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| + | Thanks to the [[Embroidery Pledge]] we now have a '''Brother Innov-is 750E Embroidery Machine'''. | ||
| − | === | + | ==How to use== |
| − | + | Some guideline on using the machine are on the [[Embroidery Machine/Inductions]] page. | |
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| + | ==Software== | ||
| + | The official software for the machine is available online, but costs about £400 see [https://www.brothersewingshop.co.uk/software Software (Brother)]. | ||
| + | As the [[:File:Brother_PE-Design_Plus_Instruction_Manual.pdf|Maunal]] explains, if you are just importing and tweaking .bmp files, so you can use any image editor to make your design, then tweak it in PE Design. | ||
| − | === | + | ===Creating a .bmp=== |
| + | Many program can create .bmp bitmps: | ||
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| + | * [https://www.getpaint.net Paint.net] (Windows) | ||
| + | * GIMP (Windows, Linux) | ||
| + | * MTPaint (Windows, Linux) | ||
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| + | Other programs can export .png bitmaps which can be converted to .bmp files: | ||
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| + | * Inkscape (Windows, Linux) | ||
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| + | ==Further reading== | ||
| + | [http://libregraphicsworld.org/blog/entry/embroidery-design-on-linux-now-possible-with-thred linux software @ libregraphicsworld.org] | ||
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| + | Check out Vince J. Accuri's very detailed videos of the Brother PE-770, especially these ones: - | ||
| + | * Upper thread take-up arm problems: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MiuDKcCfj4U | ||
| + | * Bobbin case tension testing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBV-MJI9RHg | ||
| + | * Needle hook timing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_OO0hJHLMFo | ||
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[[Category:Craft and textiles]] | [[Category:Craft and textiles]] | ||
[[Category:Tools and Equipment]] | [[Category:Tools and Equipment]] | ||
Revision as of 12:58, 14 April 2019
| Embroidery Machine | |
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| Manufacturer | Brother |
| Model | Innov-is 750E |
| Obtained | Pledge Drive (August 2016) |
| Location | Textiles Workshop |
| Team | Craft & Textiles |
| Induction Required | Yes (use request form) |
| Tools: all pages • list • Power Tools • Broken tools {{}} | |
Thanks to the Embroidery Pledge we now have a Brother Innov-is 750E Embroidery Machine.
How to use
Some guideline on using the machine are on the Embroidery Machine/Inductions page.
Software
The official software for the machine is available online, but costs about £400 see Software (Brother).
As the Maunal explains, if you are just importing and tweaking .bmp files, so you can use any image editor to make your design, then tweak it in PE Design.
Creating a .bmp
Many program can create .bmp bitmps:
- Paint.net (Windows)
- GIMP (Windows, Linux)
- MTPaint (Windows, Linux)
Other programs can export .png bitmaps which can be converted to .bmp files:
- Inkscape (Windows, Linux)
Further reading
linux software @ libregraphicsworld.org
Check out Vince J. Accuri's very detailed videos of the Brother PE-770, especially these ones: -
- Upper thread take-up arm problems: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MiuDKcCfj4U
- Bobbin case tension testing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBV-MJI9RHg
- Needle hook timing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_OO0hJHLMFo