December 30, 2016
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Debbie SewBlest
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Part of machine embroidery is that we love to make special things for friends and family. One of my most favorite gifts, was a family monogram split applique featuring photos of family members. It was to commemorate my parents's 50th wedding anniversary.

Split applique designs are pretty popular, but this one added a lot of sentiment. I started with an applique design of the family surname monogram.
The full article was featured in the Jan/Feb 2016 Designs in Machine Embroidery magazine.
I used the PDF of the applique placement stitches
as a stencil over which to place photos.