What Are The Main Machine Embroidery Bobbin Types?


It's All About That Bobbin
Let’s face it, every time you do machine embroidery, a bobbin is needed in your machine. Picking a bobbin for your machine doesn’t have to be painful. There are three main types of bobbins.
Top 3 Types of Bobbins

1. Paper Sided Bobbins
Most common bobbin used in embroidery machines, economical and consistent.

2. Magnetic Bobbins
Creates consistent thread delivery during the embroidery process, with consistent tension throughout the entire bobbin.

3. Sideless Bobbins
Most economical bobbin (with or without core) runs great and saves money.
Top 3 Types Of Bobbin Threads
1. 100% Continuous Filament Polyester Bobbin Thread
Durable, consistent, smooth running, no lint and most commonly chosen by professionals.
2. 100% Spun Polyester Bobbin Thread
Very strong, offers excellent tension control and a great choice by professional embroiderers.
3. 100% Cotton Bobbin Thread
A choice by professionals, that is intended for delicate script, dainty embroidery and on fabrics and garments that will be dyed.
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