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Keeping It Simple - Embroidered Door Stop for Spring

While out one day a few weeks ago my mother and I saw some really cute little door stop decorations done in an Easter theme. I love the fresh spring air flowing through the house but I always have to use a door stop to keep my front door from swinging shut. In the past I have used a fabric covered brick...

Posted to The Memory Book (Weblog) by db1921 on Fri, Apr 26 2013
Keeping It Simple - Burlap Wreath for Spring

We had our first really nice day here today in what seems like forever. And tomorrow is supposed to be even better. Maybe those 8 foot piles of pushed snow will finally melt. So, with spring in the air the mood struck to create some new things for the front porch. Since I have no car right now I went...

Posted to The Memory Book (Weblog) by db1921 on Fri, Mar 22 2013
A Beautiful Monogram

The origins of monograms were very regal. Monograms were generally used as a signature and on coins. The artists of the Middle Ages used them to sign their work. Eventually, a monogram became a symbol of one’s place in society. Today, monograms are everywhere including on the leather of a prestigious...

Posted to The Avid Embroiderer (Weblog) by pat71896 on Fri, Mar 8 2013
ADB - Rice Therapy Bag

Soothing rice therapy bags are so easy to make. This one was a Halloween gift but you could do any season. The washable case is a plus. See how here.

Posted to General (MediaGallery) by db1921 on Mon, Feb 4 2013
Cold Hands, Warm Heart: Cutwork as Applique

This project combines two designs, applique and cutwork used as applique, and is created in the hoop. Add some wording with Alphabet Express and it becomes a unique decoration you can leave up through snow season. Start with Dakota Collectibles MI2021 heart applique as the base. I resized it to fit in...

Posted to Sew Easy (Weblog) by sewblest on Fri, Dec 21 2012
Keeping It Simple: Soothing Boo Bags aka Rice Heat Therapy Bags

Today's blog started out on my stocking stuffer list but I was just in the mood to try one after finding an old package of rice in the back of the pantry this week. So, I went ahead and made a couple with washable covers in the theme of Halloween. Rice therapy bags can be heated in the microwave...

Posted to The Memory Book (Weblog) by db1921 on Thu, Nov 15 2012
Snowflake Window Ornament

Applique designs are so versatile. They can be used as a traditional applique on apparel or a quilt and they can also be used as a stand-alone piece, much like freestanding lace. The Window with Snowflakes ornament (XM1791) from the Merry Christmas Ornaments set by Dakota Collectibles features 20 freestanding...

Posted to Sew Easy (Weblog) by sewblest on Tue, Nov 6 2012
Happy Haunting October Fest

Don't be afraid to change up the colors in your embroidery designs. Just because it shows up as an orange moon, doesn't mean that you can't make it yellow! This project uses Happy Haunting by Amazing Designs, a companion design to last year's Halloween blog . Although it was just fine...

Posted to Sew Easy (Weblog) by sewblest on Tue, Oct 16 2012
Freestanding Organza Leaves

I am fortunate to live in an area where I am surrounded by autumn's brilliance this time of year. With some water-soluble stabilizer, an applique design, and organza in shades of red, orange, and gold, fall leaves can be enjoyed well beyond their typical lifespan. Using the same Amazing Designs Applique...

Posted to Sew Easy (Weblog) by sewblest on Fri, Sep 21 2012
Reversible Applique Towel

Take your applique to the next level by making it totally reversible. It is really easy to do with machine embroidery. Just place applique fabric on the back at the same time as the front. Start out with a cotton hand towel. You can purchase one or make your own. Since I'm adding autumn leaves, I...

Posted to Sew Easy (Weblog) by sewblest on Fri, Aug 31 2012

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