Machines & tools

Software used to convert artwork or images into a stitch-by-stitch embroidery file, defining stitch type, direction, density, and sequence.

Software used to browse, resize, combine, and edit purchased or created embroidery designs before sending them to an embroidery machine.

A proprietary or standardized file type, such as .pes or .dst, that encodes stitch placement and machine commands for a specific embroidery design.

Decorative stitching created by manually guiding fabric under a lowered or disengaged feed dog, allowing the stitcher to draw with thread in any direction.

An embroidery machine fitted with several pre-threaded needles that the machine switches between automatically for multicolor designs without manual rethreading.