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
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
I’ve had a few embroidery enthusiasts ask for instructions on how to use Embroidery Editor, the program that comes with the Janome 500E. Here are the easy instructions for getting a design up and running. The embroidery editor works very similarly to the machine’s onscreen editor. 1. Open the Editor: When you open the editor, … More 500E Embroidery Edit Tutorial
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
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
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
Every Christmas I sew as many pairs of these quick and easy pj pants as we have family members (our numbers are ever expanding :). You can sew up a pair in less than an hour, and if you assembly-line sew, you can make several pairs in an afternoon. Supplies: Simplicity Pattern 2290 (or other one … More Serged PJ Pants: 30 Days of Christmas Crafts Day 30
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
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
Today’s final piece of the Frozen ensemble is a simple to make little girl’s skirt. You can use a pattern, or you can create your own by cutting your material 1 1/2 x hip width and length from waist to hemline plus 3″ for elastic and hem. (Instructions for the doll dress is day 27 and … More Frozen Ensemble: 30 Days of Christmas Crafts Day 28
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