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Prevent Thread Breaks in Embroidery

    Prevent Thread Breaks in Embroidery

    Sal Lucchese Jan 28, 2026

    3D Puff Foam Embroidery

      3D Puff Foam Embroidery

      Sal Lucchese Jan 28, 2026

      Mastering Embroidery: Quick Tips for Perfecting Your Work on Polo Shirts, Towels, and Caps

        Mastering Embroidery: Quick Tips for Perfecting Your Work on Polo Shirts, Towels, and Caps

        Sal Lucchese Jan 11, 2026

          Embroidery can transform ordinary garments into personalized works of art. For polo shirts, choose high-quality cotton blends, pre-wash, digitize the design, and stabilize with a cutaway stabilizer. For towels,...

        Starting a Home-Based Embroidery Business: A Step-by-Step Guide

          Starting a Home-Based Embroidery Business: A Step-by-Step Guide

          Sal Lucchese Jan 11, 2026

          Embroidery is a versatile and creative craft that can turn into a profitable home-based business.

          Understanding Direct Embroidery Prices: A Comprehensive Guide

            Understanding Direct Embroidery Prices: A Comprehensive Guide

            Sal Lucchese Jan 11, 2026

            When it comes to personalizing garments and accessories, embroidery offers a professional and durable finish. However, understanding the pricing structure can help you make informed decisions and budget accordingly.

            Maximizing Embroidery Production: Calculating Pieces Per Hour for Different Machine Types

              Maximizing Embroidery Production: Calculating Pieces Per Hour for Different Machine Types

              Sal Lucchese Jan 11, 2026

              Efficiently managing embroidery production is crucial for maximizing output and meeting client deadlines. Understanding how to calculate the number of embroidery pieces that can be produced per hour.

              Ingredients for Successful Embroidery: A Comprehensive Guide

                Ingredients for Successful Embroidery: A Comprehensive Guide

                Sal Lucchese Jan 11, 2026

                Embroidery is both an art and a science, requiring the right tools, techniques, and materials to achieve the best results

                Mastering Top Thread Tensioning for Quality Embroidery

                  Mastering Top Thread Tensioning for Quality Embroidery

                  Sal Lucchese Jan 11, 2026

                   Proper thread tensioning is essential for achieving high-quality, trouble-free embroidery.

                  Why Choose TEX Inc. for All Your Graphic Art and Embroidery Digitizing Needs

                    Why Choose TEX Inc. for All Your Graphic Art and Embroidery Digitizing Needs

                    Sal Lucchese Jan 11, 2026

                    When it comes to graphic art and embroidery digitizing, TEX Inc. stands out as a premier choice. TEX Inc has over 28 years of embroidery & vector knowledge!