With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, I know that I’m always looking for a unique, thoughtful, heartfelt gift to give those that I love. And when it comes to hand-made, I definitely like to add easy to the list of adjectives. So, this year, I decided to use the embroidery feature on Alfonso to create a … Read More
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Foot of the Month: Sweet Sachet with Pearls and Lace
This sweet sachet will add a pleasant scent to your dresser drawers, closet, suitcase, storage boxes, and even your fabric stash! You could even hang it up in a prominent place to enjoy the scent and add beauty to most any space. Our sachet is trimmed with a pretty lace motif and basic craft pearls … Read More
Embroider a Hoody with Precise Placement
Two of my nephews stopped by my studio for a few days last week and I couldn’t resist wanting to embroider their hoody’s. They loved the look of the Brother Luminaire and asked if there were any great video games in the tablet! Sadly, there are no video games on the Luminaire 😊 but there … Read More
How to Monogram Quilted Baby Bunting
My sisters’ twins are turning 5 months old and I thought I would get them ready for the chillier weather. I purchased matching buntings (of course I could have made them, but these were too cute to pass up) and started to work on a fun project. The hardest part was deciding on which decorative … Read More
Part 2: Refashion Sweatshirt to Bomber Jacket
After sewing my bomber jacket in Part 1, I wanted to add some of the built in designs the Brother SE1900 Sewing and Embroidery Machine offers on the back and front to jazz it up a bit. There are plenty of designs to choose from and for this one I went with the large dragon. … Read More
Pooh and a Field of Flowers Tutorial
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
A Fun Hat Embroidery Project
One of the things I love most about machine embroidery is the ability to create custom items and gifts. Embroidering designs, lettering, and monogram on basic items can instantly transform them into works of art. Lately, I’ve really been getting into embroidery on hats! They’re a great gift to kick start my kids summer break … Read More
June Free Design: Embroidered Plant Stake
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
Embroidered Journal Cover
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
DIY Bicycle Bag
Hurrah! It’s National Bike Month! Let’s celebrate the way we like best—sewing and creating with THE Dream Machine by Brother or another Brother combo machine with 5×7 frame. Let’s celebrate all that fun, healthy, outdoor cycling with this handy bike bag. Embellish it with a scenic bike design from iBroidery.com and learn to convert it … Read More
Foot of the Month: Heirloom Eyeglass Case
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
Monogrammed Envelope for Mother’s Day
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
Part 1: DIY Spa Gift Collection
My favorite projects to sew are gifts for my loved ones. I feel the process of sewing is that much more enjoyable and thought out. I can tailor each gift to the person I’m making it for, like these little spa kits. They’re an all-around a great gift that you can give to your mom … Read More
I Love Sewing Key Fob
Have you ever misplaced your USB media with all your favorite designs? If the answer is yes, you’ll appreciate having this key fob to make it more visible, easier to find, and fun loving too! You can easily make this In-the-Hoop project in just a short time using our Free Design Download. Makes a great … Read More
Upcycled Pet Collar
This is a super easy, fun and cute project for the lovable fur baby in your home. After all, our pets need to feel super special. For this project, I decided to create two different looks. The Red and White checked is a non-traditional monogram and the Blue and White stripes a traditional monogram. As … Read More
Embroider Personalized Hearts for Valentine’s
I am always looking for cute decorations for Valentine’s Day, maybe it’s just that I love the color red 😊 ! Custom embroidered felt hearts is a fun way to share the love. This is a quick tutorial using My Design Center on THE Dream Machine Brother sewing machine. Supplies: Felt, tearaway embroidery stabilizer, water … Read More
Valentine’s Day Cupcake Toppers
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
DIY Project: Embroidered Football Coasters
I am not much of a chef, but I do enjoy planning parties. The next party on the agenda is for the big game! Here is something super fun and easy, not to mention your guests will really get a kick out of (no pun intended 😊) embroidered coasters in team colors. Supplies: The size … Read More