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    Micro-Embroideries on Shoes Using Stick ‘n Stitch

    February 24, 2025 /

    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 …

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    Half Square Triangle Table Runner

    March 30, 2024 /

    The Half Square Triangle The half square triangle (HST) is a versatile piecing method that forms to create so many quilt blocks. We’ll explore several easy blocks using the half square triangle to close out National Quilting Month. Choose your favorite and make a table runner with pretty quilting. HALF SQUARE TRIANGLE FAQS What is a half-square triangle? It’s a square quilt block made of two triangles, pieced along the long triangle edge. This edge is cut on the bias, making it a bit stretchy and unwieldy to sew. It’s easiest to sew two at a time from two fabric squares, and then cut after sewing is complete. How many…

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    April 14, 2021 /

    Mother’s Day Table Runner by Ellen March Create a floral embroidered table runner that’s perfect for a Mother’s Day brunch or spring baby shower. Choose a collection of spring colors for each fabric paired with shiny Sulky Rayon Thread for an impactful, pretty piece. Customize the Mother’s Day Table Runner by adding more blocks to make it as long as you wish. Or create a larger quilt or wall hanging using the same methods. SUPPLIES Sulky 40 wt. Rayon Thread (colors as determined by chosen embroidery design) Sulky 60 wt. Bobbin Thread Organ® Needles: 75/11 Embroidery & 70/10 Microtex Sulky Sticky+™ Stabilizer Sticky+ Slitting Pen (optional) KK 2000™ Temporary Spray…

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    April 10, 2020 /

    Counted Cross-Stitch Pillow by Chrissy Callahan or TurtleBunny Creations   Cross-stitch is making a comeback (or did it ever leave?)! We’re loving all the cross-stitch creations being made with Sulky 12 wt. Cotton Petites Thread. Yes, that’s right! You can use Sulky Cotton Petites (solids and Blendables®) for all handwork projects, including cross-stitch. One strand of this thread equals two strands of traditional embroidery floss. And, it comes on a snap spool, meaning you can pop the top of the spool up to store the thread end after it’s cut. No more messing around with tangled floss! After handwork, you can then use the thread on your machine, too. About…

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    September 11, 2019 /

    Freestanding Lace Flower Fascinator with Filaine Thread by Anna He, Seattle Cosplay Create a flower fascinator using freestanding lace designs and Filaine thread by Sulky. This project is a great starting point for a quick Halloween costume (wear all green and call yourself a bouquet!) and also is a fun addition to your every-day wardrobe. from Anna: I have a fall/winter costume on my bucket list and to go along with it is a pretty pastel colored fascinator. The Filaine thread is an excellent choice for a handmade look while using my embroidery machine to stitch out freestanding lace (FSL). When I first got the thread, I was impressed by…

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    Floral Embroidered Lampshade by Aimee Davis of DaisyEyes Handmade   Create an embroidered lampshade that has a retro vibe using Sulky Filaine™ thread for texture. This is a great project to add a touch of vintage to any room. Plus, use the cute embroidered lampshade designs to create coordinating linens for a table, curtain borders or even on a denim jacket or jeans. It’s National Sewing Month, so we’re inviting you to try something new and expand your skills! This month, we’ll bring you fun projects using different threads, materials and specialty notions that you may have never heard of before. Celebrate sewing by adding new techniques to your repertoire…

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