@@CristinCreates I found the FB group. Yay! I will be purchasing the Embrilliance software today through your link. I will definitely need your tutorials as I learn how to navigate through it. Thank you again for your clear instruction & encouragement. Please keep putting videos out. I’ve been using your links to purchase products you recommend. 🤗
I wished everyone that makes these videos would show how to clean up the stabilizers from the back side. You are the one that I could find. That is a big plus for a new person learning embroidery. Thanks, I have bought the design and cant wait to try it and along with the stabilizers you recommended in your link. Thanks a lot!!!
You just made my day Brenda! Thank you! If you haven't already, join the Cristin Creates group on Facebook and share photos of your embroidery projects! facebook.com/groups/cristincreates1
Wow Cristin, what a fantastic video! So many helpful tips especially doing it upside down. I have often struggled with all the shirt bulk when embroidering. Thank you for taking the time to share this.💕
Hi Marianne, they are Floriani thread storage boxes. I got mine from my local machine shop, but I've also found them online. I don't have a link. I just Googled Floriani thread storage bin and a few different options came up. You can also see more (and links under the video) of my craft room here: th-cam.com/video/SUySgf8jhKk/w-d-xo.html
Hi Vickie, if you get a chance to watch this video: th-cam.com/video/8B3yyCybdqs/w-d-xo.html this one shows exactly the process of adding the words to the design and how to orient them and full details. If you decide to purchase Embrilliance Essentials (the software that I'm teaching in the video, then please use my affiliate link: www.embrilliance.com/jamaffiliates/cristincreates You'll love it!
Hi Debra, yes I use a water soluble topping if I'm stitching with minky or fleece to keep the stitches from sinking down. For instance the gnome shirt that I'm wearing in this video. If I recall, I used minky for the gnome beards, so I would have used a layer of minky before the satin stitch. In addition to keeping the stitches from sinking down, the minky also helps the needle to not get stuck moving. Other than using minky or fleece, I don't use WSS on shirts. If you feel you need extra stabilizer for a high stitch count design, I would add another layer of tear away stabilizer under the hoop. I hope this helps.
You don't want to get the paper out of the stitches. That is what is stabilizing them. You just pull the EXCESS tear away stabilizer around the design and through the empty parts. Not under the stitching. I hope this helps!
I have purchased everything that you have to make this including the embrilliance software. How do you add the step like you were mentioning to add the vinyl to the boot. I have tried and tried but cant figure it out. Please tell me what steps to do? Thanks
Hi Vicki, I made this 2 years ago, so I had to re-watch the video. At 56:20 in the video I explain that after the fabric step and ironing it down, then I simply back up one step and lay down my clear vinyl to have it run the tack down stitch again. I hope this helps.
What an awesome start to finish embroidery project -well done👍. The only thing I would do different is not to use the fusible stabilizer but a wash-away-stabilizer instead. The reason not to use fusible stabilizer is because the fibers from the fabric gets pulled as shown in section 1:10:19 of video. There are several types of fabrics may be possible to use fusible stabilizer as a non permanent, but in most situations not suitable. Otherwise great job.
Awesome Thanks Cristin now back to my Lucky Us I’m just starting my 1st one for my Sister as it’s for her birthday then have other commitments hopefully get mine done later 🤷♀️
@@CristinCreates have too much going on right now, so won't be soon. Bought the supplies from Amazon, they will be delivered starting today. Have Federal jury duty starting next week, so not sure how much time I will have to play. 😥
I have a short torso too and when I first started I followed the 3” rule and it really left some designs in odd places🤪. Now I do the 2” placement for all my shirt torso designs. I love my Cricut mini to iron down the appliqué. It gets those tight spaces.
All the links are under the video in the video notes. Here's a cut and paste: Products used in this video include: * World Weidner Tear Away Stabilizer: amzn.to/3FKQqJl OR THIS ONE: amzn.to/3MP8sAH * World Weidner Fusible Mesh Stabilizer: amzn.to/3fDuG7l OR THIS ONE: amzn.to/3IvCd45 * Heat n Bond Lite: amzn.to/36sOhWL * Clear Vinyl, this is the one I bought: amzn.to/3p12JeX * 3M Blue Tape #2090: amzn.to/3sWK8Sk * Large tape dispenser for blue tape and others: amzn.to/3ByyVLE * Table top ironing board: amzn.to/36uzF9r * Shark Iron: amzn.to/3uXWsEv * Travel Size Sunbeam Iron: amzn.to/3FSdZjv * USB Extender Cable: amzn.to/343dLcw * Sharp Tweezers: amzn.to/36gDVZO * Duck Bill Scissors: amzn.to/3tJd0Qe * Hot Fix Rhinestones: amzn.to/3fE3vt4 * Clips for holding back shirt: amzn.to/3h2zEeN * Pins for pinning shirt to hoop. I think I got mine at Walmart, but these look similar: amzn.to/3p2Upv7 Some shirt options if you choose: * UPF long sleeve shirt (lavender): amzn.to/3Jyywvv * Anvil hooded shirt: amzn.to/3IkoQnT * ToBeInStyle hooded pocket shirt: amzn.to/3gSVuBe * Summer t-shirts: amzn.to/3FNUnwK
Hi Sandra, yes, the WW brand can be hard to get sometimes. Right under the link for the WW, I've given an alternate that I use whenever WW isn't available: World Weidner Fusible Mesh Stabilizer: amzn.to/3fDuG7l or I've also used this when WW is hard to get: amzn.to/3IvCd45 I hope this helps!
Hi Linda, I used the 6x10 boot design to give enough space to also add wording and use my 8x12 hoop if I recall correctly. You can see the full tutorial and how I put them all together in this video here: th-cam.com/video/8B3yyCybdqs/w-d-xo.html
I often use my duckbill applique scissors, but whatever works. You just want what you'll feel most comfortable in using that won't clip the stitches :)
Hi Kathy, I don't know what fast frames are, but under the video, I have a list of all the items that I mention in the video that I recommend whenever embroidering on shirts. I hope this helps!
Hi Liz, for appliques, I use heat n bond lite. You can see that in this video. For the fusible mesh cut-away, I use that on the inside of EVERY shirt or clothing item. I've found that it works best to ward off puckering. And I use tear away stabilizer in the hoop and float the shirt. Full details shown in the tutorial and links for my preferred items are under the video. I've tried lots of various methods and this has brought me success. I hope this helps! If you haven't already, join the Cristin Creates group on Facebook and share photos of your shirt!
Click here to see links below the video! Join the fun in our group project in the Cristin Creates Facebook group and share photos of your projects as we work on them together! facebook.com/groups/cristincreates1 and there's lots of other links and helpful info in the video description as well. Join the fun!
i use a no-show mesh and topping for my t-shirts but they always look puckered after washing them. any tips on how to overcome this? is it normal for that to happen?
Hi LeYerrr are you using tear away in your hoop as shown in the tutorial? And is your no show mesh a fusible mesh stabilizer? Full details in the video and links under the video of the products I've used. If you're using a cut-away in your hoop, then that would be a problem in my opinion. When I did that, I always got wrinkling and puckering after washing. Use the same supplies that I mention in the video and you should be good to go. I've used this technique on thin shirts, heavy sweaters, and everything in between with excellent results.
You're right. Sorry about that and thanks for letting me know. That 3M duct tape is what I used for adding fairy lights on our bench pillows. I've updated the link on this video for the 3M blue tape here: amzn.to/3sWK8Sk
I'm not sure I understand which blue tape you are using. The video shows 3M Pro series 1200 but your link in the description goes to a different blue tape.
Hi Don, sorry for the confusion. I highly recommend the #2090 blue tape. That is the one that holds really well. It says it in the description under the video notes, the 2090 one. Here's a direct link: amzn.to/40ND6zW
The links to all the items and products I use and upcoming group project info is always in the video description under the video. Here's the direct link: www.etsy.com/listing/961358730/tulips-in-a-boot-vase-applique?click_key=f5f0d49eb33f64b68bea169d3b8aa7fa36aa76a8%3A961358730&click_sum=fc3d8f89&ga_search_query=tulip&ref=shop_items_search_1&pro=1
I tried this again and this time I was really watching the hoop stabilizer you are using. Unless I missed it (listened to it 3 times) I missed the type of stabilizer you used. It could be I was mixing it up with the type you fuse to the back of the T=Shirt (light mesh fusible mesh?). I see it appears you are not using the light mesh tear away but a heavier stabilizer on your hoop. I tried that and then I was successful in pinning. The pinning made a difference. However, I think I should have utilized a tear away stabilizer on the hoop. this was I would have been able to tear it away from the back of the T shirt. So, I am learning by trial and errors, and I am starting to like this. I think I am starting to like machine embroidery too. I am finding out not all digitizers stitch the same. some stitches are too thin. I find I have to re-run the stitches so that it has a better coverage and a nicer looking satin stitch. Please clarify if you have time. Anyway, thank you. 3/12/2022
Hi Gma B, I mention in the video that I swear by TEAR AWAY stabilizer for embroidering on shirts and I go into why. Under the video there is a link to each product that I mention and a link on where to purchase the ones I use. Here's a link to the tear away that I recommend for in the hoop when embroidering on shirts: amzn.to/3FKQqJl and yes, fusible mesh stabilizer for the inside of the shirt and the one that I swear by is: amzn.to/3fDuG7l and I show some comparisons on types and why I use the one that I do. I hope this helps! Glad you're liking embroidering!
Hi! Some of the linked products are no longer available. If you could link to what you use now or point me to another video, I would be grateful. Thank you!
I'll save this for when time permits, but I know the main one is the World Weidner fusible mesh stabilizer and unfortunately, that is very difficult to get right now, so I don't have an available link. Sorry!
I wouldn't iron clear vinyl at all personally, but if you have to iron, then yes, you want to cover it with a pressing cloth or iron from the inside, but again, I would NOT recommend ironing over clear vinyl at all. If you're talking about getting the extra mesh cut-away from the inside of the shirt, you are ironing the edges to heat it up enough to pull up and trim. You don't need to iron over the boot or the vinyl for this.
I just don't do that since my way works for me, but I mentioned in the video that it is a good option for those that choose to print a template and I mentioned also that my daughter does that and it works great for her. Options...
I do. I put them in the washer and dryer, but I do turn them inside out first. If you're going to use the vinyl I recommend, hold off as I'm going to wash and dry my shirt today to make sure this is the vinyl I used in my other shirts :) I'll update soon.
Hi Carol, I usually do wash the shirts first because if they are going to shrink, it could alter the appliques a tiny bit. But I don't always. I bought one off Amazon the other day and it just arrived yesterday and I don't plan on washing that one since I need it soon :) So short answer, sometimes I do, generally I do :)
In my last video, the one for Embrilliance designing the shirt, I showed my needles along with a photo of them and in this video, I just shared that I will add a link under the video. It is here: www.etsy.com/listing/1076114004/organ-needles-15x1-7511-flat-shank-pd?click_key=556e20a49a47138fa15525b277ff9a91bf7da3e8%3A1076114004&click_sum=b69df35a&ref=shop_home_active_11
That's odd. When I click on the link under the video, the first word is fusible "Fusible No-Show Polymesh Plus Embroidery Stabilizer/Backing Iron on - 12" X 10yd". Here's what I have under the video: World Weidner Fusible Mesh Stabilizer: amzn.to/3fDuG7l or I've also used this when WW is hard to get: amzn.to/3IvCd45 You can also order direct from World Weidner's website if it's hard to find.
I've updated the link to this one: amzn.to/3q4vnfN it's the same product but with a skin tone instead of white. World Weidner goes through times that it is hard to find. I don't know why. Maybe it's an Amazon thing. You can buy it direct from the World Weidner website or from Amazon at the new link. I've updated the link in the video too. Thanks!
OK Cristin...I have watched this for the bizillithinth time and I am still confused! In the beginning you said you always use World Weidner Fusible for all your shirt appliques (instead of SF101 or Kimberbell Fusible...then whenyou are talking about the applique later you say you always use Heat and Bond Lite for your applique..I have purchased both..do you really use both on each applique fabric or sometimes one and sometimes the other. I am hoping to actually get a shirt made - but I want to do it the official Cristin way and this old lady is confused...HELP! Watching this while doing the very tedious job of cutting away all that stabilizer from the 7 Spring Showers borders...ugh
No sweet Dawna. The World Weidner fusible mesh stabilizer is for the INSIDE of the shirt to ward off puckering on the shirt. The Heat N Bond Lite is for the back of the APPLIQUE PIECES on shirts. Does that make sense? Don't forget to iron down the applique pieces before the satin stitch so the applique pieces will adhere to the shirt. Great job in getting all your sashings and inner borders done! That's a big job! Proud of you!
@@CristinCreates oh whew..I got it now. I kept watching over and over and I just didn't understand that the World Wedner went on the shirt! Thank you so much for your patience with this aged brain 🥰
Newbie here. This is by far the best instruction I have found on embroidery & appliqué for shirts. Thank you so so much!! Definitely subscribed!
aww thank you for the kind words Karen! I appreciate you!
@@CristinCreates I found the FB group. Yay! I will be purchasing the Embrilliance software today through your link. I will definitely need your tutorials as I learn how to navigate through it. Thank you again for your clear instruction & encouragement. Please keep putting videos out. I’ve been using your links to purchase products you recommend. 🤗
@@karenhickey3377 aww thank you for your support of our tutorials Karen! You'll be a pro at Embrilliance Essentials in no time!
Thank you again, you are the first one to do a start to finish including stabilizers and clean up. I look forward to more of your videos. 5 Stars
Thank you so much Vickie! You made my day!
I wished everyone that makes these videos would show how to clean up the stabilizers from the back side. You are the one that I could find. That is a big plus for a new person learning embroidery. Thanks, I have bought the design and cant wait to try it and along with the stabilizers you recommended in your link. Thanks a lot!!!
Happy to help Vickie! You'll do great!!
❤wow
Thank you :)
Best video I’ve ever seen on the subject of embroidering on tee shirt fabrics! TY!
You just made my day Brenda! Thank you! If you haven't already, join the Cristin Creates group on Facebook and share photos of your embroidery projects! facebook.com/groups/cristincreates1
Lots of tips I just learned, even on the machine . Thanks 😊
Yay Rita!!!
Thank you! Great video to return to again and again.
Thank you so much Judy! I hope you'll make a shirt and share a photo in the Cristin Creates group!
Wow Cristin, what a fantastic video! So many helpful tips especially doing it upside down. I have often struggled with all the shirt bulk when embroidering. Thank you for taking the time to share this.💕
Thank you for your kind words sweet Cinda!
great video, I'm getting ready to do my 1st shirt. I noticed the blue thread containers in the background, do you have a link to them ? Thank you
Hi Marianne, they are Floriani thread storage boxes. I got mine from my local machine shop, but I've also found them online. I don't have a link. I just Googled Floriani thread storage bin and a few different options came up. You can also see more (and links under the video) of my craft room here: th-cam.com/video/SUySgf8jhKk/w-d-xo.html
I got it!! don't know why it took so long to sink in. But I got it now. thanks for patience and for explaining it all!!!
Glad it helped!!
I am new to Embroidery and loved your video. How did you do the letters for the Spring to make them curved? Thank you so much
Hi Vickie, if you get a chance to watch this video: th-cam.com/video/8B3yyCybdqs/w-d-xo.html this one shows exactly the process of adding the words to the design and how to orient them and full details. If you decide to purchase Embrilliance Essentials (the software that I'm teaching in the video, then please use my affiliate link: www.embrilliance.com/jamaffiliates/cristincreates You'll love it!
Great video! Just wondering- do you ever use a wash away stabilizer on top of whatever you are embroidering?
Hi Debra, yes I use a water soluble topping if I'm stitching with minky or fleece to keep the stitches from sinking down. For instance the gnome shirt that I'm wearing in this video. If I recall, I used minky for the gnome beards, so I would have used a layer of minky before the satin stitch. In addition to keeping the stitches from sinking down, the minky also helps the needle to not get stuck moving. Other than using minky or fleece, I don't use WSS on shirts. If you feel you need extra stabilizer for a high stitch count design, I would add another layer of tear away stabilizer under the hoop. I hope this helps.
@@CristinCreates Thank you so much! This is a great help!😊
Happy to help!@@debra_lynn
Just used your link Cristin! Hope all is well hon! Thx for all you do for us 💜
Thank you sweet Dyane!
Wow! Thanks great video! I like tear away but for some reason I can't get all the paper out of the stitches. Any tips!
You don't want to get the paper out of the stitches. That is what is stabilizing them. You just pull the EXCESS tear away stabilizer around the design and through the empty parts. Not under the stitching. I hope this helps!
Oh please post a pic of the grandkids snow globe shirts❤️ Sounds adorable!
Thanks Heather. I added a screenshot in our group of some of the designs that I've purchased so you can see which designers I chose.
I have purchased everything that you have to make this including the embrilliance software. How do you add the step like you were mentioning to add the vinyl to the boot. I have tried and tried but cant figure it out. Please tell me what steps to do? Thanks
Hi Vicki, I made this 2 years ago, so I had to re-watch the video. At 56:20 in the video I explain that after the fabric step and ironing it down, then I simply back up one step and lay down my clear vinyl to have it run the tack down stitch again. I hope this helps.
You are an angel. Thanks
@@VickieSnow-i5f Thank you sweet Vickie!
What an awesome start to finish embroidery project -well done👍. The only thing I would do different is not to use the fusible stabilizer but a wash-away-stabilizer instead. The reason not to use fusible stabilizer is because the fibers from the fabric gets pulled as shown in section 1:10:19 of video. There are several types of fabrics may be possible to use fusible stabilizer as a non permanent, but in most situations not suitable. Otherwise great job.
Thanks LouRao. Glad you found what works for you. I love the fusible and as long as you warm it up before pulling it off, then it pulls right off.
Best fully explained video! Thank you so 😅much. I do have one question. Was the hooped stabilizer a medium or heavy weight?
Thank you Devon. If I recall correctly, it is medium weight and there should be a link or two under the video for the ones that I use. Have fun!
Love your shirt! Thank you for sharing.
Thank you Cindy! I hope you'll make one too!
Is there a video on how you made your shirt, i am a newbie in embroidery , i love the shirt design where can I purchase it.thank you!
I love your puppies.
Thank you Allison! I love my pups too! They are filled with love!
Awesome Thanks Cristin now back to my Lucky Us I’m just starting my 1st one for my Sister as it’s for her birthday then have other commitments hopefully get mine done later 🤷♀️
Great job Sherry!
Excellent tutorial! Thank you 😊
Thank you so much Mendy!
Lots of great info! Thanks so much!
Thank you Dianna! I can't wait to see your shirt!
@@CristinCreates have too much going on right now, so won't be soon. Bought the supplies from Amazon, they will be delivered starting today. Have Federal jury duty starting next week, so not sure how much time I will have to play. 😥
@@diannawilson7534 No worries! I completely understand not having enough hours in the day! We'll be here when you're ready!
I have a short torso too and when I first started I followed the 3” rule and it really left some designs in odd places🤪. Now I do the 2” placement for all my shirt torso designs. I love my Cricut mini to iron down the appliqué. It gets those tight spaces.
Yes ReNuew! We need to do what works for us and our body types or who we are embroidering for. Thanks for adding in your comment!
Couldn’t find the link to the tweezers you used
All the links are under the video in the video notes. Here's a cut and paste: Products used in this video include:
* World Weidner Tear Away Stabilizer: amzn.to/3FKQqJl OR THIS ONE: amzn.to/3MP8sAH
* World Weidner Fusible Mesh Stabilizer: amzn.to/3fDuG7l OR THIS ONE: amzn.to/3IvCd45
* Heat n Bond Lite: amzn.to/36sOhWL
* Clear Vinyl, this is the one I bought: amzn.to/3p12JeX
* 3M Blue Tape #2090: amzn.to/3sWK8Sk
* Large tape dispenser for blue tape and others: amzn.to/3ByyVLE
* Table top ironing board: amzn.to/36uzF9r
* Shark Iron: amzn.to/3uXWsEv
* Travel Size Sunbeam Iron: amzn.to/3FSdZjv
* USB Extender Cable: amzn.to/343dLcw
* Sharp Tweezers: amzn.to/36gDVZO
* Duck Bill Scissors: amzn.to/3tJd0Qe
* Hot Fix Rhinestones: amzn.to/3fE3vt4
* Clips for holding back shirt: amzn.to/3h2zEeN
* Pins for pinning shirt to hoop. I think I got mine at Walmart, but these look similar: amzn.to/3p2Upv7
Some shirt options if you choose:
* UPF long sleeve shirt (lavender): amzn.to/3Jyywvv
* Anvil hooded shirt: amzn.to/3IkoQnT
* ToBeInStyle hooded pocket shirt: amzn.to/3gSVuBe
* Summer t-shirts: amzn.to/3FNUnwK
Thank you quite a great lesson
Thank you Mary!
I learned so much and this is sooooooo adorable! I love it! 💝
Thank you Terri! I look forward to seeing yours!!
thanks
Happy to help!
WW fusible mesh isn’t available on Amazon now, any other place to suggest? Ty
Hi Sandra, yes, the WW brand can be hard to get sometimes. Right under the link for the WW, I've given an alternate that I use whenever WW isn't available: World Weidner Fusible Mesh Stabilizer: amzn.to/3fDuG7l or I've also used this when WW is hard to get: amzn.to/3IvCd45 I hope this helps!
Great video! I’ve never embroidered a shirt but you make it look very doable.
It's very do-able and a fun new learned skill to try! I hope you'll share a photo of your shirt in the Cristin Creates group :)
Love your tutorials .I have learned so much .What size did you use for the boots from our may sizes Elmas give us?
Hi Linda, I used the 6x10 boot design to give enough space to also add wording and use my 8x12 hoop if I recall correctly. You can see the full tutorial and how I put them all together in this video here: th-cam.com/video/8B3yyCybdqs/w-d-xo.html
Would an appliqué scissor work better taking off the excess fusible stabilizer?
I often use my duckbill applique scissors, but whatever works. You just want what you'll feel most comfortable in using that won't clip the stitches :)
What stabilizers would you recommend to use for shirt when using fast frames?
Hi Kathy, I don't know what fast frames are, but under the video, I have a list of all the items that I mention in the video that I recommend whenever embroidering on shirts. I hope this helps!
I also pin and baste.
smart! :)
This is so awesome!! Thank you!
Thank you SewingStory :)
Hi Cristin - Did you use the fusible mesh cutaway because this was an appliqué pattern? Or do you use it on all shirts regardless of appliqué?
Hi Liz, for appliques, I use heat n bond lite. You can see that in this video. For the fusible mesh cut-away, I use that on the inside of EVERY shirt or clothing item. I've found that it works best to ward off puckering. And I use tear away stabilizer in the hoop and float the shirt. Full details shown in the tutorial and links for my preferred items are under the video. I've tried lots of various methods and this has brought me success. I hope this helps! If you haven't already, join the Cristin Creates group on Facebook and share photos of your shirt!
Have you ever tried Hot Fix adhesive instead of your Heat n Bond? It seems to work better preventing/ making less pokies?
I haven't heard of Hot Fix adhesive. What is a pokie?
I can’t find your FB group.
Click here to see links below the video! Join the fun in our group project in the Cristin Creates Facebook group and share photos of your projects as we work on them together! facebook.com/groups/cristincreates1 and there's lots of other links and helpful info in the video description as well. Join the fun!
i use a no-show mesh and topping for my t-shirts but they always look puckered after washing them.
any tips on how to overcome this? is it normal for that to happen?
Hi LeYerrr are you using tear away in your hoop as shown in the tutorial? And is your no show mesh a fusible mesh stabilizer? Full details in the video and links under the video of the products I've used. If you're using a cut-away in your hoop, then that would be a problem in my opinion. When I did that, I always got wrinkling and puckering after washing. Use the same supplies that I mention in the video and you should be good to go. I've used this technique on thin shirts, heavy sweaters, and everything in between with excellent results.
What setting on the iron when applying the fusible stabilizer?
I use it at the hottest setting
Cristin, the Blue tape link took me to silver DUCT tape
You're right. Sorry about that and thanks for letting me know. That 3M duct tape is what I used for adding fairy lights on our bench pillows. I've updated the link on this video for the 3M blue tape here: amzn.to/3sWK8Sk
I'm not sure I understand which blue tape you are using. The video shows 3M Pro series 1200 but your link in the description goes to a different blue tape.
Hi Don, sorry for the confusion. I highly recommend the #2090 blue tape. That is the one that holds really well. It says it in the description under the video notes, the 2090 one. Here's a direct link: amzn.to/40ND6zW
Okay, thank you!
@@don361 Happy to help!
Where did you get the design,
The links to all the items and products I use and upcoming group project info is always in the video description under the video. Here's the direct link: www.etsy.com/listing/961358730/tulips-in-a-boot-vase-applique?click_key=f5f0d49eb33f64b68bea169d3b8aa7fa36aa76a8%3A961358730&click_sum=fc3d8f89&ga_search_query=tulip&ref=shop_items_search_1&pro=1
I tried this again and this time I was really watching the hoop stabilizer you are using. Unless I missed it (listened to it 3 times) I missed the type of stabilizer you used. It could be I was mixing it up with the type you fuse to the back of the T=Shirt (light mesh fusible mesh?). I see it appears you are not using the light mesh tear away but a heavier stabilizer on your hoop. I tried that and then I was successful in pinning. The pinning made a difference. However, I think I should have utilized a tear away stabilizer on the hoop. this was I would have been able to tear it away from the back of the T shirt. So, I am learning by trial and errors, and I am starting to like this. I think I am starting to like machine embroidery too. I am finding out not all digitizers stitch the same. some stitches are too thin. I find I have to re-run the stitches so that it has a better coverage and a nicer looking satin stitch. Please clarify if you have time. Anyway, thank you. 3/12/2022
Hi Gma B, I mention in the video that I swear by TEAR AWAY stabilizer for embroidering on shirts and I go into why. Under the video there is a link to each product that I mention and a link on where to purchase the ones I use. Here's a link to the tear away that I recommend for in the hoop when embroidering on shirts: amzn.to/3FKQqJl and yes, fusible mesh stabilizer for the inside of the shirt and the one that I swear by is: amzn.to/3fDuG7l and I show some comparisons on types and why I use the one that I do. I hope this helps! Glad you're liking embroidering!
Watch the video at just 2:54 into the video and you'll see the stabilizer in the hoop and what I use and why :)
and I go into the brand and show the roll at 4:16 in the video :)
Then at 8:18 I show the fusible stabilizer I recommend and show a comparison of others and why I use the ones I use :)
Hi! Some of the linked products are no longer available. If you could link to what you use now or point me to another video, I would be grateful. Thank you!
I'll save this for when time permits, but I know the main one is the World Weidner fusible mesh stabilizer and unfortunately, that is very difficult to get right now, so I don't have an available link. Sorry!
@@CristinCreates I did some shopping from your Amazon link, so I hope that helps the channel and all you do!
@@lflinesThank you! I appreciate your support and hope the products help you to have fun in embroidering!!!
Can you iron on the inside other than over the vynil
I wouldn't iron clear vinyl at all personally, but if you have to iron, then yes, you want to cover it with a pressing cloth or iron from the inside, but again, I would NOT recommend ironing over clear vinyl at all. If you're talking about getting the extra mesh cut-away from the inside of the shirt, you are ironing the edges to heat it up enough to pull up and trim. You don't need to iron over the boot or the vinyl for this.
@@CristinCreates I meant can you iron on the inside of the shirt to get the fusible off but not iron on the vinyl
@@sherrymaylee9714 You can turn your shirt inside out and put a pressing cloth over the top and iron it that way for sure. That works fine too.
Is there a reason you did not print out a template of the design to ensure it fitting the hoop and the placement of the top of the design?
I just don't do that since my way works for me, but I mentioned in the video that it is a good option for those that choose to print a template and I mentioned also that my daughter does that and it works great for her. Options...
Do you put
your embroidered shirts in the dryer?
I do. I put them in the washer and dryer, but I do turn them inside out first. If you're going to use the vinyl I recommend, hold off as I'm going to wash and dry my shirt today to make sure this is the vinyl I used in my other shirts :) I'll update soon.
I just washed and dried my shirt normally (inside out) and the vinyl did perfectly. No issues at all.
Cristin, when you buy new shirts do you wash them first?
Hi Carol, I usually do wash the shirts first because if they are going to shrink, it could alter the appliques a tiny bit. But I don't always. I bought one off Amazon the other day and it just arrived yesterday and I don't plan on washing that one since I need it soon :) So short answer, sometimes I do, generally I do :)
@@CristinCreates Thanks that’s what I was thinking but wasn’t sure. ☺️
@@carolfallacara5191 happy to help!
Did you mention the type and size of needle you used, or did I miss it?
In my last video, the one for Embrilliance designing the shirt, I showed my needles along with a photo of them and in this video, I just shared that I will add a link under the video. It is here: www.etsy.com/listing/1076114004/organ-needles-15x1-7511-flat-shank-pd?click_key=556e20a49a47138fa15525b277ff9a91bf7da3e8%3A1076114004&click_sum=b69df35a&ref=shop_home_active_11
the link for the fusible mesh is going to mesh stabilizer. it's not saying fusible.
That's odd. When I click on the link under the video, the first word is fusible "Fusible No-Show Polymesh Plus Embroidery Stabilizer/Backing Iron on - 12" X 10yd". Here's what I have under the video: World Weidner Fusible Mesh Stabilizer: amzn.to/3fDuG7l or I've also used this when WW is hard to get: amzn.to/3IvCd45 You can also order direct from World Weidner's website if it's hard to find.
Did you know that World Weidner Fusible Mesh Stabilizer: @t cutaway is out of stock and Amazon doesn't know when it will be back in?
I've updated the link to this one: amzn.to/3q4vnfN it's the same product but with a skin tone instead of white. World Weidner goes through times that it is hard to find. I don't know why. Maybe it's an Amazon thing. You can buy it direct from the World Weidner website or from Amazon at the new link. I've updated the link in the video too. Thanks!
How big is your room?
My craft room is about 16x16 I think.
My boxer’s name is Lily!
aww I bet she is a cutie like our Lily :)
OK Cristin...I have watched this for the bizillithinth time and I am still confused! In the beginning you said you always use World Weidner Fusible for all your shirt appliques (instead of SF101 or Kimberbell Fusible...then whenyou are talking about the applique later you say you always use Heat and Bond Lite for your applique..I have purchased both..do you really use both on each applique fabric or sometimes one and sometimes the other. I am hoping to actually get a shirt made - but I want to do it the official Cristin way and this old lady is confused...HELP! Watching this while doing the very tedious job of cutting away all that stabilizer from the 7 Spring Showers borders...ugh
No sweet Dawna. The World Weidner fusible mesh stabilizer is for the INSIDE of the shirt to ward off puckering on the shirt. The Heat N Bond Lite is for the back of the APPLIQUE PIECES on shirts. Does that make sense? Don't forget to iron down the applique pieces before the satin stitch so the applique pieces will adhere to the shirt. Great job in getting all your sashings and inner borders done! That's a big job! Proud of you!
@@CristinCreates oh whew..I got it now. I kept watching over and over and I just didn't understand that the World Wedner went on the shirt! Thank you so much for your patience with this aged brain 🥰
@@dawnadalton7812 more than happy to help my friend. No worries.