Embroidery on Outdoor Workwear
Embroidery on Outdoor Workwear can be very difficult to frame up as these garments tend to be bulky and made from heavy fabrics. Standard plastic frames are ill-suited for this...
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Embroidery Placement ChartEmbroidery Placement Chart
Use this embroidery placement chart as a quick reference guide to ensure your designs are positioned perfectly on every item. From clothing and accessories to linens and bags, this guide...
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What Is Topping, and Why Is It Important?
What Is Topping, and Why Is It Important?
In the world of embroidery, toppings serve a critical role: they help ensure a design appears crisp, well-defined, and free from interference caused by underlying fabric texture. What Is Topping,...
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Why Your Embroidery Thread Isn’t Trimming – And How to Fix ItWhy Your Embroidery Thread Isn’t Trimming – And How to Fix It
When your embroidery machine stops trimming thread, production can grind to a halt. In most cases, the issue comes down to two main causes – a damaged black knife or...
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Basic Idea of Appliqué
Basic Idea of Appliqué
Appliqué is one of the most creative and effective ways to add texture, colour, and style to embroidery projects. Instead of stitching an entire design with thread, appliqué uses pieces...
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Embroidery on Sweatshirts and Jumpers - A Helpful GuideEmbroidery on Sweatshirts and Jumpers - A Helpful Guide
Embroidery on jumpers and sweaters is a great way to create durable, stylish custom apparel. These garments are a popular choice with customers, especially during the colder months, but their...
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Embroidery Distortion – Causes and SolutionsEmbroidery Distortion – Causes and Solutions
Embroidery distortion occurs when a design does not stitch out in the intended shape. For example, a circular design may appear oval once embroidered. This issue is fairly common and...
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Embroidering on Sportswear Garments – The Easy Fix
Embroidering on Sportswear Garments – The Easy Fix
Embroiderers often struggle with silky polyester garments, especially those used in sportswear. These fabrics are lightweight, treated with breathable or moisture-wicking coatings, and designed for comfort – but that makes...
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We supply leading manufacturers with embroidery threads, embroidery frames, embroidery backings, scissors, accessories and much more. We are experts in all things embroidery with over 30 years experience and our specialist team are always on hand to help you with whatever product query you may have.
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Why Schoolwear Embroiderers are Choosing Generation 2 Ultra Soft Extra Backing
Why Schoolwear Embroiderers are Choosing Generation 2 Ultra Soft Extra Backing
Across the UK, schoolwear embroiderers are making the switch to Generation 2 Ultra Soft Extra Backing – ETC Supplies’ softest ever embroidery stabiliser, specifically developed for garments worn by children....
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Bowling for a Cause: ETC Supplies Raises Funds for War Child
Bowling for a Cause: ETC Supplies Raises Funds for War Child
At ETC Supplies, we’re always looking for ways to bring the team together while giving back to those in need. Our latest charity event did just that, combining a great...
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ETC Supplies Flips for Charity on Pancake Day!
ETC Supplies Flips for Charity on Pancake Day!
At ETC Supplies, we’re always up for a bit of fun, especially when it’s for a good cause. This Pancake Day, we decided to go all out with a day...
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Behind the Scenes: ETC at P&P LIVE! 2025
Behind the Scenes: ETC at P&P LIVE! 2025
The UK's leading embroidery and garment decoration show, Printwear & Promotion LIVE!, is always a highlight of the year, and 2025 marked our 25th year exhibiting at the event. This...
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Annual ETC Strategy Meeting | January 2025Annual ETC Strategy Meeting | January 2025
The ETC Supplies team recently came together for our annual strategy meeting, a day dedicated to reflecting on the past year and setting our sights on the future. We celebrated...
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Charity Rudolph Event for Trussell and Tafel!
Charity Rudolph Event for Trussell and Tafel!
ETC Supplies were proud to have hosted our last charity event of the year recently. The whole team got together and held a contest with the game being 'Pin the...
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Sports Day 2024 for Laureus!Sports Day 2024 for Laureus!
ETC Supplies recently held its 2024 Sports Day at our Hereford site, all in support of raising funds for Laureus. The ETC Supplies team participated in four exciting events: a...
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Fixing looping on your embroidery machineFixing looping on your embroidery machine
1. Change the needle.2. There are 3 needle plates, one is for tubular frames, one is for caps, one is for border frames/table. If you use the wrong needle plate...
