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Memories, the threads of time

by eileenroche on June 8, 2016

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Isn’t it fun to capture a happy memory in needle and thread? It’s not always easy to achieve but when memories and creative inspiration collide, it’s a heartfelt moment.  That’s…

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Two Packs of Diapers, 6 Yards of Ribbon and an Embroidery Machine

by eileenroche on June 1, 2016

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It feels like it’s been a long time since I’ve stitched something fun. Oh don’t get me wrong, I love my job but many times my stitching details are more…

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At the International Quilt Market – Be Back Next Week!

by eileenroche on May 20, 2016

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Free-standing Lace – Fun or Frustrating?

by eileenroche on May 18, 2016

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Stitching free-standing lace can be fun and frustrating. Fun? Definitely because the results can be outstanding. Frustrating because the results are not always what you had hoped!  The challenge lies…

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Preserving Signatures

by eileenroche on May 14, 2016

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The grandmother of my children, Mom-mom Roche could feed an army within an hour’s notice. No one ever went hungry in her house. The warmth that is shared around her…

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Alignment and Placement Embroidery Tips & Techniques

Crucial Embroidery Placement with Success!

by eileenroche on May 11, 2016

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Often placement is crucial to embroidery success and little bit of planning will make your embroidery look professional. I recommend printing templates of your design so you can see it…

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If You’re Serious about Machine Embroidery…

by eileenroche on May 7, 2016

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If you’re serious about your machine embroidery hobby, it’s time for you to elevate your skills by using embroidery software and upgrading your embroidery tools. A good place to learn…

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Embroidery Tips & Techniques Home Decor

Stitch Soup

by eileenroche on May 4, 2016

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Christina, the founder of Stitch Soup began embroidering over 12 years ago.  After she embellished almost all of her wardrobe, she saw her first in-the-hoop project, a tissue holder, and…

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Saturday Blog

by eileenroche on April 30, 2016

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It’s update time!  On Monday, May 2, 2016, you’ll be prompted to update your Inspirations software programs when you open one.  Once you go through that simple exercise, you’ll find…

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Get Quilting with My Quilt Planner

by eileenroche on April 23, 2016

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My Quilt Planner is Inspirations popular quilt layout software. It’s easy to use and loaded with 99 continuous line designs. You’ll find two short videos to give you an overview…

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