How to make a custom embroidered clutch
School’s out for summer, making it the perfect time to tackle a quick and easy machine embroidery project! In this post, I'll show you how to make a custom embroidered…
How to embroider on a puffy vest (or coat)
A few years ago, I kicked off my Christmas shopping when I stumbled upon the most adorable, shiny, silver, plush, pink-lined vests in the girls section at Walmart. I scooped…
How to embroider on an umbrella using your embroidery machine
Using your embroidery machine to embroider on an umbrella seems like a REALLY BAD IDEA. The whole premise of an umbrella is to keep the water off of your head.…
Machine embroidered graduation gifts
Graduations are a perfect opportunity to get out your embroidery machine. A young adult heading off to college, graduate school, or a job needs a lot of new gear: clothing,…
101 things to machine embroider
Got an embroidery machine but don't know what to make. There are so many things to machine embroider! In this blog post, I will provide you with a list of…
How to make an in-the-hoop gift card holder
Now that my kids are getting older and (gasp) even driving - they have the capability to buy any gift they want. So, these days, gift giving is a bit…
How to appliqué on a sweatshirt
If you are looking for the perfect personalized gift for a little girl that she will actually love, I have the project for you. A single initial appliqué on a…
How to machine embroider jeans
If you love embroidered denim, you may wonder if you can actually use your embroidery machine to stitch out embroidery designs down the leg of a pair of jeans. Machine…
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…
Gifts to make on an embroidery machine – personalized and under $10!
You know those people on your Christmas list who you just want to give a little something too? But then you don’t want the "little something" to look too...LITTLE? And…
How to embroider on a throw
New to machine embroidery? Well, here's a great place to start. Personalizing a throw using your embroidery machine is a great project for a beginner. Plus, when you use your…
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…
