The process of embroidery digitizing is really so easy. The way it sounds all digital and computerized should not be overwhelming for us. In fact, digitizing made embroidery all the more easier and fun.
Let's tackle the matter of getting or purchasing a good embroidery machine first. Before going out to the appliances shops, make sure to bring a few pieces of fabric or cloth you can use later in testing the embroidery digitizing machines. Once in the shop, don't be shy to ask for the salesperson's help in choosing a good machine. They will probably try to convince you to buy a rather expensive machine in their collection. But there is no denying that they have considerable knowledge in what embroidery machine you should use for your needs.
Make sure you explain clearly to the salesperson helping you about what you want from the embroidery machine. They might be able to help you pick out the most compatible machine, one that surely fits your requirements. And with the cloths you have with you, make sure to test the different machines available to you. Ask for a demonstration from the salesperson first, and then try the embroidery machine for yourself. It is important for you to get the feel of it and be comfortable with it before buying it.
For embroidery digitizing, you will need to purchase and install digitizing software. Many companies now sell these handy programs in a range of prices. There are those you can buy for less than $100, and there are those that amount to more than $8,000. The more you pay, the more features come with the program. In using the digitizing software, you will need the design you want embroidered, of course. You can load a pre-made design, or you can make one on your own. With a pre-made or existing file, you will need to open the file in the program and make the necessary additions or adjustments to the design. You can add text, change the size and colors, and edit the stitch types. Once you have previewed and finalized your design, save it in file that your embroidery machine can read. With the digitized design saved to your machine's card, the machine will be able to start with the embroidery project.
The rest of the materials come into play with the embroidery machine, of course. The cloth and the threads will be manipulated by the machine and transformed into the embroidery design you made with the digitizing software.