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Getting dressed for summer often means sundresses and sleeveless garments like tank tops and camisoles. These are all quite comfortable in a warm setting but what happens when you enter the zone of chilly air conditioning? If you’re anything like me, you reach for a sweater! This sweater is designed to complement both casual and … Read More
I recently got the new Brother SE1900 Sewing and Embroidery Machine and love the versatile built-in designs offered. From lovely florals to cool dragons and lizards, my boys and I were having fun thinking of everything we could embroider on. I’ve always wanted a dragon embellished bomber jacket and so I decided to start with … Read More
Who doesn’t like a personalized gift that is useful to boot. I have been asked a lot about how to create these little jewels, so this month we will dive into this project. As you can see from the image, I created two versions of the project. I used the same settings for both in … Read More
Independence Day is just around the corner. From sea to shining sea, from the west coast to the east, to the great state of Texas in the south, our great country celebrates July 4th with parades, picnics and celebrations of all sorts. And, of course, we also have Mickey Mouse. He is recognized through the … Read More
My family has an annual summer game competition, and cornhole is one of our favorite events at the games! (my husband and I usually are pretty good at it as well.) I remember several years ago when I made my first set of bags I didn’t really measure the size, or the weight and my … Read More
Celebrate green thumb season with a colorful apron featuring a practical zippered pocket. Use it to hold your cell phone, keys, seed packets, or whatever you wish. The added ribbon is decoratively stitched and then sewn to the zipper using the Brother narrow zipper foot. Designed for many zipper applications, this special foot allows for … Read More
Adding a touch of embroidery is a great way to upcycle a pair of pants or if sewing from scratch, you can plan ahead for the placement. For this tutorial I am using a pair of ready-to-wear capris. Supplies: Seam ripper Tailors chalk Embroidery Stabilizer: Pacesetter lightweight, adhesive backed, water soluble stabilizer SA8906 Note: If … Read More
Make your own Cool Dad Emoji and keep Dad’s beverages cool with this quick and easy Can wrap. I love being able to add something made for a gift to make it more personal. A can holder is a fun usable gift that will keep dad’s drinks cool all summer. This is made from a … Read More
One of the things I love most about machine embroidery is the ability to personalize most anything you can get into an embroidery hoop. With that in mind, how about transforming a pair of utilitarian garden gloves into a stylish set stitched in bright and cheerful colors? Combine a small garden theme accent design with … Read More
Summer, Pooh, flowers and cool, comfy play clothes—that’s what sewing this time of year is all about. The easy-to-sew, fully lined tunic with coordinating capris is a joy to stitch on THE Dream Machine or a Quattro. The design is built in on these machines. Alternatively, the design can be purchased at iBroidery.com. So, pull … Read More
If you’re a gardening enthusiast, you may enjoy sharing cuttings and extra plants with family, friends, and neighbors too! Our Brother Free Design of the Month is a delightful design with a garden theme, perfect for this embroidered plant marker. Make one or more before putting on your garden gloves and heading out to the … Read More
Here is another recycle project for the turtlenecks in our closet, and it’s easy – perfect for beginners! For this sewing tutorial, I am using a turtleneck that has a design, but any tank top will work. Click below for the video tutorial and here is a quick recap. Supplies: Scissors ½” Wide Elastic Pins … Read More
Time for another Brother Sews Quick Tip! Note: Stitch shown above is from THE Dream Machine XV8550D. The Shell Tuck Edge Stitch on your Brother machine is ideal for hemming light weight fabrics with a narrow hem and an added touch of heirloom elegance! This stitch looks somewhat ordinary on the screen of your machine … Read More
Journaling is a great way to record thoughts, memories, and dreams. It’s especially nice to have a beautiful book to hold all of your hand-written ideas and reflections. This embroidered cover is the perfect way to dress up a plain journal. With Mother’s Day just around the corner, you can make this in an afternoon … Read More
You are going to love these cute fabric gift tags. They are versatile and add a handmade touch to any gift. I love giving homemade gifts, but sometimes a gift card is really the best option (teacher gifts!!!) So, I started making these adorable fabric gift cards, so I can still give a bit of … Read More
This case will protect your spectacles with style! Featuring pintucks and decorative stitches it’s easy to make. Why not make one for yourself and one to give as a special gift? Materials and Supplies: Brother Sewing machine SA179 Pintuck foot with cord guide Basic sewing notions including two spools of good quality thread to match … Read More
Each year I try to come up with something unique and personal to send my mom on Mother’s Day. She love’s handwritten letters, so why not add a custom monogrammed envelope that she can keep the letters or use for something else – maybe to hold makeup or coupons. Something small she can carry that … Read More
The Brother Free Design for this month is a beautiful decorative buttonhole. In this project you’ll find a Free Bonus Design and a blank bookmark design file. Combine the two designs together, add some lettering to personalize the bookmark, and you have the makings of a great little gift. Why not make one for Mom … Read More