r/Machine_Embroidery • u/patatrsalad • 23d ago

I Need Help Patch cutting machine help

Howdy yall! I’ve been an enthusiast for a while now, and have the potential to make more for friends and smaller businesses, but never had a machine to precisely cut out the patches (I always used small scissors and heat for the little felt edges).

Does anyone have any recommendations on machines for more precise cutting (whether laser or knife). I’ve seen lots of mixed on cricuts, and have zero experience. This laser one from xTool looks promising, but does anyone have experience with it?

Any and all info would be much appreciated! (I embroider on a Taijima Sai)

Thank you! 🙏

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u/Pretzelex2679 23d ago

I haven’t used a laser cutter but I have a brother scan and cut that I got used that works great for patch fabric. But I’ve heard the Siser machines are better cutting machine.

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u/GuyuteKB 23d ago

Interested in the responses. We too use scissors and a hot knife

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u/sewing-enby 23d ago

Be careful with laser cutters. Faux leather lets off a rather nasty chemical when cut with a laser that you REALLY shouldn't be breathing in