Structured Hat vs Single Needle Embroidery Machine
Most embroidery on curved/shaped hats are created with a multi-needle machine. These are machines where the hat is able to be worked…
How to | Combine Layers or Colors in Embrilliance Embroidery Software
When using an embroidery file one thing among many I look for is how many times I have to change my thread.…
How to Move Files to an Embroidery Machine
Most embroidery machines have a USB port to be able to access files from outside of the base designs. There is no…
Line Up Split Embroidery using Free Software
Creating a larger than hoop project can be frustrating and seem almost impossible at times. I am still using a 4×4 hoop…
Sewing Cabinet Review: Judy by the Arrow Sewing Company
After a little over a year of using this guy I am sharing with you all my thoughts on the Judy sewing…
How to: Fix Self Threader on Embroidery Machine
While posting videos about my embroidery machine a couple of people have asked how to fix the self thread feature. At the…
How to Change the Hoop Size in Embrilliance
One question I often get asked is how to change the hoop size in Embrilliance. There are a few videos where I…
Picture Embroidery | Multi-Position Hooping
While it is possible to do multi-position hooping manually with free software, when it comes to picture files it is not. Being…
Enlarge your Embroidery Machine Field | Multi-Position Hooping
Feeling like you’ve picked the wrong embroidery machine and contemplating purchasing a new one? Before paying out hundreds of dollars if not…
Larger than Hoop Embroidery | Multi- Hooping Free
While it may seem like you need a larger hoop to accomplish certain creative projects try this multi hooping hack first. This…
How to Change a Bobbin Mid-Project | Brother PE 550d
Since an embroidery machine uses hundreds to thousands of stitches per project it is only a matter of time before you experience…
Bulk Embroidery Tips & Tricks | Brother PE550d
When I first purchased my machine I always hoped to one day fulfill orders, never did I think of doing bulk orders…
Water Soluble Embroidery | No Fabric Needed
When it comes to embroidery it is assumed that fabric is involved. The mere definition of embroidery is to embellish a cloth.…
Keep Thread from Unraveling | Embroidery Tips
Pulling out a spool of embroidery thread that is not sufficiently stored can create a jumbled up mess. Although there are spools…
My First Time | Machine Embroidery Patches
When looking at machines one of the things I expected to learn how to sell was patches. That was of course before…
Embroidery Machine Bobbin Tension | PE550D
Yet another thing I wish I knew prior to starting embroidery is that ability to adjust the machine’s tension. Embroidery machines have…
Beginner Machine Embroidery Tutorials & Tips
A little over a year ago I unboxed my first embroidery machine and have been sharing my frustrations ever since. Don’t get…
Embroidery Applique Tips
While I have created an appliqué post before of my first time creating one I thought it was time to share what…
Etsy Shop Revamp | Behind the Scenes
Although I have not officially classified launches for Custom Little Beasties when the shop first opened this is the first revamp of…
Free Embroidery Software + Free Fonts
Learning how to use an embroidery machine is tricky enough so, let’s discuss some basics to make it easier to design with…
Embroidery Fonts Tips & Tricks
Learning how to use an embroidery machine is not easy. It takes a lot of experimentation especially to go beyond the basics…
Digital Embroidery Files | Tips & Tricks
Although I would not say I am anywhere close to being an expert at embroidery, looking back I have learned A LOT.…
My First Time | Minky Fabric
Texture is one of the first things that can make or break a design. The weight and stretch ability can create a…
Fabric Haul: Scraps and ALL
The candy store otherwise known as the fabric store is my kryptonite. I love looking up and down the aisles for unique…
How to: Create a Larger than Hoop Embroidery Project
How to: Create a Larger than Hoop Embroidery Project When I first started exploring machine embroidery it wasn’t until my first couple…
My First Time: Appliqué Edition Brother PE550d
Back with another requested video on how to create an appliqué on the Brother PE550d machine. For this tutorial I did not…
How to: Wind an Embroidery Bobbin Brother PE550d
This tutorial was requested awhile ago however I have been procrastinating making it. In the tutorial you will see the raw footage…
Thread Wars: Sulky vs New Brothread
Starting a new hobby always adds up fast and embroidery is definitely not an exception which is why when I first ordered…
Fix Bobbin Errors on Brother PE550d
Throughout my embroidery journey there has been many struggles, some I have shared others I have not, simply due to if I…
Embroidery Files 101
Prior to purchasing an embroidery machine for the first time I had little knowledge as to how it worked including the file…
Brother PE550D Embroidery Machine Tutorial
Interested or recently purchased the Brother PE550D embroidery machine? After purchasing the machine I did as most people do, went to Youtube…
Unboxing Brother PE550D + New Brothread
This one has been a long time coming and I could not be more excited to share this new journey with you…
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