How to remove jump stitches
Never heard of jump stitches? Well, I'm sure you've noticed them. Jump stitches are the stitches that an embroidery machine makes when it finishes stitching one object out and needs…
Embroidery vs appliqué designs – what’s the difference?
When you're deciding on a design for your next project, it's important to know the difference between embroidery vs appliqué designs. Both of these file types can be used to…
Machine embroidery on satin
Machine embroidery on satin is a popular technique for adding a luxurious look to garments and home textiles. This blog post will show you how to machine embroider on satin…
How to convert an embroidery design to SVG
Do you have an embroidery design in an embroidery file format (such as PES, EXP, JEF, etc...) that you love and wonder if could be turned into an SVG file…
What is a feltie?
What is a feltie? Perhaps the term is one you've heard around the machine embroidery water cooler, but you may not be sure exactly what it is or why you…
Machine embroidery on children’s clothes – tips for the beginner
An embroidery machine is an ideal tool for making one-of-a-kind children's clothing without YOU having to make the item from scratch. You can easily buy some adorable blanks and then…
Machine embroidery on faux fur
Faux fur is a popular material for many designer jackets and coats, throws, and more. It looks just like the real thing, but costs significantly less due to its man-made…
How to embroider on burlap
Machine embroidery on burlap is a popular technique used to make many different types of projects. It creates an interesting texture that you can't get with other types of fabric.…
Machine embroidery on cork fabric
Machine embroidery on cork fabric is a fun and creative way to make a range of projects. Cork fabric can be used for anything from placemats, coasters, jewelry, or aprons…
How to work with machine embroidery fonts
There are tons of different styles of machine embroidery fonts available that will help you achieve your desired aesthetic. But what are they? Where do you find them? And, how…
Machine embroidery on denim
My kids say that I'm a true hippy at heart which may explain why I love the look of machine embroidery on denim. The contrast of the glossy embroidery thread…
How to monogram a shirt pocket
Got a boring dress shirt that you want to spice up a bit for one of the men in your life? Monogram a shirt pocket on a men's dress shirt…