Sticky back stabilizer for machine embroidery
If there was ever a major game changer in my machine embroidery habits, it would have to be learning about tear away sticky back stabilizer. Using this type of stabilizer…
How to keep fabric out of the way when embroidering
Are you struggling with trying to keep fabric out of the way when embroidering? Well, you are not alone. It can be very challenging to prevent excess material from moving…
Why is the thread breaking on an embroidery machine?
Having the thread break over and over again on your embroidery machine can be a maddening experience. It can make a 5 minute project turn into a 45 minute ordeal…
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 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…
Using SewArt to convert a JPG to an embroidery file
It's a common request for the newbie embroiderer: how to convert a JPG into an embroidery file such as a PES, DST, SEW, etc... When I first got my embroidery machine,…
Digitizing Embroidery Designs and Finding Your Niche
When I first started off in machine embroidery, I joined every machine embroidery group I could find. And, when the subject of digitizing embroidery designs came up and how to…
Machine Embroidery on Corduroy
Corduroy is a polarizing fabric. Some people love it, some hate it. Me? I'm in the former camp. I LOVE corduroy. Maybe it's because corduroy reminds me of my preppy…
SewArt vs SewWhat Pro Machine Embroidery Software
If you are thinking about learning to digitize your own designs, you might have looked at SewArt and SewWhat Pro. They are entry level, inexpensive machine embroidery programs made by…
Digitizing Tips and Tricks for Machine Embroidery
When I first started digitizing, most of my embroidery designs were a hot mess. But, I kept at it, and eventually they turned out better. In addition to reading the…