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Last Minute Men’s Wear for Your Man

by eileenroche on December 12, 2012

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Looking for a last minute personalized gift for your man? Want to get your guy to wear embroidered duds? Think fast and subtle.  Embroidering on blanks is one the quickest…

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An Indispensable Tool

by eileenroche on November 5, 2012

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I can’t believe how indispensable this tool is. Recently, I was stitching 24 onesies, a daunting task even when it’s not crammed into a heavy travel, teaching schedule. I think the…

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Put a Neckline on a Hemline!

by eileenroche on October 24, 2012

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Uh? Put a neckline on a hemline? Well, kinda. I’ve been looking at the peek-a-boo transformation on Designer Necklines and wondered if I could use it to decorate something other…

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Ribbed Knits

by eileenroche on September 26, 2012

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Here’s a great tip for embroidering on ribbed knits. Aren’t ribbed knits so comfy to wear? I love the stretch and texture but I’m not too fond of embroidering on…

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The Intermediate Embroiderer’s Bucket List

by eileenroche on July 25, 2012

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The Intermediate Embroiderer’s Bucket List A few weeks ago, I posted the Embroiderer’s Bucket List for newbies. If you missed it, click here.   Many of you commented on the list…

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Welcome to Indygo Junction’s Pattern Parade Blog Tour!

by eileenroche on June 13, 2012

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Welcome to Indygo Junction’s Pattern Parade Blog Tour When I was invited to participate in Amy Barickman’s Pattern Parade Blog Tour, I jumped at the chance to make the Thrifted…

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Stitching For Guys Who Don’t Like Golf By Niamh from Urban Threads

by eileenroche on May 9, 2012

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Editor’s Note: We are so excited to feature Niamh from Urban Threads as our guest blogger this week.  You may recognize her recent work featured in the May/June 2012 issue…

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Spring Roses By Lorraine Allen

by eileenroche on March 28, 2012

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Note from Eileen: A big welcome to guest blogger Lorraine Allen! Many of you may remember Lorraine when she worked in customer service here at Designs.  Now she’s living in…

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Placement Guides, Alignment Marks, Placement Marks, What’s the Difference?

by eileenroche on February 8, 2012

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Placement Guides, Alignment Marks, Placement Marks, What’s the Difference? No matter what you call them, they are a visual aid to place fabric in a hoop so that the design…

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How to stitch on baby soft knit fabric

by eileenroche on February 1, 2012

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Those stretchy, skinny t-shirts are so popular. Here are some tips on how to stitch them successfully. First, the right embroidery design for the right fabric is crucial. Don’t try…

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