In-the-hoop embroidery for beginners
Maybe you have heard of the term "in the hoop." It certainly gets thrown around a lot in machine embroidery circles. In fact, there is even a Facebook group called…
How to embroider on a swimsuit
Now that it is officially spring, swimsuit season is just around the corner. I guess I must be hard on my swimsuits because every year, I have a few to…
How to make a monogrammed infinity scarf
Last week was my mother-in-law's birthday, and do you know what I gave her? Nothing. ugh. But, what do you give your mother-in-law in the midst of a global pandemic,…
How to embroider on a visor
Monogramming a visor on my embroidery machine was not a project on my radar. In fact, it wasn't even close to my radar until a friend of mine asked me…
How to machine embroider a tote bag
One of the most easy and practical items to personalize on an embroidery machine is a tote bag. How do I know this? I have done it a lot. In…
Machine embroidery jewelry designs that you will actually want to make
If you had asked me last week if I had ever made jewelry with my embroidery machine, my answer would have been a resounding no. First of all, I don’t wear…
Make a koozie in the hoop on an embroidery machine
It's summertime and you know what that means? Cold beverages. And the best way to keep a beverage cold is with a can koozie. Did you know that you can…
How to make a sun hat
Yes, it's getting to the point in the summer where I've gotten my fair share of vitamin D. Between working in the yard and daily runs, I get A LOT…
How to make an in-the-hoop pouch on your embroidery machine
In-the-hoop machine embroidery projects are pretty remarkable. All you have to do is lay pieces of fabric and zippers on top of floated stabilizer, following the directions of the pattern…
10 fun ideas to machine embroider on a baseball cap
Here I am on vacation at the beach and I find myself with no hat. This is despite the fact that I specifically put "baseball cap" on the packing list…
Bridesmaid Gifts to Make on Your Embroidery Machine
Are you thinking about making something special for your bridesmaids on your embroidery machine? Or maybe you have a customer or friend who wants you to whip up something special…
How to monogram sneakers on a embroidery machine
Looking for a way to literally put a spring in your step? How about monogramming some sneakers? While I've seen this for years, I always assumed that it would be…