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These parameters apply only to selected objects that are Column objects.
This page describes the parameters for Column objects in Embird Studio NEXT, a software used for computerized machine embroidery. It details three distinct methods for filling columns with stitches: Zig-Zag Sample (Satin stitch), Strips, and Multilayer. The Zig-Zag Sample fill offers extensive customization options including stitch patterns, spacing, underlay, cover stitches, effects like random broadening and envelope, and the gradient effect. The Strips fill creates lines along the column edges with adjustable strip count and stitch length. Finally, the Multilayer fill is used to create raised effects by layering zig-zag stitches with control over the number of layers and their offset.
A Column object has a start base, two edges, an end base, and optional inner segments.
(A) is the column starting point. It lies on the first edge (1). (B) is the end point; it lies on the second edge (2). (C) is the start base, (D) is the end base. (S) is an optional inner segment. A Column may contain any number of inner segments.
Column objects can be filled with stitches in the following ways:
This kind of fill is also called a satin stitch if simple zig-zag sample is used.
Column object filled with zig-zag samples.
Sample is the zig-zag stitch pattern that fills the Column object. Stitch samples differ in the number of stitches and their layout.
Spacing parameter defines the maximum distance between stitch samples. If the Column object forms an arc, the distance on the inner curve is smaller.
Auto Shortening is a function that shortens some stitches on the inner side of an arc in the object to prevent excessively high density (see the picture below).
Red dots in the illustration above indicate automatically shortened stitches in a sharp curve.
The Auto Select Underlay check box allows the user to switch off the automatic program decision regarding which type of underlay will be used for the object.
The Center, Edge, and Zig-Zag check boxes allow the user to choose which underlays will be used for the object. More details about the offset of Edge and Zig-Zag underlays are available in the Parameters - Whole Design chapter.
(A) is the object shape, (B) is the edge underlay, (C) is the zig-zag underlay, (D) is the center underlay.
Spacing parameter indicates the spacing of the zig-zag underlay.
Controls in this tab allow you to override global (overall) underlay settings, which are normally applied to each object when generating stitches. See the Object's Individual Underlay Parameters chapter for more information.
Make Cover Stitches allows the user to switch off cover stitches. Turn off the cover stitches if you need to add only the underlay to a design digitized in other software.
Stitch Smoothness in Corners. This parameter affects the fan-shaped distribution of stitches in the corners.
Note: A Column can be followed by a Carving object, which gives additional stitch texture to the column.
Pull Compensation is the prolongation of each stitch on the edge of an object in order to compensate for thread pull (on elastic fabric) or sinkage (on fleece). Thread pull causes the ends of stitches to be pulled inwards, and the object becomes smaller (narrower) than intended.
Max. Random Broadening defines the maximum random prolongation of column stitches to the side. Parameter #1 applies to the first edge of the column, and #2 applies to the second. Random Broadening adds a 'ragged edges' effect to objects.
Envelope shortens some column stitches to create special effects. When using Envelope, turn off all underlays.
Stitches shortened by an envelope.
Gradient affects the distance between stitches within an object. The distance will gradually change from the spacing value to the spacing plus the gradient value. The Gradient Type combo box allows you to choose from various gradation schemes.
Density gradient.
Strips laid along the column edges.
The Number parameter defines the number of strips.
The Min. Length and Max. Length define the minimum and maximum length of stitches. The length of stitches is adjusted automatically to ensure a smooth approximation of curved parts of the strips.
The multilayer columns have only a subset of zig-zag column parameters. They are intended for the creation of thick, raised columns. Therefore, some parameters like gradient and envelope are not applicable.
The multilayer columns have just a few extra parameters, such as Layers - the layer count - and Offset - the distance between lower stitch layers.
The raised effect is achieved by using multiple layers of dense zig-zag underlay. Each zig-zag layer is offset from the previous layer to cover it completely.