• Valentine Cross Stitch Design Collection for Gift Tag Blanks

    Valentine Cross Stitch Gift Tag Designs

    Valentine Cross Stitch Gift Tags These Valentine Cross Stitch Gift Tags are an adorable addition to any gift for a cat lover! These three exclusive designs from the Be Meow Valentine Collection work perfectly with our custom wooden gift tag blanks. But you can also stitch the designs onto Aida cloth or other substrate and make them into mini shelf-sitter pillows or framed gifts. CROSS STITCH DESIGN DETAILS Grab the collection of Valentine Cross Stitch designs as a standalone digital product. Or purchase the Thread Palette, which comes with six spools of Sulky Cotton Petites Thread, our preference for handwork projects. This thread stitches smoothly and comes on a spool.…

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  • 10 Sewing Supplies You Need

    10 Sewing Supplies You Need in the New Year

    Top 10 Sewing Supplies to restock your sewing space for the new year It’s the start of a NEW YEAR, and that means we need to get organized and be ready to learn something new at our sewing machines in the months ahead! These 10 sewing supplies will help us do just that. By stocking up on the basics, and a few must-haves, we will be ready to tackle our WIPPs (work-in-progress-projects) and clear out some space for the new things we want to create. You may have a specific “sewing resolution” or two to tackle this year. Or perhaps you simply want to start fresh and learn a few…

  • Quilted Heart Project

    Quilted Heart Project that Spreads Kindness

    Quilted Heart Project The Quilted Heart Project began in 2014 and has grown exponentially over the years. As explained in the “I Found a Quilted Heart” blog, it all started because two sisters found a quilty heart while hiking in Nevada. The heart had a note on it that read, “I need a home.” The sisters were so taken by the heart that they began making quilted hearts to disperse on their travels and at home. The intent was to leave them for random strangers and spread joy. As we approach the month of February, which is America Heart Month and when all things “love” and “heart” fill our feeds,…

  • Freestanding Lace Earrings Webcast

    Freestandling Lace Earrings with Designs by Babymoon

    Freestanding Lace Earrings Webcast with Sheila Ryan, of Designs by Babymoon Learn how to create freestanding lace earrings that combine in various ways to create loads of different looks. Sheila Ryan, of Designs by Babymoon, will show you how! REGISTER> JOIN US JANUARY 9, 2024 at 2PM ET FOR THIS FREE EVENT! These earrings are made entirely of thread, and are attached to various types of earrings hardware, depending on your wearing preference. Go big and add thread tassels, gems and beads. Or keep it understated with a stud application. Featuring Sulky Fabri-Solvy Stabilizer and beautiful Poly Deco Threads, the earrings also make great gifts. Just for registering, you’ll receive a FREE earrings design, courtesy of Designs by…

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  • Give the Gift of Travel with Sulky

    The Gift of Travel The gift of travel is the greatest gift of all! Experiences, rather than things, are far better for our mental health, education and personal fulfillment. And travel is even better when you’re with like-minded people who love to sew, craft and create. It certainly makes seeking out fabric stores much more fun. Check out our 2024 and 2025 travel opportunities and put them on your gift list! Santa just might make your dreams come true this year! PREVIOUS SULKY TRAVEL TOURS We recently returned from our Sulky + Craftours London tour, which was a sold-out tour! Everyone had a great time and got along so nicely.…

  • off shoulder top tutorial

    Craft a One Shoulder Top for a Totally 80s Look

    One Shoulder Top We’re celebrating the 1980s with a one-shoulder top to wear for our New Year’s Eve Sew-Along with Sulky and Sallie Tomato. Get in the totally rad 80s spirit by crafting your own one-shoulder top, inspired by the movie Flashdance, and sport the look along with us! All you need is a T-shirt or sweatshirt in your size. Machine embroidery is optional. ONE SHOULDER TOP SUPPLIES T-shirt of choice (long or short-sleeved) Flexible tape measure Removable fabric marker or chalk OPTIONAL EMBORIDERY SUPPLIES Sulky Thread: 40 wt. Poly Deco™ & 60 wt. Bobbin Sulky Stabilizer:  Soft ‘n Sheer™ & Tender Touch™ KK 2000™ Temporary Spray Adhesive Organ™ size…

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  • Trio of Heart Ornaments

    Trio of Heart Ornaments to Sew

    TRIO OF HEART ORNAMENTS Heart ornaments are fun additions to a Christmas tree before or after the holiday season, taking you right into Valentine’s Day. They also make great little gifts, paired with a chocolate or flower of choice. Designed by Aimee Davis, of daisyeyeshandmade, created these adorable felt trio of heart ornaments, which you can string together or create as separate hanging hearts. HEART ORNAMENTS SUPPLIES Trio of Folk Hearts ornament pattern (it’s free!) Sulky Felty™ in colors: white, beige, heather green, pink, turquoise, heather blue & red Sulky Cotton Petites™ Thread: 1082 (Ecru), 1115 (Lt. Pink), 1046 (Teal), 1039 (True Red),1234 (Almost Black), 1058 (Tawny Brown) Hand embroidery…

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  • 10 Must-Have Sewing Stocking Stuffers

    10 Sewing Stocking Stuffers You Must Have

    10 Sewing Stocking Stuffers These 10 sewing stocking stuffers are sure to up your sewing game! Ranging from nifty notions to helpful tools to special supplies, they all serve a purpose to help make your sewing more enjoyable. Choose one or all ten to delight a sewing friend (or yourself!) this holiday season. Sulky Turning Tool Perfect for turning projects right side out, smoothing edges and poking out corners, this Turning Tool is a must-have next to your sewing machine. The handy grips on either end ensure precision, while the different tip sizes and shapes lend themselves to a variety of tasks. Sulky Clear Embroidery Tape This sewing stocking stuffer…

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  • gingerbread candy cane holders

    Gingerbread Candy Cane Holders to Sew

    Gingerbread Candy Cane Holders Create adorable Gingerbread Candy Cane Holders embellished with appliqué frosting and hand embroidery. The gingerbread man and woman make fun gifts. Plus, they make a great craft for kids to keep them busy during winter break. CANDY CANE HOLDERS SUPPLIES Gingerbread Candy Cane Holders pattern Sulky Felty™: Light Brown & White 12 wt. Sulky Cotton Petites™ Thread: Dk Brown 712-1130, Sweet Pink 712-1256, True Red 712-1039 40 wt. Sulky Poly Deco Thread (construction): Lt Brown 962-1170 Sulky Perfect Appliqué Fusible Web Organ® size 80/12 Universal Needle Hand sewing needle Removable fabric marker or chalk Note: Each Gingerbread Candy Cane Holder requires 2 candy canes GINGERBREAD PATTERN…

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  • Embroider a Sign for Santa

    Embroidered Santa Sign to Sew

    Embroidered Santa Sign Sew an embroidered Santa sign so the big man is sure to stop at your house on Christmas Eve. This “Santa Please Stop Here” embroidery design is available in three sizes, so the sign is adjustable for several hoops. Adjust the fabric requirements as needed to sew an embroidered Santa sign that suits your needs. EMBROIDERED SANTA SIGN SUPPLIES Sulky Felty™ (off-white roll, light green roll) 50 wt. Cotton Thread (light green & teal, or colors to match per the instructions below) 13″ x 16″ rectangle each of quilting cotton fabric & batting (backing) Sulky KK 2000™ Temporary Spray Adhesive Santa Sayings Machine Embroidery Palette (Includes 10…

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