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Build Confidence
Make friends with your machine, know what to use and why and confidently tackle any embroidery project.
Banish the overwhelm
Cut through the noise. Spend less time down rabbit holes on YouTube and more time learning what you actually need to know.
avoid costly mistakes
Avoid the errors I see time and time again, that will cost you time, money and will potentially put you off embroidery for life!
your trusted expert
With over 15 years of experience I've taught thousands of people from beginner home embroiders through to industry professionals.
"Wow, wow, wow, the videos are fantastic, and this is coming from someone who is a visual and face to face learner through and through."
Grace A
Brother Innovis V3LE
How great would it feel...
...to be using your machine to its full potential, and to finally be creating those projects you've always dreamed of?
No more fear, no more excuses holding you back.
Just investing in you and your hobby.
The Foundation Course
The course is made up of three modules.
These can be taken individually or together, depending on where you're starting from and the areas you need to strengthen.
Module 1 & 2 are available to purchase now, with Module 3 coming soon.
What makes this course different?
I've designed this course based on over 15 years of experience helping embroiderers - just like you.
Structured & Comprehensive
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Clearly presented
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Detailed and in depth demonstrations
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Printable worksheets
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Easy to navigate videos
Learner Focused
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Bite-sized, easily digestible chapters
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Lifetime access
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Learn at your own pace
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Friendly, personable approach
Expert Knowledge
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Official product specialist to two of the biggest machine brands in the industry
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Further ongoing support available*
* Available through the Embroidery Club Membership and one to one training.
"I wish I’d had all this information at the beginning of my journey!"
Suzanne L
Brother Innovis V5
At the end of module 1 you'll...
Module 1
The Core Basics
Total duration 1 hour 53 mins
Section 01
Getting To Know Your Machine
Duration 15 mins
First up, we learn all about your machine and what it's capable of. Time to dust of your machines manual!! We'll use this along with the included print out and some guidance from me to find out all of the information needed to make your embroidery journey as smooth as possible.
Section 03
Stabilisers
Duration 26 mins
One of the most confusing machine embroidery topics and the one I get asked about most often - stabilisers! In this section we dive into the world of stabilisers and look at many different types and why there are so many!! Won't just one stabiliser do? In a word - no! I explain why and my method of selecting the best one for the job.
Section 02
Needles & Thread
Duration 29 mins
Next we take on needles and thread, looking at when to change your needle, why it's important to do so and why different types of needle and thread matter. We also look at a variety of different thread types and why the cheapest thread may not be the best choice!
Section 04
Hooping Techniques
Duration 31 mins
So many people I meet really struggle with hooping. In this section we cover how to use your hoops correctly, how to hoop up properly and we look at some alternative hooping methods too. We even cover what those plastic grid things are that came with your hoops and how they can be so useful!!
Module 1
£49
"...gave me the feeling you were telling just me, very much a one to one feeling."
Catherine M
Brother Stellaire XE1
At the end of module 2 you'll...
Module 2
Designs
Total duration 2 hours
Section 01
Embroidery File Formats
Duration 5 mins
In this first section, we learn about embroidery file formats, what they are, why there are so many different ones and which are relevant to you and your machine. This section includes My Embroidery Format Guide which is a downloadable PDF for your reference.
Section 02
Where To Buy Designs
Duration 11 mins
The second section is all about where to buy designs and includes tips and advice to consider when making purchases of embroidery designs online. Also, we look at some of my favourite websites for buying designs and also additional tips for buying designs on Etsy.
Section 03
Downloading, Storing & Transferring Designs
Duration 38 mins
In this section we look at what to do with all of those designs you have just purchased!! It's too easy to buy and then forget what you've bought so I take you through the process of downloading the designs from the embroidery website, how best to file them on your computer and then sending them to your embroidery machine.
Section 04
Digitising & Software
Duration 50 mins
The chunkiest section of this module and for good reason! This section will show you the basics of digitising, explaining what digitising is and the difference between auto and manual digitising. We also discuss options if digitising isn't for you because not it's definitely not for everyone, but there are still options.
Section 05
Testing
Duration 14 mins
The final section covers why it's important to test designs (especially newly digitised ones). We discuss which fabric to test designs on, which threads and stabiliser to use too. Also included, is My Stabiliser Checklist from Module 1 to help you with your stabiliser choices.
Module 2
£49
"...I think newbies will find the information really useful, and having it all in one place is a huge bonus."
Deborah W
Brother Innovis V3
At the end of module 3 you'll...
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Module 3
Techniques & Troubleshooting
Total duration 1 hour 53 mins
Section 01
Bringing it all together
Duration 8 mins
In Modules 1 and 2 we’ve learned all about stabilisers, fabrics, thread, needles, hooping, designs - now we need to decide which combination of these are going to be best for each project. Using the included PDF, we can confidently work through each possible variable and make informed decisions on which projects to use.
Section 03
Beginner Techniques
Duration 1 hour 9 mins
During this section we dive into stitching and have a go with six beginner embroidery techniques - Appliqué, Reverse Appliqué, Embroidery On Fleece, Knockdown, Free Standing Lace and In The Hoop. I take you through how to create each technique with videos and written instructions. Included formats are DST, EXP, HUS, JEF, PCS, PES, VIP & XXX.
Section 02
Embroidery Terminology
Duration 6 mins
In this section I share my very own, online Embroidery Dictionary with you, and show you how to use it.
The Embroidery Dictionary includes all of the most common words, phrases and acronyms used in modern machine embroidery, along with descriptions. Use this dictionary whenever you need to look up an embroidery term or word.
Section 04
Troubleshooting
Duration 45 mins
Even the best machines and embroiderers can run into hiccups. If something goes wrong, try not to panic! This section will help you recognise some of the most common problems in digital machine embroidery and guide you toward simple fixes, so you can get back to stitching with confidence.
Section 05
Basic Maintenance
Duration 25 mins
This final section we go through how to keep your machines in tip top condition with some basic home maintenance. I share my tips and advice for cleaning and oiling, we look at how often machines should be cleaned and oiled, along with videos showing you how to do it so you can be confident next time your machine is due some maintenance.
Module 3
£49
A bit about me
Your friend in embroidery and sewing!
I thought I had better introduce myself properly! I'm Rachel Bunney and I absolutely love helping people to fall in love with their machines.
I have worked in the home sewing industry for over 15 years, starting off in 2008 in a beautiful fabric shop and sewing school in the market town of Ashby-de-la-Zouch in Leicestershire.
From there I spent 10 years working for Brother Sewing Machines Europe as one of two product specialists in the UK. I looked after a whole host of sewing machine shops in the South of the UK where I would help and train dealers, their staff and customers too.
I started Bunney & Thread so that I could continue helping people with their machines, whilst navigating the wibbly wobbly journey of becoming a mum!
In August 2023 I joined the team at Bernina UK where I teach their customer foundation courses in their London head office. It has been a wonderful challenge to learn all about a new brand of machine and I am thoroughly enjoying the blend of Bunney & Thread and Bernina!
...you're a complete beginner
...you've had a go but not confident
...you keep hitting setbacks
...you want a refresh of the basics
This course is for you if...
Now is the time...
In 2 hours you'll have acquired more relevant knowledge and clarity than you would spending an entire week on YouTube and Facebook!
...to take action
Stop letting that fear and doubt take over. Do you want to let your machine collect dust for another year?
What's holding you back?
Make now the time that you invest in yourself and master your machine.