Autism Awareness Month

This month is autism awareness month…  Autism to me is really just seeing the world in a different way.  Of course autism is a whole spectrum, meaning that there are people who function at all parts of the spectrum. Parents of kids on the autism spectrum know...

In the Hoop Project

One of the fun things to try with an embroidery machine is In The Hoop Projects.  You can find them on Etsy labeled as ITH.  These are patterns that while sewed are all put together in the machine step by step.    Generally you start with   stabilizer in the hoop and...

Vinyl

I made this and love it!  This is inspired by one of my favorite shows!  I was looking for the perfect teacher gift and this fit the bill perfectly.  I was able to make this with iron on cut on the cricut and a bag.   I’ve ironed a name on the back side. Bags...

Tubes – Recycling?

Much of the fabric I use comes on big cardboard tubes.  The tubes are fairly heavy and it seems I’m always trying to figure out a use for them other than just putting them directly in the recycle bin.  I also have gotten the flat cardboard pieces for bolts and...

Threads for Embroidery – Colors Everywhere

I love my embroidery machine! I’ve been playing with it. My new favorite is making napkins with a breast cancer theme that I’m going to share soon! I’m trying to get them perfected… Right now I’ve been using two woven fabrics and a...