Embroidery is a popular way of manufacturing garments nowadays. You’ll be able to see all sorts of embroidered text or designs on jackets, shirts, hats and more. It gives both a visual 3D feel and durability. There are a variety of embroidery styles, including cross stitch, krull embroidery, and walking stitch, to name a few.Different ways of embroidery will again have different effects visually. Below I’ll give you a closer look at types of embroidery stitching to help you learn more about embroidery crafts that are suitable for customized garments.
What is Embroidery
A pattern formed by machine or hand stitching is embroidery. You will use different fabrics and embroidery stitches to form various embroidery patterns. Hand embroidery is mainly categorized into surface embroidery, counted thread embroidery and canvas work. I’ll go over some specific types of embroidery below.
Materials You Need to Prepare before Starting Embroidery
Whether you’re a garment factory using machine embroidery or an art enthusiast creating your own, the following embroidery materials will be essential for your embroidery process:
Needles
You will find a wide variety of needles when you choose one. Does that mean you can just choose? No, you need to choose the most appropriate needle for the embroidery process. Different needles are suitable for different fabrics and embroidery effects. Poke embroidery needles are fast and can quickly complete a rich pattern; French embroidery needles are used for sewing jewelry on haute couture gowns; Chenille Needles are often used to sew wool threads, and their long eyelets go well through the wool threads.
Thread
There are also many types of embroidery threads, including cotton thread, silk thread, and linen thread. Different types of embroidery floss bring out different pattern effects. Cotton thread fabrics are just capable of giving a warm, cozy feeling; Silk thread stitching reveals a glossy finish and looks very elegant and noble; Twine is strong and durable, and the clothes it makes are often comfortable and breathable.
Hoop
Loose fabric can affect the sewing process and the pattern effect. The embroidery bandage tautens the fabric, making it easier and more comfortable for you to create. In addition, the embroidery bandage is able to be used as a frame to finish your embroidery work.
Fabric
Many fabrics such as silk, felt, canvas, etc. can be embroidered. However, you’ll want to avoid fabrics that are too thin and too loose when choosing fabrics. The needle and thread won’t be able to pass steadily through these fabrics, making them prone to skipped stitches and distortion, among other problems.
Other basic materials
In addition to this, aids such as scissors, thread removers, tape measures, fabric markers, needle threaders, etc. will help your embroidery process go more smoothly.
Different Types of Embroidery
Surface Embroidery
Surface embroidery differs from other embroidery methods in that it involves embroidering directly on the canvas. It is capable of creating different designs in a variety of styles, forms and patterns, among others. You are free to use your personal creativity and imagination. Both simple and complex embroidery patterns can be presented.
Crewel embroidery
The same stitches are used as for surface embroidery, but Crewel embroidery emphasizes the use of fine wool and yarn to sew the outline of the pattern. The patterns formed by this method are also much more three-dimensional, and figures, landscapes and animals are all able to be created using it.
Whitework Embroidery
Whitework embroidery is stitching with white thread (unbleached cotton or linen thread) on a white base. The lace embroidery you see is typical of whitework embroidery. Whitework embroidery is available in a variety of forms, including freehand, counted thread and canvas embroidery, to name a few, and can create interesting textures in a variety of styles.
Redwork embroidery
Similar to whitework embroidery, Redwork embroidery is the use of red thread on white fabric. Similarly, Blackwork Embroidery and Bluework Embroidery are designs that use black and blue lines.
Cross Stitch Embroidery
Cross stitch is a very popular form of embroidery nowadays. X diagonal stitches on airedale fabric with holes in it. You can finish one cross to the next or half cross stitch then go back and finish the rest. Both methods are capable of accomplishing rich embroidery work.
This method is very suitable for beginners and is simple and easy to follow.
Candlewick Embroidery
Candlewick Embroidery is a traditional white thread embroidery. In the past, people embroidered by combining unbleached cotton thread and white cloth. Now, designers will use colored embroidery threads and white threads on white backgrounds to add more color. Candlewick Embroidery is used for the back cushions on the sofa bed.
Goldwork Embroidery
Goldwork embroidery first originated in China and has a history of over 2000 years. However, Goldwork embroidery is not real gold wire but mostly gold-plated silver wire. The use of Goldwork embroidery on military uniforms and dresses will make the garments shine and look expensive.
Shadow Work Embroidery
Shadow Work Embroidery will look even better shaded on semi or fully transparent fabrics such as fine cottons, tulle, organza, etc.
Drawn Thread Embroidery
This type of embroidery is different from other ways of sewing with thread. It involves cutting or pulling out the fabric and re-sewing it to form holes of different shapes so that a new pattern can be formed on the fabric.
Pulled Thread Embroidery
Unlike drawn thread, pulled thread embroidery creates holes by physically pulling the fabric with stitches.You can sew openwork embroidery patterns without cutting the thread, which is often used for edging clothing or textiles.
Cutwork
This embroidery method involves cutting out a shape from the fabric and then wrapping the edges of the cut-out pattern with binding stitches.Visually, it will make you feel more three-dimensional and layered.
Stumpwork
Stumpwork, also known as raised embroidery, is the use of raised embroidery stitches to create a three-dimensional effect. With dimensionalization, the embroidery will appear layered, as if the embroidery work will leap out of the fabric. You are also able to use wire to add more dimension to the piece.
Thread Painting
Thread Painting uses a method of embroidery that interlaces long and short stitches to create realistic and detailed designs on fabric. Portraits, animals and landscapes come to life with this method of embroidery, layering and colorful threads to create sharp shadows and clear layers.
Punch Needle
If you like a fun and beautiful way to embroider, you can’t go wrong with Punch Needle. This is a very popular form of embroidery for young and old nowadays, as it uses more than the traditional sewing needle and cotton thread. It requires you to use a poking needle and wool to poke out clusters of wool on an even piece of fabric. Like cross stitch, Punch Needle requires an embroidery bandage to hold the fabric in place and maintain sufficient tension.
Ribbon Embroidery
Ribbon Embroidery uses silk or ribbon instead of cotton thread to decorate the fabric, bringing a three-dimensional, luxurious texture to the embroidery. This is a great way to embroider flowers in a beautiful, three-dimensional way.
Summarize
You will find that embroidery is diverse and still evolving, not only because of its ability to present exquisite patterns but also because we can feel the charm of history and culture through embroidery. Each type of embroidery can add a different kind of charm to a garment.
Goal Sportswear specializes in providing you with high quality embroidery sportswear. From customization details, sample proofing to mass production we have a professional embroidery team to consult and confirm with you. Whether it’s digital embroidery, logo embroidery or small pattern embroidery, Goal Sportswear creates sportswear that is beautifully crafted and meets your needs. Contact us if you want customized embroidered sportswear, don’t hesitate to contact us.
FAQ
What are the different types of embroidery floss?
Depending on the embroidery requirements, there is a wide variety of embroidery threads available in different types and colors. Common types of embroidery threads include 6-strand embroidery floss, pearl cotton thread, wool yarn, rayon, and metallic embroidery thread, etc.These embroidery threads are suitable not only for hand embroidery but also for machine embroidery.
Which type of machine embroidery thread is the best?
40wt polyester thread.It is durable, washable, and resistant to fading, making it ideal for uniforms, shirts, and other items that require frequent washing.The fade-resistant properties of polyester thread make it excellent for showcasing the details of embroidery.
What are the disadvantages of embroidery thread?
Although embroidery offers excellent visual appeal, it also has some drawbacks.It is only able to provide a clear edge pattern, while the details, shadows and gradations of the pattern will not be represented by embroidery and will appear as distinct color blocks.
Do I need a computer to use the embroidery machine?
Yes, it’s necessary. Using computer embroidery software, you can directly design patterns and modify their size and details.
How do you transfer embroidery patterns onto clothing?
You will need to use an ironing pen to transfer the design onto the iron-on transfer paper.Then paint over the stabilizer to attach to the garment for stitching.
What should I put behind the embroidery on my dress?
You can use a soft iron-on bonded interlining behind the embroidery to protect the skin from chafing. In addition, tearable stabilizers can form a temporary protective film for embroidery.
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