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    Some technical topics are very straight forward and objective. Other issues I have handled are influenced by the perception and opinion of the users. One such issue is sewing machine vibration. Any machine that contains moving parts will have some level of vibration that is expected. The question is how much is too much. In this article, I will explain what causes vibration, try to dispel a few myths, and hopefully help you understand how to get a handle on the shakes.

So I can see this topic is important to many of you out there. I have received several messages about my last post on pattern digitizing. So.. I have crafted an answer to one of the questions. Basically the question is this.. if you already use AutoSketch to digitize patterns, is Art 'n Stitch worth your time and effrot to learn - not to mention your $$ to buy it.

So I received several good questions from a contact via the BLOG about digizing in Illustrator. This whole topic is miltu-faceted. So I thought is might be useful to all you to read the questions, and my answers. ;-)

 Steps and considerations in solving technical problems

(As seen in "Machine Quilting Unlimited")

   During the years I have provided technical support to sewing machine operators, there have been many topics that surface when solving problems. These can vary from thread quality to skipping stitches to proper machine lubrication. I spend many hours each week walking people through various troubleshooting areas to come to resolutions - sometimes over the phone and other times in person. I am excited to have the opportunity to reach many sewers and quilters with technical topics.  I plan to cover the nitty gritty details of specific problems for domestic and longarm machines. To begin, I will review a basic lesson, and possibly the most important. It takes patience to overcome any issue. In this article, I want to outline necessary steps to being ready for issues, things to do once a problem arises, and what can be done to maximize learning from the experience.

So got a message asking about troubles with digitizing with Adobe Illustrator. The message referenced my blog entry about that topic.