stabilizer Archives

Embroider-along Part 1: The Four Basics of Machine Embroidery

December 4, 2018 Sookie Sews

Congratulations on your new embroidery machine! Hi, I’m Sue O’Very, BERNINA Ambassador and machine embroidery expert. Becoming an expert didn’t … More

Embroidery Basics: Tip for Storing Stabilizer Information Sheets

December 1, 2014 Kay Hickman

Here’s a trick for keeping stabilizer information sheets neatly stored right with the stabilizer roll where they will be easy to find every time you need them. … More

Which Stabilizer to Use? FREE Video Tutorial

September 13, 2014 WeAllSew

Tear-away, cut-away, sticky, water-soluble, fusible, stiff, sheer – there are so many different stabilizer types, how does one decide which one to use? … More

Embroidery Basics: 7 Essential Supplies

June 3, 2014 Kay Hickman

If you are just getting started in machine embroidery, check out this “must have” list. You will of course also need an embroidery machine and the hoop(s) that came with it! … More

T-Shirt Appliqué With AquaMesh Plus

November 15, 2012 Erika Mulvenna

I just learned this great trick for making some simple t-shirt applique shapes using OESD’s AquaMesh Plus paper-backed adhesive, water-soluble stabilizer! See how I added some shapes to perk up a plain t-shirt scarf, and get a quick how-to for making your own scarf from upcycled tees. … More

Best Interfacing for Bags and Purses

August 1, 2012 WeAllSew

Have you ever wondered which interfacing to use when stitching up a big bag, a purse, or a little pouch? Sara from Sew Sweetness shares some wisdom about which interfacings work best for which bag applications. … More

Hanging Stabilizer Storage

June 13, 2012 Kaysie Oldani

One of the hardest things for me was figuring out what to do with all my stabilizers. They were rolling all over the place! … More

Perfect Satin Stitch Embroidery

November 14, 2011 Debra Rutledge

Ultra Clean & Tear stabilizer tears away easily, even in the smallest areas, and fibers are left underneath to give continued support of the embroidery stitches. … More

OESD Top Cover Stabilizer

September 11, 2009 Debra Rutledge

Here are some great tips on using a topping stabilizer to get great embroidery results on toweling or looped fabric. … More

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