Needlepoint Alphabet in Calligraphy
Shown on 10 mesh at 14 stitches high. Here is a calligraphy-type alphabet.
Shown on 10 mesh at 14 stitches high. Here is a calligraphy-type alphabet.
How to Put a Fringe on a Pillow Start as you would in putting a pillow together. Just before you begin to sew the backing to the needlepoint front, stitch the fringe to the backing. The steps involved are: Begin stitching the fringe on the backing. Place the fringe on the right side of the …
Singer XL-400 computerized sewing and embroidery machine reviews Do you like to bring innovativeness in your sewing? Or, do you want to flourish your sewing and embroidery skills? Either way SINGER Futura XL-400 computerized sewing or embroidery machine goes beyond the call of a sewing machine and giving the opportunity to create embroidery designs on …
Brother LB-6800PRW Project Runway Computerized Sewing Embroidery Machine Brother LB-6800PRW is a new generation computerized machine that without any doubt gives new meaning to convenience and creativity. This runway edition offers a complete range of stitching and sewing functions– to add beautiful and decorative ornamentations to your unique creations. Equipped with all the topmost features, …
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Brother SE400 vs. SE425 – Which One is The Ultimate Winner If you compare Brother SE400 and SE425, the first thing you may get is nothing. It’s not a joke because both the machines are identical. But if you go in deep, you can always find what makes the two different. In some ways, the …
Sewing Machine Reviews: Brother LS2125i Easy-to-Use Everyday Sewing Machine A really handy sewing machine from Brother is the Brother LS2125i Easy-to-Use Everyday Sewing Machine. Featuring 10 basic stitches and user-friendly features, any beginner will find it simpler to learn sewing with this simple yet sophisticated machine. Weighing 15.4 pounds, this user-friendly sewing machine is well-liked …
Sewing Machine Reviews: SINGER 2259 Tradition Easy-to-Use Free-Arm 19-Stitch Sewing Machine Just another sewing wonder from Singer is the SINGER 2259 Tradition Easy-to-Use Free-Arm 19-Stitch Sewing Machine. It weighs 16 pounds and just like most of the sewing machines from Singer, it has a sturdy metal frame. It has all the basic features that any …
It is a fact that Janome is among the leading manufacturers of sewing machines in the world. The Japanese company has an excellent reputation for the quality of its products. One of the popular options in its range is the Janome Magnolia 7318 sewing machine. It comes with a set of useful features. It weighs …
Sewing Machine Reviews: Brother XL2600I Sew Advance Sew Affordable 25-Stitch Free-Arm Sewing Machine The Brother XL2600I Sew Advance Sew Affordable 25-Stitch Free-Arm Sewing Machine could be one of the cheapest Brother sewing machines that you will ever find. Very easy to use and really handy, this model of the sewing machine is popular among those …
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Reviews of A Few Great Embroidery Machines Brother is a top company in the sewing machine market. The Brother International Corporation has been in the sewing machine business for over 100 years. Their loyal consumer base and excellent products have developed Brother as an excellent sewing machine manufacturer. Brother Embroidery and Sewing machines are robust …
Mini sewing machines are some people’s choice nowadays. These Mini machines are often needed by kids. Also, there are some adults who often bring the machine to sewing classes or from one place to another. So they will want to get a machine which is very portable. Let’s take some time to find the answer …
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Many parents have a good first impression of the Hello Kitty sewing machines as they are searching for information about sewing machines that will be a gift for kids who are interested in sewing. However, there is always one point making them hesitate is that these Hello Kitty sewing machines look too like toys which …
From diaper fabric to heavy-duty nylon to ironing board covering, get acquainted with these useful fabrics. Tucked away in an obscure corner of many fabric stores are the utility fabrics. They may be near the decorating fabrics, or hidden behind the pillow stuffing and upholstery foam. Something about the area seems to say, “Great grandmothers …
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A Guide to Understanding, Selecting, & Using Yarn There are many different types of yarn, including multiple-plied yarn, sock yarn, brushed yarn, boucle yarn, chenille yarn, felting wool, and superwash wool. In recent decades, yarn manufacturing has advanced and different types of yarn have exploded onto the market. Yarn is generally divided into animal, plant, …
Ordering Natural or Green Fabrics Online All-natural, eco-friendly fabrics are useful for interior design, arts and crafts, and sewing projects. Here’s where to find eco-friendly fabric online. Today’s push for eco-friendly materials combined with the internet means that there are a number of online resources when shopping for and ordering natural fabrics. Here are some …
Cotton, Linen, Hemp, Soy, Bamboo, Corn, and Silk Many yarns are made from plant fiber, particularly cotton and linen. Silk is a unique type of fiber. Understanding yarn fiber helps when choosing yarn for a project. Plant fibers are becoming popular among knitters who want a more organic, environmentally-friendly yarn. Unlike animal fibers, plant fibers …
Sheep Wool, Mohair, Cashmere, Angora, Alpaca, Camel, and Llama Most natural yarn comes from animal fiber, particularly sheep wool, mohair, cashmere, angora, and alpaca. Understanding yarn fiber helps when choosing yarn for a project. Natural yarn can come from animal fiber or plant fiber, but historically most yarn has been made from animal fiber. Different …
Knitting Patterns, Stitch Patterns, Knitting Hints & Tips Here are some great basic knitting books that teach general techniques, knitting patterns, stitch patterns, yarn composition, and general knitting hints and tips. There are hundreds of knitting books that cover everything from introductions to knitting to advanced techniques to knitting patterns. While it’s hard to learn …
Each year the American Quilter’s Society releases dozens of new titles. Here are reviews for several of their exceptional quilting books. The American Quilter’s Society is among the major quilt book publishers in the country. Each year they release dozens of new titles. Here are reviews for several of their exceptional quilting books.* Yo-Yo Dolls …
What’s Needed To Begin Knitting If you’d like to create your own winter fashion, nothing beats the warmth of wool, and becoming a knitter is not as difficult or expensive as you may have first thought! In the past knitting has been unfairly misrepresented as a hobby for grandmas! This is far from the truth …