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Machine Embroidery
Attention to Detail (or the lack thereof) – An Heirloom...
Though I've had many happy customers, only a few have been sincerely emotionally...
Erich talks Customer Follow-Up and Automation on the #p...
Hear Erich and Kate Plummer of PromoKitchen talk customer & order follow-up, the...
The first ‘Friday with Erich’ & Education Opportunities
For my inaugural weekly livestream, I discussed my thoughts on recent seminars I...
Friday with Erich ep. 2 – Business Software, Trendspott...
The second episode of Friday with Erich is up and online; this time we cover the...
The Takeup – Working out Machine Embroidery on my Weekl...
There’s nobody to blame but me for the lack of posts lately, but I’d like to bel...
Article: Happy Hooping – A Primer on Machine Embroidery...
My good friends from Images Magazine UK asked me to write a short piece on the i...
Throwback Post: Buck the Sickness – Tips for Working Un...
Circumstances and Priorities Change. How we change our behavior in relation to t...
Faux Embroidery for Print
If you’ve been watching the DTG, DTF, or sublimation spaces and wondered how mac...
Pricing Embroidery Digitizing: Three Theories
I’ve seen a recent increase in embroidery shops wanting to be more self-reliant....
From the Archive – On the Shoulders of Giants: Getting ...
The Original Post: (This post originally appeared on the Stitches Magazine Blog,...
Nominated for Best Industry Educator 2019 Reggie Award!
I am honored beyond belief to be nominated for Best Industry Educator in this ye...
YouTube Resources and more
Education is very important to me and I really do enjoy teaching people to use t...
Curved Neckline Embroidery
This is a recording from a class that I taught on how to create AND stitch a cur...
Pikes Peak or Bust Afterhours
This week we explore a bit of how to add arched text to a design and making use ...
Sketch Flowerpot Essentials Afterhours
As part of my Facebook Afterhours broadcast, I offered up this design as a free ...
SewBubbles Video on Demand Classes
Today marks my TWO year anniversary from doing the After-hours broadcast on my S...
Cute Spider Digitizing Challenge
As I was thinking about the upcoming fall holidays for 2021, I recall the last i...
Festive Bow Frame Design
This embroidery design came about after some social media discussions about some...
Patches – one of many ways stitch them
I had posted this information as a response to questions in the StitchArtist Dig...
Thread weight for machine embroidery designs
This month, I was asked to be a “guest contributor” for the Monday Morning Chat ...
Applique Design Patterns
3d Embroidery Digitizing – Applique Design Patterns – Appliqué is decorative emb...
Embroidery Logo Designs in California
Embroidery Designs – Hoop Embroidery – Embroidery Logo Designs in California – I...
Embroidery Punching Machine
EmbroideryDesigns – Embroidery Punching Machine – A sewing or embroidery machine...
Logo Stitch Machine
Embroidery Logo Design – Logo Stitch Machine – Logos are symbols that help us re...
Vector Logo Design
SVG Vector Format – Vector Logo Design – The terms “vector graphics” and “vector...
Embroidery Machine Maintenance Near Me
Embroidery Sewing Machine – Embroidery Machine Maintenance Near Me – Machine emb...
Embroidery Stitches for Beginners
Embroidery Vs Sewing – Embroidery Stitches for Beginners – Although the terms se...
Custom Embroidered Key Fob
Embroidery Artwork – Custom Embroidered Key Fob – Embroidery is a form to decora...
Get Logo Digitized for Embroidery in North America
Build your Own Logo – Get Logo Digitized for Embroidery in North America – Along...
How To Remove Stains From Cross Stitch Fabric
Cross stitch is craftwork that takes a lot of patience and hard work to complete...
How To Applique On Jersey
At times, you want to redesign your jersey or wish to give it a change. In this ...
How To Cross Stitch On Fabric Without Waste Canvas
Once you have a master in straight stitches, you will like to try out different ...
What Stitch To Use For Applique
Are you wondering how to add taste to your garment? Well, applique is a unique, ...
How Many Threads Do You Use for Embroidery Stitches
Do you love beautiful embroidering fabrics? Do you look at the threads you have ...
Needlepoint vs Cross Stitch – What’s The Difference?
Embroidery has become an integral part of decking up different fabrics. It is no...
How to Use an Embroidery Machine
Embroidery is a fun and exciting project that many people have been adopting. Th...
How To Make A Wood Embroidery Hoop
The art of crafting is as old as time itself, and just like everything else, it ...
How to Convert Images to Embroidery Files?
If you recently got yourself a digital embroidery machine and would like to pers...
How To Turn Acrylic Paint Into Fabric Paint Without Med...
Every artist has faced that moment of inspiration, brush in hand, only to realiz...
Wilcom Hatch: Free-Standing Monogram Key Fob
See how to create a no-sew key fob using Hatch and your digital cutter!. ...
In-the-Hoop Pencil Case
Lindee G shows how to make the in-the-hoop pencil case in this step-by-step p...
ITH Monogrammed Lip Balm Holder
Lindee G shows you how to make an in-the-hoop snap tab lip balm holder. T...
Wilcom Hatch: Why Won’t My Designs Open in Hatch?
Clicking a design file doesn’t open in Hatch? See how to open native and stit...
Wilcom Hatch: How to Extract Design Elements from a Sti...
You can’t “ungroup” a stitch file in Hatch but you can use Hatch tools to mak...
How to Stitch ITH Mini Stockings in Your Embroidery Mac...
Elegant or cute and whimsical, the choice is yours! These in-the-hoop mini sto...
What’s Included in the 2018 Black Friday Design Bundle
Use this coupon code BlackFri2021 to save 70% on your cart when you have $20 or ...
How to Clean an Embroidery Hoop
Gummy hoops collect dust, fuzz, and other crud that can transfer to your project...
How to Embroider a Sun Hat
Embroidering a ball cap can be tricky on home machine but the brim of a sun hat ...
Quick & Easy Monogrammed Towels
When I got my first embroidery machine back in 1994, one of my early Christmas g...
Framing your Embroidery Projects
Once you have completed your projects, what better way to really appreciate your...
Machine Embroidery Terms Glossary
Bookmark this blog for all the major embroidery terms you need to know! When yo...
Mug Rug Inspirations & Sweet Pea Freebies
We just love our mug rug designs! Not only are they fun to make, they're excepti...
Hoop Sizes and Embroidery (Stitching) Field
Ever wondered why your machine embroidery hoop sizes are different to the ac...
How to stop breaking thread?
Threadaches are something to be avoided at all costs when trying to enjoy a ...
Succulent & Cacti Table Runner Design
Succulents and Cacti have always been a favourite among plants, they are har...
Raw Edge Feather Placemat Design
Similar to traditional appliqué, Raw Edge Appliqué is a technique which invo...
Make Your Own Hanging Mobile In The Hoop
A mobile is a type of moving sculpture constructed to take advantage of grav...
Christmas Star Table Runner design
It’s never too early or too late to get projects made for Christmas. There i...
Organising Thread for Big Embroidery Projects – Project...
Machine embroidery is making use of a sewing machine or specialty embroidery...
Hearts & Swirls Table Runner Design
Our Hearts and Swirls Table runner is an enchanting design released in Janua...
Pressing Tips When Using PU Leather in Machine Embroidery
PRESSING UN-PRESSABLE FABRIC Helpful when doing Flip and Fold techniques Some fa...
Appliqué, Embroider, Embellish it!
Putting a personal touch into your wardrobe is fun and puts a little more person...
How to Insert a Zipper Into a Bag
I have been asked a lot lately on how we insert zippers into our bags. We have f...
Using Stabiliser in the Hoop - Tips to Stop Designs Puc...
When tackling a new machine embroidery project it is always important to have th...
File Sorting - How to quickly separate and sort embroid...
How to Use Windows Search to Find Your Files Faster Separating a specific embroi...
Windows File Associations
In Windows, file associations determine which applications open specific types o...
How to Use Printable Fabric in Frames
Learn how to incorporate photos into your embroidery with printable fabric in th...
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8 Machine Embroidery Beginner Must Haves [Infographic]
New to machine embroidery? Check out our list of must have supplies to get you s...
How to Use Scrap Thread and Fabric
It’s not uncommon to end up with lots of fabric scraps and bits of thread when m...
Customer Showcase: Cassie and Jack Hangers
Our Cassie and Jack have spurned lots of creativity from our Sweet Pea family, a...
Christmas in July: Embroidered Snow Globe Ornaments
To celebrate a little Christmas in July, we are throwing it back to our Snow Glo...
Customer Showcase: Jacket Embroidery
A great thing about our embroidery is how versatile it can be. One thing we love...
How to Understitch Lining in Embroidery and Sewing Proj...
Understitching keeps all the seams together, in the same direction, held by stit...
How to Get into Machine Embroidery on a Budget
Machine embroidery is an amazing hobby but it can be expensive to get started! H...
2023 Christmas Gift Ideas Using In the Hoop Machine Emb...
What better way to spread joy than share the gift of handmade gifts using an emb...
Everything You Need for Your Halloween House!
Before October creeps up, this is the perfect time to make some Halloween projec...
Master Hoodie Embroidery Like a Pro with This Ultimate ...
Want to learn how to embroider a hoodie to achieve professional results? We've g...
Ready to Master Nodes in Embroidery for Better Results?
Nodes are the unsung heroes of digitizing, the building blocks that shape every ...
Free Breast Cancer Awareness Embroidery Design
People often link October to fall, pumpkins, and Halloween. But did you know it ...
Step-by-Step Guide on Embroidering a Stunning Canvas To...
Ready to transform your everyday tote from blah to breathtaking? Add some embroi...
10 Easy Steps to Machine Embroider Your Own Apron
Want to add a personal touch to your kitchen or gift someone something unique? L...
Step-by-Step Halloween Ghost Feltie Design Doodler Tuto...
Are you looking for a fun and easy Halloween craft perfect for all ages? This g...
How to Master Embroidering Bucket Hats as a Newbie
Want to turn a simple bucket hat into a trendy, personalized accessory with your...
Halloween BOO Applique Design DoodleTutorial
Ready to spook up your Halloween shirts, decor, and more? In this tutorial, we’r...
Personalize Your Table with Embroidered Napkin Holders
Ready to take your Thanksgiving decor up a notch? These embroidered napkin holde...
10 Easy Tips for Making Embroidery Patches as a Beginner
Have you ever wanted to create your own custom embroidery patches? In this blog...
Pulse Embroidery Software Unleashed
Imagine being able to turn your digital art or ideas into actual thread designs ...
How to Digitize for Puffy Foam Embroidery
Introduction: Let’s Get Puffy! Hey there, embroidery fans! Have you ever seen th...
Order Embroidered Patches Tailored to Your Needs
Introduction: Why Patches? Looking to add a unique touch to your gear? Or maybe ...
Custom Pet Embroidery for Pet Parents
Do you love your pet so much that you want to carry a piece of them with you eve...
Things You Need to Know to Order Custom Patches Online
So, you are interested in ordering custom patches – awesome choice! Patches are ...
EMB File for Embroidery
Embroidery is a beautiful blend of art and technology. Think about it: every int...
Personalized Touch Embroidery Magic
Embroidery is more than just stitching threads into fabric—it’s a magical way to...
How to Work with Gold Embroidery Threads on Machines
Gold embroidery threads are a favorite for adding a touch of elegance and grande...
How to Use Metallic Threads in Machine Embroidery
Do you love adding a touch of shimmer and shine to your embroidery projects? Met...
Ricoma Chroma vs. Wilcom & Ink/Stitch
Are you ready to bring your embroidery designs to life but can’t decide which so...