Free Embroidery Download: Christmas Crafts 2015 Day 3

When I was in middle school, we all had a poster of the “Desiderata” on our walls. The poem, written in 1927 was recited by Joan Crawford in a 1970 interview with David Frost and become immensely popular for  several decades after.Many years after middle school, I was surprised to discover that many of my … More Free Embroidery Download: Christmas Crafts 2015 Day 3

Free Embroidery Download: Christmas Crafts 2015 Day 2

I hope you enjoy Day 2 of Free Christmas Craft Downloads 2015! I’m continuing my seven days of favorite saying on Tea-Towels. These designs are created to be sewn out on the new Janome 500E and any other machine whose embroidery field is at least 7.8″ x 9″. I’ll have some smaller designs in the … More Free Embroidery Download: Christmas Crafts 2015 Day 2

Free Embroidery Download: Christmas Crafts 2015 Day 1

It’s October again, and time to start making Christmas presents!This year, I’m trying something a little bit different than I did last year.I want to make only practical things–gift items that people need but don’t think to buy for themselves.I’m starting with the humble kitchen tea towel, and I’m going to digitize my favorite Bible … More Free Embroidery Download: Christmas Crafts 2015 Day 1

Hoops and More Hoops! A Review of the Janome 500E

At a glance: Pros: 4 hoops, the largest 7.9” x 11” Hoop with magnets for quilting or hooping bulky material Ease of Use On-screen Editing Capabilities Computer Editing Program USB drive Drop-in easy set bobbin Stitch quality Built-in quilting designs Cons: Limited built-in embroidery designs Review: Fans of Janome 350E embroidery machine will be thrilled … More Hoops and More Hoops! A Review of the Janome 500E

Free in-the-hoop Stocking Ornament for 4×4 Embroidery Field

Quick and easy in-the-hoop stocking ornament is perfect for a last minute Christmas gift. I’m making one for each of my five children using the Christmas pajama material from the past ten years of matching pajama pants. Supplies: Christmas Stocking Download 14″x17″ material pieces tear away stabilizer thread  5″ of 1/4″ ribbon for hanging, or … More Free in-the-hoop Stocking Ornament for 4×4 Embroidery Field

Her Roman Protector

My first novel–which features a woman who embroiders—was published in February 2014 by Harlequin/Love Inspired. I had so much fun writing it!  To order it from Amazon, click here. Here is the blurb: A Mother’s Mission  When her baby is stolen out of her arms, noblewoman Annia will do anything to find her—even brave the … More Her Roman Protector

Free in-the-hoop Stocking for Janome 12000 or 15000: 30 Days of Christmas Crafts Day 29

This in-the-hoop stocking is perfect for tiny gifts, including cash. Make it in less than ten minutes, no sewing involved!Supplies:Free embroidery download for In-the-hoop lined mini stockingJanome 12000 or 15000 with Grand Hoop13″ x 8″ outer fabric13″ x 8″ lining fabric12″ trimPrepare:Turn 1/4″ hem down 13″ side of outer and lining fabric. Press Hoop tear … More Free in-the-hoop Stocking for Janome 12000 or 15000: 30 Days of Christmas Crafts Day 29