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Every single time I have attempted hats on my Sai I get the 322 error code having to do with the Y axis per the manual. Someone told me it has to do with the bill of the hat hitting the machine. I’ve tried to bend it out of the way as much as possible but it still never works. Any thoughts on this frustrating issue? Thank you for a great video.
That error occurs when you trace that design and prevent the machine from ruining caps when the design is too close to the bill. Yes, it is caused by the resistance when the bill is too close back of the machine. Bending the bill helps and then I move the design slightly higher until the error message does not show up.
Hi John, I just wanted to say I really love your videos and in particular the great looking digitizing that you show from time to time, which leads me to my next question, do you offer digitizing services? If not can you recommend someone??
Thanks for the compliment. We haven’t offered custom digitizing for many years as our focus has been on stock designs. Unfortunately don’t have any outsourcing recommendations but I know there are not shortage of digitizing companies offering services.
Thank you so much. I use Hatch, and although they have a tin of videos and your partnership with them have ended, I have learned a lot from the course I purchased from you.
Hello MR John, what needle size recommended for embroidery hats. I have same machine and im new on this field, hopefully i can learn from you,, greetings from MTY Mexico
@darehousegrill Generally, a 75/11 needle is the most commonly used needle size for embroidering on hats. However, the ideal needle size can vary slightly depending on a few factors: *Hat Material: Thicker hat materials might require a slightly larger needle like an 80/12 for easier penetration. *Embroidery Design: Fine details might benefit from a smaller needle like a 70/10, while bolder designs can handle a larger needle. *Embroidery Machine: Some machines might have specific needle recommendations based on their hook and thread tension systems.
I always enjoy watching your videos because you are very thorough. I do have your book. I read it and have re-read it several times to be sure I have a clear understanding about embroidery -- dos and don'ts. Thank you for sharing your attention to detail.
Was that design specific for hats? If not, did you reduce the number of stitches or anything like that? Do you have designs on your site that are hat specific?
If artwork falls within a size that might be used on a cap we try to digitize it for that application, if a design runs well on a cap it will run well on a flat surface. For that reason we don’t have a cap category on our site.
John... you spent over an hour on the phone with me walking me through this subject and I'm very appreciative of your knowledge! I ended up with Happy's... one you admitted not knowing much about but being made in Japan was a good thing since the Barudans and Tajima's are as well. Those two companies were very hard to deal with as a "home based business "... like they couldn't be bothered with the little guy... lol. I just added 2 more Happy 15 needles to my studio.. you may want to check them out as well. I personally would never buy the Chinese machines, and the "Brother/Babylocks" just have too much "fluff stuff" on them. Definitely more "bang for the buck" with the smaller, true commercial machines.
John... you spent over an hour on the phone with me walking me through this subject and I'm very appreciative of your knowledge! I ended up with Happy's... one you admitted not knowing much about but being made in Japan was a good thing since the Barudans and Tajima's are as well. Those two companies were very hard to deal with as a "home based business "... like they couldn't be bothered with the little guy... lol. I just added 2 more Happy 15 needles to my studio.. you may want to check them out as well. I personally would never buy the Chinese machines, and the "Brother/Babylocks" just have too much "fluff stuff" on them. Definitely more "bang for the buck" with the smaller, true commercial machines.
I have been embroidering for over 40 years and had my first bird's nest today. My hoop was properly seated and I was not stitching a design which could have caused it because I have stitched the same design twice before. I was able to clean up the bird's nest without any problems before finding your video. I usually use a tubular hoop support and did not have that hooked up so maybe that's what the problem was. I will make sure I take caution in hooping my mighty hoop along with the tubular support so that this doesn't happen again. At least I am now aware of what may have caused the problem. Thank you.
When I started 2 years ago in embroidery I was using brother pe-10 software. I have since become a decent digitizer and embroider (IMO) that uses Hatch because of you and your team John. It's a real shame Wilcom didn't extend your contract. Watching all the lessons and everything you did really put me on the right path for our business. Very cool to see a partnership with Tajima. I hope to acquire one of their machines in the future. Everyone I see always have positive things to say about Tajima's. Thanks John and team for all the content.
Tajima SAI is a workhorse! Works well with all kinds of thread. I've had this machine for 3+ years. I've only adjusted the top tension for wooly thread. I have used, metallic thread, 12, 30, 60 and 75 weight thread and only changed the needle size. Does hats, including 3D foam, and small lettering excellent. I also own the TMEZ. I use both to complete large orders. Love the SAI and the crosshair alignment laser.
Wanda - Tualatin, OR - Took a class from you, sponsored by Montavilla Sewing Center in Portland, OR… I think more than 10 yrs ago… Brought old paper tape to class, which was given to me by a shop that closed.
I agree with the big three commercial brand recommendations. I’m surprised Melco wasn’t mentioned, though. I’ve had several of them and they are workhorses.
The stand is an optional feature on the SAI! Prices and styles depend on the distribuitors :) Make sure to fill out the form in the description to get a representative giving you the most accurate prices near you!
I'm late, couldn't be with you life, because we had to go to our hospital. Our little daughter girl had severe stomach pain. Just came back home with her.
@@EmbroideryLegacy dear lovely friends. Yes, after 24 hours and another check before 1 hour we can confirm, that my little sunshine is ok again. Thank you so much for your worries and support
