Fashion
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How to Embroider a Bucket Hat
Embroider a Bucket Hat for a Fishing Fan Looking for the perfect gift for the angler in your life—or want to make a fun, custom bucket hat for your next outdoor adventure? This quick project is perfect for any fishing fanatic and comes together easily with the right tools and tips. Learn how to embroider a bucket hat, whether it’s readymade or made from a favorite pattern. We’re spotlighting the “Bite Me Bass” embroidery design from Embroidery Library, stitched with Sulky 40 wt. Rayon Thread for eye-catching color and sheen, and stabilized with Sulky Stiffy to keep the design crisp. Let’s dive in! EMBROIDER A BUCKET HAT – SUPPLIES Bucket…
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Peace, Love, Soccer Machine Embroidery Design
Peace, Love, Soccer – Machine Embroidery Design Show Your Team Spirit with the Free Peace, Love, Soccer Machine Embroidery Design! Whether you’re a soccer player, superfan, or proud soccer parent, our Peace, Love, Soccer machine embroidery design is a must-have for your next project! This fun, line-art style design captures the energy and love for the game in a clean, modern stitch pattern—perfect for personalizing activewear, loungewear, gym totes, or duffle bags for practice and game day. Design Details: Dimensions: 1.26″ H x 3.20″ W Stitch Count: 2,430 Thread Used: Sulky 30 wt. Cotton 733-1001 Bright White for a bold, standout look Alternative Thread: Sulky 40 wt. Rayon for a…
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Thanks a Lot Appliqué T-shirt
“Thanks A Lot” Appliqué T-Shirt DIY Designer Dupe You may have seen that playful “Thanks A Lot” T-shirt gracing high-end racks (we’re looking at you, Neiman Marcus) with a hefty $135 price tag. It’s cute. It’s cheeky. But let’s be honest—it’s also just a basic tee with appliqué letters. Using your sewing talents, you can recreate this look for under $15. Here’s how to do it. ✂️ Supplies for Thanks a Lot T-Shirt Basic knit T-shirt (cotton or cotton blend works best) Red knit fabric (1/4 yard is more than enough) Sulky Perfect Appliqué Fusible Web Sulky 50 wt. Cotton Thread in red (or a color that pops against your…
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Serger Buying Guide + Projects to Get Started
Serger Buying Guide + Fun Starter Projects A Serger Buying Guide is a smart tool that helps you determine what to look for when purchasing a serger. For National Serger Month, we’re providing you with a FREE Serger Buying Guide, which you can print and bring to your sewing machine dealer. If you know the features you want to use, the serger applications you want to explore, and the projects you want to sew, you’ll be better equipped to purchase a serger that’s right for you. SERGER SESSIONS Once you purchase your serger, using the Serger Buying Guide, you’ll need to know how to use it! We’ve got you covered…
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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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Felty Tote with Bonus Machine Embroidery Label Design
Felty Tote designed by Katie Bartz, featuring a machine embroidery label & SVG file! Stitch a designer Felty tote with colorblocking and exposed seaming techniques. Use Sulky Felty to give the tote a soft feel for a fraction of the cost of wool. Plus, the tote is washable and durable for everyday use. The optional “handmade” tag, made of faux leather, cork or the like, is done in the hoop with bonus embroidery and svg cutting files included! This pattern, with machine embroidery and svg files, is only free for the month of January, 2025. FELTY TOTE SUPPLIES Felty Tote Pattern (free for a limited time!) (2) Rolls of Sulky…
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Scarlett Bag Sew-Along with Sulky
The Scarlett Bag, designed by Sallie Tomato in collaboration with Sulky, is a timeless classic, with a foldover flap that has a magnetic snap closure. Cork/faux leather accents give a high-end touch, along with matching hardware accents. This Sew-Along will be activated on January 14, 2025. Register today to reserve your spot & get special kit pricing! Quilting on the exterior gives another element of personalization and embellishment. Foam interlining provides great structure, so the bag stands on its own even when not in use. Learn how to make this bag with a full video sew-along tutorial that’s yours to watch anytime that’s convenient for you. Pattern included! Full kits…
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Sleigh Appliqué Sweatshirt
SLEIGH APPLIQUÉ Appliqué a sweatshirt with “Sleigh,” “Merry,” or Fa La La” for a fun take on holiday apparel. Use Sulky Felty for the collegiate-style appliqué lettering to give the sweatshirt texture and dimension. This project is easily customizable, depending on the word or phrase you choose to stitch! SLEIGH SWEATSHIRT SUPPLIES Sweatshirt of your choice Sulky Perfect Appliqué™ Fusible Web Appliqué Template (Download “Sleigh” HERE or create your own) Sulky 50 wt. Cotton Thread Organ® size 70/10 Universal Needles Sulky Felty™ PREPPING APPLIQUÉ Either download and print the Sleigh Appliqué Template or create the design of your choice. (The featured letters measure approximately 3″ tall for reference.) Transfer the…
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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!”…
