Hi Jessica, Welcome to the fourm on Embroidery.com. Looking at your satin columns above, I see they seem to be a bit smaller than those in your sample, probably from pull. So I would suggest adding a layer of cutaway mesh on the back (Exquisite No-Show Mesh, for example). And on top, you might try a topper such as Hemingworth's cold water washaway. These might smooth your results. You didn't mention whether you've got a ball point or sharp needle. On this fabric I suggest specifically a ball point needle. These might smooth your results.
It also may have something to do with the embroidery file you are using. You mentioned using Hatch 3, so you're digitizing it to match the sample? It might be worth having another digitizer check your file and show them your results, as you have here. They may be able to make some useful changes for you based on the fabric, backing, and thread you are using.
Best wishes!
12/26/23 06:36 am MST
Carolyn H.
Hello, working on Merry and Bright tiling project from OESD. My first three tiles came out without any issues. Beginning the on the fourth tile I noticed that the number of thread changes on the machine do not match the printed instructions. The stitch count is different also. It varies considerably, some are twice what the printed direction say it should be. This is an issue I have not dealt with before! Is this a common issue? Could the design itself be the problem? Looking forward to all info that may help, thanks in advance.