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5 Tips to Keep Outdoor Fabrics Looking Good!

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Jessica

Fun in the sun means outdoor fabrics. Whether you are making cushions, sewing a grill slipcover or stitching up a tote bag, all of these projects require outdoor fabrics. These rough and tumble fabrics are made to withstand the elements … Continue reading →

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5 Tips for Embroidering with Metallic Thread!

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Jessica

The luster and shine of metallic thread is hard to pass up. It adds fantastic details to all sorts of projects. However, it often causes problems during the embroidery process. Use these tips to get the most out of your … Continue reading →

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5 Tips for Embroidering Fleece!

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Jessica

Fleece is a fantastic fabric! It was originally created to mimic wool. Fleece insulates even when wet and dries quickly. Athletic clothing is often made from fleece because perspiration passes through it and it’s stretchy and moves with the body. … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Giveaway Winner!

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Jessica

Congratulations to Laura and Terri! Their comments were randomly selected from last Wednesday’s responses. They will each be receiving 1 can of Spray ‘n Bond from Therm O Web. We asked, what type of expo or show would you attend … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Giveaway! Win Spray ‘n Bond from Therm O Web!

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Jessica

Happy Wednesday everyone! We’re busy as ever, preparing for a variety of upcoming expos in our area and around the nation. That doesn’t mean we aren’t giving away a fabulous prize today! In fact, you could win 1 of 2 … Continue reading →

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Giveaway Winner Revealed!

Posted on January 15, 2013 by Jessica

Last week we asked what your next embroidery project will be, and from all of the many responses we randomly chose a winner. Sherrie replied saying: “I am just starting an Anita Goodesign Tree of Life quilt. Can’t wait for … Continue reading →

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Thursday Giveaway! Win a Machine Applique Book!

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Jessica

My how the week has flashed by! Here in the office we are hard at work editing an upcoming issue of Creative Machine Embroidery. This year we can’t wait to bring you exciting new techniques and fun projects! In the … Continue reading →

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Get these Designs Before They’re Gone!

Posted on December 20, 2012 by Jessica

It seems like 2012 has been flying by! The new year will be here before we know it and when December 31 rolls around, these awesome designs will no longer be free. Pop over to the Creative Machine Embroidery page … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Giveaway!

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Jessica

Our 12 days of giveaways is going great! Today over on the Sew News blog you could enter to win a cross-stitch book or a holiday themed travel mug. That didn’t seem like quite enough for everyone to enjoy, so … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Giveaway Winner!

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Jessica

Congratulations to our three winners from last week! Deborah, Tammy and Cindy all won a quilting themed calendar from Martingale Publishing. They answered the question, How do you (or would you) incorporate machine embroidery into your quilting? Deborah said: “Can’t … Continue reading →

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