Sewing for Kids
-
T-Shirt Quilt Graduation Gift
T-Shirt Quilt Graduation Gift A T-shirt quilt graduation gift is a thoughtful way to put all those school tees to use! Whether you have a little one graduating from Elementary School, Middle School, High School or College, a T-shirt quilt is a keepsake gift that’s sure to be cherished. Learn how to make a T-shirt quilt, including fussy-cutting motifs; preserving areas that have holes or stains; proper stabilizing techniques; and more in our start anytime T-Shirt Quilt videocast. You’ll also learn about combining different fabric types in our 5-in-1 T-shirt quilt pattern! With several ways to quilt the finished piece, including in-the-hoop methods, using a long-arm machine or service and…
-
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…
-
ALL THE PATCHES SESSION with Sulky
PATCHES EMBROIDERY SESSION In this ALL THE PATCHES Embroidery Session, you’ll learn how to create all sorts of different freestanding patches. You’ll work in the hoop of your embroidery machine in this self-guided, start-anytime Session! Plus, you’ll turn practice to project using a special curated patch design collection from Embroidery Library & Urban Threads, with or without a kit. Plus, learn how to customize a blank patch using a design of your choice. We’ll show you how to merge design files and how to use your own artwork to create a patch that’s all your own. Learn how to navigate a digitizing site or digitize your own patch designs using specialty…
-
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 …
-
Easter Fabric Baskets with Embroidery & Quilting
Easter Fabric Baskets Stitch an Easter fabric basket featuring machine embroidery and quilting. The cork border and handles add a bit of fun sophistication. And, the foam interlining provides nice structure so the basket stands up on its own, ready for treats from the Easter Bunny. Start with our Fabric Baskets Kit, with pattern by Heather Valentine of the Sewing Loft, and choose from three basket sizes. Then, grab a design from our Bunny Hop Collection for a bright, springy touch. EASTER FABRIC BASKET SUPPLIES Fabric Baskets Kit Bunny Hop Machine Embroidery Palette Sulky Bobbin Thread Sulky KK2000 Temporary Spray Adhesive KIT INCLUDES Stackable Fabric Baskets Digital Pattern by The Sewing…
-
Felty Bunny Garland – with Printable Templates
Felty Bunny Garland Free Pattern Create an adorable Felty Bunny Garland for your Easter decorations with this digital pattern! You can also make this for a baby shower or birthday party. Or even make individual Felty Bunny freestanding stuffies for place cards or gifts. FELTY BUNNY GARLAND SUPPLIES Felty Bunny Garland Pattern (it’s free!) 1 spool each Sulky 30 wt. Cotton Thread 733-1115 Lt. Pink 733-1046 Teal 733-1292 Heron Blue Sulky Totally Stable™ Stabilizer Sulky Felty™ Pink Turquoise Light Blue Organ® Topstitch Needles (size 90/14) 60” length of thin cording or yarn Polyester fiberfill White pompom (for each bunny tail) Sulky Multipurpose Turning Tool Thick darning needle Craft glue PATTERN…
-
Bunny Embroidered Onesies and Tees
EASTER BUNNY EMBROIDERED ONESIES & TEES Samples by Judy Briley Embroider an Easter bunny onesie and/or tee for a little one in your life. Choose from one of our cute Bunny Hop machine embroidery designs to make it extra special. SUPPLIES FOR EMBROIDERED ONESIE Bunny Hop Machine Embroidery Palette Sulky Bobbin Thread (color to match onesie) Machine Embroidery Design (4.69” x 4.75” or smaller, depending on size of onesie) Sulky Sticky+™ Stabilizer Sticky+ Slitting Pen Sulky Tender Touch™ Stabilizer Organ® Needles: 75/11 Embroidery Removable Fabric Marker (such as a Frixion highlighter) Pinking shears or scalloped scissors HOOPING ONESIE Load the chosen design onto the machine and plan to use the…
-
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…
-
Valentine Punch Needle – 3 Patterns & Thread Kit
Valentine Punch Needle Patterns Designed by Heidi Pridemore, the Whimsical Workshop Valentine punch needle embroidery is a fun and accessible craft that allows you to create beautifully textured designs. Sulky 12 wt. Cotton Threads add a luxurious touch to punch needle projects, with their rich colors and silky sheen. Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to infuse your home with handmade love, and what better way to do that than with personalized Valentine Punch Needle Ornaments? Read on to learn the steps to craft heartwarming punch needle ornaments that can be used as decorations, gift toppers or keepsakes. Whether you’re new to punch needle or a seasoned pro, this project…
-
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…
