Halloween is the perfect opportunity to get creative. It’s fun to come up with wacky and weird outfits using unconventional materials laying around your house. And – if you are lucky enough to own an embroidery machine – you’ve got yourself a Halloween costume secret weapon. You can make tons of silly and functional Halloween […] The post How to make an in-the-hoop mask appeared first on Machine Embroidery Geek ..read more

Getting tired of monogramming the basic pillow sham and linens? Why not take your embroidery to the next level by personalizing a piece of furniture using your embroidery machine? Sound crazy? Well – it’s actually not -perhaps you’ll recall a while back that I actually monogrammed a chair! Well – we are taking it a […] The post How to make a monogrammed headboard appeared first on Machine Embroidery Geek ..read more

Ready to whip up a cute Fourth of July project but don’t want to shell out the cash for another embroidery design? Well – you are in luck. There are tons of free Fourth of July embroidery designs you can download and stitch out on your embroidery machine. To be honest -once I started digging I was surprised – there are a heck of a lot more than I would have expected! In this post, we’ll explore the benefits of collecting free Fourth of July embroidery designs, clarify some of the limitations of these designs, and then discuss some of the creative ways to use these designs. Items suitable for e ..read more

School’s out for summer, making it the perfect time to tackle a quick and easy machine embroidery project! In this post, I’ll show you how to make a custom embroidered clutch using your sewing and embroidery machine. It’s quick, easy, and the perfect accessory for any summer outfit. This particular design offers a fantastic opportunity to showcase your personal style while having a chic accessory for carrying your cell phone, credit card, cash, and a few other essentials.Also – you can probably make it from some small scraps of fabric that you already have laying around. I first debuted this p ..read more

Easter is on the horizon, and for the machine embroidery enthusiasts out there, it’s not just a season to dye eggs; it’s a time to craft some adorable gifts and home decor. One fun and productive way to use your embroidery machine this Easter season is to whip up some in-the-hoop Easter eggs! They are a great alternative to those cheapo plastic eggs that you fill with candy. Or, you can stuff them with fiber fill and use them in a home decor project. In this article, I will walk you through the steps to create an adorable in-the-hoop Easter egg. Not only is this a project that will fill your E ..read more

Are you an embroidery enthusiast wondering how to photograph your embroidery projects? I don’t blame you! Photography can have a huge impact on how your products are received. This is especially important if you are selling online where the customer must rely on photographs to be able to learn all they can about your embroidered products, and a good product photo can make or break a sale. Fortunately, you don’t need a lot of fancy equipment and software to get good photos of your embroidered projects. In this article, I’ll cover tips for capturing perfect shots of your machine embroidered proj ..read more

Neckline embroidery is a wonderful way to add a unique and personalized touch to a simple t-shirt, sweatshirt or sweater. And, with the help of an embroidery machine, you can machine embroider around a neckline in a matter of minutes. Look tricky? It’s easier than you think, and I’ll guide you through the process step-by-step in this tutorial. So, if you’ve been wanting to create beautiful statement necklines for yourself or your loved ones, read on! Products mentioned in this post Embrilliance Essentials SewWhat-Pro Solid-colored sweatshirt for kids “Hollie Marie” script font Disappearing in ..read more

A few years ago, I kicked off my Christmas shopping when I stumbled upon the most adorable, shiny, silver, plush, pink-lined vests in the girls section at Walmart. I scooped them up immediately with the intention of personalizing them for my two little nieces. And, in my haste, I didn’t even consider how difficult it would be to do it. At the time, I wasn’t even sure how to embroider on a puffy vest.  But – when you see the perfect gift, you need to go for it! So, that’s exactly what I did.   Perhaps I haven’t emphasized enough how fabulous these vests were. Frankly, I don’t think I ..read more

Are you ready to gobble up some fantastic Thanksgiving design freebies? Who would have guessed there are so many out there. If you are looking to stitch up some festive turkey-day decor but don’t want to break the bank – then you are in luck. We’re talking about designs that will make your embroidery project the star of Thanksgiving dinner. From cute and plump turkeys to intricate autumn leaves, these free patterns will give your creations that special Thanksgiving touch. So, get your embroidery machine warmed up, because we’re about to dive into a cornucopia of free, fabulous Thanksgiving emb ..read more

Have you ever wanted to stitch out an embroidery design that is larger than the largest embroidery hoop, you own? The solution may be within reach – and take the form of a multi-position hoop. These unique embroidery hoops (also referred to as repositionable hoops) are add on accessory you can purchase to enhance the capability of your embroidery machine. In this article, I’ll show you how to use a multi position hoop Products Mentioned in this Post PE800 Embroidery Machine PE535 Embroidery Machine SewWhat-Pro Embrilliance Enthusiast Bernina MEGA Hoop Embroidery hoop set for the PE535 that in ..read more