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Any day that I get to make a zipper pouch is a great day, so I'm very excited to share this fun project using some very handy tools! This post is sponsored by Clover, who provided the tools featured in this tutorial, and also contains affiliate links. This is a fantastic project for orphan quilt blocks or improvisational patchwork. I love using metal zippers on these pouches since they have larger holes on the pulls—perfect for adding tassels! To make these pouches I used Clover's large Tassel Maker and the Ultimate Quilt 'n Stitch Presser Foot, which lets you quilt lines from 3/8" to 3" apart. This presser foot made the quilting go so quickly! It was designed for low shank machines (see this post for information about the foot, and see this post to help determine if you have a low or high shank) so be sure to check to make sure that it will fit your machine. The tassel maker, in addition to coming in super cute colors, is very easy to use; it only takes a couple of minutes to make each tassel! Let's make some pouches! Quilted Tassel Pouch Tutorial Finished pouch measures 8" x 5-1/2" Materials (2) Patchwork panels a little larger than 9" x 6" (2) Quilting cotton lining pieces* 9" x 5-3/4" (2) Batting rectangles, slightly larger than the patchwork panels (I used needle punched cotton batting) Thread (1) 8" metal zipper with donut pull (like these; measure the actual zipper part only, do not include the fabric on the ends) (1) Skein DMC Pearl Cotton embroidery thread; or one skein of each color that you will use *Note: the lining is intentionally shorter than the outer panels so it will nest more neatly in the pouch! Tools Sewing machine and standard sewing/quilting supplies Zipper foot Erasable fabric pen Ultimate Quilt 'n Stitch Presser Foot Water soluble fabric glue pen Large Tassel Maker Pouch Instructions 1. Center a patchwork panel on top of the batting, right side up, and press. Mark a 45 degree line with a fabric pen. Sew on the first line, then continue quilting lines 5/8" apart to cover the panel. Mark a 45 degree line in the opposite direction and continue quilting lines 5/8" apart. Repeat for the other panel. Trim the panels to 9" W x 6" H. 2. Press back the ends of the zipper as shown and sew in place, very close to the edge. 3. Place the front of the pouch right side up. Center the zipper on top of the panel, zipper pull facing down and closing to the left side. Line up the top edges and use fabric glue to affix the top edge of the zipper to the panel. Press with a warm iron until the glue is dry. 4. Place a lining piece on top of the zipper, right side down. Align the top and side edges with the panel and clip in place. 5. Using a zipper foot, sew across the top edge with a 1/4" seam allowance. Then fold the exterior panel and lining away from the zipper and press. 6. Place the second patchwork panel right side up. Place the first panel on top, right sides together and zipper at the top. Align the sides of the panels and use fabric glue to affix the zipper as you did in step 3. Place the other lining piece right side down and clip everything together along the top edge. Sew along this edge with a 1/4" seam allowance, then press the lining and panel away from the zipper. 7. Topstitch both sides of the zipper. Sew through both the outer panel and lining fabrics. Keep the lining smooth by gently pulling it away from the zipper while you sew. 8. Open the zipper 2/3 of the way. Fold the pouch in half, outer sides together, lining facing outward. Match the top of the panels next to the zipper so the fabric is even and tack together next to the edge. Repeat on other side of the zipper. 9.Match the exterior pieces right sides together and the lining pieces right sides together, and pin. IMPORTANT: Place the zipper on the lining side! 10. Triple stitch (also known as a stretch stitch) around the pouch with a 1/4" seam allowance, leaving a 3-1/2” section on one side of the lining open. I used the zipper foot when sewing next to the zipper, and a regular foot for the rest of the way around the pouch. Make sure there is some space between the seam and the closed end of the zipper so it will turn neatly. Clip the corners of the lining and the pouch exterior. 11. Turn the pouch right side out through the opening and use a chopstick or turning tool to gently push the corners out. Press the lining opening edges inward, then sew the lining closed. 12. Put the lining back into the pouch and press. Tassel Instructions Before wrapping the tassel, cut the following three pieces: (1) 10" length of twine for hanger (I used homemade twine) (1) 10" length of matching pearl cotton thread for tying the center of the tassel (1) 20" length of contrasting pearl cotton thread for wrapping the tassel head 1. Secure one end of the pearl cotton under the notch on the side of the large tassel maker (I used the smallest setting), then wrap the thread around the center of the bars 35 times (a little less than half the skein). Secure the end of the thread under the notch on the other side and trim. 2. Fold the hanger twine in half and the ends into a secure knot about 1-1/2" from the bend, Then trim the ends fairly short. Insert the knot all the way through the center of the wrapped thread, with the knot slightly more than 1/2 of the way down from the top bar. 3. Tie a tight and secure knot around the center of the wrapped thread with the 10" piece of matching thread, ABOVE the knot in your hanger, placing the knot on the underside, next to the hanger knot. 4. Trim the wrapped thread along the top and bottom of the tassel maker with sharp shears. Allow the strands to drape around the hanger. 5. Make a loop with your 20" length of contrasting thread, then tightly wrap the head of the tassel (I wrapped it about 8-9 times), insert the end through the loop, and pull both ends until the loop disappears under the wrapping and feels firmly in place. Trim the ends of the wrapped thread. 6. Trim the ends of the tassel with sharp shears so the strands are even. 7. Place the tassel hanger through the hole in the zipper pull, then thread the tassel through the loop. I hope you have fun stitching up your own quilted tassel pouches, please let me know if you have any questions below! Happy Stitching, Kim

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***If you spend $20 or more in our shop, you will receive $5 off your total purchase. In order to receive this discount you must enter the code SPENDTWENTY at checkout.*** This is a downloadable digital design that is to be used in an embroidery sewing machine - This is NOT a finished item that will be mailed to you. As soon as we receive payment, you will receive a confirmation email from Etsy with information on how to download the design. You will receive the design in a zipped folder in the following formats: ART, BRO, DST, EXP, HUS, JEF, PES, VIP and XXX - you will receive all nine formats. You will receive the Happy Face Toy design in 4x4, 5x7 and 6x10. The actual sizes are below: LARGE DESIGN - 3872 stitches – 6.01” wide x 5.75” tall MED. DESIGN - 3042 stitches – 4.94” wide x 4.73” tall SMALL DESIGN – 2340 stitches – 3.73” wide x 3.57” tall Sample happy face toys are made from fleece. You can also use cotton fabric and felt. The happy face toys are perfect for little hands to hold. Clear step-by-step instructions with photos to attach the ribbon loops and make the stuffed toys are included on the Color Chart. The stuffed toys with the ribbons are stitched in the hoop, leaving an opening on the side. Then they are turned right side out, stuffed with polyester fiberfill and the opening is hand sewn using a whip stitch. They work up very quickly! Make all three sizes to create a set for playtime! WARNING: Babies and small children should be watched carefully with toys. The Happy Face Toy is an original design created by Digitized Creations. Please do not sell, share or trade the digitized design. You may sell finished projects using our designs in limited quantities – no mass production is allowed. For more information, please see our shop policies! Please be sure that you have the proper software and hardware necessary to get the design on to your embroidery machine and stitched out. You need to unzip the files prior to being opened in your software. There are no refunds on digital files. If you have a problem with the design, please let us know and we will try to help.

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Quilt with an Embroidery Machine in 8 Easy Lessons by Eileen Roche Quilt with the precision of an embroidery machine! Nothing compares to the precise and uniform stitches you can get from an embroidery machine. And now you can have that same quality of stitch when you quilt your quilts. In Quilt with an Embroidery Machine in 8 Easy Lessons, machine embroidery expert Eileen Roche walks you through the steps to making great quilts with your embroidery machine. Learn Eileen's patented technique for quilting and appliqueing as you go, then learn how to add custom quilting and allover quilting to your quilts and how to finish them beautifully. In addition to the eight lessons, you'll learn to create six projects including fun and easy table runners, a patriotic pillow, and a child’s play mat. Plus this book includes all the machine embroidery files you need to create the projects. And Eileen shares her personal tips for getting the quilts done and done fast. Gather your supplies, prepare your quilt tops, and then get quilting with your embroidery machine! This is an ebook - you will receive a download link after purchase.  Embroidery formats include: ART, C2S, DST, EXP, HUS, JEF, PES, VIP, VP3 Embroidery design sizes: Minimum hoop size : 6" × 10" 20 unique designs 9 designs in multiple sizes/versions 35 total designs Requirements: Embroidery software and hardware to transfer design files to an embroidery machine.

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Enjoy effortless, precise cutting on a range of materials, including the lightest sheer fabrics, difficult stretch knits and other challenging fabrics like denim and canvas. Even against leather, these superb tailoring scissors are unbeatable. Featuring high-quality, durable plastic handles and finished with a six-step polishing process, these scissors offer comfort and usability that belies their low price. With accurate and precise cutting capabilities and the power to cut layers of fabric at once, your cutting will be even more efficient! High-quality stainless steel Comfortable handle 8" blades

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Wedding Ring can be used with Cricut, Silhouette Cameo, Brother as well as other cutting machines and applications that can read formats included in the listing. Also, these files can be used for printing and plotting. This listing is for an INSTANT DOWNLOAD. You will get files immediately after payment confirmation. You can download your purchased files at ANY TIME on Etsy by instructions - https://www.etsy.com/help/article/3949 After purchasing you will get 1 ZIP-file with image files that you see on the preview in the following formats: - SVG - DXF - PNG - EPS - PDF - JPG You will get the files without watermarks Please, read carefully the information below: RETURN AND EXCHANGE Due to the digital nature of this product, I DO NOT offer refunds or exchanges once purchased. However, if you have any questions or problems with files, please contact me. TERMS OF USE YOU MAY: - use purchased Items for your personal, non-commercial final products. The files can be used for many purposes such as but not limited to: • scrapbooking • card making • paper crafts • invitations • photo cards • vinyl decals • stencil templates • t-shirt designs - You can share photos of your final product without including links to CraftAndCutFactory20 Etsy shop. Also, you can use preview images or screenshots of CraftAndCutFactory20 designs without any changes for your site, blog, YouTube channel or social media, such as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc. In this case, it is required to include a link back to CraftAndCutFactory20 Etsy shop ( https://www.etsy.com/shop/CraftAndCutFactory20 ) or link on the same page with the listing. - use any purchased Items for commercial physical end products, such as a coffee mug, t-shirt, cards, etc. (300 copies or less) - use any purchased Items for commercial digital end products (300 copies or less). Your final design must be altered or personalized in some way (combining multiple images, adding text or simple solid background is not enough. Also, you cannot only change colors, rotate, delete part of the design, mirror, etc). The final product must also be in raster file format (JPEG, PNG) !!! If you would like to use an Item for high volume production (more than 300 copies), please contact me for more info about extended commercial use. YOU MAY NOT: - transfer, resell sub-license, rent, donate or otherwise transfer the purchased Items or any part of it to third parties itself - pass the purchased Items or any part of it off as your own - upload and sell the purchased Items or any part of it on “print on demand” sites such as Zazzle, CafePress, RedBubble or other similar sites - the purchased Items may not be digitized and re-sold as embroidery files - the purchased Items, any part of it or any end products cannot be registered as a trademark, logo, or other indication of origin in any territory If you have any questions, please contact me. I will be happy to help! Thank you! CraftAndCutFactory20

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Elevate your beverage accessories with our unsewn flat can/water bottle coolers, designed for easy embroidery and decoration. These coolers are perfect for personalizing and showcasing your creativity. Once you've embellished your cooler, simply zigzag stitch the sides together for a custom, professional look. Each cooler fits a 12-16 oz bottle or can and offers an embroiderable area of approximately 4" x 4". Made from 1/8" high-density open cell foam, these coolers provide excellent insulation and durability. Proudly made in the USA. Key Features: Customizable Surface: Ideal for embroidery, sublimation, screen printing, inkjet printing with fabric printers, and heat press transfers. Perfect Fit: Designed to fit 12-16 oz bottles or cans, ensuring versatility for various beverage types. Ample Embroidery Area: With a 4" x 4" embroiderable area, there's plenty of space for your designs. High-Quality Material: Constructed from 1/8" high-density open cell foam, offering superior insulation and durability. Easy Assembly: After decoration, simply zigzag stitch the sides to complete your custom cooler. Enhance your drinkware collection with these versatile, customizable coolers, perfect for gifts, promotional items, or personal use. How To Embroider Coolers

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Your machine embroidery thread is now your sewing thread too! Sweet Pea Essentials Incredi-thread™ 40 Wt. is a high calibre, high-strength polyester 2-Ply multifilament thread that is lustrous, dazzling and colourfast. It is perfect for appliqué and embroidery on clothing or garments that you will wash frequently. Our Incredi-thread™ is not just a wonderful thread for sewing it is a combination Sewing Machine Embroidery Machine thread. These delightful threads can be purchased in the 1000M(1100YRD) 6 pack and live up to our Famous Sweet Pea finest quality and tick of approval. We sincerely believe that Incredi-thread is the best thread available in the market and we are sure you will love it too. Incredi-thread™ is produced by using materials certified according to STANDARD 100 by OEK-TEX • Conveniently packaged thread colours that work together in perfectharmony• Clever Snap spools for thread end storage• Exceptional machine embroidery performance• Not just embroidery thread. This thread is a great choice for high stressapplications including sewing seams on clothing, quilts and bags.• Suitable for buttonholes and for sewing rolled hems with a serger• 100% high-strength polyester with unrivaled tensile strength but still hasrayon like softness• 40 weight 2-ply multifilament yarn• Beautiful luster and sheen• Excellent colour fastness• Low shrinkage• Polyester thread is recommended for items that will go through manywashes• Recommended needle size: 75/11