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The Devil is in the details

Mom was right, the devil is in the details and he has had a devilishly good time with embroidery - - - Just like any computer aided process, out thinking the required steps can be very challenging indeed. If you figure out the stabilizer correctly, then the thread may be acting up. If those are working...

Posted to The Avid Embroiderer by pat71896 on Fri, Jun 24 2011
Filed under: Filed under: Tips, stabilizers, hooping, The Avid Embroiderer, alphabet xpress, heirloom, wss, hugo's amazing tape, Heat Away, digitizing, monogram, autobaste, Sheets, cotton, AlphabetXpress, tip, sewout, anniversary, adhesive, AnnTheGran, save time, pillowcase, bride, Alpha Xpress, placement, delicate, fonts, tricks, techniques, hoop, alphabets, gift ideas, pillowcases, Wedding, baste, corner, hankie, darling, jump stitches, stepparent, macros, self-healing mat, mother-in-law
Nailing a Corner

I am constantly seeking something unusual for my bridal shop. I enjoy bringing something really unique for selling to brides who appreciate beautiful things that I can product without fail over and over again. The first thing that has to be absolute is that the design is well digitized. Seeking them...

Posted to The Avid Embroiderer by pat71896 on Fri, May 13 2011
Filed under: Filed under: stabilizers, annthegran stabilizer, The Avid Embroiderer, heirloom, water soluble stabilizer, digitizing, allaboutblanks, applique, bride, placement, whitework, Wedding, candle wicking, corner, fleur de lis
Unique Bridal Linens

Every day I see digitizers trying to create something new for machine embroidery. I see things like candy holders, free standing lace items, beautiful floral designs and lettering - of all sorts. Additionally, I frequently see letters attached the strangest things - bunnies, cupcakes, Christmas Lights...

Posted to The Avid Embroiderer by pat71896 on Fri, Mar 4 2011
Filed under: Filed under: FSL Monograms, The Avid Embroiderer, FSL, digitizing, monogram, lettering, free standing lace, Mesiano Designs, monograms, aprons, density, white work, guest towels, baby, Susan Mars, bride, placement, whitework, fonts, alphabets, gift ideas, Wedding, bear, bullet proof, Dakota, All About Blanks: heirloom
Mylar and Embroidery

Embroidery is always trying to do new and different things. My mother's embroidery was limited essentially to linens, some decorating and clothing. Now we embroider on screen doors, wood and just about anything that does not move or require food. I wonder when someone will figure out how to embroider...

Posted to The Avid Embroiderer by pat71896 on Fri, Sep 17 2010
Filed under: Filed under: avid embroiderer, The Avid Embroiderer, FSL, shadow applique, Christmas, Holidays, Ornaments, metallic thread, bridal gown, digitizing, bling, applique, density, guest towels, tearaway, butterfly, freebie, bride, organza, halloween, Mylar
Threads of Embroidery

I have used thinner threads for certain types of embroidery. For instance, some monograms can be more elegant with a lighter thread. When we buy embroidery thread, we usually get the 40 weight. Thread is sold by the weight. Here is a simplified explanation of that criteria: The size is based on the length...

Posted to The Avid Embroiderer by pat71896 on Fri, Aug 20 2010
Filed under: Filed under: projects, avid embroiderer, needles, The Avid Embroiderer, tips for new embroiderers, thread tension, machine embroidery, prewound bobbin, digitizing, thread breakage, 3D, cotton, tip, bobbins, tension, thread, density, colors, white work, bride, dainty, whitework, delicate, redwork, blackwork

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Ann The Gran Community

The Devil is in the details

Nailing a Corner

Unique Bridal Linens

Mylar and Embroidery

Threads of Embroidery