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How To: Machine Embroidery Using Metallic Thread

Like many machine embroiderers, I have a love/hate affair with metallic embroidery thread. I love the way it shimmers and shines and can add a little extra 'pop' to a...

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How To: Machine Embroidery Using Metallic Thread

Like many machine embroiderers, I have a love/hate affair with metallic embroidery thread. I love the way it shimmers and shines and can add a little extra 'pop' to a...

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Furoshiki: Make a Summer Bag for Every Outfit

Have you ever wished that you could change your handbag as easily as you change clothing? If so, this idea is for you. During my recent trip to Japan I...

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Furoshiki: Make a Summer Bag for Every Outfit

Have you ever wished that you could change your handbag as easily as you change clothing? If so, this idea is for you. During my recent trip to Japan I...

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How To: Needle Felted Cell Phone Charms

I have just returned from a trip to Japan to study silk cultivation, production and product development. It was an amazing opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding and appreciation for...

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How To: Needle Felted Cell Phone Charms

I have just returned from a trip to Japan to study silk cultivation, production and product development. It was an amazing opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding and appreciation for...

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How To: Prepare a Pattern For Fitting

Fitting a pattern prior to cutting and sewing a garment is one of the most important steps to ensuring a successful garment project. In training to be a Palmer/Pletsch Certified...

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How To: Prepare a Pattern For Fitting

Fitting a pattern prior to cutting and sewing a garment is one of the most important steps to ensuring a successful garment project. In training to be a Palmer/Pletsch Certified...

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Ideas: Sewing for Your Sweetheart

Handmade coffee cozy from web 'how to' by Sharon Neth Look out - Valentine's Day is nearly here! It's not too late to whip up something special for your favorite...

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Ideas: Sewing for Your Sweetheart

Handmade coffee cozy from web 'how to' by Sharon Neth Look out - Valentine's Day is nearly here! It's not too late to whip up something special for your favorite...

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How To: Create Custom Templates for Embroidery Placement

How To: Create Custom Templates for Embroidery ...

Using a stitched outline template is my favorite positioning tool. To be fair, all of the various tools and techniques I've tried for placing embroidery, whether placement stickers, printed paper...

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How To: Create Custom Templates for Embroidery ...

Using a stitched outline template is my favorite positioning tool. To be fair, all of the various tools and techniques I've tried for placing embroidery, whether placement stickers, printed paper...

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