Machines and thread
Single-needle machine, explained
Single-needle machines are the affordable way to start, with sewing fields commonly from 4×4 to 8×12 in, but every color is a manual change, so they suit gifts and small runs. Most read their brand's own format, such as PES for Brother, JEF for Janome or VP3 for Husqvarna Viking and Pfaff, and many read DST too. The embroidery business guide compares them with multi-needle machines.
