First Free-Hand Motion Machine Embroidery Session

20130321_162905I have just got back from my first ever free-hand machine embroidery session and totally loved it! I would encourage anyone to have a try – it was so therapeutic as there is no need to keep your lines straight – you just go with your instinct and let your thread and needle do the ‘painting’.

The course was delivered by Lara Sparks @ The Eternal Maker in West Sussex. Lara was a superb tutor and her work is amazing.

To help remember some of the key things I learnt today I thought it would be a good idea to jot down a few notes.

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How to Make your Mini Pinny / Apron Unique!

If you have been following my blog you may of looked at my “Stitchsharing” guides for both a Mini Pinny and the Maid’s Apron (part of my Magenta’s Rocky Horror Fancy dress costume). Both patterns can be easily adapted to give you various looks.

Take a look!

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How to Make a Retro Mini Pinny / Half Apron – Free Pattern Guide

Front of Mini PinnyI was walking past my local charity shop when I saw a gorgeous retro duvet cover hanging on the rail. With a bargain price of £2 it was an upcycling treat……just perfect for a new Mini Pinny!

I’ve put together this “StitchSharer’s Guide to Mini-Pinny making” for those of you who want to join in the fun. Hope you enjoy!

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How to use an Overlocker / Serger Gathering Attachment.

When I brought Serge, I was luck enough to be given a free set of attachments.

One of these was for gathering.

Gathering Attachment

If you have a similar attachment but not quite sure how to use it, this step by step guide might just help! Continue reading

B is for Bunting and Business Planning!

Thank you so much for taking time to message me with all your business start-up advice and help on selling at craft fairs. Your encouragement has been humbling and will steer my journey.

Thanks to your feedback, my dilemma over label wording is now resolved. Hooray! One decision made! The Stitch Sharer label with Handmade in England is the clear winner.

Handmade in England Label

Your top tips to date are:

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