By knowing the speed of your embroidery machine, you can find out how long it will take to embroider a design.
To use the embroidery calculator, click on the number of stitches in the product description.
Nutcracker
Size: 30.0x70.2 mm (1.18x2.76 "), Stitches: 4579
Size: 32.9x77.2 mm (1.30x3.04 "), Stitches: 5165
Size: 36.1x84.9 mm (1.42x3.34 "), Stitches: 5843
Christmas tree
Size: 60.3x78.6 mm (2.37x3.09 "), Stitches: 6264
Size: 66.5x86.6 mm (2.62x3.41 "), Stitches: 7345
Size: 72.9x95.0 mm (2.87x3.74 "), Stitches: 8403
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How to Embroider Nutcracker and Christmas Tree Designs on Napkins
What fabric is best for embroidery?
The Nutcracker and Christmas Tree machine embroidery designs are perfect for napkins made of dense cotton or linen fabrics weighing 140–200 g/m². This weight ensures stability and a professional appearance without excessive fabric puckering during embroidery.
What stabilizers should be used?
For napkins of this density, a medium-weight tear-away stabilizer is ideal. Choose a stabilizer with a density of 50–80 g/m² (1.5–2 oz/yd²). Additional water-soluble stabilizers are unnecessary for fabrics without a textured surface or looseness.
How to hoop napkins for embroidery?
To ensure clean and precise results, place the tear-away stabilizer under the fabric and hoop both layers tightly. Use stabilizers like Gunold’s TEAR-AWAY 180 or Pellon 806 Stitch-N-Tear for reliable results. Avoid stretching the napkin while hooping, as this may distort the design.
Commercial license included, allowing you to sell finished embroidered items, adding a festive touch to your product line.