Don't let the alphabet soup title of this post scare you! It's important to understand file extensions so that you can create all of the magical projects you dream up.
- FCM – This is the proprietary file extension that the ScanNCut uses for cutting data.
- PES – This is a machine embroidery file extension.
I like to use a program called Simply Applique in order to help my ScanNCut and my Brother embroidery machine "talk" to each other in order to make projects like this:
In the video in this post I share how to take a PES embroidery file…
…and transform it into an FCM cutting file.
I even show you how to clean up the FCM cutting file so that it cuts the way you want it to. (The key is to use the Process Overlap tools in CanvasWorkspace, and delete the parts that aren't useful to you.)
But there's even more! I also show you how to take that newly created FCM file and run it back through Simply Applique to create a PES applique file.
It sounds complicated, but it's actually pretty easy. Surprisingly easy. Watch the video for the start-to-finish instructions:
Here are some tips on cutting fabric with your ScanNCut:
- Always use the stickiest mat possible. Either a ScanNCut Fabric Mat or a Standard ScanNCut Mat with a High Tack Fabric Support sheet is best.
- Use a brayer to smooth down your fabric and ensure there are no bumps or wrinkles.
- Use a strong spray starch on your fabric to ensure both good cutting and less raveling.
- Use the right blade for the job.
- Cotton weight quilting fabric should be cut using the Thin Fabric Auto Blade.
- Heavier fabric or fabric with fusible on it should be cut using a fabric-dedicated Auto Blade. Just as you have fabric scissors and paper scissors, you should have a blade that you dedicate to cutting only fabric.
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Great by all means and a very informative blog on digital embroidery. keep sharing worthy info like this !
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Great by all means and a very informative blog on digital embroidery. keep sharing worthy info like this !
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This is so a fantastic article. Thanks for sharing this informative blog. I have become a fan of your blogs, and this blog is so exciting and informative.
This blog post is very helpful from the perspective of learning the different file formats and how to convert them between different machines. I especially appreciated your tips on cutting fabric with the ScanNCut, as well as your recommendation for the Simply Applique program.
As one of the leading vendors in the realm of commercial embroidery, we at Cre8iveSkill always look for ways to improve our services and provide our customers with the best possible experience. Your blog post has given us some valuable insights that we are definitely going to put to good use.
This blog post is very helpful from the perspective of learning the different file formats and how to convert them between different machines. I especially appreciated your tips on cutting fabric with the ScanNCut, as well as your recommendation for the Simply Applique program.
As one of the leading vendors in the realm of commercial embroidery, we at Cre8iveSkill always look for ways to improve our services and provide our customers with the best possible experience. Your blog post has given us some valuable insights that we are definitely going to put to good use.
This blog post is very helpful from the perspective of learning the different file formats and how to convert them between different machines. I especially appreciated your tips on cutting fabric with the ScanNCut, as well as your recommendation for the Simply Applique program.
As one of the leading vendors in the realm of commercial embroidery, we at Cre8iveSkill always look for ways to improve our services and provide our customers with the best possible experience. Your blog post has given us some valuable insights that we are definitely going to put to good use.
This blog post is very helpful from the perspective of learning the different file formats and how to convert them between different machines. I especially appreciated your tips on cutting fabric with the ScanNCut, as well as your recommendation for the Simply Applique program.
As one of the leading vendors in the realm of commercial embroidery, we at Cre8iveSkill always look for ways to improve our services and provide our customers with the best possible experience. Your blog post has given us some valuable insights that we are definitely going to put to good use.
This blog post is very helpful from the perspective of learning the different file formats and how to convert them between different machines. I especially appreciated your tips on cutting fabric with the ScanNCut, as well as your recommendation for the Simply Applique program.
As one of the leading vendors in the realm of commercial embroidery, we at Cre8iveSkill always look for ways to improve our services and provide our customers with the best possible experience. Your blog post has given us some valuable insights that we are definitely going to put to good use.
This blog post is very helpful from the perspective of learning the different file formats and how to convert them between different machines. I especially appreciated your tips on cutting fabric with the ScanNCut, as well as your recommendation for the Simply Applique program.
As one of the leading vendors in the realm of commercial embroidery, we at Cre8iveSkill always look for ways to improve our services and provide our customers with the best possible experience. Your blog post has given us some valuable insights that we are definitely going to put to good use.
This blog post is very helpful from the perspective of learning the different file formats and how to convert them between different machines. I especially appreciated your tips on cutting fabric with the ScanNCut, as well as your recommendation for the Simply Applique program.
As one of the leading vendors in the realm of commercial embroidery, we at Cre8iveSkill always look for ways to improve our services and provide our customers with the best possible experience. Your blog post has given us some valuable insights that we are definitely going to put to good use.