A beautiful personalised name card with a large appliqued fabric initial and the rest of the name sewn using free motion embroidery. Each initial, flower and leaf is individually hand cut and then sewn onto a plain background fabric before being sewn onto the card. There is the option to specify ...More A beautiful personalised name card with a large appliqued fabric initial and the rest of the name sewn using free motion embroidery. Each initial, flower and...More
My 2020 temperature quilt is finally finished!
Get started doing free motion stitching with a domestic sewing machine in this comprehensive video tutorial that guides you through some easy exercises.
Aurifil’s 100% Cotton 80wt/2ply thread is one of the newest members of the Aurifil family. Introduced in 2016, it is available in 88 vibrant, luxurious colors showcased on beautiful cherry wooden spools. Such a thin thread is perfect for a variety of techniques, including English Paper Piecing, Hand Applique, Machine E
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How to make embroidered patches/ the Ultimate Guide. FREE Applique patch pattern with easy step by step tutorial.
Hello everyone! I’m back today and sharing a little bit about Free Motion Applique. I’ve done some lately for a recent tour which you can read about over on my blog here, and Kennis asked me to share about FMA as it was a new-to-her skill. Just to make things fun, I’m sharing a free […]
Fine Spun Silk ITO Nui is a spun silk thread ideal for sewing, quilting and embroidery. It can be used for both hand stitching and machine work. The spun silk has a soft sheen. 2 plies are twisted for optimal strength to a thickness of 2/60 NM (30 wt). The glossy, slightly pearly texture lends itself beautifully to surface designs like quilting, free motion embroidery, applique, topstitching or outlining. ITO Nui will give strong seams to sewing projects and is a sustainable alternative to polyester thread. Available in 64 colours. Usage Tips We recommend a spool stand or thread holder so that the yarn can wind vertically from the spool. For machine embroidery, we recommend a 75/11 embroidery needle. Please test first, if it works well with your specific machine. For machine sewing, we recommend a 90/14 universal needle. Please test first, if it works well with your specific machine. Get a Sample Card Not sure which colours to get? Purchase an ITO Nui Sample Card to see your options. Sample cards are recommended for true colours. Specification Composition: 100 % Silk Yardage (Meter / Yards): 80 m / 87 yds
At long last I have a new tutorial for you! This is a favourite design of mine, and was originally featured as part of a tutorial for a to...
I really do think you can teach yourself most things with the help of you tube videos and a pinterest board. The last few weeks have seen my interest in free motion embroidery grow. I created more …
A beginner's guide to using a free motion foot on your sewing machine to do free motion quilting.
ITO Nui is a spun silk thread ideal for sewing, quilting and embroidery. This lovely thread be used for both hand work and machine work. The spun silk has a soft sheen. Two plies are twisted for optimal strength to a thickness of 2/60 NM (30 wt). The glossy, slightly pearly texture lends itself beautifully to surface designs like quilting, free motion embroidery, applique, top stitching or outlining. ITO Nui will give strong seams to sewing projects and is a sustainable alternative to polyester thread. We have brought in all 64 colors available. Tips: Ito recommends a spool stand or thread holder so that the yarn can wind vertically from the spool.For machine embroidery Ito recommends a 75/11 embroidery needle. Please test first to see if it works well with your specific machine.For machine sewing Ito recommends a 90/14 universal needle. Please test first to see if it works well with your specific machine.
A scrap of fabric that I was practicing a new transfer technique on. I think it's gonna work.
Embroider with you "normal" sewing machine - no need for an expensive, special embroidery machine ^-^
Unlock Your Creative Potential! Be your own expert at thread sketching, thread painting and artful appliqué. Use these tutorials to learn how to get started in creative free motion stitching and art quilting, and take your work to a new level. Begin an exhilarating journey into the world of thread sketching and thread painting –
Printed pattern for raw edge applique using free motion embroidery, which finishes as a 10" square. This pattern contains the templates for my Gothic crow design along with plenty of colour photographs through each step. I don't teach you how to do free motion embroidery in this pattern, other than my own hints and tips, neither do I tell you how to set your machine up for free motion embroidery but I do give you all the stages for you to make your own embroidery. My patterns are for personal use only. Please don't redistribute or make my items to sell. thank you. Any question please do ask. I also have a listing for a printed version.
Free motion embroidery, free motion sewing, or raw edge applique allows you to turn one your favourite pictures or sketches in a piece of fabric art. This technique provides you with full control over the picture - by dropping the feed dogs on your machine you guide your picture through your sewing machine to create the look you want. For your background fabric, choose something firmly woven such as calico, cotton or even linen.
Fine Spun Silk ITO Nui is a spun silk thread ideal for sewing, quilting and embroidery. It can be used for both hand stitching and machine work. The spun silk has a soft sheen. 2 plies are twisted for optimal strength to a thickness of 2/60 NM (30 wt). The glossy, slightly pearly texture lends itself beautifully to surface designs like quilting, free motion embroidery, applique, topstitching or outlining. ITO Nui will give strong seams to sewing projects and is a sustainable alternative to polyester thread. Available in 64 colours. Usage Tips We recommend a spool stand or thread holder so that the yarn can wind vertically from the spool. For machine embroidery, we recommend a 75/11 embroidery needle. Please test first, if it works well with your specific machine. For machine sewing, we recommend a 90/14 universal needle. Please test first, if it works well with your specific machine. Get a Sample Card Not sure which colours to get? Purchase an ITO Nui Sample Card to see your options. Sample cards are recommended for true colours. Specification Composition: 100 % Silk Yardage (Meter / Yards): 80 m / 87 yds
Aurifil’s 100% Cotton 80wt/2ply thread is one of the newest members of the Aurifil family. Introduced in 2016, it is available in 88 vibrant, luxurious colors showcased on beautiful cherry wooden spools. Such a thin thread is perfect for a variety of techniques, including English Paper Piecing, Hand Applique, Machine E
ITO Nui is a spun silk thread ideal for sewing, quilting and embroidery. This lovely thread be used for both hand work and machine work. The spun silk has a soft sheen. Two plies are twisted for optimal strength to a thickness of 2/60 NM (30 wt). The glossy, slightly pearly texture lends itself beautifully to surface designs like quilting, free motion embroidery, applique, top stitching or outlining. ITO Nui will give strong seams to sewing projects and is a sustainable alternative to polyester thread. We have brought in all 64 colors available. Tips: Ito recommends a spool stand or thread holder so that the yarn can wind vertically from the spool.For machine embroidery Ito recommends a 75/11 embroidery needle. Please test first to see if it works well with your specific machine.For machine sewing Ito recommends a 90/14 universal needle. Please test first to see if it works well with your specific machine.
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Free motion embroidery is one of those sewing techniques that, once you give it a go, will become a source of great inspiration (and just maybe a little bit addictive). Master the basics and …
Fine Spun Silk ITO Nui is a spun silk thread ideal for sewing, quilting and embroidery. It can be used for both hand stitching and machine work. The spun silk has a soft sheen. 2 plies are twisted for optimal strength to a thickness of 2/60 NM (30 wt). The glossy, slightly pearly texture lends itself beautifully to surface designs like quilting, free motion embroidery, applique, topstitching or outlining. ITO Nui will give strong seams to sewing projects and is a sustainable alternative to polyester thread. Available in 64 colours. Usage Tips We recommend a spool stand or thread holder so that the yarn can wind vertically from the spool. For machine embroidery, we recommend a 75/11 embroidery needle. Please test first, if it works well with your specific machine. For machine sewing, we recommend a 90/14 universal needle. Please test first, if it works well with your specific machine. Get a Sample Card Not sure which colours to get? Purchase an ITO Nui Sample Card to see your options. Sample cards are recommended for true colours. Specification Composition: 100 % Silk Yardage (Meter / Yards): 80 m / 87 yds
If you’re a hand embroiderer, a quilter, a textile artist, or a crafter, you’ve probably run into situations where you could add words, text, and lettering to your projects. Hand embroidery is an excellent way to personalize gifts, household objects, momentos, quilts, journal covers – just about anything! Writing with your needle and thread can ...
Some tips on how to get started with free motion embroidery
Aurifil 80wt Cotton Mako is the finest Aurifil thread and is perfect for hand sewing such as applique, and English Paper Piecing. It can also be used for Machine Embroidery, Machine Applique and Free Motion Quilting. Contrary to popular belief, it’s not just for hand work! There are so many other wonderful ways to use this strong, yet fine, thread. 274m wooden spool **Unless otherwise stated all fabric is sold in 1/2 yard increments. If you need a longer length, just order multiple units at checkout. e.g. If you want 2 yards just select "4" in the quantity box. Note: 1/2 yard = approximately 45.72 cms
Cottage Garden Wild Flowers in Liberty Pinks. Gift card & picture for framing. The card is created using appliqué & free motion machine embroidery. The flowers have been made from Liberty fabric scraps. The finished deign is sewn onto black textured card then put onto the Kraft card. The card is square and measures 14.5 x 14.5 cm. With the envelope it is 15.5 x 15.5 cm. This is perfect for any occasion and is left blank inside for your message. The design also works well as a picture and can be easily framed into a standard square frame
Learn how to do Trapunto embroidery and quilting
Aurifil’s 100% Cotton 80wt/2ply thread is one of the newest members of the Aurifil family. Introduced in 2016, it is available in 88 vibrant, luxurious colors showcased on beautiful cherry wooden spools. Such a thin thread is perfect for a variety of techniques, including English Paper Piecing, Hand Applique, Machine E
ITO Nui is a spun silk thread ideal for sewing, quilting and embroidery. This lovely thread be used for both hand work and machine work. The spun silk has a soft sheen. Two plies are twisted for optimal strength to a thickness of 2/60 NM (30 wt). The glossy, slightly pearly texture lends itself beautifully to surface designs like quilting, free motion embroidery, applique, top stitching or outlining. ITO Nui will give strong seams to sewing projects and is a sustainable alternative to polyester thread. We have brought in all 64 colors available. Tips: Ito recommends a spool stand or thread holder so that the yarn can wind vertically from the spool.For machine embroidery Ito recommends a 75/11 embroidery needle. Please test first to see if it works well with your specific machine.For machine sewing Ito recommends a 90/14 universal needle. Please test first to see if it works well with your specific machine.
Standard Free-Motion Foot This foot is especially designed for free motion embroidery, stippling, darning and monogramming. Skipped stitches are no longer a concern; as the needle moves up and down, so does the spring-loaded foot. This foot gives excellent fabric control (no flagging) while the stitches are being formed as well as the ability to move the project freely under the foot. Great for: •Echo quilting •Free-motion quilting •Quilting with free-motion stippling •Outline quilting •Sashiko quilting •Trapunto quilting •Broderie perse applique •Bobbinwork •Embroidery with free-hand stitching •Monogramming with free-hand stitching •Reverse embroidery with free-hand stitching •Making corded lace with free-hand stitching •Needlelace with free-hand stitching •Battenburg lace •Cutwork •Needleweaving •Free-motion shirring with elastic Fits the following models of Janome TB12, TB30, 100, JA104, JA105, JA106, 106, HF106, 107, HF107, 108, L108, 110, L110, MO200, 222A, 128, 200, 318, 320, 324, 344, L344, 352, L352, 353, L353, 360, 372, L372, 373, L373, 380, 381, 392, L392, 393, L393, 405, 415, 419S, 423S, 436, 444, 446, 500, 502, DX502, 509, 521, 525, 525S, 525LE, 530, 531, 532, 534, 535, 540, 541, 542, 543, 544, 545, 552, 556, 574, 592, 605, 608, 609, 609NH, 611, 618, 619, 620, 621, 622, 623, 624, 625, 625E, 625FA, 626, 628, 630, 631, 632, 639, 640, 641, 642, 650, S650, 651, 652, 653, 655, 659, 656, 656A, 656B, 657, 657A, 660, 661, 662, 663, 670, 670R, 672, 680, 681, 681D, 684, 692, 693, 710, 712, 712T, JP720, 750, S-750, JP760, 763, 772, FA772, 791, 791FA, 792, 793, 795FA, 802, 803, 808, 808A, 844, 900, 910, 920, 921, S-950, 980, 990, 1003, JS1003, 1004, JS1004, JF1004, 1008, JS1008, JS1008LE, 1012, JF1012, HF1012, 1014, JF1014, 1017, 1018, DC1018, JF1018, JF1018S, 1022, JF1022, DC1050, 1050, 1117S, 13512, 1406, 1408, 1410, 14412, 1502, JA1502, JA1504, 1506, JA1506, 1508, JA1508, 1510, JA1510, 1512, JA1512, 1518, JA1518, 1560, 1570, 1580, 1585, 15312, 15822, 1612, LR1612, 1616, LR1616, LR1618, 1622, LR1622, 1714, 1780, 1803, JD1803, 1804, 1806, JD1806, 1808, 1810, 1812, JD1812, 1814, JD1814, JD1816, 1818, JD1818, RX1818, 1822, JD1822, RX1822, 18750, 1504, 1618, 1722, JD1810, 1816, 1918, SR2000, 2003, 2003P, 2007, DC2007LE, 2008, HT2008, ASQ2009, 2010, DC2010, DC2013, 2014, NH2014, SD2014, 2015, S2015, DX2015, SS2015, 2018, 2018S, SW2018E, 2022, DX2022, SL2022, 2030, DX2030, 2030DC, 2039, 2039SN, 2040, 2041LX, 2041NX, 2041S, 2041SX, 2049LX, 2049NX, SR2100, 2118S, 2122, 2139S, 2139N, 2149SX, 2160, 2160DC, CE2200, 2200XT, 2206, 2212, 2222, 2250, QS2250, 2860, DC2007LE, DC2007LE, DC2010, DC2011, DC2012, DC2014, 2022, HF2022, 2041, DC2050, DC2160, HF3000, 3015, S-3015, MS-3015, DC3018, 3022, HF3022, 3023, ML3023, DC3050, 3123, HF3125, 3128, 3160, DC3160QDC, DC4030PR, DS3500, 4014, ME4014, 4018, ME4018, DC4030, 4045, 4045LX, 4045NX, HF4045LX, 4048, 4052LX, 4119, 4123, ME4123, 4120QC, 4612, 4623, 4623LE, DE5124, 4612TM, 4612LE, 4618, 4618LE, DC5100, DE5018, DE5024, HF5024, 6019, 6019QC, 6125, 6125QC, 6260, 6260QC, 7061NX, 7306, 7312, 7318, 7325, 3125, 2141S, 7360, 7330, HF8077, 8048, 8080, Jem Gold 2, 3, LXE, Jem Gold 639, 660, 661, Jem Silver 662, Jem Platinum 720, 760, Memory Craft 2400, 3000, 3500, 4000, 4400,4900QC, 4018, 4023, 4800, 4800QC, 5001, 5002, 5500, 6300, 6300P, 6000, 7000, 7500, 5200, MC3000, MC2400, MC3500, MC4000, MC4018, MC4023, MC4400, MC4800, MC4800QC, MC4900QC, MC5001, MC6500P, MC5002, MC5200, MC5500, MC6000, MC6300P, 6500P, MC7000, MC7500
Free motion embroidery, free motion sewing, or raw edge applique allows you to turn one your favourite pictures or sketches in a piece of fabric art. This technique provides you with full control over the picture - by dropping the feed dogs on your machine you guide your picture through your sewing machine to create the look you want. For your background fabric, choose something firmly woven such as calico, cotton or even linen.
Here is a super chance to be tutored and learn with textile artist and teacher Gary Mills, through this easy to follow video and illustrated instruction booklet, you will create this amazing 'Seascape' in a simple box frame. This fun tutored project is for anyone wishing to explore, improve and learn their applique and embroidery skills. Download includes a Vimeo password secured* video step by step tutorial, two well communicated pattern templates to support the clearly illustrated worksheet and written instructions. *Vimeo video link and pass word imbedded in the instruction manual. Finished size is 6" x 6" Skills: Techniques covered in this workshop are using masked off hand painted sections on canvas, applique strips of fabrics, free machine and hand embroidery to add details and then finished with bead embellishments. Level: Workshop would suit a beginner in free motion machine embroidery through to someone with experience. Note: This project can also be achieved with all hand stitches if you prefer. Description: A seascape of balmy summer days on the beach captured in textiles by experienced tutor Gary Mills. The outcome can easily be adapted towards your own future projects to personalise your own memories in nature and the countryside. Once completed, learn how to mount and frame your work in a simple box frame. Gary has also added in some found beach shells and sea glass which loosely tumble within the frame for an added playful finish. Printing: Instructions in PDF file and patterns Jpeg file. Please turn off boarders when printing.
Aurifil’s 100% Cotton 80wt/2ply thread is one of the newest members of the Aurifil family. Introduced in 2016, it is available in 88 vibrant, luxurious colors showcased on beautiful cherry wooden spools. Such a thin thread is perfect for a variety of techniques, including English Paper Piecing, Hand Applique, Machine E
Do you want to reduce your spending and make something environmentally friendly? In this post, I’ll show you how to make some easy zero waste handkerchiefs that will help you stop buying disposable paper tissues. It’s a quick, no-sew project (with a sewing option provided if you prefer to hem them).
