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When letters
get taller, the
stitch width
increases.
When stitches
are wider than
about 7mm, the
possibility of
them snagging
and unraveling
increases.

This light-density fill stitched
in light pink was created with
a density setting of about 15
points.The stars on the fabric
show right through this light
stitch layer..

POPULAR PROGRAMMING TIPS
Like all decorative embellishments, monogram styles are cyclical. Current trends include styles
that incorporate appliqué, circle-shaped monograms and letters that are entwined.
Many embroiderers purchase such specialty alphabets online. Certain software programs allow
these alphabets to be mapped so they can be typed in the same manner as fonts native to the
software.
Remember the following when purchasing specialty lettering for monograms:
1.

of it. This technique translates nicely to
the art of monogramming.
Geometric fill-stitch shapes such as diamonds or ovals can be used, or the base
fill can extend just outside the lettering,
matching the shape of the letters. In either
case, the background fill looks most pleasing when stitched in a thread color that
closely matches the color of the material
to which it is being applied.This creates
an embossed effect when used on pile
materials, adding a decorative element.
Beyond aesthetics, the base fill eliminates
the need for a topping while extending the
monogram's beauty on certain products,
such as towels.The loops on a looped terry
towel continue to untwist throughout its
life, eventually creeping up and over the
edges of a monogram.The base fill eliminates this possibility, ensuring the lettering
always will be clear and readable. 

Purchase alphabets from reputable resources endorsed by other embroiderers.

2. Purchase alphabets designed for the letter sizes you will be embroidering.
3. Be willing to modify alphabet characteristics and stitch types where needed to achieve a
monogram that will last a lifetime, or at least for the life of the item to which it is applied.

Deborah Jones is a commercial and home embroiderer with more than 30 years of experience
in the computerized embroidery field. She runs
myembroiderymentor.com and regularly speaks at

This light-density fill oval frames
the split satin monogram, adding a
distinctive embossed element.

the Imprinted Sportswear Shows (ISS). For more
information or to comment on this article, email
Deborah at djones@myembroiderymentor.com.
P.40

I M P R E S S I O N S M A G . C O M OCT./NOV. 2016

Use a split or blended satin
stitch to maintain a liquid
appearance while avoiding
snags that can occur in wide
satin stitches like this large
monogram initial.



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Impressions - October 2016

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Impressions - October 2016

Impressions - October 2016
Contents
First Impressions
From the Show Director
Overheard
First Look
Scene at ISS
On Design
Still Running Strong
The Growing Demand for Digital
On Tap for 2017
Shop Talk
Embroidery Design & Digitizing
Screen Printing Production
Sublimation
Direct-To-Garment
Heat Printing
Ad Index/Online Directory
Classifieds
Impressions - October 2016 - CT1
Impressions - October 2016 - CT2
Impressions - October 2016 - Impressions - October 2016
Impressions - October 2016 - Cover2
Impressions - October 2016 - 1
Impressions - October 2016 - Contents
Impressions - October 2016 - 3
Impressions - October 2016 - 4
Impressions - October 2016 - 5
Impressions - October 2016 - First Impressions
Impressions - October 2016 - 7
Impressions - October 2016 - From the Show Director
Impressions - October 2016 - 9
Impressions - October 2016 - Overheard
Impressions - October 2016 - 11
Impressions - October 2016 - 12
Impressions - October 2016 - 13
Impressions - October 2016 - 14
Impressions - October 2016 - 15
Impressions - October 2016 - First Look
Impressions - October 2016 - 17
Impressions - October 2016 - 18
Impressions - October 2016 - 19
Impressions - October 2016 - 19a
Impressions - October 2016 - 19b
Impressions - October 2016 - Scene at ISS
Impressions - October 2016 - 21
Impressions - October 2016 - On Design
Impressions - October 2016 - 23
Impressions - October 2016 - Still Running Strong
Impressions - October 2016 - 25
Impressions - October 2016 - 26
Impressions - October 2016 - 27
Impressions - October 2016 - The Growing Demand for Digital
Impressions - October 2016 - 29
Impressions - October 2016 - 30
Impressions - October 2016 - 31
Impressions - October 2016 - On Tap for 2017
Impressions - October 2016 - 33
Impressions - October 2016 - 34
Impressions - October 2016 - 35
Impressions - October 2016 - Shop Talk
Impressions - October 2016 - 37
Impressions - October 2016 - Embroidery Design & Digitizing
Impressions - October 2016 - 39
Impressions - October 2016 - 40
Impressions - October 2016 - 41
Impressions - October 2016 - Screen Printing Production
Impressions - October 2016 - 43
Impressions - October 2016 - 44
Impressions - October 2016 - 45
Impressions - October 2016 - Sublimation
Impressions - October 2016 - 47
Impressions - October 2016 - 48
Impressions - October 2016 - 49
Impressions - October 2016 - Direct-To-Garment
Impressions - October 2016 - Heat Printing
Impressions - October 2016 - 52
Impressions - October 2016 - 53
Impressions - October 2016 - 54
Impressions - October 2016 - 55
Impressions - October 2016 - Ad Index/Online Directory
Impressions - October 2016 - Classifieds
Impressions - October 2016 - 58
Impressions - October 2016 - Cover3
Impressions - October 2016 - Cover4
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