What is the embroidery/sewing machine?
An embroidery/sewing machine is a two-in-one machine that can both sew like a regular sewing machine and stitch decorative designs.
Equipment in Creative Experience
• Brother SE700 Computerized Sewing & Embroidery Machines are available at all Creative Experience locations
What you’ll need
• Fabric to embroider or sew
• A digital design if embroidering
Acceptable File Types
• For embroidery, you will need a pes file
Printing Dimensions
• Maximum custom design space is 4” x 4”
Materials
• Creative Experience does not provide fabric. Customers will need to bring their own material.
• Creative Experience does provide thread, replacement needles, and stabilizer
Cost
• There is no charge to use the sewing/embroidery machine
How to Get Started
• Embroidery/sewing machines are available for in-library use during normal business hours
• Embroidery/sewing machines are available on a walk-in or reservation basis. Reservations are encouraged, but not required.
• Submit this form to request an embroidery/sewing machine reservation at one of our Creative Experience locations.
Things to Know
• If it is your first time using the embroidery/sewing machine or if you need assistance using the machine, it is recommended that you make a Tech Connect appointment to ensure that there is a staff member available to assist you one-on-one.
• Customers are responsible for ensuring the completion of their project. You must be logged into and using the computer during the duration of your project.
Resources
• Ink/Stitch: Free, open-source extension for Inkscape that lets you turn your artwork or design into an embroidery file.
• Inkscape: Free, open-source design program used to create and edit vector graphics.
• Creativebug: Access thousands of video classes on arts and crafts techniques, including sewing projects with your SLPL card.
Need help getting started?
Check out our events calendar for upcoming Creative Experience programs or schedule a one-on-one Tech Connect appointment.
