Back to School
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Micro-Embroideries on Shoes Using Stick ‘n Stitch
Micro-embroideries on Shoes Micro-embroidery on shoes is a fun and creative way to personalize footwear. Sulky Stick ‘n Stitch Stabilizer is the best way to transfer the embroidery to shoes while Sulky 12 wt. Cotton Petites Thread gives the embroidery a beautiful, delicate texture. The beauty of this trend is the attention to detail in the small motifs. You can embroider anything from flowers to geometric patterns or even tiny illustrations. It’s a perfect way to elevate a pair of plain shoes into something one-of-a-kind. Choose a canvas shoe, such as Converse or Keds, and get stitching! SHOE EMBROIDERY SUPPLIES Pair of cloth or canvas shoes Sulky Stick ‘n Stitch Stabilizer …
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Shoe Bows in Thread
How to Sew Shoe Bows out of Thread Shoe bows, hair bows, sweatshirt bows, backpack bows…bows are all the rage right now. I came across this video for Shoe Bows on TikTok by Flynn_and_Mabel but there were no instructions (that I could find). I just had to try it! My take features 12 wt. Cotton Petites Thread. Making the Shoe Bows wasn’t as easy as I anticipated, but once I stitched the first bow I had it down. Of course, I had to share my method with you! SHOE BOW SUPPLIES Pair of canvas shoes (similar to Converse; I found these) Sulky 12 wt. Cotton Petites™ Thread Removable fabric chalk…
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School Spirit Sweatshirt with Stitching
School Spirit Sweatshirt Embellish a school spirit sweatshirt using Sulky Stick ‘n Stitch Stabilizer and 12 wt. Cotton Threads. Customize the school and mascot and head to the Friday night lights in style! SCHOOL SPIRIT SWEATSHIRT SUPPLIES Sweatshirt of choice Sulky Stick ‘n Stitch™ Stabilizer 12 wt. Cotton Petites™ Thread (in school colors) Hand embroidery or chenille needle SWEATSHIRT TIPS School spirit gear often comes with a hefty price tag. But, you can achieve your own school spirit style with a handcrafted sweatshirt (or tee or tote) that’s personalized with your school name and mascot for much less dough. If your school has a particular phrase (such as “Fight On!”…
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Sew an Elastic Zip Pouch for Back to School
Elastic Zip Pouch Wrap an elastic zip pouch around a binder or notebook to always have pens, pencils and school supplies at hand. This easy-sew pouch is wide enough to hold a load of items, including erasers, scissors and Post-it Notes, too. It’s also a great pouch for sewing supplies, to wrap around a cross-stitch journal or quilting planner. Stitch this project in an hour (or less!) and then create enough for a classroom of students! ELASTIC ZIP POUCH SUPPLIES (1) fat quarter or (2) 10″ x 12″ fabric rectangles (1) sheet of Sulky Felty or 10″ x 12″ rectangle of low-loft cotton batting Sulky KK2000 Temporary Spray Adhesive (1)…
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Sew a Charger Cord Pouch + Ear Bud Holder for Back to School
Charger Cord Pouch + Ear Bud Holder Sew a charger cord pouch + ear bud holder to store these accessories safely in a backpack for travel or heading back to school. A swivel clip allows you to attach the pouch to a zipper pull or backpack loop for convenient transport. Determine the pouch size needed by wrapping the cord(s) you intend to store and tracing the outline. Then, find a bowl or other round object that’s similar in size and trace the circle, adding 1/4″ beyond the drawn line to create the pattern. CHARGER CORD POUCH + EAR BUD HOLDER SUPPLIES Quilting cotton fabric: 2 circles each (outer & backing)…
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Backpack Organizer to Sew for Students & More
Backpack Organizer This backpack Organizer is a fun and functional holder for a standard spiral notebook, papers, pens and pencils and more. The vinyl pocket fits an ID, business cards and lens wipes, too. Stitch a Backpack Organizer for anyone entering school this summer/fall or make one for a tote bag. All your papers, receipts and mail is kept neat and tidy in one place. FINISHED SIZE: Approximately 9 3/4″ W x 11 3/4″ H BACKPACK ORGANIZER SUPPLIES Sulky 50 wt. Cotton Thread (construction & quilting) Organ® size 70/10 Universal Needle Light- to mediumweight fusible interfacing Quilting cotton fabrics (2) 12 1/2″ x 20″ rectangles (main exterior & lining) 11…
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Business Card Keeper for Dad’s Day Gifting
Business Card Keeper a Great Father’s Day Gift to Sew! Stitch a quick business card keeper for dad this year for Father’s Day. This handy project comes together quickly, and incorporates a handy D-ring connector. The featured pattern is for cork fabric, but you can use any no-fray fabric, such as printed vinyl or microsuede. Read on for tips for working with these other fabrics so you can make several to give to all the dads in your life! BUSINESS CARD KEEPER IN VINYL Cork Fabric Card Wallet Pattern (find this free at SewCanShe.com) Clear/printed vinyl (find this at SallieTomato.com) Sulky Invisible Thread (clear) Organ™ size 90/14 Jeans or Top…
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Graduation Gift Projects to Sew with T-Shirts & More
Graduation Gift Projects These graduation gifts to sew also make great Father’s Day gift-giving options. Begin with the Hemingway Pouch by Stitch Supply Co and modify it to include special touches for the recipient. This pouch is so easy to sew, giving you extra time for embellishing and trying out new creative fabrics. Read on to learn how to modify this pattern and make it using vinyl or a favorite T-shirt. GRADUATION GIFT DETAILS When a special someone graduates from middle school, high school or college, it’s nice to give a handmade gift that commemorates the occasion. As sewists, it’s extra nice to personalize the graduation gift with a special…
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Yarn Embroidery on Chunky Sweater
Yarn Embroidery Yarn embroidery is the latest trend for chunky sweaters on children’s, kids’ and adult garments. Use Sulky Stick ‘n Stitch to transfer the name or phrase of your choice onto an open-weave sweater, and then stitch through all layers using chunky yarn. The result is boutique-worthy, soft and stylish. YARN EMBROIDERY SUPPLIES Open-weave sweater (featured sweater is made of 100% polyester yarn with metallic thread accents) Sulky Stick ‘n Stitch™ Stabilizer Sheets Chunky yarn, such as chenille (approx 100g weight) Large-eye plastic yarn needle The supply list above contains affiliate links. Sulky may receive a commission if you make a purchase through these links. DESIGN CHOICE & TRANSFER…
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Pencil Pillow Pal Pattern
Pencil Pillow Pal Full of Personality Stitch a stuffie that has a cute personality and gift it to a teacher or student for “back-to-school” season. Swap the pencil lead color to create a set of colored pencils, if desired! This pillow also makes a great gift for an artist. But it’s really great in a cozy corner or reading nook, too. GRAB THE FREE PATTERN! PILLOW PAL SUPPLIES Thread Sulky 12 wt. Cotton Petites – Black (appliqué) Sulky 50 wt. Cotton Thread (construction) Fabrics & Stabilizer Perfect Appliqué Fusible Web 4 Fat Quarters of cotton fabric: black, tan, grey & one solid or print of your choice 1 roll of…
