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Instagram made me do it.

by Denise Holguin on February 17, 2016

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I started a new hobby this year:  Instagram. You’re probably thinking, it doesn’t count as a hobby.  But let me explain. It’s eye-opening to see how many talented people there…

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A Closer Look Behind the Scenes

Behind the Scenes of Volume 87 July/August 2014

by Denise Holguin on July 9, 2014

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We couldn’t have planned a better day! The weather was perfect for an outdoor photo shoot for the Volume 87 July/August 2014 issue. Everyone, including the studio gasped with delight…

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Monogram of the Month

by eileenroche on June 4, 2014

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Don’t you love June? The early days of June sweep in thoughts of sunny skies, blue waters and light breezes. When I spotted the Scrollwork Alphabet #12511 from www.embroideryonline.com, I…

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Doodles!

by eileenroche on August 12, 2013

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Have you checked out the free design in the August Designs Plus Newsletter?  Our sponsor, EmbroideryOnline donated a design from one of their newest collections, the Doodle Line Quilting collection. …

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Just for Fun Special Offers

Savings Galore!

by eileenroche on August 8, 2012

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Who doesn’t like a bargain? If you scour the pages of the July/August issue of Designs in Machine Embroidery magazine (Volume 75), you’ll find dozens of coupons and specials. I…

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Just for Fun Special Offers

It’s time to discover great value, special offers and inspiration! (Part 2 of 2)

by eileenroche on March 21, 2012

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Hope everyone had a great week perusing the great offers, special deals and inspiration from the featured advertisers I highlighted in last week’s blog.  If you missed the post click…

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How to Embroider on Minky

by eileenroche on February 22, 2012

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How to Embroider on Minky Do you love the feel of Minky but have been afraid to add embroidery to this luscious fabric? Its cuddly-soft texture, stretchy give and lush…

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Holiday Stitching Just for Fun

It’s Turkey Time!

by eileenroche on November 16, 2011

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You still have time to celebrate Thanksgiving with a few quick, stitched embroidery projects. I visited our advertisers’ websites to see what they were cooking up for Turkey Day and…

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