What are Birdnests?
Birdnests are not only annoying, they reduce productivity and can potentially ruin the entire project. What are birdnests? How do you prevent them? How do you recover from them? Find out here! What is...
View Article5 Common Causes of Birdnests
In the previous post, What are Birdnests? we looked at what a birdnest is and the potential damage it can cause. In this sequel we’ll look at five common causes of birdnests so we know the signs and...
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New Release! Unit 4: Stitch Types and Attributes
The latest installment in the Learn to Digitize Training Series for Generations auto-digitizing software users is now available and shipping! This unit continues in the tradition of the first unit: a...
View ArticleCabin Fever: Piecing in the Hoop
Foundation piecing, also known as paper piecing, is a popular technique used by quilters to easily piece blocks quickly and perfectly. Cabin Fever is a collection of 20 designs that recreates this...
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Getting Great Free-Standing Lace Embroidery Results
Had your eye on some lace designs? Wondering how they are done? Are they difficult? Here’s what you need to know. Lacework is an Advanced Technique And I don’t mean just mean digitizing! I really think...
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Whooo’s Got Your Reader? Owl Mini-Reader Bag or Purse
Owls are hot! And have been for a few years now. This owl-themed purse or mini-reader bag is full of features and is perfect for toting your iPad mini and smaller Nook, Kindle or other reader. Last...
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Tips for Cutting Fabric Appliques with the Brother Scan n Cut
After using the Brother Scan n Cut for several appliqué projects, I thought I’d share a bit of what I’ve learned through trial and error and playing around. Of course, many of these tips also apply to...
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Create Exquisite Embroidery with Any Thread!
The texture, type and weight of thread can dramatically impact the appearance of an embroidery design – are you making the right choices for your projects? Join the online Craftsy class Thread Savvy:...
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13 Things to Check Before You Press the Start Button on Your Embroidery Machine
It’s easy to get overly excited when you start embroidering. You’re anxious to get started and get your project done. But as the old saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure and...
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How to Make Your Embroidery More Unique with Ink!
I love embroidery designs that offer more possibilities for adding my own creative touch, especially appliqués and redwork or “color line” designs. A bonus with these two categories of designs is that...
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