Technique: embroidery

Urban Doodles Steampunk Notebook Cover and Pencil Case by Kerry Finn

September 2, 2013 Kerry Finn

Use your favorite steampunk embroidery design and decorative stitches to create a designer-styled cover and pencil case for your favorite teacher or student. So easy, you can make several and stock up for holiday gift-giving. … More

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Quick “Hexies” Shortcut for Grandmother’s Flower Garden

August 20, 2013 Mary Beck

Hexagons are “in” now, so I designed a block in the CutWork software that makes a small grandmother’s flower garden flower in just two pieces. When it is embroidered you can’t tell it’s not made from individual hexagons like a traditional block! … More

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No Thread Slot? No Problem!

August 14, 2013 Susan Beck

What do you do when using a presser foot does not have a thread slot to pull the thread through to the back, such as Clear Embroidery Foot #39/39C? … More

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DYI Personalized Can Wrap

August 1, 2013 Stacy Schlyer

Add embroidery to personalize these easy-to-sew insulated can wraps for your friends. … More

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Software Extravaganza Held at BERNINA Creative Center, Aurora, IL

July 30, 2013 Debbi Lashbrook

Another Software Extravaganza was held at the new BERNINA Creative Center in Aurora, Illinois. Thirty attendees participated in the training and many shared their creative projects with other attendees. … More

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How to Make a Tooth Fairy Pillow

July 4, 2013 Stacy Schlyer

Little ones with wiggly teeth deserve special pillows for their treasures. This Tooth Fairy Pillow sports a fun bicuspid shape, a big pocket for holding money, dental floss, fairy dust, etc., and a large hanger for placing over a bedpost or doorknob. After all, we don’t want the tooth fairy to miss it. … More

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Western Mug Rug

July 3, 2013 Amanda Whitlatch

This project is my take on a mug rug by Kay Hickman. Needless to say, I have an inability to follow directions. I wanted to work with leather so I could really make it look like a rug… fringe and all. … More

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Diamond Wedding Anniversary Pillow

July 2, 2013 WeAllSew

The photo started out as a tiny 3″ x 5″ group shot of my husband’s Dad and his siblings. His Uncle Carroll and Aunt Joyce were newlyweds of two weeks. By scanning the original and using software to enlarge and crop the image of the couple, I was able to get a usable print. … More

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DIY Name Badge – Make One for Dad!

June 10, 2013 Jenelle Montilone

Whether you’re relaxing pool side this summer, keeping warm by the bonfire, or looking for a unique gift for dad this Father’s Day, this simple DIY will ensure you’ll never lose track of your drink again. Just slip the adjustable name tag over your favorite brew, and name your poison.
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Art Day is Fun Day Apron

May 29, 2013 Debra Rutledge

Art day (play day) is not just for kids! We too have toys that we love to play with and my new favorite one is PaintWork … More

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Impromptu Baby Gift Wrap

May 20, 2013 WeAllSew

Katherine sent photos of a last-minute gift-wrapping project – beautiful! She had no wrapping paper, but plenty of fabric, so she made this precious wrap – which ended up being as big a hit as the gift!
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DIY Retro-Inspired Embroidered Circle Skirt

May 9, 2013 Ashley Johnston

To make a fashion classic for the next generation: Start with a simple, classic shape: The Circle. Add a touch of floral embroidery. Put a fun new spin on a junior fashion. …and your little one is ready for the runway.
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