How to use Classic and Designables Design Collections

Classic and Designables Designs Collections are part of a new approach to embroidery designs and when used in conjuction with Compositions software make it easier for you to manipulate these 20 designs to create an infinite amount of unique combinations. All of theses designs were created to give you the maximum amount of design versatility. Compositions software was designed to make the editing process effortless and expand the inherent flexibility of the designs.
These designs were created to be used in conjunction with each other. Because of this you can use the designs together to create the perfect design for the project upon which you are placing it. Embroidery is most effective when it has a relationship with the garment or base fabric you pair it with. Up until now embroidery designs have been created to be used singly and only offered limited flexibility. The Classic and Designables collections have changed all of that, but to use them to the fullest advantage it is helpful for you to ask yourself the following questions first:

Design
Is the design’s overall shape appropriate for the garment piece upon which it is to be placed? How can I combine the Designables together to create a shape the works better with the section of the garment upon which it is being embroidered?

Size
Is the size of the embroidery appropriate for the placement and the intended impact? Not only can you make the finished design smaller or larger by adding or subtracting Elements but you can also choose the size of the individual Designs.

Colors
Do the colors maximize the impact of the design and interact in an effective way with the base fabric color? Remember the suggested thread colors are just the suggested. You can change then to suit the fabric color upon which it is being placed.

Placement
What is achieved by the placement of the embroidery? Does it emphasize/ minimize a specific area of the garment or minimize or maximize an aspect of the body? Ask yourself why you are using embroidery and place it in the most appropriate part of the garment in order to achieve that effect.

Creativity
What could you have done to make your design even better? Would the addition of an appliqué have added to the overall impact of your design? If so what type of fabric would have worked best?

Production Efficiency
Does your design run smoothly?
Quality designs run on the embroidery machines with a minimum of thread breaks and a minimum stitch count, jumps and color changes. Compositions allows you to minimize both jumps and color changes automatically.

Accessory choices
Did you take the time to choose the right consumables?
The proper use of consumables plays a large part in producing a quality end product. By consumables I mean Backing, Topping, and Needles. Saving money by eliminating topping on fabrics with a nap or uneven texture can cause you embroidery stitches to look uneven. Using a sharp needle on knits can cause runs and pulls in the fabric. Using too heavy or stiff a backing can cause the embroidery to rob the base fabric of its hand and make it drape improperly.

After answering these questions you are now ready to create the perfect embroidered creation for your garment.