The Complete Machine Embroidery Manual

Aimed at sewing-machine owners who stitch ready-made embroidery designs. It explains the types and file formats of designs, how to get a downloaded design onto your machine, how to stabilize fabric and which threads and needles to use. A quick-reference section covers common problems, and there is advice on what to look for when buying an embroidery machine. A sensible first read before spending money on design files or a new machine.