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Brand New to Machine Embroidery? Start Here

When I first got started with machine embroidery, I had no idea what I was getting myself into! Here on my blog and YouTube Channel, I want to help you easily learn how to get started with machine embroidery so that you can make beautiful things faster and easier!

Here are a list of post and links that will help you learn more about how to start.

#1 Pick a machine that you want to buy

This can be tricky, so I have put together a guide book to help you figure out which is the best machine for you.

#2 Gather your Supplies

I have a whole post all about what supplies I use and where I buy them. Little did I know that when I started that I needed more than the machine and thread. There is a long list of supplies that are really important for you to complete a variety of projects successfully.

#3 Learn about Embroidery Software

Here is a post all about Embrilliance Embroidery Software that I use and recommend. Software is one of the biggest things that you need to purchase on your supply list. This is a huge selection on the web of beautiful embroidery designs. Having software makes it possible for you to open and view those designs on your computer, make edits to them like resizing, and use embroidery fonts to add lettering to designs. When are ready to learn more, digitizing software allows you to create your own embroidery designs.

#4 All About Stabilizers

This post tells you all about different embroidery stabilizers and how to use them. I also have a cheat sheet that tells you what kind of stabilizer you should use for different projects.

#5 Go Shopping for Designs

In this post I go over some of my favorite places to buy embroidery designs and fonts. I also show you that there are several free designs that you can download from my favorite stores for you to use to practice with.

My Favorite Places to buy Embroidery Designs- Applique Alpha with Bow

#6 Learn How to Hoop

This post covers how to hoop a toddler or children’s t-shirt. There are lots of ways you can hoop shirts, but here I go over what works for me. I also show you a trick I use to help keep the extra fabric out of the way while you are stitching.

How to hoop a shirt for machine embroidery on a brother PE770 or PE800

#7 How to Applique

This post covers step-by-step instructions on how to applique. This is one of my favorite styles of embroidery!

How to applique using machine embroidery

#8 Join the Sip & Stitch Squad

Watch my step by step tutorials that I film LIVE on YouTube every other Friday night called Sip & Stitch. Each time is a different project and I post the supply list on the Sip & Stitch homepage so you can join in on the project while I am working. Also, when you tune in live, you can chat with me and ask questions. In my membership club on CF Fans, I have another private Sip & Stitch once a month as well!

Sip n Stitch

#9 Join my Facebook Group

In my Facebook group, Karlie Belle Beginner Machine Embroidery and Silhouette Craft Group, we have a wonderful community of crafters that are so helpful and inspiring. This is a great place to ask questions and post pictures of projects you have made.

#10 Join my CF Fans Membership Club

For even more tools, tutorials, and tips, join my CF Fans page. This is a monthly membership club that includes special perks from me including: a private live Sip & Stitch for fans only, free embroidery designs, exclusive tutorials, behind the scenes look into my craft room, and extra support from me when you need help.

Delia

I enjoy watching and learning from Karlie and her friendly, giving demeanor. She instantly becomes a friend! She helped me...

Delia

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2016-05-03T18:05:39-05:00

Delia

I enjoy watching and learning from Karlie and her friendly, giving demeanor. She instantly becomes a friend! She helped me when I bought my Persona and is always available with a lending hand when asked!

Pat

Karlie is the most amazing Embroidery teacher. Her videos are easy to follow, and I have learnt so much. I...

Pat

Karlie Belle
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2016-05-03T18:07:52-05:00

Pat

Karlie is the most amazing Embroidery teacher. Her videos are easy to follow, and I have learnt so much. I highly recommend her if you want to start learning how to embroider

Carol

Just when I thought I was going to go crazy during Covid, I discovered one of the most helpful blogs on...

Carol

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2016-05-03T18:24:44-05:00

Carol

Just when I thought I was going to go crazy during Covid, I discovered one of the most helpful blogs on the planet. Karlie’s blog enabled me to start a small business. The videos and brightly colored pictures were the best substitute for one on one lessons during a socially distant time when many of us were stranded at home. I had never machine embroidered until I watched her videos and followed her blog and FB. Becoming an accomplished machine embroiderer was my Covid bright spot. Thanks Karlie!!

Kathy

Karlie is the reason why I got back into machine embroidery. I came across one of her sip& stitch tutorials....

Kathy

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2021-04-09T14:06:33-05:00

Kathy

Karlie is the reason why I got back into machine embroidery. I came across one of her sip& stitch tutorials. She is a great teacher and explains things really well. She knows her stuff so if you are interested in getting into embroidery and need a few questions answered Karlie is the one that will help you.
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