Trapunto Embroidery Techniques – Mancuso Oaks PA

Trapunto involves outlining a design on a quilt top or block, with an extra layer of batting underneath, and then stuffing or padding the desired areas from the underside, creating […]
The Art of Patch Making – Mancuso Virtual Summer Schoolhouse

Learn how to create your own custom patches from start to finish. We will discuss proper pathing for digitizing embroidery designs, adding designs on your machine to templates, various methods […]
Patches – Poconos

In this class you will learn how to create your own custom patches from start to finish. We will discuss proper pathing for digitizing embroidery designs and the various methods […]
Applique Techniques in Embroidery – Poconos

Learn the following techniques and topics: cutting in-the-hoop appliqué, how to create a stencil for appliqué, pre-cut appliqué, reverse appliqué, creating flawless edges on your appliqué, what “stops” are, the […]
Christmas Hoop Ornaments ITH – Poconos

This course will show you how to embroider Christmas hoop ornaments. We will discuss the proper way to sew with metallic threads, how to use a template file to create […]
ITH Zipper Bag – Poconos

Create your very own 5″x7″ zipper bags entirely in the hoop (larger sized bag is also included)! Learn the process from start to finish on how to embroider ITH bags. […]
How to Start a Home Embroidery Business – Poconos

This course will explain all you need to know to start your own home embroidery business. If you are considering selling on Etsy, at a craft show, creating a website, […]
SMP Hoop Fest 2024

I am pleased to announce that I will be speaking at SMP’s VIRTUAL HOOP FEST 2024! I will be presenting my ITH Flag Bag on Friday, June 14, 2024 (Flag […]
Patch Making – Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza – September 13, 2024

Date: Friday, Sept. 13th Time: 1pm – 4pm Place: Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza Greater Philadelphia Expo Center Learn how to create your own custom patches from start to finish. We […]
Machine Embroidery Theory & Techniques – Quiltfest Virtual Schoolhouse #9 – November 7, 2024

Date: , Nov. th Time: 9am – 4pm Place: Virtual on Zoom (Stay at home!) Learn all about best practices for embroidery including: threads, needles, stabilizers, proper hooping methods, registration, […]