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Block of the Month: Block 2 – Nested Triangles – Software Instruction

by eileenroche on February 4, 2018

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My Block Piecer Block of the Month: Block 2 Nested Triangles Software Instructions By Nancy Stansbury We hope you are enjoying this Block of the Month series.  As a reminder,…

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Embroidered Eyelets

by eileenroche on January 27, 2018

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When I log into this blog to add a new post, I can see what information people are searching for online. I often use that info to help me write…

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My Block Piecer Sampler Quilt Block of the Month

by eileenroche on January 4, 2018

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What’s the key to learning and improving your embroidery skills?  Practice!  The My Block Piecer Sampler Quilt block of the month will help you do just that!  Learn the ins…

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Alignment and Placement Continuous Embroidery Digitizing Embroidery Tips & Techniques Software

Small Hoops – Jumbo Designs

by eileenroche on December 29, 2017

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If you love jumbo designs but don’t have a jumbo hoop, you can easily split a design in Inspirations’ Perfect Embroidery Pro. Follow along with me to learn how. Open…

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Digitizing Holiday Software

Tips for Digitizing for Metallic Thread

by eileenroche on December 9, 2017

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It’s sparkle time!  Dealers around the country are watching metallic thread fly off their shelves as embroiderers reach for their favorite holiday thread.  You can add this shiny element to…

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Tame Those Furry Fibers!

by eileenroche on December 2, 2017

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Cold weather calls for cozy fabrics like Minky, faux fur and lofty knits.  As wonderful as they are to wear, they present challenges when it’s time to add embroidery to…

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Christmas Village: Software Instructions

by DIME by OESD on November 18, 2017

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Eileen tasked me with the responsibility of turning the Stitch Swag Cozy Dog Suite into an ornament.  At first glance, I thought I’d use Christmas colored fabric for the dog…

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Do you know about these features in PEP?

by eileenroche on November 11, 2017

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2018 Update Managing Editor’s Note: This post is an oldie but goodie.  You may have already come across these features in your software but are unsure how to use them.  Or…

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E-Stitch or Satin?

by eileenroche on November 4, 2017

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Do you like to finish the edges of your applique with an e-stitch or a satin?  I have to admit I like both finishes.  In fact, in some projects, I…

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Magnify Those Stitches

by eileenroche on October 21, 2017

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Here’s a sneak peek at a recent work in progress.  These jeans will be featured in the Volume 110 May/June 2018 issue.  I’m excited to see them on the model. …

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