Keyfob Digitzing with StitchArtist - 3 ways to create "bubble shaped" name keyfobs

You've seen the style of keyfob that I am talking about - a name or design that has a "bubble or cloud shaped bean stitch" that follows the shape of the design. They are very popular to make as gifts and with Embrilliance StitchArtist you will see how easy it is to "digitize" them.

YES, you can even create these with StitchArtist L1.

Although you can use JUST StitchArtist L1 to create these, if you are using existing designs or lettering objects, you will want to have the customizing functions of Essentials as well. A couple Essentials functions are mentioned in the video, so if you just have StitchArtist, you may not have the capability of Essentials - since in my mind, "Essentials is essential," for all machine embroider-ers, this video assumes you have Essentials and a level of StitchArtist. A bonus section showing how to use the Knockdown(TM) stitch of Enthusiast is also shown and noted that is is an Enthusiast function AS AN OPTION. The third software description talks about how to use the StitchArtist L3 graphical operators o create the cloud like shape. All sorts of options and learning techniques available to you - in ONE video!

This SHORT video shows how to create the keyfob - from the lettering to the cloud shape. From creating the tab to setting the stitch type, and adjust starts and stops. The software portion is wrapped up with changing colors so that the machine stops and adding a basting box to serve as a guide to how big your vinyl has to be.

But wait! We're not done yet! We continue to the machine where I walk you thru the stitching process and talk about some of the tools that I use when I create "fob style in the hoop" embroidery designs - not limited to hanging out with your keys! Think luggage tags, lunchbox name tags, back pack identifiers, gift tags, book marks and more!
All of this in under 25 minutes. So when I said these are quick and easy, once you get the hang of the steps involved, you will develop a smooth rhythm and be able to make your own "bubble/cloud style name keyfobs" in no time flat!

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***Handout:
You can find the handouts for creating keyfobs in StitchArtist (along with notes from my many other classes) at www.Sew-Bubbles.com and click on the SHOP link.

*** Font used to create the names:
Lisa = Xiomara from the Itch 2 Stitch
Oscar - Oscar from the Itch 2 Stitch
Michelle = Watermelon from the Itch 2 Stitch
www.Itch2Stitch.com

*** Marine Vinyl, Rivets, Snaps, Tools, Grommets etc
For marine vinyl, cork and other embroidery gadgets please visit Gayle’s Nest (www.GaylesNest.com). For an additional 20% off her already very competitive prices, use the coupon code LISA when you check out.

*** Thread used:
Mettler Polysheen available from your local quilt store. For those interested in setting up a business account for commercial embroidery, please visit their website to start a conversation - phone number is also listed: http://www.amannusa.com/contact.html

*** Scissors
The scissors I use for trimming are Kai, in particular the following models:
5135 – sturdy sharp blade – these are great for trimming marine vinyl (keyfobs/snap tabs)
5165 – a bit longer sharp blade for smoother cuts – available in very berry, true blue or black
7170 – cuts marine vinyl and cork like a hot knife through warm butter – when you want to spoil yourself 🙂
For jump stitches – 5100C (when trimming jumps in front of the TV) or 5130DC while the item is still in the hoop. The narrow thin blades ensure that your snowmen embroidery designs will NOT have nose hairs!
You can save an additional 20% off the prices on the Kai Scissors website (www.kaiscissors.com) if you use the promo code SHAW.