My Go-To Gift
If you think you don’t have time to stitch a last minute gift, think again! Let me show you how to stitch six napkins in no time. Mark the location of the corner monogram on each of the six napkins. I...
View ArticleMulti-Needle Monday: My Go-To Gift
Last week, I showed how to stitch multiple napkins in on a single-needle machine. Today, let’s look at how to do it on a multi-needle machine. The set-up is the same: Mark the location of the corner...
View ArticleDiscreet is the Word – Monogramming for Men
It’s not too late to show your dad how much you care about him. And nothing says it better than stitches. Just remember to keep the embroidery subtle. Here’s a few timely tips on stitching for men....
View ArticleThoughts to Ponder
Subtle text messages are a lovely way to add sentiments to gifts, home décor accessories or even wearables. A romantic mood can be set with the right fabric, color selection, charms, ribbons and...
View ArticleMonogram of the Month: A Reason to Celebrate!
I was very excited when Eileen gave me the opportunity to write this month’s Monogram of the Month feature. I’ve had my eye on the banner designs from JoAnn Connolly’s book, Sweet Stitches – and...
View ArticleApplique – It’s Not Just for Quilting
Oh, dear readers! If you had been guests in my office last Thursday you’d have seen chaos, pandemonium and some really fun projects being put together using the new Stipple Baby collection. What you...
View ArticleIt’s Sew Easy TV: Monograms for Men
On October 10, log onto http://www.ItsSewEasyTV.com and watch me show you how to make any men’s garment distinctive and personal by adding a monogram in episode 703. The key work is discretion to...
View ArticleAll for Me!
Improvise! Create! Have fun! I wanted to create something fun and personalized for my friends. These luggage tags featured in Shelly Smola’s book, All for Me, fit my needs for creativity. They can be...
View ArticleLast minute thoughtful holiday gifts!
In the middle of summer my friend and I went hiking at Lost Maples State Park. We’ve hiked before but neither of us realized what we were getting into. The walk was difficult from the start. I tried...
View ArticleMonogram of the Month – A tribute to a friend
How do you cope with the end of life of a dear friend? It’s never easy – especially when life seems to have been cut way too short. Whether you’re an embroiderer, sewer, crafter or other form of...
View ArticleWhen my time in Sewing Utopia took a downward spiral…
I was in Sewing Utopia the other evening. You are probably familiar with that magical place where everything runs smoothly. The Loop-de-Loop designs from Embroidery Online were stitching like a dream....
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Diary of a Novice Embroiderer: A Harrowing Tale
Preface: My friend Gus asked me to embroider a pillowcase as a birthday gift for his wife, Sophia. I agreed and expected him to purchase a pillowcase. Instead, he purchased fabric, sewed the...
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Software Saturday: Applique to Instant Gift Tag
Make an impression with flawless, personalized gift tags this holiday season! Once the gift is unwrapped, the gift tag can be used as a Christmas ornament for years to come! In Inspirations’ Perfect...
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Instagram made me do it.
I started a new hobby this year: Instagram. You’re probably thinking, it doesn’t count as a hobby. But let me explain. It’s eye-opening to see how many talented people there are on Instagram. There...
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Opportunity Knocks!
My friend Tore works in a corporate environment—picture a quiet, organized, office setting. The exact opposite of my space where there’s an explosion of stitched samples, fabrics, trim, buttons… and...
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Become a Social Butterfly!
While my team and I were putting the latest issue of Designs in Machine Embroidery together, an advertisement from Embroidery Online caught my attention. Did you see it? Here’s a glimpse of the ad...
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Become a Social Butterfly! Part 2
Last week I explored a special offer in an ad featured in the current issue of Designs in Machine Embroidery. If you missed the blog, click here. When you spend $49 or more at the Embroidery Online...
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Memories, the threads of time
Isn’t it fun to capture a happy memory in needle and thread? It’s not always easy to achieve but when memories and creative inspiration collide, it’s a heartfelt moment. That’s the story behind my...
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A few dozen eggs
Project Highlights: Put your stash of embroidery, crafting and sewing supplies to use. Make gifts for family, friends or residents in nursing homes and senior centers. Experiment with color! Relax with...
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Software Saturday: Stitched Poetry!
Farewell to My Red Pen By Denise Holguin As Managing Editor, a portion of my time is spent editing the magazine. This includes making sure advertisements are placed, the Buyers Guide has the correct...
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