There are many types of designs, something simple, like a line drawing, often called ‘redwork, white [More]

Do you trim your jump stitches as they happen? Maybe you should! Good digitizers have very few jump [More]

Laser Precisionby Designs in Machine Embroidery on September 20, 2022How do you regularly [More]

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Hindsight is always 20/20. I recently read this thread and thought the information was not only usef [More]

Last time, I did my blog around the 'tension issues' we all encounter. If you missed it, check it he [More]

Note: items in green are specific information in machine embroidery.Among the challenging things to [More]

Well, my title is a little off base, but there are multiple reasons to discuss tension, especially i [More]

Having a backup of your files means more than having two copies. Where you store these files is even [More]

Escaped Friend 5x7 15k 7 color The Avid Embroiderer.zip (440.1KB) [More]

Cleaning your embroidery machine is standard practice, but one tiny area can cause big problems. Ge [More]

When asked what they dislike most about machine embroidery, many say it is hooping.   Hooping [More]

Sometimes the embroidery is the star, and sometimes it could be the background. [More]

Let’s face it, embroidering skin tones can be challenging; however, with the right color of threads, [More]

Pets are like family and these two projects are perfect for anyone who loves their four-legged fur b [More]

I have been a fan of Http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=7828  Badgemaster for abo [More]

This week we are going to discuss Joe’s 5 Great Tips for Edge to Edge Quilting.  You might be a [More]

I remember when I started machine embroidery. I had no access to assistance, I bought my machine via [More]

Can I Embroider on That? Embroidery on unconventional items & materials.  There are many di [More]

This adorable ITH project can be stitched up quickly and is perfect for fundraisers or shower gifts. [More]

Applique Precut or Trim in the Hoop!by Designs in Machine Embroidery on May 17, 2022Machin [More]

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by Designs in Machine Embroidery on April 5, 2022Embroidered Earrings are all the rage sin [More]

Industry expert Pat Williams has created this adorable project that can be used as a table topper or [More]

While watching the news, I saw the drought in California is causing many issues. We all take water f [More]

Color palettes are a brilliant way to get design inspiration. All of us struggle with choosing emb [More]

ColorPlay Thread Kits are a beautiful collection of five threads, one is the Medley Variegated [More]

Since I have been having difficulty finding my supplies locally, in the Phoenix Metro Area, I have b [More]

Let’s discuss the top 10 questions embroiderers ask and the answers to those questions.  What q [More]

Do you worry about bumping your USB while it is plugged in? A broken port means no designs can be lo [More]

     Well, I'm back to embroidering for children again.  My newest thing is jigsaw puzzles.I embroider a picture on a piece of felt, then add another piece of felt under the stabilizerbefore stitching the outlines of puzzle pieces.  Then I use special cut work needl... [More]

NOTE:  The design sizes as described here and in the Stitch Counts documentavailable below are correct.  Determine which design size is right for you based onthis information.  I used 130 x 180 mm, 150 x 240 mm, and 200 x 260 hoops for Small,Medium and Large designs respectively. ... [More]

I recently read somewhere that in order to keep our brain fresh and vibrant, it is important to exercise it the same way that we exercise our body.  That exercise includes doing the embroidery we all love, but it can also include games, puzzles, as well as the everyday issues we face.  Tod... [More]