Quick Projects
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FREE Queso Cozy Bowl Pattern from Sulky – All August Long!
How to Sew a Queso Cozy Our Queso Cozy project is really a bowl cozy that is suitable for all your hot dip, chili, oatmeal needs! If you’ve been looking for a fun and functional sewing project that’s quick, easy, and super useful—this is it! The Sulky Bowl Queso Cozy Pattern is FREE for the month of August, and it’s the perfect way to stitch up something simple that you’ll use every single day. Whether you’re warming up soup, chili, oatmeal, or leftovers, this bowl cozy keeps your hands protected while keeping your food hot—or cold! No more juggling hot dishes or searching for a kitchen towel. And with a…
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Back to School Tees for Tots
Back to School Tees for Tots, Teachers & More! Whether you’re celebrating a little one’s future graduation year, making a sweet gift for a teacher, or creating a meaningful shirt for a graduate, this appliquéd and hand-embroidered t-shirt project is a fun way to personalize apparel. Using Sulky Perfect Appliqué Fusible Web and Sulky Stick ‘n Stitch Printable Transfer Sheets, you can easily combine crisp appliqué with beautiful hand embroidery. Supplies You’ll Need A blank T-shirt (or onesie) Fabric scraps for appliqué Sulky Perfect Appliqué Fusible Web Sulky Stick ‘n Stitch Printable Transfer Sheets Sulky Cotton Petites Thread (hand embroidery) Sulky 50 wt. Cotton Thread (appliqué) Hand embroidery needle Organ®…
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Gingerbread Ornaments Kit
Gingerbread Ornaments In the Hoop Sweeten Up Your Holidays with the Gingerbread Ornaments Kit – On Sale Now! Who doesn’t love a little holiday crafting – especially when it involves adorable gingerbread people? We’re spreading the cheer a little early with our Gingerbread Ornaments Kit, and the best part? It’s on sale now through August 1, 2025 to end our Christmas in July deals & steals! KIT DETAILS This kit has everything you need to whip up a batch of whimsical gingerbread ornaments that look good enough to eat (but trust us, these are way too cute to nibble!). Each ornament is perfect for decorating your tree, gifting to friends…
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EPP Appliqué Tote Bag Blank
EPP Appliqué Tote Add personality to a plain tote bag blank with an EPP Appliqué. EPP (English paper piecing) is a fun, and portable!, way to add a bit of vintage whimsy to quilty projects, but also works great as an appliqué element, too! EPP Basics For the basics on EPP (English Paper Piecing), check out this post. It also contains information for how to assemble an EPP Travel Kit so you can take your sewing on the go. EPP Arrangement For this design, hexagon papers are used for the EPP process. Hexagons are very traditional but also easy for beginners to tackle with ease. The paper used for EPP…
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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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Lemonade Stand Bunting to Sew
🍋 How to Sew a Lemonade Stand Bunting Stitch a cute bunting sign for your lemonade stand and attract all the buyers! Nothing says “summer fun” quite like a classic lemonade stand—and what better way to draw in thirsty customers than with a handmade lemonade stand bunting sign? With just a few sewing supplies and a splash of creativity, you can create a festive banner that turns heads and boosts sales. Let’s get stitching! 🧵 Supplies You’ll Need: 1/2 yard of quilting cotton fabric (bunting flags) 1/4 yard of coordinating or contrasting quilting cotton fabric (appliqué letters) pre-made or self-made double-fold bias binding Sulky Perfect Appliqué™ Fusible Web Sulky 50…
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Nautical Napkins with Sea-Worthy Machine Embroidery
How to Make Nautical Napkins with Machine Embroidery Give your table a touch of coastal charm with these easy and fun Nautical Napkins! Whether you’re planning a beach-themed dinner party or crafting a handmade gift for a sea-loving friend, adding a machine embroidery design to napkin blanks is a simple way to elevate everyday linens. Follow the steps below to create your own set using the playful “Let’s Get Salty” design by Urban Threads combined with Sulky stabilizers and threads. 🌊 Nautical Napkins Supplies Nautical-inspired machine embroidery design(Featured: “Let’s Get Salty” by Urban Threads – 3.85″ x 2.66″) Napkin blanks (cotton or linen work well) Sulky Fabri-Solvy™ Stabilizer (water-soluble, fabric-like)…
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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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Avocado Guy Key Fob In the Hoop
Avocado Guy A Fun Key Fob Done In the Hoop This in-the-hoop Avocado Guy Key Fob is a fun nod to avocado lovers everywhere! Stitch this key fob up for Cinco de Mayo and gobble up some guacamole with a favorite friend. AVOCADO GUY SUPPLIES Sulky Avocado Guy In-the-Hoop Key Fob Machine Embroidery Design (2) 5″ squares of no-fray fabric, such as Sulky Felty, Cork or Faux Leather Sulky Rayon Thread (942-1177, 942-1549, 942-1005) Sulky Tear-Easy™ Stabilizer 1″ D-ring, D-Ring Swivel Clip or Key Ring Sulky Clear Embroidery Tape KK2000 Temporary Spray Adhesive KAM snap (male, female & 2 caps) & snap setter (optional) AVOCADO GUY PREP & HOOPING…
