new to Embroidery

nolefan97 · September 19th, 2007, 08:42 AM

I have been in the apparel printing business for 10 years. I am looking to buy an embroidery machine. I will start out with a 1 head machine.

What are some good user friendly machines for me to look for?

What type of software should I look for that is easy to use?

Any help would be nice.

Thanks,

SkyLinePrints · September 19th, 2007, 08:44 AM

IMHO, the easiest to learn with the flatest learning curve is the Melco Amaya XT. I have owned and do own others but hands down my employees get up to speed much faster on the Amaya XT than they do any other machine.

Robert Young · October 27th, 2007, 12:02 PM

Hi, If you have the money you really cannot go wrong with any of the Tajima models... and they hold resale value better than most. We go with SWF personally though, seems to be almost identical to the Tajimas but much better price points... and they are steel framed and just look like they are more industrial than some of the smaller machines that are primarily plastic and cheaper looking.
We have an SWF E-U1501 right in the front window and because of it's look as a more substantial machine it draws alot of business for us.

Just my 2 cents.. best of luck!!

rob21 · October 30th, 2007, 10:24 AM

I agree with Robert Young, if you have large budget, Tajima is your number one choice. If you want a cheaper but still a good one, SWF is the best option.

As for the ease of use, I find almost all machines (not only embroidery machine) has a steep learning curve, make sure the brand you'll buy provides training and technical support.

mr.embroidery · November 19th, 2007, 07:40 PM

I have a tajima neo2.it has a lot of errors. very hard to operate.Dont waste your money for Tajima.pay a couple thousands and get Barudan.

tonym · November 24th, 2007, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mr.embroidery

I have a tajima neo2.it has a lot of errors. very hard to operate.Dont waste your money for Tajima.pay a couple thousands and get Barudan.

if you bought new you have a year to go to school for that machine.....you should change 'ur name to NOOBIEEMBROIDERY untill then ...you seem to have little to no clue what you are talking about

nolefan97 · December 23rd, 2007, 01:48 PM

I bought the Toyota 9000. I have been using it for 2 weeks.
It was very easy to use. I know I still have alot to learn, but it is going very well.

Does anyone know of a good source for tech help. Either book, video or person to call for quick questions about embroidery.

Thanks,

SkyLinePrints · December 23rd, 2007, 03:16 PM

John Deere has videos and other stuff that will help you learn. Check out:

http://www.adorableideas.com/

also

Strawberry Stitch

http://www.strawberrystitch.com/

Loveorca · January 7th, 2008, 01:15 AM

Thank you for the web sites, I am very new to digitizing and they are wonderful for educational ideas.

Cheers