to just take it to your dealership and have it looked at. In the meantime, believe me when I say a bobbin case can be the problem here. Remove your bobbin case and clean it with a small paint brush or cotton swap. Don't use water, just clean out any dust...

Posted to Brother PE-700/PE-700II Users (Forum) by pat71896 on 07-07-2009
My Anniversary, 5/14/09

Much to my delight, this is my first year anniversary. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! As my gift to you, you can download my Garden Sayings for free, just click this link . These were in my Badgemaster blog , here is a photo of them. The flowers are from Floral Accent Design Pack and are the perfect...

Posted to The Avid Embroiderer (Weblog) by pat71896 on 05-15-2009
Re: Thread!

Hello DecemberJoy! Love your name! Just one caution on that spray, don't spray the needle already loaded. Either spray away from your machine or spray on your fingers and rub on the needle. Silicon is not good for your machine, especially plastic parts which may be damaged from the over spray. I...

Posted to Today's Top Tips (Forum) by pat71896 on 04-14-2009

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