Dragonfly Tote
1 commentI'm entering the Dragonfly Tote in the "All that Glitters" category because it's highly embellished. I made it in the manner of a crazy quilt, and free-motion embroidered it by machineIt...
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More Bobbin Tips: Try Magic Genie Bobbin Washers
Put these little Teflon discs under your bobbin to eliminate backlash and bird nests in your bobbin case while you’re embroidering.
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How to Make Your Own Embroidered Ribbon Belt
2 commentsUse two different color ribbons, the same thread in the bobbin as you are embroidering with, and your belt can be reversible!
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Embroidery Term: Prewound Bobbin
1 commentWinding bobbins is not on anyone’s top ten list of fun thing to do while machine embroidering. A prewound bobbin is a bobbin that comes with the bobbin thread already on it. They are very convenient to have on hand when you are working on a big project, but there are pros and cons to using them.
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Merls Designs
Water proof tote bag made with genuine "Burberry" fabric with Dragon applique design bought from Divine Designs on secrets of embroidery website. The bag is 14"x16" .
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Embroidery Term: The Jump Stitch
A Jump Stitch is not really a stitch at all. So what are they? Read on for a little primer and some jump stitch tips to save you time
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Machine Applique Flip Flops right in the Hoop!
5 commentsYou can embroider these adorable flip-flops right in the hoop! If you’re new to machine embroidery, this is a great project to work on because it focuses on one technique...machine embroidered appliqué.
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Handmade by RosiePink
Inspiration for wool felting projects infused with machine embroidery stitching.
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Do You Have Lots of Duplicate Embroidery Design Slowing Down Your Computer?
2 commentsThe Embroidery DeDuper can clean your computer right up!
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Paint Chip Projects
3 commentsPainting this summer? Hold on to those extra paint chips to make these crafty creations!
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Embroider a Photo
1 commentThis video tutorial shows you how to create your own embroidery design using a treasured photograph.
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How to Machine-Embroider Your Own Refrigerator Word Art
Clever word art is just a push of a button away when you machine-embroider your own!
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How to Place Pattern Pieces Straight on the Grainline
7 commentsHere's what to do with that long, straight grainline marking printed on all your pattern pieces...
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Know Your (Hand-Sewing) Needles
3 commentsHere's a little primer to the most commonly used hand-sewing needles: how to recognize them and how best to use them.
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Quick Tip: Stitch and Place from Nancy Zieman
In this video, Nancy shows us how to get our embroidery designs to stitch out in exactly the right place.
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Sea Turtle Purse
2 commentsI make bags almost constantly. To me, there is nothing as cool as making something to carry stuff around in. The construction is a basic rectangle with the top corners lopped off. The turtle body...
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Black and Gold Sequin Necklace
2 commentsI thoroughly enjoyed creating this gorgeous bib necklace. I wanted to create a necklace that would give an illusion neckline to a solid dress or top. This necklace has a modern U shape and oversized...
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Coral Pink Embellished Clutch Purse
1 commentThe inspiration to create these embellished purses was all the beautiful solid brightly colored mini and maxi dresses we saw on the runway for Spring/Summer 08. I decided I wanted to make a glamorous...
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Crafting on the Go: Where, When, and Insider Tips
4 commentsUse your time wisely—make all your time crafting time! Knitting, crocheting, hand-sewing, and embroidery can go anywhere if you plan ahead.
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How to Personalize Your Reusable Grocery Tote
2 commentsMake a quick gift by adding a special message or name to a reusable grocery tote—or show that you recycle and reuse by personalizing your own tote!
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