Previously I stated that it was impossible to use a multi position hoop to create appliqués. The more time I spend working with my embroidery machine the more I realize the only limitations seem to be solely based in my mind. Why not try something first rather than shutting it down?
Continue reading ➞ Multi-Position Hoop Appliqué file in Embrilliance Software.
Now that it has been about three months since we purchased our couch, it is time to let you all know what it is really like to own an Anabei. At the start of our search for the “perfect” sofa we had one main requirement that was making it seem almost impossible to attain, seventy inches and under width wise. Ideally washable so that we do not have to fear using the couch. Life happens no matter if you eat snacks on it or not. Plus having a lil pup we wanted him to enjoy it too, he loves a cushy ottoman.
Continue reading ➞ Anabei Washable Modular Sofa Review | is it worth the hype?
Creating a larger than hoop project can be frustrating and seem almost impossible at times. I am still using a 4×4 hoop but I’ve learned a few tricks along the way. For those who are not ready to invest in embroidery software, there is still a way to create the same results. I will however, admit that the investment in the software is worth every penny since it saves time and prevents frustrations.
The free software is called Embrilliance Express. The software I am using in the video may look a little different since I have paid for Embrilliance Essentials, but the functions I use in the tutorial are all available in the free version. First, in order to split the word you are embroidering, you will need to split it into multiple files. Part one should have the majority of the letters. Try to use only a couple of letters for part two to allow the machine more room to line up with the first section.
Continue reading ➞ Line Up Split Embroidery using Free Software
After a little over a year of using this guy I am sharing with you all my thoughts on the Judy sewing cabinet by Arrow Sewing Company. This has been used in a lot of my embroidery tutorials but is it worth it? First, I want to say that this guy is not cheap, material wise or price. The model that I have retails for $799.99 on the brands website but on Amazon it is $385. Mine was from Amazon as it was purchased from my wedding registry by a dear friend of ours.
Continue reading ➞ Sewing Cabinet Review: Judy by the Arrow Sewing Company
With the news of Joann possibly going out of business it is time to reach beyond mass craft stores and seek other options. Although the idea of Joann being gone forever is absolutely heartbreaking, it may actually happen. To be honest Michaels is not the best substitute, especially when it comes to yarn. I love touching yarn prior to purchasing to see what textures will best work for each project but it is becoming a thing of the past.
Continue reading ➞ Mary Maxim Yarn Unboxing Haul |Parfait Premier First Impressions
Kids are known for forgetting to give parents school flyers/ reminders so here is a diy for teachers who want the information to actually get to parents. These bracelets are not only fun colors but also customizable with a printer. Similar to a festival, concert or fair wristband, they are easy to put on and require being cut off. For this specific project, I customized the bracelets for my husband’s school for a back to school night reminder. The kids were ecstatic to get their bracelet put on because it was something new and different thus creating more of a hype to share when they got home. This project could be used for field trip groups, various events and even birthday parties. You can put anything on them! Printing is the only tricky part but if you pay close attention to the tutorial it is a piece of cake. I ruined about four sheets from simply not changing the paper size which was annoying. Remember to be patient with yourself!
While posting videos about my embroidery machine a couple of people have asked how to fix the self thread feature. At the time I did not know how to help as I had never experienced an issue with the self threader on my embroidery machine. Fast forward a couple of months, now the self threader on my machine stopped working. Sometimes it would work and sometimes it wouldn’t. Once the self threader stopped working consistently, I decided to try to diagnose what was wrong.
Continue reading ➞ How to: Fix Self Threader on Embroidery Machine
One question I often get asked is how to change the hoop size in Embrilliance. There are a few videos where I have explained how to do this but I wanted to dedicate a video solely to hoop sizes for people to reference. Whether you want to change your hoop to a smaller one or you’re trying to find the multi-hoop function, this video is for you. I have absolutely fallen in love with multi-hoops since it cuts down the amount of re-hooping and eliminates the stress of lining up a design.
Continue reading ➞ How to Change the Hoop Size in Embrilliance
Switching up things a little because I have recently fallen into the world of card games. Loracana is my very first one and it has been almost a month and a half since my husband and I started playing. I love Disney and watching these types of unboxing mystery pack videos, so with the new expansion out, I thought I would make one of my own. This is set number four, Usala’s Return, which we preordered at our favorite game store, as items from the set are selling out fast. Items from this set are already selling for twice as much as they retail, if not more. On ebay the Illuminaires Quest game was selling for $7,000 which is insane! With a stroke of pure luck we were able to secure one, however, with their current market value I am having mixed feelings about opening it. Currently it is on pre order until the set comes out to major retailers on the 31st of May, which is where we ended up finding one.
Continue reading ➞ Lorcana Unboxing Ursala’s Return & First Chapter
For those who do not know I am obsessed with sharks. No, I’m not crazy enough to want to swim along side them, I just believe they are magnificent creatures. When I first came across this beautiful shark quilt I was instantly in love. After about six months it started to develop a pills all over it, making it look overused, cheap and trashy. At this point many people said it was time to throw it away and get something new.
Since this was one of those random finds at a Home Good it wasn’t like I could just pick up another one. That’s if I overlooked the fact that it pilled within less than a year of use too. I figured well why not try out a pill shaver. Prior to this I’d heard mixed reviews on shavers. Either they are too aggressive and ruin the fabric, not aggressive enough doing nothing or are a miracle worker. I’ve tried the pilling files which are okay for small hot spots on sweaters and such but not for an entire quilt.
Continue reading ➞ Conair Fabric Shaver Review | Does it Work?
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