With October just around the corner why not spook up the face masks with Halloween inspired designs. This is a good project to get the kids involved, and it’s made easy with the ScanNCut DX and CanvasWorkspace. My kids enjoyed making the faces from the templates and browsing all the designs from the CanvasWorkspace. … Read More
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DIY Colorful Butterfly Costume
Halloween is here and whether your child wants to be scary or sweet, it’s time to make that DIY Halloween costume! This is a simple butterfly costume that can be made for any age. You can even make one for everyone in the family and go as a kaleidoscope of butterflies – the perfect DIY … Read More
Stitch a Sewing Machine Shape for a Fun Tag or Appliqué
Did you know the Brother BES Dream Edition software program includes a fun sewing machine shape? I decided to celebrate National Sewing Machine Day by stitching this shape two different ways. Making the most of my Brother tools for creativity, I used BES software to make the shape, ScanNCut to cut the shape, and the … Read More
Super Cool National Quilting Month Barn Quilt
For National Quilting Month, I wanted to create a cool-quilty-keepsake that is both simple and totally fun. I know that a Barn Quilt is generally made out of wood and paint; and since this isn’t something I generally have around and I’m absolutely obsessed with fabric and sewing, I opted for this option as an … Read More
Stylin’ Heart Inspired Apron
Hi all, I’ve created a new project this month for you and your mini. It’s a fun apron that you can make with your child while you are having fun bonding. Materials: Blank Canvas aprons (your choice of color) ScanNCut DX Brother Sewing Machine Red vinyl Red thread Red crystals Iron + Ironing Board Clean … Read More
Top 5 Holiday Gift Ideas from Brother
Tis the season of many warm and wonderful things like hot cocoa by the fire, loud laughter and of course, fun family gatherings. And, if you’re like us, creating an assortment of homemade gifts is so much more meaningful and enjoyable! To get you in the spirit, Brother is here to make personalized gifting a … Read More
Sews & Crafts Crossover: Hello Summer! Banner
Brother Sews gets together with Brother Crafts to welcome summer with a fun and festive Hello Summer! Banner. You will need: Brother sewing machine, ScanNCut DX machine, around 1 yard of colorful fabric, stiff felt, Brother iron-on appliqué sheets, thread, quilt batting, small 0.25” wooden dowel, yarn or rope, iron, SummerBanner.fcm Steps: 1. Measure and … Read More
Let It Snow, So I Can Sew Banner
I was playing around with my BES4 Power Pack 2 software and thought of this little saying. Yes, I could have embroidered the entire thing, but I wanted to use some of my Power Pack 2 tools for this one instead. I love playing with the different Heat Transfer Vinyl that is available. This project … Read More