If this was a raster file instead of a vector, some additional steps would need to be taken to reduce the number of colors in the design. I used Wilcom’s Embroidery Studio software which is a top-notch professional program. So, let’s look at some embroidery files that I created from high-quality vector. These crafters are looking for a quick trace function similar to what exists in vinyl/graphics. I know from interacting with customers that many crafters who are familiar with vinyl and digital cutting are entering the embroidery world. Prices range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. Not only is it respectful, it will prevent expensive and time-consuming legal troubles down the road.Īhhh, but there *is* a way to convert and it’s called auto-digitizing and there are quite a few programs out there (and even machines!) promising to easily convert your graphics to embroidery files with a few clicks. IMPORTANT: Before digitizing an image or having it digitized or tracing it for any other use, please, please, please be sure you have the proper license/permission from the artist. Graphics files need to be digitized for embroidery, preferably by a skilled and experienced digitizer. Graphics files are made up of shapes and objects (vector) or pixels (raster/bitmap) and embroidery files are made up of stitch commands that tell the machine when to start, stop, change colors, what length of stitch, what direction, and many other variables. They are two totally different types of files. Any use without the express permission of Simply Featherweights is not permitted.As a digitizer, some of the questions I’m frequently asked are, “How do I convert a JPG to a PES file? What software do you recommend for creating my own designs?” I usually answer by letting the person know that there’s not really a way to simply “convert” a graphics format to an embroidery format and end up with a usable design. If you wish to use on items that you sell please contact us here.įeatherheads Anonymous is copywrited and trademark pending. Please make sure you have chosen the correct format for your embroidery machine!Įmbroidery is for personal use only and not intended for use on resale items. Please contact us for custom sizing by clicking here.

It is also available in package pricing of 3 sizes either 5', 4' and 3' or 4', 3', and 2'. If the file will not work with your machine please contact us by clicking here.Įmbroidery is available individually in 11'x9.2, 5'x4.2', 4'x3.3', 3'x2.5' and 2'x1.7' sizes. If you are not sure if it will work with your machine check your manual or do a search online.

dst format works with almost every embroidery machine. Are you addicted to Featherweights or know someone who is? Welcome to Featherweights Anonymous! A fun and simple way to celebrate your love of this amazing vintage machine! If you have an embroidery machine this easy way to download the pattern and worksheet is for you.

How to create a pes embroidery file