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Looking for more Ways to Customize Jeans Check out this post by Angela Wolf, Restyle Jeans by Embellishing with Embroidery: Restyle Jeans by Embellishing with Embroidery A great way to restyle jeans is to embellish with embroidery. In a previous blog post, I demonstrated embellishing jeans with free-motion embroidery, but that technique was limited to … Read More
I can hardly sew up any garment without some form of embellishment, including my favorite A-line skirt! THE Dream Machine has a built-in embroidery design center called My Design Center, that is great for creating your own unique embroidery designs. You will be amazed at the possibilities! Let’s get started. MACHINE USED: THE Dream Machine® … Read More
MACHINES USED: Brother Serger Brother Coverstitch MATERIALS & SUPPLIES: T-SHIRT PATTERN – I am using the Ruched-T from the Angela Wolf Pattern Collection™. Here is a link to the paper version and a link to the PDF file and get 20% off with coupon code BROTHER20 Stretch fleece fabric 4 spools of serger thread Tailors chalk One … Read More
It’s time for another Upcycling post! This time I went into my closet and pulled out a button up shirt that I had once loved but had made it’s way to back of my closet. The bare shouldered Peep-holed Sleeve trend that you’ll see in stores is easy to add to this type of shirt … Read More
Machine: Brother 5234PRW Serger (or any Brother Serger) Accessories: Blind hem foot A flatlock stitch is commonly used for attaching two thick layers of fabric together, where you don’t want the bulk of a thick seam. In this video I will show the stitch to attach two layers of fleece fabric. I use this same … Read More
Looking for other things to do with your Serger? Check out Angela’s post: Video: Gathering Fabric with a Serger where she shows you how to gather fabric with your serger! We see gathered fabric all over the place from bed skirts and little girl’s dresses to ruffled pillows and so much more. It can be … Read More
Did you see this week’s Pintucked Glasses Case Project? Check out Angela’s post: Serged Eye Glass Case with FREE Pattern where she shows you how to achieve the technique she mentions in this weeks tip. She includes the pattern for the case for FREE too! Whether it’s for yourself, a friend or for Mother’s Day … Read More
Whether it’s for yourself, a friend or for Mother’s Day which is only a few weeks away, here’s a fun Serger Tutorial for a custom Eye Glass Case! First, we’re going to embellish the fabric with a Brother Serger. Then, add a beautiful finish to the edge and, finally, finish the Eye Glass Case with … Read More
Have you seen the elastic foot in action? Check out Angela’s post: UPCYCLING: Turn a Simple Tee into a Stylish Dress where she shows you how to use the SA212 Elastic foot for Serger!
One of the benefits of sewing is the capability of adding your own unique style to every project. This tutorial will show you how to expand on that creativity by designing your own custom stitch. The stitch options include a single stitch, triple stitch, or a combination of both. Sewing Machine: DreamWeaver® XE VM6200D Feature: … Read More
Materials and Supplies Machine Used: THE Dream Machine® Felt Fabric Color 1 Felt Fabric Color 2 SA5810 Medium-weight Tear Away Stabilizer or SA5929 Heavy-weight Cut Away Stabilizer (I used cut away.) Fusible fleece Peltex® 71F Single-Sided Fusible Ultra Firm Stabilizer Embroidery thread Scissors Iron Seam ripper FREE Easter Basket Pattern – Click Here to Download … Read More
Today marks the start of National Serger Month! Be sure to check out Threading the Brother 5234PRW Serger where I walk you through threading a serger with ease and the April Foot of the Month project where Joanne Banko shows you how to use the Blind Hem Foot that comes with most Brother Sergers in … Read More
I received my first serger has a college graduation gift. The serger came threaded with four spools of white thread; meaning no matter what color fabric I was working on, my overlock stitches were white. There was absolutely no way I was going to attempt re-threading that serger. Obviously, I overcame my fear. The good … Read More
It is so fun to have a new baby join the family! Yes, I am a new Auntie! A quick customized gift is in order, so how about an embroidered bodysuit? The little guy came a few weeks early, so a preemie size it is. This bodysuit is so small, it will be a challenge … Read More
Somehow, T-shirts seem to multiply. What to do with the extras that find there way home? How about turning them into a stylish dress with some of that extra knit fabric you’ve got in your stash? Utilizing your serger, my 5234PRW comes with a Blind stitch foot and I also use an Elastic foot, I’ll … Read More
Designing your own fabric with embroidery can be really fun and it’s easy to do! In celebration of National Embroidery Month, I thought I’d show you one of my favorite fabrics to embellish, tulle. Commonly used for wedding veils and table decorations, but what about embellishing garments such as sleeves for a jacket or dress. … Read More
Scanning Your Handwriting on THE Dream Machine Personalizing gifts is one of my favorite things to do with embroidery. When I got THE Dream Machine and realized that I could scan in my handwriting and drawings, it was the perfect way for me to create the ultimate personalized gifts for family and friends! When better … Read More