Inspired by the elaborately decorated boxes and caskets of centuries gone by, Janet Edmunds shows how to create a beautiful collection of richly stitched boxes using a combination of machine and hand embroidery. The author's exquisite boxes are constructed simply by machine stitching layers of ...
Charm Square Butterflies are a fun way to accent a custom pillow. Make a butterfly pillow that is easy sew and looks great using charm squares or your left over scraps cut down to size. You can hand sew the butterfly body, machine sew or even use embroidery floss and beads for more ...
“, which is a specialized embroidery technique typically done with a specialized commercial embroidery machine. Since I don’t have one of those machines, I used theJanome Free-Motion Couching Foot Setto recreate that same look of intricate embroidery. Here are a few photos detailing the making...
No siree, Bob! Time to bust out the sewing machine for some super cute, super easy burp cloths: I have to credit my M.I.L. for inspiring me with this one (and she credits her friend, Robyn!). Last year, she made some burp cloths for expectant mothers, including my two sisters-in...
Boro and Sashiko embroidery techniques are a great way to use a modified running stitch to update old, worn out pairs of jeans or other pieces of clothing. It's one of the easiest ways to start your sewing journey. Save Simple DIY Baby Onesie Ideas A one-of-a-kind baby onesie makes...