When a design is larger than your hoop, you split it into sections and stitch them in sequence with precise alignment. Done right, the seam is invisible.
How to Stitch Oversized Designs
- 1Decide where the design will split along a natural break in the artwork.
- 2Stitch the first section, keeping registration marks.
- 3Re-hoop the fabric, aligning to the marks or the machine's positioning guides.
- 4Stitch the next section, checking alignment before each color.
- 5Repeat until the full design is complete.
How to Get It Right
- 1Use a hoop as large as your machine allows to minimize splits.
- 2Mark center and alignment points on the fabric before you start.
- 3Use a strong cutaway so the fabric doesn't shift between hoopings.
- 4Take your time aligning — a small offset is very visible.
- 5Test the split design on scrap first.
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With split designs, the difference between professional and amateur is alignment. Use registration marks and re-hoop carefully.