Sequins: lines, areas and devices

Machines with a sequin device feed a sequin tape, cut one sequin, drop it under the needle and tack it with a few stitches. Tarz Studio places the sequins and writes the sequin commands in the machine file.

Before you start

• Your machine needs a sequin device. In the object's Sequin settings choose left, right or twin (two sizes or colours), and export to a format that stores sequins (DST or TAP).
• Check the sequin size loaded on the device: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 or 9 mm are common.

Sequins along a line

1. Draw an open or closed path, or select an existing one.
2. In Properties → Stitch type, choose Sequin.
3. Set Sequin size (default 5 mm) and Spacing between centres (0 = size + 0.5 mm, sequins just touching).
4. Choose the Attach stitch:
   • Single: one stitch over the edge, discreet;
   • Double: two stitches on opposite sides, more secure;
   • Star: several stitches from the centre, decorative;
   • Dot: a small stitch through the hole only, for overlapping sequins.
5. Select the Device: left, right or twin.

Sequins over an area

Select a closed shape and choose Sequin: sequins are spread over the area in staggered rows, keeping holes free. Use Spacing to choose touching, overlapping or open placement.

Preview, export and the machine

• The 3D preview shows each sequin with its shine and colour.
• On export, Tarz Studio writes sequin down, sequin eject and device changes in formats that support them (for example DST for compatible multi-function heads). The machine check warns if the selected machine has no sequin device.
• The production worksheet lists the sequin size and colour to load on each device.

Tips

• Sew sequins last in their area: stitches sewn afterwards could hit the sequins.
• For curves, use smaller sequins or a little spacing so they do not stand up.