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Watch the video: “How to Create an Embroidery Design Using Embrilliance Software” by This Darn Chick
If you’ve ever stared at a cute SVG and thought, “I wish I could stitch that,” this tutorial is your bridge. Follow along as we import an SVG, select areas with the Magic Wand, color them using Janome thread palettes, preview the stitch-out, and save the final as a PES file.
What you’ll learn
- How to bring an SVG into Embrilliance and position it on the grid.
- How to use the Magic Wand to select contiguous shapes accurately.
- How to choose colors (e.g., from Janome palettes) and apply Fill stitches.
- How to preview the stitch sequence with the Needle tool.
- How to save the finished design as a PES file.
Getting Started with Embrilliance Software Embrilliance opens to a clean grid workspace—the staging area for everything you’ll create. The video begins by confirming that you can download Embrilliance online and that it’s well-suited for making your own embroidery patterns.
Quick check
- Do you see the grid workspace? That’s where your SVG will land and where you’ll select shapes and apply fills.
- If you’re new, explore the toolbar and panels; you’ll be using the Magic Wand and color settings shortly.
From the comments
- A viewer asked if the tutorial applies to the free Express version. A community reply indicated it aligns with Embrilliance Essentials. The video itself doesn’t specify the exact edition used beyond mentioning Stitch Artist 2 as a believed module; exact version details aren’t confirmed in the recording.
- Another viewer wanted to make a lettering patch and asked about an “artistic 1” version. A community reply said it can be used for that purpose. The video doesn’t cover lettering setup specifically.
Note: The presenter mentions believing they paid 169 and that they believe it’s Stitch Artist 2. They don’t confirm beyond that, so consider that detail unverified in the video.
Importing Your SVG Image for Embroidery The project starts with an SVG—here, a cat on a cupcake. In Embrilliance, go to Image and upload. You can also drag the SVG straight from your desktop onto the grid, which is shown in the tutorial. After import, zoom in to see the edges clearly and make the image larger for comfortable selection.
Finding and Preparing Your SVG Files If your SVG is on the desktop, it’s easy to drag into Embrilliance. The tutorial’s example was a free SVG from Cricut. The key is simply having the SVG accessible and recognizable in your file system.
Dragging and Dropping into Embrilliance Drag the SVG into the grid area and ensure it appears crisply. Zooming in helps with precise shape selection later, especially around curves or small details like sprinkles on a cupcake.
Pro tip If your SVG includes multiple small shapes, import first and then zoom in immediately. Bigger views mean easier, cleaner Magic Wand selections.
Coloring Your Design with the Magic Wand Tool A standout feature in this workflow is the Magic Wand. Select it in the toolbar and click a region of the SVG. The software identifies the contiguous area and prepares it for fill. The presenter starts by selecting a shape and then changing the color from white to a Janome pink in the palette.
Selecting Areas for Fill Click a shape with the Magic Wand. You’ll see it highlighted in the design area, and on the right you’ll see that section reflected in the color sequence when you commit a fill. The first fill in the tutorial becomes a light pink.
Choosing Thread Colors (Janome, etc.) The color panel lets you filter and choose from thread brands and palettes; the presenter selects Janome and chooses pink by name. Once you hit OK, the display updates to show your chosen color. This sets up the next step—applying a Fill so the area stitches as a solid.
Watch out Selecting a color doesn’t automatically produce stitches. You still need to apply a Fill for that region—color alone is just the appearance until you assign stitch type.
Applying Fill Stitches to Your Design After picking colors, the Fill action makes them real stitch regions. The presenter cycles through multiple areas: wine, yellow, and another pink, demonstrating how to alternate colors and apply fills. When a shape is selected and a color is chosen, use the Fill control so the software converts the selection into a stitched area.
The 'Run Stitch' and 'Fill' Functions You’ll hear the presenter mention “run stitch”—that’s the stitching that goes around your design or outlines an area. After you see it appear, you still go to Fill to create the solid stitched shape. This two-step rhythm—select with Magic Wand, choose color, confirm run, then Fill—repeats for each region of the cupcake.
Iterative Coloring for Complex Designs Repeat selection and Fill for each distinctive area, building a color story as you go. In the video, the cupcake gains multiple sections in pinks and yellows, with wine adding contrast. Each added section updates the right-hand color list, showing your design’s progression.
Quick check
- After each Fill, confirm the area is visibly stitched in the main window.
- Glance at the color sequence panel to ensure your new color is listed and in the order you expect.
- If a region fills unexpectedly, re-select just the intended shape and re-apply.
Pro tip Zoom and pan are your friends. Before clicking with the Magic Wand, zoom in so your click lands inside the exact shape you want—especially helpful for tight corners or layered artwork.
Previewing Your Embroidery Stitch-Out Curious how it will actually stitch? The Needle icon triggers a live simulation. You’ll see the design build area by area and color by color, with controls to fast-forward or scrub back to inspect tricky transitions. This helps you validate color order and fill behavior before saving.
Using the Needle Tool for Simulation Press the Needle icon to view the animated stitch-out. In the tutorial, the presenter fast-forwards to show fills completing across the cupcake, and then scrubs back to review the stitch path. This is a great time to catch oddities like gaps or unexpected sequencing.
Checking Stitch Order and Appearance As you watch the timeline, look for clean coverage and logical color order. If something looks off, return to the design view and adjust your selections or re-apply a Fill. The preview exists precisely so you can refine before committing.
From the comments
- Essentials vs. Express: A community response indicates the tutorial aligns with Embrilliance Essentials rather than the free Express. The video itself doesn’t explicitly confirm the exact edition beyond a belief that Stitch Artist 2 is involved.
- Lettering for patches: A community reply confirmed you can use the mentioned version for lettering patches, though the video doesn’t walk through lettering steps.
Applying this to your own workflow Even if your SVG is different—say, a monogram or a mascot—the core approach holds: import, Magic Wand selection, choose colors, apply Fill, preview, adjust, then save.
Saving Your Custom Embroidery File Once you’re satisfied, go to File and save. The presenter demonstrates “Save Stitching and Working” and names the file “cupcake,” saving as a PES. This preserves a machine-readable version of your design as well as your working state so you can revisit and iterate.
Choosing the Right File Format (PES) The tutorial uses PES. Your choice may vary depending on your machine, but PES is a common option. Confirm you’ve saved where you can find it later, and consider keeping a naming convention for easy recall.
Organizing Your Designs If you’re planning more projects, start a new page after saving so you have a clean workspace. Consider a folder for designs, with subfolders by theme or project type. A little organization goes a long way as your library grows.
Watch out Before saving, double-check the preview to ensure the fills look correct and the color order matches your plan. It’s easier to tweak before you export the final stitch file.
FAQ highlights
- What software is used? Embrilliance, downloaded online, demonstrated creating custom designs.
- Can I import SVGs? Yes—drag and drop into the grid works smoothly.
- How do I add color? Select areas with the Magic Wand, choose a color (e.g., from Janome palettes), and apply Fill.
- What’s a run stitch? It’s the stitching that outlines or runs around your design; you then apply Fill to make a solid area.
- How do I preview? Use the Needle tool to simulate stitch-out and review order.
- What format should I save? The tutorial saves as PES; choose what your machine needs.
Troubleshooting quick hits
- The fill didn’t appear: Make sure you selected the shape with the Magic Wand, chose a color, then clicked Fill.
- Wrong area selected: Zoom in and click within the exact shape boundary, then re-apply.
- Stitch preview looks odd: Return to the design, verify run vs. fill settings, and adjust.
Context pointers (not covered in the video but commonly asked) Many readers wonder about hoops and accessories; while this tutorial focuses on digitizing steps in Embrilliance, you’ll eventually stitch on your own machine with your preferred hoop system. If you’re researching tools for your setup, note that the video does not cover specific machines or hoop models. magnetic embroidery hoop
If you’re newer to machine embroidery and following along to create your first stitch-out after saving a PES, you might also be comparing entry-level gear. That equipment choice sits outside the tutorial’s scope, but it’s a frequent question among crafters. embroidery machine for beginners
When you move from software to stitching, you’ll mount fabric in a hoop appropriate to your machine. The tutorial does not specify hooping techniques or brands; be sure to follow your machine manual for hooping and stabilization guidance. embroidery machine hoops
Some readers stitch their Embrilliance-designed files on a variety of home machines. The video doesn’t list brands, models, or settings, so refer to your own manual for stitch file compatibility and hoop usage. brother embroidery machine
If you prefer magnetic-style frames, you’ll need to check your machine’s compatibility and instructions, as none of those products are covered in the tutorial. magnetic embroidery hoops
Curious about specialty hoops that snap together? That’s an accessory category people often explore separately from digitizing. The tutorial itself remains focused on SVG import, color fills, previewing, and saving. snap hoop monster
The presenter references Janome thread palettes in the software, which is about color selection during digitizing. This mention relates to thread colors, not to machine or hoop specifics. Machine choice and hoop type remain outside the video’s scope. janome embroidery machine
Wrap-up This beginner-friendly workflow demonstrates the essentials: import an SVG, use the Magic Wand to select shapes, assign Janome colors, apply Fill, preview with the Needle tool, then save as a PES. It’s a fast, confidence-building path from artwork to stitch-ready design—perfect for customizing a cute motif like a cupcake or any other SVG you love.