{"id":3325,"date":"2026-05-08T19:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T19:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/?post_type=knowledge-base&#038;p=3325"},"modified":"2026-05-08T13:22:31","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T13:22:31","slug":"how-to-create-applique-stitches","status":"publish","type":"knowledge-base","link":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/knowledge-base\/how-to-create-applique-stitches\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Create and Customize Applique Stitches in Your Embroidery Software"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Applique stitch type is a specialized embroidery method that requires physical interaction, as it involves attaching a separate piece of fabric onto the hoop during the sewing process. Rather than the machine applying the design entirely on its own, eXPerience 8 automates the necessary machine stops and holding stitches, allowing you to accurately place and trim your fabric throughout the production cycle.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed wp-block-embed-youtube is-type-video is-provider-youtube epyt-figure\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"><div class=\"epyt-video-wrapper\"><div  style=\"display: block; margin: 0px auto;\"  id=\"_ytid_72837\"  width=\"1290\" height=\"725\"  data-origwidth=\"1290\" data-origheight=\"725\" data-facadesrc=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DtGOLgQNUw0?enablejsapi=1&#038;autoplay=0&#038;cc_load_policy=0&#038;cc_lang_pref=&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;loop=0&#038;rel=0&#038;fs=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;autohide=2&#038;theme=dark&#038;color=red&#038;controls=1&#038;disablekb=0&#038;\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__ epyt-facade no-lazyload\" data-epautoplay=\"1\" ><img decoding=\"async\" data-spai-excluded=\"true\" class=\"epyt-facade-poster skip-lazy\" loading=\"lazy\"  alt=\"YouTube player\"  src=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/DtGOLgQNUw0\/maxresdefault.jpg\"  \/><button class=\"epyt-facade-play\" aria-label=\"Play\"><svg data-no-lazy=\"1\" height=\"100%\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 68 48\" width=\"100%\"><path class=\"ytp-large-play-button-bg\" d=\"M66.52,7.74c-0.78-2.93-2.49-5.41-5.42-6.19C55.79,.13,34,0,34,0S12.21,.13,6.9,1.55 C3.97,2.33,2.27,4.81,1.48,7.74C0.06,13.05,0,24,0,24s0.06,10.95,1.48,16.26c0.78,2.93,2.49,5.41,5.42,6.19 C12.21,47.87,34,48,34,48s21.79-0.13,27.1-1.55c2.93-0.78,4.64-3.26,5.42-6.19C67.94,34.95,68,24,68,24S67.94,13.05,66.52,7.74z\" fill=\"#f00\"><\/path><path d=\"M 45,24 27,14 27,34\" fill=\"#fff\"><\/path><\/svg><\/button><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_063810-2f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_063810-2f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_063810-2f\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_063810-2f mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_063810-2f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_063810-2f\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_063810-2f img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_063810-2f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_063810-2f\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading3325_063810-2f wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_063810-2f\"><strong>The Four Stages of Applique Embroidery<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you assign an applique fill to a selected object, the software automatically generates a complete sequence of necessary stitches and machine movements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Placement Stitch:<\/strong> The machine sews a single outline directly onto the background material. This outline serves as your physical guide, indicating the exact placement area for your applique fabric.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tack-Down Stitch:<\/strong> Once the fabric is placed, this secondary stitch securely sews the applique material to the background.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trimming:<\/strong> The operator must manually trim the excess applique fabric as closely to the tack-down line as possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Finishing Stitches:<\/strong> Finally, the machine covers the raw, trimmed edges with a dense border of finishing stitches.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Technical Tip:<\/strong> Before sending the design to your machine, you can preview this exact sequence\u2014including machine stops and frame-out movements\u2014by utilizing the Slow Redraw feature.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_6014bb-20, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_6014bb-20[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_6014bb-20\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_6014bb-20 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_6014bb-20[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_6014bb-20\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_6014bb-20 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_6014bb-20[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_6014bb-20\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading3325_6014bb-20 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_6014bb-20\"><strong>Configuring Trimming Preferences<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>eXPerience 8 provides multiple trimming options to accommodate different production workflows, dictated primarily by when the fabric is cut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Option 1: During Embroidery (Default)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the standard operational method where trimming occurs mid-production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The machine sews the placement outline, then stops and moves the needle away to provide adequate space for you to position the fabric.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After you resume the machine, it executes a series of holding stitches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The machine frames out again and stops. You must now use scissors to carefully trim the excess fabric around the holding stitches.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_12acb2-c7, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_12acb2-c7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_12acb2-c7\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_12acb2-c7 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_12acb2-c7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_12acb2-c7\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_12acb2-c7 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_12acb2-c7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_12acb2-c7\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading3325_12acb2-c7 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_12acb2-c7\"><strong>Option 2: After Embroidery<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer to clean up the edges post-production, this option alters the machine&#8217;s stopping behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The initial placement outline and framing out behave identically to the default setting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>However, the machine will not stop for you to trim the excess material midway through. You must complete the trimming manually only after the entire production cycle has finished.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_f3dd9c-4d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_f3dd9c-4d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_f3dd9c-4d\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_f3dd9c-4d mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_f3dd9c-4d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_f3dd9c-4d\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_f3dd9c-4d img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_f3dd9c-4d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_f3dd9c-4d\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading3325_f3dd9c-4d wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_f3dd9c-4d\"><strong>Option 3: Pre-Cut Applique Pieces<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prepare your fabric shapes beforehand\u2014such as by using a digital cutter\u2014you can bypass the trimming stops entirely to speed up production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pre-cut with Glue:<\/strong> The machine stops only once after the placement stitch. You place your pre-cut, glue-stabilized fabric, and the machine proceeds directly to the finishing stitches and the remainder of the design without further stops.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pre-cut with Zig-zag or E-stitch:<\/strong> The machine stops once for fabric placement. Upon resuming, it secures the fabric using your chosen holding stitch (Zig-zag or E-stitch) and continues seamlessly into the finishing stitches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_07795c-b9, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_07795c-b9[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_07795c-b9\"]{text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_07795c-b9 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_07795c-b9[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_07795c-b9\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_07795c-b9 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_07795c-b9[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_07795c-b9\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading3325_07795c-b9 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_07795c-b9\"><strong>Fine-Tuning Applique Properties<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_750a8f-07, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_750a8f-07[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_750a8f-07\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_750a8f-07 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_750a8f-07[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_750a8f-07\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_750a8f-07 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_750a8f-07[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_750a8f-07\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading3325_750a8f-07 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_750a8f-07\"><strong>Adjusting the Tack-down Offset<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Tack-down Offset parameter provides precise control by moving the tack-down stitch slightly inward or outward from the original shape boundary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If left at a default offset of 0, the tack-down stitch falls exactly on the edge of your shape, which may allow fabric threads to peek out after finishing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By adding a negative offset, you move the tack-down stitch inside the shape&#8217;s boundary. This ensures the raw edges are pulled inward and remain completely hidden beneath the final finishing stitches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_f80edb-e3, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_f80edb-e3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_f80edb-e3\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_f80edb-e3 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_f80edb-e3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_f80edb-e3\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_f80edb-e3 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_f80edb-e3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_f80edb-e3\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading3325_f80edb-e3 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_f80edb-e3\"><strong>Selecting Decoration and Finishing Stitches<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You have full control over the structural and aesthetic appearance of the final edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Zigzag fix:<\/strong> Applies a Satin serial outline engineered with an increased stitch density.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>E-stitch fix:<\/strong> Applies a running outline customized with an Applique style. You can further modify this edge by selecting alternative styles or multi-frame styles within the properties panel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Satin fix:<\/strong> Applies a standard density Satin serial outline. You can customize its properties deeply, including adjusting the overall density, adding supportive underlay, or enabling a random stitches effect for texture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_574b1f-0b, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_574b1f-0b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_574b1f-0b\"]{text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_574b1f-0b mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_574b1f-0b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_574b1f-0b\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_574b1f-0b img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_574b1f-0b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_574b1f-0b\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading3325_574b1f-0b wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_574b1f-0b\"><strong>Advanced Applique Workflow Adjustments<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_d7ae2f-16, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_d7ae2f-16[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_d7ae2f-16\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_d7ae2f-16 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_d7ae2f-16[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_d7ae2f-16\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_d7ae2f-16 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_d7ae2f-16[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_d7ae2f-16\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading3325_d7ae2f-16 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_d7ae2f-16\"><strong>Using the Auto-Sequence Tool<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For complex designs requiring distinct colorways or specialized layering, you may need to separate the applique fabric process from the final decorative stitching. Running the Auto-sequence tool completely detaches the applique setup part from the finishing stitches. Once separated, you can independently re-sequence when the finishing stitches occur or apply a different thread color strictly to the border.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_2dcb22-e5, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_2dcb22-e5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_2dcb22-e5\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_2dcb22-e5 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_2dcb22-e5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_2dcb22-e5\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_2dcb22-e5 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading3325_2dcb22-e5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_2dcb22-e5\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading3325_2dcb22-e5 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading3325_2dcb22-e5\"><strong>Adjusting the Frame-Out Distance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure you have adequate physical space to work when the hoop pushes out for fabric placement or manual trimming, you can specify the exact frame-out distance. Navigate to the Optimizer options to set your desired travel distance; for example, entering 50mm will result in exactly a 5 cm frame-out movement from the needle.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Applique stitch type is a specialized embroidery method that requires physical interaction, as it involves attaching a separate piece of fabric onto the hoop during the sewing process.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3326,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_kad_blocks_custom_css":"","_kad_blocks_head_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_body_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_footer_custom_js":"","_kadence_starter_templates_imported_post":false,"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"_kad_post_classname":""},"categories-kb":[333,337],"class_list":["post-3325","knowledge-base","type-knowledge-base","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","categories-kb-how-to-training","categories-kb-how-to-training-advanced"],"acf":[],"taxonomy_info":{"categories-kb":[{"value":333,"label":"How to Training"},{"value":337,"label":"How to Training - Advanced"}]},"featured_image_src_large":["https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/maxresdefault1-1024x576.jpg",1024,576,true],"author_info":{"display_name":"eXPerience embroidery software","author_link":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/author\/experience-embroidery-software\/"},"comment_info":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/knowledge-base\/3325","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/knowledge-base"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/knowledge-base"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3326"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3325"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"categories-kb","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories-kb?post=3325"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}