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…
Make a wine bag with your embroidery machine
Quite often my friends come up with projects for me to make on my sewing and embroidery machines. One of the latest? Wine bags. One of my friends pointed me…
Personalized boy gifts to make on an embroidery machine
Got little boys in your life, and need some fun gift ideas? I got you. There are so many fun boy gifts to make on an embroidery machine. Buckle up.…
How to make inexpensive monogrammed dresses on an embroidery machine
Looking for an easy, cheap personalized gift for a little girl using your embroidery machine? I got you covered. I've officially mastered the art of making inexpensive monogrammed dresses on…
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…
How to make an in-the-hoop face mask
As I'm sure you are probably aware, this whole COVID-19 outbreak has set off a mask making frenzy. Sewing and embroidery enthusiasts have turned their studios into mask making factories,…
How to embroider on a sweater with an embroidery machine
One of the best things about the end of the end of a season is scoring some bargain basement clothing. At (what stores consider to be) the end of the…
How to make a monogrammed bow tie
A few years ago, I was looking for the perfect accessory for my son's First Communion outfit. Little girls get new crosses, dresses, headbands, etc... but what about the boys?…
How to embroider on toilet paper
I want to start by saying that I can not believe that I'm writing this blog post. For years, I've seen questions about and examples of embroidery on toilet paper…