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Embroidery Technique
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STEP-BY-STEP: Appliqué Basics
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Depending on the fabric you use, you may want to iron some type of heat sealant, such as Heat N Bond, onto the backside of the fabric. This makes the fabric easier to deal with and keeps it from fraying.
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This image shows the operator cutting out the letter.
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When you are working with large items like fleece sweat shirts, it is a good idea to hoop the item upside down. Rather than having the small neck opening around the sewing arm, it makes more sense to have the large opening at the bottom of the shirt. Otherwise, the neck could get stretched out
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