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What Have You Learned from Nancy Zieman?

by eileenroche on September 2, 2017

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  In 1988, I took a beginner’s sewing class from Mary Hayes of Hayes Sewing Machines (now in Wilmington, Delaware).  Shortly after that introduction to sewing, I found Sewing with…

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Quilt with an Embroidery Machine in 8 Easy Lessons

by eileenroche on January 25, 2017

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I’m excited to announce (and give away a copy to one lucky reader) my new book: Quilt with an Embroidery Machine in 8 Easy Lessons.  This book has been the…

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The Tonight Show at Sew Expo? Uh? What?

by eileenroche on January 28, 2015

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If you’ve been a Johnny Carson, Jay Leno or Jimmy Fallon fan – then you’ll definitely want to catch the Stitching Sisters at Friday Night Live. Sew Expo, our industry’s…

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A Clutter-Free Digital Workspace

by eileenroche on December 27, 2014

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It’s common to feel the urge to get organized in January– purge closets, cabinets and drawers. Many sewers feel the same way. We want a fresh start in the New…

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Behind the Scenes: Cutting-Edge Serger Techniques

by admin on December 17, 2014

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We recently took a trip to Austin, Texas where we dropped in on our friend, Barbara Goldkorn who was teaching a 3-hour hands-on class.  What a fun event! Students made…

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It’s Sew Easy – Episode 705

by eileenroche on October 24, 2014

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Embroidery adds so much to garments you make, ready-to-wear and accessories.  And It’s Sew Easy to add embroidery to any project with Brother at your side. Be sure to catch…

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Nancy Zieman Live Webcast Event

by eileenroche on April 3, 2014

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Learn—Interact—Save—Have Fun! Live from my studio to your computer on April 26th, join me, Nancy Zieman, for a fun and interactive webcast featuring my Favorite Handbag Sewing Techniques. If you’ve…

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Multi-Needle Monday | Who’s on First?

by eileenroche on March 3, 2014

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You are!  Sure to be a hit with all baseball fans, here’s a little baseball stitching to get you into the mood for the season.  Celebrate Opening Day 2014, whether…

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Bernina Part 2

by eileenroche on December 26, 2013

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Day 2 of the BERNINA Ambassador Reunion found me in BERNINA educator Debbi Lashbrook’s class. Debbi’s talent extends far beyond the teaching podium. Her eye for design is unique and…

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Starch

by eileenroche on September 11, 2013

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Starch is the unsung hero of the sewing room.  We often overlook it but I have a favorite use for liquid starch and so does Sherry McCary, seamstress extraordinaire at…

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