fast frames

[cmack]

Just purchased some fast frames, they look like they will work good as soon as I get the thread breaks and false bobin breaks taken care of.
anyone else have this problem? and what fixed it?

[The Embroidery Authority - OLD]

Dear Crack,
Know that if you are using "sticky backing" along with your fast frames, this backing is usually a "tear-a-way" grade of backing. When using tear-a-way, if your fabric isn't stable enough (meaning not too stretchy) you must be sure that your satin columns are not too thin and that you are not putting too many stitches in one place.
What's happening is the tear-a-way backing is tearing away as the needle penetrates whereby not giving you the support you need and then it's like not having any support for the fabric at all. You may be tearing holes as you sew and we all know you can't embroider in a hole.
consider adding some additional backing under the fast frame (be it cut-a-way or more tear-a-way) or edit your design so your columns aren't too thin or too many stitches in one area.
Best of luck,
Ed

[Barbara Bunker]

I've found that Floriani's Perfect Stitch is the best sticky-back stabilizer. It sews like fabric instead of paper. Available through RNK Distributing, or go to thr Floriani site then click the link.

Barb Bunker, Broomfield, CO