I use target rulers to quickly find the middle of a quilt block, pocket, placket or other embroiderable area. Once placed on the fabric, I slip a target sticker into the hole, aligning the crosshairs. Then I confidently remove the target ruler and hoop the fabric. [More]

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If you love to give gifts straight from the kitchen, like jams, jellies and canned goods, I found th [More]

Often placement is crucial to embroidery success and little bit of planning will make your embroider [More]

It is so easy to make a wrong cut when working with two-layered appliques. It happens to all of us. [More]

Just a little tip (I have never seen this one anywhere). Once in awhile, you will be stitching along [More]

Happy September everyone.  Today I have a quick project and set of free fall leaf designs to ki [More]

I don’t know about you, but my sewing room is pretty much a mess right now and, whether we like it o [More]

This summer we visited some very special friends.  At lunch one day, I [More]

The thread that binds and then shreds. I have been working at collecting ideas that work for others [More]

We are still (or maybe I should say again) working on the girl’s bedroom makeover from last spring.& [More]

After returning from a beautiful vacation and trying to get back into work mode, I received a call f [More]

Pat W. on the Molly Mine Facebook group posted this fabulous idea of how she keeps track of the thre [More]

The Avid Embroiderer Presents - Color Converter and an Autumn Freebie (really?? Autumn?)  [More]

Coloring books are really popular right now, even with adults. So why not color between the lines of [More]

embroidery gown by designs in machine embroidery [More]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--36YX_KRbI  woman doing showing the steps to a mirror. 13:11 [More]

Rayon embroidery thread is one of the most popular and readily-available threads on the market [More]

As we all wander around the Internet, we often see something that just stops us in our tracks. You k [More]

My granddaughters are tremendously excited about attending a week long camp program at our local zoo [More]

I’m sure you have seen many lovely totes, purses, and backpacks with embroidered monograms [More]

Last week I was reading a Comment in her blog on removing stabilizers. [More]

Isn’t it fun to capture a happy memory in needle and thread? It’s not always easy to achieve but whe [More]

I am not much of a decorator. I love to see what others have done but for myself, I would buy 10 ite [More]

Since wedding season is rapidly upon us, I thought a refresher would be in order as it’s been four y [More]

Everyone has their own wayIf you're like me, you've read several tips about removing water-soluble t [More]

Free-standing Lace – Fun or Frustrating [More]

Computers in your Clothes? A Wearable Electronics Milestone Photo Courtesy of Jo McCulty, Oh [More]

Split applique designs are very popular right now and they are so versatile that you can create ever [More]

n-the-hoop projects are very popular.  There is something satisfying [More]

Can you spot the error in these tips?Jump stitches are important to cut. Leaving them in can have th [More]

When I hear kids say "just 2 more months of school" or "just one more year of school" I laugh to mys [More]

These things are just a little information for your project.  I know that, although I have been [More]

As I noted in my blog "Where is an Expert When You Need One?" sometimes we need an expert opinion an [More]

Happy and Healthy New Year to each of you.  I cannot believe another year has passed.  I t [More]

There is something interesting about 'Newbie' mistakes, we all make them AND, sometimes the most exp [More]

I love doing this blog and I love Calvin and Hobbs as well:  Let's just say that they underst [More]

It seems to me that when I watched my mother sewing, she did not have dozens of needles, she had a p [More]

I hope that you have just the right amount of tension for your machine and your life.  Too litt [More]

As embroiderers, we have a lot to consider when deciding on a project.  This is how I try to vi [More]

  The entries in this year African Folklore Embroidery $500 Challenge, were spectacular. Congratulations to first place winner, Roberta Peterson from Woodland, Washington. Roberta attended an African folklore Embroidery class that I taught at Monica’s quilt and bead shop in Palm Spri... [More]

When I first heard the term "Portable Loyalty" I thought that it did not refer to me. I am a loyal c [More]

This is one of those words that looks familiar but we are never quite sure if we know it or not! How [More]

Without thread, embroidery is just a piece of fabric. . .  The thread can make a great design m [More]

I have used thinner threads for certain types of embroidery.  For instance, some monograms can [More]

Maybe it is my age, or maybe it is just because things change, but so often, I think of things I cou [More]

Hello everyone.  Had some spare time in my new married life and wanted to touch base with this great community!! I have been emailing my customer base about needles and thread and how my experience may help those that are either new, or, just have never given these two important tools much tho... [More]

Threads for Thought: Two New Lines for Your Next Project Experienced decorators know that quality lies stitch deep. With so many thread options to choose from, embroiderers can customize the look and feel of every project they produce. Further expanding its line of quality threads, Brother Internat... [More]

Much to my delight, this is my first year anniversary.  Thank you!  Thank you! Thank you! [More]

I have been thinking about doing embroidery on lingerie for some time now.  I might be doing so [More]

With the Holiday Season right around the corner, everyone will be creating new and following old tra [More]

Some words cause us to think Luxury, and Pashmina is one of them.  Pashmina is the Indian/Persi [More]

Needles           General Information:  The low [More]

Hooping 101   Initially, I thought I might be able to discuss hooping in a single blo [More]