DIME by OESD's Machine Embroidery Blog

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My Most Rewarding Embroidery Task

by eileenroche on December 12, 2014

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Yesterday, I had the honor of embroidering my daughter’s white coat for her graduation ceremony at University of Texas, Pan American. Janelle has completed her Master’s degree and will be a…

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Look What Comes With the shortE

by eileenroche on December 10, 2014

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On Friday, I showed the ShortE to students in my recent Stitching Sister event. Many were intrigued by the designs that come with The Shorte so I thought I’d…

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The Case for Applique: Open and Closed

by eileenroche on December 6, 2014

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By Tamara Evans This week’s blog explores two different, but simple, methods of creating applique designs. We have received many requests for instructions to create the necktie applique on the…

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Meet the shortE

by eileenroche on December 3, 2014

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Until now, quilting a whole quilt on an embroidery machine was like pulling a 24 ft. fishing boat with a Volkswagen bug. It just didn’t make sense. Well that has…

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December Update in Perfect Embroidery Pro

by eileenroche on November 29, 2014

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Beads, Crystals, Pearls and Rhinestones Do you love to add crystals, beads and pearls to some of your embroidery designs? Then you’re going to love December’s free update in Perfect Embroidery…

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The Day the Elves Returned to Santa’s Workshop

by DIME by OESD on November 26, 2014

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I knew this day would come—but I was certain it was in the very distant future. With Thanksgiving this week, the inevitable couldn’t be avoided any longer. Elfis and Elfira…

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How a trip to the gym inspired today’s embroidery lesson!

by DIME by OESD on November 19, 2014

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I was at the gym this week and decided to increase the weight on the Rotary Calf machine. I added 5 pounds to what I thought was already pretty hefty. …

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Do You Need Embroidery Software?

by eileenroche on November 15, 2014

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Recently, somewhere searched my blog for an answer to this question, “Why do I need embroidery software?” I been giving that some serious thought and it took me back to…

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It’s Sew Easy TV: Episode 708

by eileenroche on November 12, 2014

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Another free episode of It’s Sew Easy is online this week! Starting at noon on Friday, November 14, episode 708 will run for 7 days. Pop on over to see…

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Add Fabrics to MQE or MBP’s Fabric Library

by eileenroche on November 8, 2014

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Want to add new fabrics to your Fabric Library in My Quilt Embellisher or My Block Piecer? Let me show you how easy it is to that. First, gather the…