When working with appliqué it is important to keep in mind the different layers of stitching needed. When you use Digitize Appliqué, the tools included allow you to generate up to four layers of stitching – the program being able to generate all the stitching you will need. To open the properties, simply insert a backdrop image and click ‘Digitize Appliqué’. The docker will automatically open and you can make custom adjustments from here. To learn more about the specific tools included in Digitize Appliqué, read on…
Create Appliqué Objects: Digitize Appliqué allows you to generate the stitching you require for normal appliqué. Getting started is super simple with ‘create appliqué’!
Appliqué Styles: In Appliqué, you have two options – trim-n-place or pre-cut appliqué. Trim-n-place being where you place a patch of fabric, stitch the cutting line then trim the excess. Pre-cut is exactly what it says, where you pre-cut the shape of the appliqué patch and stitch the cutting line.
Appliqué Stitch Settings: Customize your stitch settings. Choose from satin, blanket or zigzag stitching for your cover stitch, you can also adjust stitch width and spacing. For your tack stitch, choose from single run, blanket or zig-zag, and then adjust width and spacing as you please.
Appliqué Fabrics: Assign a fabric or color to your appliqué patch. Choose from factory fabric, custom fabric or a solid color.