• Easy Breezy Tutorial – Satin Applique

    Tutorial Time… What is satin applique and how do you stitch it? Stitching satin appliques is really simple. The design files can vary by digitizer but I try to be consistent on ours. Occasionally I will move a detail to the beginning of a design but normally I place fabrics first. It allows me to move on to other fabric prep, hooping, running another machine, etc in that stretch of time I get for the rest of that design’s stitching. My instructions here are based on my experience with multi-needle machines and I’m using our Donut Number and Alpha for reference on this one. I’ve included a photo showing the…

  • New Designs & Trying Something New

    I have some cute birthday number sets for you and I’m trying something new on the listings… These Birthday Candles and Melting Birthday Candles have me smiling! They are great stitchers for any birthday party theme. Right now both sets have numbers 1-5 finished and ready to go for the full set pre-orders. The pre-orders are on sale while I finish up the numbers. Additional files should be ready early August and will be updated to any pre-order customers then. The NEW part… I’m trying out a multiple item listing which allows you to purchase the whole set or each number individually. Just use the drop down menu to make…

  • It’s Face Time…

    It’s Face Time! No, not that kind of face time… I’m talking about the open face designs in the shop. I’ve enjoyed working on the different little faces for a bit, and I’m sure I’ll be adding more in whenever I can… Actually, I know that I have a few on the design table that I haven’t had a chance to wrap up! Check these out and let us know what you think… Which face is your favorite? I really think mine is still the Floral Cowgirl Face, but it’s honestly so hard to choose. Plus, I know I have a few more animal variations in mind. What other faces…