If you want to add a little extra to your Valentine’s Day celebration, these cupcake toppers are a quick and easy way to transform your cupcakes from boring to fun! They are perfect for a class party as well. Materials Needed: Simply Applique or BES 4 Dream Edition Software Felt Embroidery Thread Embroidery machine Tearaway … Read More
Holiday
Happy New Year!
From all of us here at the Stitching Sewcial blog, we would like to wish you a happy and joyous new year! What is the one project you are looking forward to creating this year?
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
From all of us here at the Brother Sews Stitching Sewcial Blog, we would like to wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas! May your heart and home be joyous during this festive time of year. And, we hope Santa is good to you all!
Fun Woven Chevron Stocking!
Y’all may or may not know that I have a 4 1/2 year old daughter named Helena. Well, her self-anointed super power is “stylish” and she has definitely taken us outside of the traditional color scheme this holiday season. This year, pink and purple and sparkles are literally everywhere in my house, so when I … Read More
Create Your Own Holiday Gift Tags
Materials used: BES4 Dream Edition Software 2 pieces of Water Soluble Stabilizer Double sided fusible adhesive ScanNCut or Printed template 4×4 inch hoop Fabric and Embroidery Thread One of the things I love about the holiday season is putting more effort into gift giving than just going out and purchasing something without adding any personalization. … Read More
Embroidered Gift Idea for the Holidays
Materials: Bath or Hand Towel BES4 Dream Edition Software with Power Pack Hoop size of your choice my towel used an 8×8 inch embroidery hoop Water Soluble Adhesive Stabilizer Water Soluble topping This time of year, is the time to think about gift giving. When I have the time, I really enjoy making my gifts … Read More
Freestanding Lace Star Ornament
Hello everyone. Laura here from Trash to Couture. For this post, I will share with you how to create a beautiful lace ornament with your Brother embroidery machine! You’ll stitch this built-in Freestanding Lace Design on two layers of water-soluble stabilizer, then rinse the design in water, to leave only the thread. These ornaments make perfect … Read More
Foot of the Month: Gift bag with Pearls and Ribbon Trim
This elegant gift bag is the perfect wrapping for a variety of gifts. We used the featured Foot of the Month, the Pearls and Sequins Foot to trim the top with craft pearls for a festive touch. Interested in an idea for making this even more special? Craft a personalized message using custom ribbon made … Read More
Magic Cookie Bag
Convince Santa that you are nice, not naughty, with cookies baked just for him! This magical gift bag holds a bribe for Santa and a poem that will bring a smile. Or make goodies for your child’s teacher, a neighbor or a friend. The magic comes when the bag is quickly transformed into a holiday … Read More
DIY Christmas Stocking
Take a look at our custom sewn and personalized stockings all ready to stuff with gifts and goodies! Make them yourself and you can easily embroider a name or delightful Disney design while the top band is still flat and goes easily into the hoop. Follow these instructions and you’ll be finished with your stocking … Read More
In-the-Hoop Embroidered Gift Tag
Special gifts deserve a special gift tag! Create a combination design using the Free Design of the Month, lettering from Brother software or built into your machine, and this bonus In-the-Hoop gift tag design download. The added pocket on the back of the tag is ideal for inserting a gift card or a heartfelt greeting. … Read More
Fun Embroidered Christmas Jumper
I’ve made my favorite jumper pattern as my Daughter’s Christmas dress for a couple years now and this year I’m adding a fun touch with a Disney Embroidery Design created on my Brother Innov-ís NS1750D. I love the fun Disney® Christmas Designs you can purchase on the iBroidery site this holiday season. Here are a … Read More
Decorative Thanksgiving Table Runner
With your Brother sewing/embroidery combo machine you can make seasonal table runners to set the mood for the entire dining room or kitchen. While the colors are all about fall, the text is all about gratitude. Use it for Thanksgiving or anytime. This relative easy project includes some techniques here that might be new to … Read More
Applique Star: Ornament or Coaster Project
Create as many great little Free Standing Applique Star ornaments or coasters as you want with this free design. It looks good on both the front and back sides. This is achieved by using the same thread color in the bobbin and top thread. It’s a great little design that fits within a 4” x … Read More
Decorative Candy Bowl Cover for Halloween
Be ready for the scary monsters and spooky goblins with this fun and easy decorative candy bowl cover! Machine Used: Brother PQ1500 Supplies: 2 pieces of cotton fabric cut the dimensions of your bowl (see below) 2 packages of 1 inch double fold bias tape 2 packages of grommets measuring tape pins fabric marking pencil … Read More
DIY Halloween Trick or Treat Basket
Go door-to-door and trick or treat in style with this super cute Halloween Trick or Treat Basket! In no time at all, your basket will be overflowing with plenty of candy goodness! Machine: THE Dream Machine Materials: Inside of bag: Cut 1 cotton fabric 27” by 14” and cut a 9” circle Outside of bag: … Read More