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Aviator Nation Knockoff Sweatshirt to Sew
Aviator Nation Knockoff Appliqué a Sweatshirt & Create a Designer Look for Le$$! An Aviator Nation Knockoff Sweatshirt will be the hit gift under the Christmas tree this year for any tween, teen, or young adult. Aviator Nation is a popular brand known for its retro-inspired sweatshirts and sweatpants that capture a laid-back California beach vibe. The company uses premium materials and manufactures its products in the USA—qualities that come with a luxury price tag. When my daughters added Aviator Nation sweatshirts to their holiday wish lists, I knew I couldn’t (and wouldn’t) pay $189 or more for each one. So, I put on my “sewing thinking cap” and created…
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2025 New Year’s Eve Sew Along Announcement!
IT’S TIME! Our 2025 New Year’s Eve Sew-Along Announcement is HERE! Adventure awaits with the all-new LAMONT BAG! Join Sulky and Sallie Tomato for our 2025 New Year’s Eve Sew-Along! We’ll be LIVE on New Year’s Eve from 12pm – 4pm ET to sew the rugged (yet chic) sling-style bag, complete with clip-on accessories made in the hoop of your embroidery machine! Let’s ring in 2026 together, doing what we love at the sewing machine! REGISTER NOW>> SEW-ALONG DETAILS We’re coming together LIVE to teach you how to make the LAMONT pattern by Sallie Tomato. Plus, we’ll create an accessory duo to clip onto the bag – a Mini Zip Pouch sized for hand sanitizer or pet waste bags…
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Fall Hand Embroidery Transfer Stickers
Fall Hand Embroidery Transfer Stickers for festive Botanical Dish Towels & More Looking for a way to bring the warm, earthy beauty of fall into your home décor? Hand embroidery is a timeless way to add handmade charm to everyday items—and with the new Sulky Hand Embroidery Transfers, it’s never been easier! In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to use the Fall Botanicals design pack to embellish decorative dish towels with leaves, flowers, and mushroom motifs that celebrate the cozy spirit of autumn (and beyond). These towels also make wonderful gifts for hosts, friends, and family! FALL HAND EMBROIDERY TOWEL SUPPLIES Sulky Fall Botanicals Hand Embroidery Transfers Dish towel…
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Witch Tote Bag with Foundation Paper Piecing
Witch Tote + Treat Bag Halloween Witch Tote – From Mug Rug to Spooky Carryall The Sulky Halloween FPP Mug Rugs Digital Pattern Collection is perfect for creating festive coasters — but why stop there? With a few extra steps and some added fabric, you can transform one of these adorable pieced blocks into a fully functional Halloween Witch Tote or Trick-or-Treat Bag! This quick project is great for showcasing your foundation paper piecing skills while creating something useful for candy gathering or fall festivities. WITCH HAT TOTE SUPPLIES (1) pieced 8 ½” FPP Halloween Mug Rug block (from this pattern collection) Sulky Paper Solvy™ Printable FPP Sheets (1) 12”…
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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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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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Embossed Embroidered Towel Set
Embossed Embroidered Towel Set Great Gift Alert! Looking for a thoughtful, practical, and personalized gift for a recent graduate heading off to college? An embroidered towel set with an elegant embossed design is the perfect choice. Not only does it add a touch of luxury to dorm life, but it’s also a functional keepsake that stands out in shared laundry rooms. We’ll walk you through how to create your own embossed towel set—from choosing the right materials to stitching a design that pops. Whether you’re a seasoned embroiderer or just getting started, this project combines creativity with heartfelt gifting. EMBOSSED EMBROIDERED TOWEL SET SUPPLIES Towel set: include a bath towel…
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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…
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Muffin Appliqué Placemat
MUFFIN APPLIQUÉ PLACEMAT Designed by Renate Bieber Create a pieced muffin appliqué placemat with or without a cherry on top. This placemat makes a great addition to a Mother’s Day brunch, birthday soiree and more! Finished size: 11 ½” x 16 ½” MUFFIN PLACEMAT SUPPLIES Muffin Appliqué Templates Sulky 50 wt. Cotton Thread (appliqué & construction) Sulky 30 wt. Cotton Thread (quilting) Sulky Perfect Appliqué™ Fusible Web Organ® size 80/12 & 90/14 Universal Needles Sulky KK2000™ Temporary Spray Adhesive Low-loft batting Fabrics 1/3 yard each of three coordinating fabrics (fabric 1, 2 & 3) (2) coordinating fabric remnants (muffin appliqué) CUTTING & PREP Fabric 1 (white): cut one 4 ¾”…
