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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
Recently I was in a popular store strolling down the baby aisle. Seeing so many little baby things inspired me! I decided to create something that could be included in a special gift set for a new baby. Along with a lot of other must have baby items, I saw some very boring baby bottles … Read More
The Brother SE625 2-in-1 sewing and 4″ x 4″ embroidery machine gives you more! More color with a large color touch LCD screen, more designs, more fonts, more workspace, and features for creative sewing. View your embroidery designs in full color on the large, 3.7″ Sew Smart color LCD touch screen display, and preview your … Read More
Now it’s easy to go pro from home! Whether you’re considering a home business or just looking to open up your creativity, getting the right partner is a great place to begin. Introducing the Entrepreneur 6-Plus. It’s so user-friendly and so incredibly easy to use. Put it to work – or play – for you! … Read More
Hello fellow sewing community, Laura here from Trash to Couture. When I first learned to sew, my favorite projects were upcycling old clothing. I found it to be an easier and sustainable way to sew rather than starting from scratch every time. This project is a refashioned t-shirt raglan I initially designed for my kids … Read More
This month Brother brings you a beautiful paisley patterned embroidery design. Use the design to add random, artistic motifs to a scarf made from warm wool. Accent the edge of the scarf with color-matched bobbin work stitchery for a high-end look found in the best boutiques. Follow along and see how easy it is to … Read More
While I love machine embroidery, I honestly forget that Felicia can do it until I’m alerted to a design that is entirely in my wheelhouse. This totally happened when I was shown the new Disney Tsum Tsum Holiday Designs. I had no idea what I was going to make with them, but I knew that … Read More
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
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
Hello everyone. Laura here from Trash to Couture. For this post, I will share with you how to embroider onto a collared shirt with the Brother SE625 Sewing and Embroidery Machine. This is a great way to update old or boring clothing. The SE625 has a set of built in floral patterns that I will be … Read More
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
Customizing pieces of your winter wardrobe has never been easier. This project, as seen on the cover of the new 2017 Brother Holiday Gift Guide, will show you how to use embroidery and appliqué to embellish a knitted hat and mittens. Ready? Let’s get started! Project: Embellish hat and mittens Supplies: Hat, mittens, 10” x … Read More
Outdoor activities abound this time of year and dressing for the weather is essential! Our featured embroidery design this month is a waterfowl motif that’s perfect for decorating outdoor apparel. Embroider the design on a men’s or boy’s vest constructed from scratch using a commercial pattern, or consider embellishing a ready-made garment with this design. … Read More
One garment for two fall holidays! This easy reversible A-line jumper features Halloween designs on one side and Thanksgiving on the other.The easy lining/reversing technique requires only 4” of handsewing. This might be one of your favorite patterns! Requirements: Fabric: Black pique’, brown pique’ (yardage according to size), orange gingham 3/8 yd. for hemline border … Read More
For this month, we are going to combine two coordinating quilt weight cotton fabrics to make high quality cloth napkins for fall festivities. This easy project features the Stitch Guide foot for sewing neat narrow seams and for topstitching edges. Make a whole set to match the number of your place settings and to add … Read More
Setting the table for fall holidays and special occasions is more enjoyable with embroidered napkin rings. Make these simple napkin rings by combining a petite sized design with small lettering and some heartfelt sentiments. You’ll have the makings of a great conversation starter for your next holiday gathering! Materials and Supplies Brother Sewing and Embroidery … Read More
Machine Embroidery on a solid color knit top is a great way to turn plain into pretty! Embroidery near the neckline is especially attractive and this Brother Free Design of the Month design is ideal with it’s open and airy style of stitches. Preparation is the key to success and this project includes lots of … Read More
Materials and Supplies Machine Used: THE Dream Machine® or use any Brother Sewing and Embroidery machine with 4×4 or larger embroidery area 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 … Read More