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 Day!) @ 10am (PST) / 1pm(EST). Watch the event live, all week here: youtube.com/HoopFest GENERAL INFORMATION FROM SMP: We are excited to offer a 5-day […]
Learn how to use your Brother embroidery machine. We will discuss the following: threading your machine, winding bobbins, attaching the embroidery foot, arm, and hoop, loading and editing designs (rotating, scaling, positioning, & mirroring), adding monograms and text (sizing & positioning text), and embroidery machine functions such as embroidery sewing speed and color stepping. We will also go over how to update your machine with the latest firmware. Please remember to bring your manual. This class is for Brother embroidery machines ONLY. Preferred hoop size: 4” x 4” hoop or larger Sign-up here: poconosewandvac.com
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, or possibly opening a small storefront, this class is for you. The following topics will be discussed: Is it a hobby or a small business? […]
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. This course is perfect for beginners who want to learn what in-the-hoop projects are and how they are made. The following techniques will be discussed: […]
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 custom designs, moving & scaling a design to fit inside a template, and making & finishing a hoop ornament. You will receive 2 files in […]
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 order of steps for appliqué, common issues with appliqué, patches (yes, this is appliqué), and why appliqué is used in sewing. There will be four […]
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 used to sew patches. Three patches will be created: name badge, sewing patch, and a holiday theme. Preferred hoop size: 4” x 4” Sign-up here: […]
I am pleased to announce that I will be speaking at SMP's VIRTUAL HOOP FEST 2025! I will be presenting my World War 2 Envelope Clutch on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 @ 10am (PST) / 1pm(EST). Watch the event live, all week here: youtube.com/HoopFest GENERAL INFORMATION FROM SMP: We are excited to offer a 5-day […]
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 used to sew patches, and the pros & cons of each method. Three patches will be demonstrated: pre-made name badge, sewing patch, and a holiday […]
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 are “stops”, the order of steps for appliqué, common issues with appliqué, patches (yes, this is appliqué), and why appliqué is used in sewing. There will be four […]
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 a raised, three-dimensional effect. In this class, you will learn how the technique of trapunto is achieved in machine embroidery. We will discuss best practices including: […]
If you were ever curious about the endless possibilities your embroidery machine could create, this class is for you. Learn the following ITH (in-the-hoop) techniques: applique methods, using wash away (water soluble) stabilizers, attaching applique pieces, how to get clean edges on your applique, floating fabrics on the front and back of your hoop, working […]
