Sequins & beads

Sequin machine capabilities vary widely. Some machines only support single-sequin devices. These may be mounted on the first or last needle, or sometimes both. Some machines support twin-sequin devices. These too can be mounted on first and last needles. Newer machines can support multi-sequin devices. These may perform consecutive sequin feeds – one at a time whilst stitching. Some may allow ‘stack feeding’, where multiple sequins are dropped and secured with a single fixing stitch.

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Bead devices are not as varied as sequin devices. There are two categories: bead tape and loose beads. For both types of setup, twin-bead configurations are currently the most popular.

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Bead tapes, like sequin reels, provide controlled placement of beads on fabric. With loose beads, containers hold them on top of the dispenser. This method is not quite as reliable as beads on tape.

Note: An increasing number of machines support multiple decoration types including sequins in combination with chenille, beading, cording, and others.

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