Living in a bustling Southern city offers the incredible advantage of countless craft events right around the corner. I, Luna, simply adore quilting exhibitions, sewing workshops, and embroidery festivals. When these events are in town, I team up with my mom and my grandmother, who’s an inspiring 90-year-old, and we dive into a full day … Read more
Hey there! I’m Luna, your friendly fashion designer. Sewing and designing are my passions, and I absolutely love creating from scratch. Today, I’m here to unravel the mystery of embroidery file formats for all you budding sewers out there. Let’s stitch this knowledge together! 1. Optimal File Types for Logo Embroidery & Digitizing When it … Read more
Hey there, fellow sewing enthusiasts! It’s Luna here, your friendly neighborhood fashion designer! If you’re diving into the world of ripstop nylon fabric, then you’ve landed at the right place. I understand it can be tricky, especially for those just starting out. Not to worry! Today, I’ll be sharing my top tips for sewing this … Read more
Did you know? While I might be a tad nervous around lasers due to my previous experience as an eye doctor, I can’t resist their precision when it comes to sewing and embroidery. In fact, my beloved Brother Luminaire embroidery machine boasts laser features that guarantee pinpoint accuracy when stitching quilts and centering embroidery designs. … Read more
Hello there, fellow stitch enthusiasts! My workshop lately is buzzing with the hum of my trusty embroidery machine as I dive into the world of in-the-hoop (ITH) projects and quilt with zest. It’s a delightful realm where fabric meets imagination, and I’m thrilled to guide you through it. Embroidery Adventures with Quilting Blocks Quilting is … Read more
Hello Sewing Enthusiasts! It’s Luna Here! ✂️ Ever wondered how to give your sewing projects a professional finish? The answer lies in pressing! My mom would often tell me, “No time to press? No time to sew.” Admittedly, in my early sewing days, I didn’t always heed this advice. But over time, I’ve come to … Read more
Hello Fellow Sewing Enthusiasts! It’s Luna here. My journey with my embroidery machine was full of surprises – I discovered it could not only handle in-the-hoop designs and free-standing lace, but also help me quilt! From piecing blocks to adding finishing stitches, the possibilities seemed endless. Edge-to-edge quilting became my go-to technique, simplifying the quilting … Read more
Did you know that despite the price hike at Dollar Tree, with items now costing $1.25 and the introduction of $3 and $5 sections, their craft supply aisle is still flourishing? I ventured to our neighborhood Dollar Tree recently and was excited to spot some fabulous sewing goodies! 1. Fabric Strip Packs Ever heard of … Read more
Turn a Dress Shirt into a Trendy Drawstring Backpack Ever thought about giving an old men’s dress shirt a second life? Let’s transform it into a stylish DIY drawstring backpack! This makeover is not only quick, taking just about 30 minutes, but also simple enough for sewing newbies to tackle. Why Upcycle Old Dress Shirts? … Read more
As a passionate fashion designer, I’ve spent countless hours with my Brother 1034D and 1034DX sergers, crafting pieces with impeccable seams. My journey with two sergers, each laden with either white or black thread, was not without its challenges. Thread changes turned from a chore to a near impossibility due to my struggles with a … Read more