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 This article is brought to you by  Lizzsews . Around the bobbin case is a circular groove, this is the race. As you sew and/or embroider, lint collects within the bobbin case and around the race. Recommended read: What is the race Do you have bobbin thread showing on the top of your project? Recommended read:  Why Bobbin Thread Is Showing On The Top Of Your Embroidery Design Is your bobbin case making weird sounds? Have you just used your machine for a few hours (or days...) on end and it’s time to give it a clean? There could be numerous reasons why you might need to clean your embroidery machine, but no matter what the reason is, you will need to clean the race at some point! Recommended read: 10 things you need to start embroidering today Recommended read: 10 things you need to start sewing today Your sewing and embroidery projects will suffer if there is lint and dust in the bobbin case. This is why you must clean it often. Prevent having the struggle, c...

 This article is brought to you by  Lizzsews . Here are 10 machine embroidery projects for you to do at home during quarantine! With plenty of ideas for the designs to go onto the projects! There are three sections, just sewing, just embroidery or options for both. Recommended read: 10 Things you need to start machine embroidery today Recommended read: 10 Things you need to start sewing by machine today Have you ever gone into your sewing room or area and felt stuck for ideas? I know that I have! I’m always stuck with ideas! So, I thought I’d share a few ideas and projects for what you can do!  Sewing and embroidery 1. Reading Pillows To do these, you're going to want to sew a reading pillow together and embroider the fabric for the pouch before you sew it on! This is a great project to motivate your kids to read a book! Or even motivate yourself! This design can be found in my shop here . Here's a list of some ideas for sayings you could add! "A book...

This article is brought to you by  Lizzsews . Here's everything you need to know about the three main types of machine embroidery stabilizers, what they're used for and how to pick the right one. 💡 Why Stabilizers Matter Stabilizers are essential in machine embroidery. They help support your fabric, prevent puckering , and ensure your design comes out clean and crisp. A stabilizer is placed underneath your fabric. Some special ones, called toppers , go on top, but these are only used for certain materials, like towels or blankets. 👉 You always need a bottom stabilizer. Toppers are optional and only used for specific projects. 🏷️ The 3 Main Types of Stabilizers 1. ✂️ Cutaway Stabilizer Cutaway stabilizer is non-woven , permanent, and ideal for stretchy or knit fabrics like t-shirts, baby onesies, and fleece. Why it's great: Provides strong support Prevents pulled or sagging stitches Stays put even after washing and wearing Comes pre-cut or in ro...

This article is brought to you by Lizzsews. Ever bought a machine embroidery design from somewhere like Etsy or Creative Fabrica and didn’t know how to get it onto your embroidery machine? Whether you’re brand new or just stuck, here’s exactly what to do 👇 Step 1: Unzip Your Download After purchasing your design, you'll likely receive a .zip file. That’s just a compressed folder containing all the files. Here's how to unzip it: On Chromebook: Double-tap the file On Windows: Right-click and select “Extract All” On Mac: Right-click, go to “Services,” then click “Unzip” Now you’ll see a list of files in different embroidery formats like .PES , .DST , .JEF , etc. Step 2: Choose the Right File Format Each embroidery machine reads a specific file format. Examples: Brother machines use .PES Janome uses .JEF Bernina uses .EXP Not sure what your machine uses? You can: Check the user manual Search your machine model online Or use .DST , which is a un...

This article is brought to you by Lizzsews Thinking about diving into machine embroidery but not sure where to start? Here’s everything you need to know to get started—without spending a fortune. Interested in sewing?  Recommended read: 10 Things You’ll Need to Start Sewing! 1. Get Yourself an Embroidery Machine You can start with any embroidery machine, but here are a few great beginner-friendly options: Brother SE600 – A combo machine that sews and embroiders. It’s affordable, versatile, and my top pick for beginners. Brother PE550D – Embroidery-only and comes with built-in Disney designs. Super cute! Brother SE1900 – A step up, with more advanced features and a larger embroidery area. 💡 Tip: Set a clear budget before buying, b uy the largest hoop your budget allows . While the SE600’s 4x4 hoop is great for starters, you may outgrow it quickly—and the next hoop size up is a big price jump. Recommended read: How to Choose the Right Embroidery Machine   ...