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  • Tank Top with Hand Embroidery

    Tank Top Pattern with Embroidery Options

    February 8, 2021 /

    Tank Top Pattern with hand embroidery embellishments A great Tank Top Pattern will become your go-to garment for spring and summer makes. The Pony Tank by Chalk and Notch is great for lots of figures and lends itself to lots of embellishment options, too. Try your “hand” at hand embroidery and add small touches to make this wardrobe staple something special. Tank Top Pattern Details The Pony Tank is a swing shaped knit tank top or dress with a curved hem. There are three views: a cropped tank, a tank top, and a tank dress.  Pattern Format: PDF Size Range: 0 – 30, with 2 bust cup options Fabric: KNIT Sewing Level: ADVANCED BEGINNER…

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    February 2, 2021 /

    It’s National Embroidery Month! Calling all embroiderers! Whether you like embroidery by hand or machine, we’re bringing you all things embroidery for National Embroidery Month! From the Absolute Beginner to the I’ve Done It All-er, there’s something for everyone to learn and enjoy at sulky.com. Absolute Beginner Hand Embroidery If you’ve never tried hand embroidery or need a refresher, Sulky has what you need for inspiration and resources to spark your creativity. Start with our Hand Embroidery for Kids video series. Whether you’re a true kid or just young at heart, these easy-to-follow tutorials will have you stitching in no time. Once you’ve practiced a bit, grab a free Lion…

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    February 15, 2020 /

    Transferring Designs onto Fabric for Hand Embroidery by Laura Bray, Laura Bray Designs There are a number of ways to transfer designs (PDF patterns) onto fabric. Some are simpler than others, especially when teaching children the art of hand embroidery. Lightbox or Window Method If your fabric is lightweight, you can use a lightbox or even a bright window. Kids love using a lightbox, and this one is super lightweight and easy to use. Simply print out the PDF embroidery pattern, place it on the light source and then place your fabric over the pattern. Use chalk or water-soluble pencil to trace the image onto the fabric. Transfer Pens Print the…

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    Hand Embroidery for Kids – New Video Series, Episode 1

    February 6, 2020 /

    Hand Embroidery for Kids: a New Sulky Video Series Episode 1: SUPPLIES Yes, hand embroidery for kids! In this video series, Laura Bray of Laura Bray designs takes us through the steps to teach children the wonderful art of hand embroidery. Hand embroidery is a gateway craft for kids, as it’s easy to learn and understand how stitches are formed, the supplies are inexpensive, and it’s fun to pick out thread and fabric colors (not to mention designs!) From Laura Hand Embroidery is a wonderful skill to teach your child. It’s a creative and quiet activity for both you and your child. I began teaching my daughter how to embroider…

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    Hot Cocoa Wall Hanging for Easy Winter Decor

    December 13, 2019 /

    Hot Cocoa Wall Hanging Free Project by Chelsea Briner of Sew Simple Home Create a Hot Cocoa Wall Hanging featuring a fun hand embroidered design. This project is made easier by using Sulky 12 wt. thread and Stick ‘n Stitch stabilizer. Even kids can get in on the crafting action, as this also makes a great starter sewing project for all ages. When the temperature dips to freezing (or below!), hot cocoa is in order. Create a hot cocoa station this winter with a few snowflake-donned cups, cocoa packets, marshmallows and this fun project. Instead of “winter,” we’ll call this “hot cocoa season”! SUPPLIES Hot Cocoa hand embroidery pattern –…

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    October 29, 2019 /

    What is Hand Lettered Quilting? Hand lettered quilting is a technique that allows you to incorporate chalkboard-art style into your creations. Karlee Porter is the designer behind this style of quilting, typically done by free-motion stitching. What is done by “hand,” then, you ask? Creating the design is done by hand, and the resulting design has a hand-drawn look. To achieve the look in stitches, there are three options: hand embroidery, free-motion and machine embroidery. In Sulky’s free webinar on November 12 at 2pm EDT, Karlee will showcase all three methods so you can use the one that suits you and your creative style. Plus, you’ll learn how to create…

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    Embroidered Velvet Stocking

    July 16, 2019 /

    Create an embroidered velvet stocking set for your mantle this Christmas. By starting the project in July, you’ll have plenty of time to create one for each member of your family, including hand embroidered letters to represent their first names. Grab the free stocking pattern to start creating your stockings today. What You’ll Need: Winter Greens Hand Embroidery Patterns Stocking Pattern Template Stocking Pattern Instructions Sulky 12 wt. Cotton Petites Thread for the hand embroidery — OR — Sulky Filaine 12 wt. Acrylic Thread Sulky Stick ‘n Stitch Stabilizer – to print the designs on! Printer   This beautiful embroidered velvet stocking project is rather easy to construct. The embroidery…

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  • 5 Summer Break Sewing Projects for Kids

    May 24, 2019 /

    Now that the kids are out of school for the summer, it’s time to keep them busy with some summer break sewing projects. These easy projects for kids to sew require just a bit of fabric and beginner hand-sewing skills. As the summer goes on, move on to more advanced sewing techniques, like machine embroidery. They will love watching the machine do its magic and picking out all the thread colors for the design. 1. Glove Monster This cute project by Craftaholics Anonymous repurposes all those single gloves you have left from winter. Add a bit of felt scraps and choose a few colors of Sulky Cotton Petites™ threads and…

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    May 22, 2019 /

    With so much rain (and even snow) in much of the country we’re looking for the rainbows and sunny days ahead! Whip up a rainbow felt wreath to bring some color to your front door and start searching for that pot of gold. Rebecca Greco shares just how fun and easy making this rainbow felt wreath is. Not only does it only take a few hours to stitch, it doesn’t require many materials, either. Make one for a retiring teacher or lunch helper to say goodbye once school is out for summer – or one for yourself! Add an initial or monogram to the center for even more personalization. This…

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    Embroidered apron patterns are fun and functional, plus they remind us of our moms, grandmas and other influential women in our lives (I’m sure aprons remind some people of certain men in their lives, too). On the week before Mother’s Day, we invite you to make a new embroidered apron pattern using fun fabrics and a cute spring-inspired embroidery, courtesy of Chelsea Briner of Sew Simple Home. We hope it gives you the warm fuzzies! This embroidered apron pattern is a great gardening apron, as it gathers up to hold your fruits and veggies as you pick them! Fun and functional at its best. About Chelsea Chelsea Briner is a…

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