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Show off favorite photos in a quilted wall hanging. Fabric-edged photo pockets allow you to change pictures whenever you want, and embroidery adds a custom touch. From CME's Quilting & Embroidery Fall 2007 special issue.

Share your love with a pretty patchwork heart pillow. The patchwork does double-duty as a pocket to tuck goodies into. Also included: Instructions for creating embroidered paper candy wrappers. From CME's January/February 2007 issue.

Kids will be crazy for these holiday motif sucker covers—and the suckers beneath. They're so easy and fun to whip up, you'll want to make them a holiday tradition! From CME's Holiday Embroidery 2007 issue.

To the Letter

A plain, ready-made table runner goes upscale with the addition of an attractive monogram. It's as easy as it is chic! From CME's January/February 2006 issue.

Heirloom Update

The crisp white blouse is a staple of the season. Make your version extra-special when you use lace insertion, twin-needle stitching and embroidery to give it an heirloom quality that plays for today. From CME's July/August 2004 issue.

Wedding Ready

Simple embroidered bridal accessories make quick and easy gifts. Embellish ready-made items or make your own and add embroidered freestanding lace. From CME's May/June 2007 issue.

Autumn Beauty

Decorate with this fall-themed table runner. From CME's Fall 2006 Quilting & Embroidery special issue.

Breaking Bread

Add a festive touch to any table with this great gift idea. From CME's Holiday 2006 special issue.

At the Door

Create a quick and easy decorative door hanger. From CME's 2006 Paper & Embroidery special issue.

Think Spring

Bring spring inside with Nancy Fiedler's ideas for combining quilting, blossoms and embroidery. From CME's Spring 2006 Quilting & Embroidery special issue.