Mitered Corners

A mitered corner using satin columns allows the stitches to flow smoothly around the corner, instead of simply having a block of stitches in one direction and then the next block of stitches in a different direction. Whether or not to use mitered corners is a style choice for each font. Recommended output size is also a factor, as mitered corners are often more desirable for large lettering.

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No miter. Two separate columns are placed next to each other with stitches at right angles (an overlap would be recommended).

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Basic miter. Place the points with the Shift key held down so that the stitches flow around the corner.

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Advanced miter. The stitches only start to change angle near the corner. Acute angles (less than 90°), such as those found on italic characters, benefit from advanced miters.

Colors

Tie Offs

Underlay Stitches

Compensation

Overlaps and Underlay Bars

Traveling Stitches inside a Character or SuperDesign

Separating Columns

Large Lettering

Serifs