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Variegated Thread – When, Why & How?

by eileenroche on April 8, 2020

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Join me tomorrow on Facebook Live and YouTube Live at 1:00 PM CDT for a tutorial on variegated thread. Special guest, Aine McCarthy, an Inspiration Consultant, is joining me to…

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Home Decor Lettering & Monograms

Software Saturday: Stitched Poetry!

by admin on June 24, 2017

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Farewell to My Red Pen By Denise Holguin As Managing Editor, a portion of my time is spent editing the magazine. This includes making sure advertisements are placed, the Buyers…

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Applique Software Wearables

Volume 103 Overspray Turned in to Opportunity

by admin on March 29, 2017

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This blog is expanded coverage of the Subtle Tees article featured in Volume 103 March/April 2017. This post covers “overspray”. For spray paint tips, visit “spray paint” [line] I…

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Ribbed Knits

by eileenroche on October 19, 2016

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The stretch and texture of ribbed knit t-shirts present interesting challenges for the embroiderer. The fabric should be stretched during the embroidery process so it doesn’t ripple or tear when…

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Beauty and Inspiration is Everywhere!

by admin on August 26, 2015

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Sometimes you find inspiration in unusual places! This little fellow was spotted outside by my office mate who brought it to my desk. She knew I wouldn’t be able to…

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Alignment and Placement

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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Savings Galore!

by eileenroche on August 8, 2012

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Who doesn’t like a bargain? If you scour the pages of the July/August issue of Designs in Machine Embroidery magazine (Volume 75), you’ll find dozens of coupons and specials. I…

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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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Hooping Lettering & Monograms

Machine Embroidered Wedding Touches

by eileenroche on May 2, 2012

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As tempting as it was to go overboard, I limited myself to make just one machine-embroidered element for my recent wedding: the table numbers. In retrospect, I’m not so…

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It’s time to discover great value, special offers and inspiration! (Part 1 of 2)

by eileenroche on March 14, 2012

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What makes the machine embroidery industry one of the most enjoyable and inspiring hobbies? It’s made up of real people who love the art, craft and sheer joy of machine…

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