Fashion
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Embroidered Apron for your Favorite Mixologist
Embroidered Apron for Margarita Night An embroidered apron with colorful margarita motifs is just the ticket for Happy Hour mixology. Whether you’re mixing up the “virgin” variety or a full-strength cocktail, Taco Tuesday and/or Cinco de Mayo will be that much more festive with this colorful accessory. EMBROIDERED APRON SUPPLIES Apron blank (Or try your hand at making your own apron with our simple tutorial HERE.) Embroidery design (featured design is Margarita Clothesline by Embroidery Library, 6.85″ x 4.18″) Sulky Thread: Poly Deco™, Bobbin Sticky+™ Stabilizer Sticky+ Slitting Pen Curved Tip Squeezers Removable fabric marker Magnetic Hoop (optional) The above supply list contains affiliate links. We may receive a commission…
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Fifth Avenue Fanny Pack Pattern Review
Fifth Avenue Fanny Pack by Sallie Tomato Pattern Review & Strap Variations The Fifth Avenue Fanny Pack by Sallie Tomato is really more of a “belt bag” than a fanny pack, as it is worn across the shoulder rather than over the “fanny.” However, it’s versatile with an adjustable, wide strap that allows you to wear it either way. Using Sulky Poly Deco Thread is recommended on the pattern, and we couldn’t agree with that choice more! The Fifth Avenue Fanny Pack is currently a free pattern (with video!) on the Sallie Tomato site. It can be made from almost any type of fabric, which means it is stash raiding…
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Chateau Coat Videocast with Sewing Workshop
Chateau Coat Videocast with Sewing Workshop, in partnership with American Sewing Guild Join us and create your own Chateau Coat, designed by Sewing Workshop, on April 11, 2023 at 2pm ET. In this live videocast, Alex Woodbury will teach you how to create the Chateau Coat by Sewing Workshop. She’ll go over how to sew scuba knit fabrics, construction details (including slit pockets and lapped seams), decorative edge treatments, and optional embellishments. No special equipment is needed to create this garment, and the pattern is suitable for all skill levels. It’s sized from XS to XXL and is a loose-fitting open-front coat with dolman sleeves. The style looks great on all figures! CHATEAU COAT PATTERN IS NOT…
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Denim Embroidery Digs – Tips, Tricks & Takeaways
Denim Embroidery Tips for Machine Embroidery on Denim Garments Denim embroidery is striking, colorful and just plain fun. Denim is a great canvas for embroidery designs because it’s a stable, heavyweight fabric that can take a lot of stitches without puckering, buckling or show-through. Here’s how to prepare your denim, jeans, jean jackets and more for machine embroidery. DESIGN CHOICE There are loads of great choices for denim embroidery. Choose designs with lots of fill stitches, dense stitching and even appliqué embroidery designs. Steer clear of line-art style designs, unless they’re digitized for heavyweight threads. These designs are easily lost in the heavyweight fabric fibers and you’ll want the embroidery…
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Freestanding Lace Basics & How-Tos
Freestanding Lace What is it? How do I make it? Freestanding lace is made from a machine embroidered design, usually comprised of lace fill stitches and satin stitch outlines that hold the lace together and finish the edges so the finished piece can stand alone. Read on to learn the basics of these designs and how to stitch them with professional results. Note: This post contains affiliate links, which if used to make a purchase may earn us a commission. What is Freestanding Lace Freestanding lace designs are often referred to as “FSL.” These types of designs are always stitched onto water-soluble stabilizer so it’s entirely washed away after the…
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Reverse Applique Tee with Lotus Template
Reverse Appliqué Tee Breathe new life into a loved T-shirt (or two)! This boho T-shirt featuring a large-scale lotus flower appliqué. Using Sulky Sticky Fabri-Solvy™ to stabilize the shirts makes the process super simple. GET THE PATTERN> SUPPLIES (2) coordinating color T-shirts (same style and brand is preferred) Appliqué Lotus Design (part of the free pattern available HERE>) Coordinating or contrasting Sulky 50 wt. Cotton Thread Organ Size 70/10 Jersey Needles Sulky Sticky Fabri-Solvy™ Stabilizer Clover Wonder Clips Removable fabric chalk T-SHIRT NOTES This project consists of two layered T-shirts. It works best to use the same brand, style and size of T-shirt so they nest into each other for…
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Winter Wearables to Sew
Winter Wearables garments to sew for winter to keep you warm & cozy Winter wearables are often loose-fitting garments that are easily layered for temperatures that fluctuate day to day (and even hour to hour in some places). Stitch up some winter wearables in cozy fabrics, such as sweater knit, sweatshirt fleece and double knit, to add to your wardrobe this season. GO-TO WINTER STYLES A comfy cardigan is a great addition to your winter wardrobe, as it’s easily layered and constructed out of multiple fabric substrates. Choose a knit-friendly pattern, such as the Blackwood Cardigan by Helen’s Closet. This winter wearable is a great transitional piece for early spring,…
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Knit Pajamas for Christmas Eve (& Beyond!)
Knit Pajamas for Christmas Eve & Beyond Gifting new knit pajamas on Christmas Eve is a family tradition of mine. I guess the pajamas haven’t always been made of knit fabric…but those certainly are the preferred fabrics in my family. This year, I started with the Sulky Kids’ Pajama Pant pattern (bonus – it’s FREE! And it comes in multiple sizes from toddler to size 16Y!) and experimented with swapping knit fabric for the woven the pattern directed. The result? Read on to find out! KNIT PAJAMAS SUPPLIES Sulky Kids’ Pajama Pant Pattern Good quality knit fabric with 2-way stretch (amount is determined by pattern size) Sulky 50 wt. Cotton…
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Serger Infinity Scarf to Make & Wear Tonight
Serger Infinity Scarf with a Twist A serger infinity scarf is quite possibly the quickest accessory you can make. This scarf is easily completed in an hour (or less!). Make one for yourself and one for a friend, to gift for Mother’s Day or a special birthday. The instructions below assume you’re using a knit/stretch fabric, but the method is easily adapted for a lightweight woven fabric, such as cotton sateen or voile, too. This easy serger infinity scarf makes a great travel accessory. Wrap it once or twice around your neck, wrap it around your head, use it as a belt, or use it as a bandeau top on…
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Serger Scarf with Frilly Edges
Serger Scarf Create a quick-and-easy serger scarf using lightweight jersey fabric. Choose a decorative thread, such as Sulky 30 wt. Cotton Blendables™, for the rolled hem edges, as the thread is easily the star of this project. Poly Deco™, a 40 wt. thread typically used for machine embroidery, is also a great choice when a colorful sheen is desired. This project is an excerpt from the book Serger 101: a Field Guide, by Katrina Walker. Designs copyright @2020 by Katrina Walker from the book Serger 101 from C&T Publishing, Inc. *We may earn an affiliate commission if you purchase the book using the link posted above. LETTUCE LOVER SERGER SCARF…
