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Starting an Embroidery Business from Home
From Hobby to Profitable Home Business The embroidery market is growing. Here is why starting with a MYADDTIME machine is your best bet: Most home entrepreneurs start with our 8-needle model. It’s compact enough for a spare room but powerful enough to handle bulk orders of T-shirts and hats. Once your order volume grows, upgrading to a 15-needle machine allows for larger designs and faster turnaround. Focus on niches like local sports teams, small businesses for uniforms, or Etsy for personalized gifts. Read more...
Maintenance Guide for Your 15-Needle Commercial Machine
Keep Your Machine Running at Peak Performance A well-maintained machine lasts longer and produces better quality. Follow this checklist: Daily Oiling: Apply a drop of oil to the rotary hook every 4-8 hours of use. Lint Removal: Use canned air or a small brush to clean the bobbin area and thread paths daily. Needle Check: Replace needles every 8-10 hours of active embroidery or if you notice thread breaks. Weekly Inspection: Check the tension and tighten any loose screws in the frame assembly. Read more...
How to Embroider Hats Like a Pro
Mastering Hat Embroidery with Your Multi-Needle Machine Embroidering hats is one of the most profitable services you can offer. With a MYADDTIME multi-needle machine, the process is streamlined. Here’s how to get started: Choose the Right Stabilizer: Use a heavy-weight tear-away stabilizer specifically designed for caps. Hooping the Cap: Use the included cap driver. Ensure the hat is centered and pulled tight to avoid shifting. Adjusting the Presser Foot: Set the height to accommodate the thickness of the cap material. Speed Control: Start with a lower speed (600-700 SPM) for... Read more...