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Monogram Mishap

by Marie Zinno on December 12, 2016

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It’s that busy time of the year for everyone; and especially true if you own a commercial embroidery business. We stitch and sell the items that most people put under…

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Stitch Insurance

by eileenroche on December 10, 2016

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I enjoy virtually creating quilt blocks using my fabrics, threads, embroidery designs and quilting stitches before making that first cut into my fabrics. Call it stitch insurance. My favorite method…

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Necklines to Hemlines, T-shirt Remakes

by eileenroche on December 7, 2016

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Doesn’t it make you so proud when you finish an embroidery project and are amazed at the results? That’s how I feel every time I remake a t-shirt with the…

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Embroidery Tips & Techniques

Embroidering on Velvet

by eileenroche on November 30, 2016

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A few weeks ago, many of you responded to my request for future blog topics. I’ve found your suggestions helpful and sometimes I’m at a loss for what to blog…

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Multi-Needle

Multi-needle Monday: Personalized Christmas Stocking

by eileenroche on November 28, 2016

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It’s that time of the year again….time to handle the tricky task of stitching a Christmas stocking. Every year I am approached by customers who need their family Christmas stockings…

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How One Embroidery Company Stays in Tune with You

by eileenroche on November 24, 2016

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Wonder where some of the best design companies come up with ideas for new embroidery designs? Often, ideas spring from customers’ requests. One company has found that working closely with…

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Multi-Needle Monday: Camper Pillow

by eileenroche on November 21, 2016

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Do you just love stitching something special and unique? I know I do, especially when I have the chance to create a specific design from a photograph. The majority of…

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Cruise 2017

by eileenroche on November 16, 2016

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My stitching Sister and I are heading back to sea and hoping you’ll consider joining us for a relaxing – and educational – cruise on the Harmony of the Seas…

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Mulit-Needle Monday: Your First Little Black Dress

by eileenroche on November 14, 2016

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I want to share an adorable and simple to make baby onesie that I created this week. It is a purchased black cotton baby onesie in the 6-12months size embroidered…

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Software

What are Your Favorite Shortcuts?

by eileenroche on November 12, 2016

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As user-friendly as the Inspirations line of software is with all its intuitive icons, it’s still handy to use keyboard shortcuts for repetitive tasks. I’m sure you’re familiar with Select…