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Masculine stitches

by eileenroche on June 11, 2010

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Embroidering for men can be quite the challenge. Traditionally, embroidered fashions are not readily embraced by American men unless the embroidery is a favorite sports team’s logo, NASCAR emblem or…

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What’s Your Favorite Embroidery Machine Feature?

by eileenroche on May 28, 2010

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Recently, a student asked me what features I enjoy most on an embroidery machine. She kinda stumped me because frankly, I’ve gotten pretty spoiled when it comes to machine features. …

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Applique

Colorful Inspirations with Stipple!

by eileenroche on May 21, 2010

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I loved hearing from each of you about your color preferences. And many of you sound just like me, you love one combo and another and another….It’s so hard to…

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Continuous Embroidery

Continuous Applique with Stipple! Seashells

by eileenroche on May 10, 2010

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Yes, you can create continuous appliqué with Stipple! Seashells. All you need is a large embroidery hoop and templates. Follow the steps below to achieve success. Print a template…

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Embroidery Tips & Techniques

A Little TLC for Your Machine

by eileenroche on March 8, 2010

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Many embroiderers ask how to maintain their embroidery machine. It is always best to get a quick lesson from your machine dealer on how to properly care for your machine.…

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Hands-on for 154? Yikes!

by eileenroche on January 29, 2010

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Tomorrow is a big day! My Stitching Sister, Marie Zinno, and I will teach 154 embroiderers at Jackman’s Fabrics in St. Louis, Missouri. This will be the largest hands-on sewing…

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Sewing in O Magazine?

by eileenroche on November 12, 2009

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As a faithful reader of Oprah’s magazine, I’m completely aware of all the hype surrounding Ellen DeGeneres’ debut on the cover of this month’s O. I certainly enjoyed the spread…

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Video Debut

by eileenroche on November 10, 2009

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On October 24th, I was on the road with my sister, Marie Zinno leading a Stitching Sisters event in Springfield, MO at BSew Inn. Back at the ranch (the office…

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Embroidery Tips & Techniques

Tips & Tools

by eileenroche on September 10, 2009

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I get tons of questions about embroidery – hooping, stabilizer, placement, and the like. I understand that many embroiderers still struggle with the basic elements of embroidery. The embroidery machine…

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A Treasure in Vegas

by eileenroche on February 22, 2009

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Normally, when I arrive at a sewing machine store to teach, I introduce myself and browse the samples and products so I can familiarize myself with the store’s area of…