more easily managed in clamps or magnetic hoops. At the Machine for embroidering art. Use these tips to select the best holding method for the heavyweights you will be stitching this fall. Deborah Jones has more than 30 years of experience in the com- Your embroidery machine may have an adjustable-height pressure foot that can help to accommodate thick items. Refer to your user's guide to see when and how to engage this function. Aside from the obvious benefit of not pounding your material's surface, it also can affect the actual function of how quickly the pantograph moves after needle penetrations.As you can imagine, the needle needs more time to clear a thicker item. Jackets, bags and blankets are some of the best canvases puterized embroidery field. She runs myembroiderymentor.com. For more information or to comment on this article, email Deborah at djones@myembroiderymentor.com. Hardware can be attached in either direction on this heavy-duty hoop from Durkee Embroidery Hoops for a horizontal or vertical orientation. Shown is the configuration for embroidery on a fleece hoodie pocket. Use Info*Action #14 at impressionsmag.com/infoaction SEPTEMBER 2020 34-37_IMP_0920_TMD_EmbProd.indd 37 P.37 8/19/20 1:06 PMhttp://www.myembroiderymentor.com https://cit.com/ https://cit.com//impressions https://cit.com/ http://www.impressionsmag.com/infoaction