TRANSFERRING

DESIGNS
 The embroidery design you choose reflects
who you are or the purpose for which your
project is being done. For a more individual
touch, you may create. If this is not possible
you may copy a design from commercially
available books on embroidery. Whichever
make sure that the design you choose will not
only suit your purpose but will also enhance
the beauty of your fabric.
There are several ways of transferring designs on fabric. Among these
are ironing, tracing, and stamping

1. Hot-iron Transfer
Some designs sold in craft stores are
printed on thin transfer sheets. These are
called hot-iron transfers, the easiest
among the three methods.
2.Tracing Method
Designs may also be transferred using
a tracing wheel and preferably
dressmaker’s carbon paper. However,
when no carbon paper of this type is
available, ordinary carbon paper may be
used.
3. Stamping
In transferring designs by stamping, you
will need soft absorbent cloth, indigo,
kerosene or petroleum, sheets of
newspaper, your perforated design, and
the fabric on which you want to stamp
your design. A perforated pattern of your
design is made by pricking holes along
the lines of the design.
 Good Working Habits
To ensure cleanliness and maintain the good
quality of your work, always bear in mind the
following good working habits.

1. Have clean sewing box with complete sewing

tools.
2. Wash your hand before working.
3. Assemble all needed materials.
4. Clip or tie your hair while working so
you can see your work clearly.
5. Use the appropriate needle for the right
kind of cloth. (See “Fabric, Needle and
Thread, Combination” on next page)
6. Put your scraps of cloth and thread in a
plastic bag.
7. Use embroidery scissors in cutting
thread, not your teeth.
8. An elbow length of thread is appropriate
to use for easier sewing.
9. Work with your hands and not with your
lips.
10. Follow the step-by-step procedure.
11. Fold correctly and keep your fabric in plastic
after working each day.
12. Clean your working area before living the
room.