How to Embroider Ribbon Hair Bows with a Machine

Hey there! The academic year is back, and I’ve taken to crafting personalized ribbon hair bows with sweet monograms for my little one. Even though I’m passionate about crafting, creating bows from scratch isn’t my specialty. Instead, I adore enhancing ready-made ribbon bows with beautiful embroidery. After a bit of tinkering, I’ve mastered the art … Read more

How to Embroider on Minky Fabric With a Machine

Embroidering on Minky Fabric: Luna’s Step-by-Step Guide Do you adore the plush sensation of minky? I sure do! There’s something incredibly delightful about crafting baby items, like toys and blankets, from this cozy material. Plus, adding a personal touch with my embroidery machine makes it even more special. Today, let’s delve into the art of … Read more

Embroidery on Burlap Tutorial + How to Embroider a Flag

Machine Embroidery on Burlap: Creating Stunning Flags! Embroidered burlap flags have become a popular décor trend, prompting me to craft one for my living space. While I’ve worked with burlap embroidery for festive coasters, it was intriguing to explore larger fabric pieces. After some experimentation, I mastered my burlap embroidery and fashioned an exquisite burlap … Read more

How to Embroider Shoes with Your Embroidery Machine

The journey of embroidering shoes is quite the adventure. It’s not always easy, especially when trying to flatten the tongue or when you face the occasional hiccup like a snapped needle or an uncooperative embroidery machine. But oh, the satisfaction of seeing that final masterpiece? Priceless! My current project was fueled by my fascination for … Read more

How to Embroider Socks on a Machine – Sock Hoop Tutorial

Confession time: Sometimes I can’t help but splurge on unique craft items that catch my eye online. Case in point: the sock hoop. Who knew you could embroider socks with such ease? Until discovering this, socks were a no-go for me due to the challenges they posed for my single-needle embroidery machine. But no more! … Read more

How to Embroider a Sweatshirt or Hoodie With A Machine

Embroidering Sweatshirts: A Fun DIY Project! Hey there, fellow sewing enthusiasts! It’s Luna here, and today I’m so excited to share with you one of my absolute favorite sewing projects: making personalized embroidered sweatshirts. Not only are these perfect as unique gifts (especially around the holidays), they’re also a fantastic way to add that special … Read more

How to Adjust Sewing Machine Tension for Perfect Stitches

Mastering the Art of Sewing Machine Tension Perfect stitches are the heart of sewing, and understanding your sewing machine’s tension is crucial. Imagine working on a fabric and seeing oversized thread loops or the bottom thread peeping at the top. Or even worse, stitches that are either too slack or overly taut, making the fabric … Read more

How to Center Machine Embroidery Designs (8 Placement Tips!)

Ever found yourself getting frustrated because your embroidery designs are off-center? We’ve all been there, and I, Luna, was no exception when I started! Over time, I learned some hacks to ensure my designs align just right, even without high-tech embroidery machines. Let me share some of my tried-and-true tips with you. 1. Mastering the … Read more

How to Change a Needle on a Sewing Machine Like a Pro

Understanding Your Sewing Machine Needle Switching out your sewing machine needle can be vital depending on the fabric you’re working with. As someone who adores fashion designing, I swap my needle almost every day for different fabrics and consistently every week for fresh projects. If you’re just stepping into the world of sewing, mastering how … Read more