Seven major aspects of better understanding machine embroidery are parceled out with thorough explanation in this instructional DVD. Beginning with a tour of the machines in the contemporary market and including discussion of the latest technologies in Portland's Montevilla Sewing Center, the video segments progress from selecting needles and threads to full demonstrations of working with odd fabrics, such as knits, and embellishing a tablecloth. Machine embroidery instructor and prolific sewing guide author also teaches stabilizers, how to understand and plan for designs, making test samples, and determining and controlling the placement of the design as well as providing ample inspiration for at-home embroidery projects.