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Towel Ideas for children Comments (10)

This past Easter I decided to make some towels for friends. I am posting some samples of towels I have made recently or in the past to give you some ideas. I know I always go hunting for ideas on others’ websites! The font is from: http://www.fancyfontsembroidery.com/store The site owner allowed me to buy just … [View Details]

Spring in my Garden Comments (0)

I so love spring and we have had an especially long and wonderful one here in Ohio. I am posting some photos of my yard and hope you enjoy.

About my free embroidery designs Comments (1)

There have been some problems with the website and until they have been taken care of, free designs will only be available sporadically and with a particular project I might be posting. They will not be in a separate category as they have been but rather will be listed directly under the project I used … [View Details]

Baby tote Comments (2)

More Farbenmix outfits Comments (0)

I have been very busy sewing summer clothes for the grandkids and as usual prefer to sew Farbenmix or Ottobre patterns. The fit is the best for our granddaughters and I love the creativity these patterns allow. If you haven’t tried Farbenmix patterns, I would like to encourage you to give it a try. There … [View Details]

Another Autism design Comments (8)

This is a large applique butterfly design. You may skip the applique part if you don’t want to do that and just sew the design directly onto a tote or tshirt etc. Alternately, you may also stitch the applique butterfly and omit the puzzle pieces. Enjoy.

Bear head design added for our special friends Comments (0)

I have just received permission from Bryden Shiells to post this design for free for our special friends. Bryden is the widow of artist Bill Shiells who drew this adorable bear; the design was digitized by me. I digitized this in a low density format for quick and soft stitch out. Go and make those … [View Details]

Free Embroidery Designs Comments (0)

I don’t know whether you have noticed, but there is a Free Design section on the top of the home page. Just click on it to find occasional free designs I post here. Some of them are disability related, others are “just for fun”. Please keep in mind that some of these designs have been … [View Details]

The Trifecta Purse is finished!! Comments (3)

Our daughter, Kristy, just graduated from RN school and we are thrilled.  As part of her graduation present I made her a Trifecta purse.  Her choice of pattern and fabrics.  The fabric is an Amy Butler fabric and the lining is just a plain cotton fabric.  The Trifecta purse is somewhat overwhelming when you start … [View Details]

Autism Awareness Month Comments (0)

In honor of autism awareness month, I am going to be posting some designs related to Autism Spectrum Disorders.  Our oldest grandson has been diagnosed with Asperger’s and ADHD and his little sister is beginning to show signs of it as well.  So we have personal experience with children with the disorder and know how … [View Details]

Roses for Easter – dresses for granddaughters Comments (0)

I cannot deny it – I LOVE sewing for the grands. I like to always use a new technique – learn something different. My latest creations have roses as themes: I used the Cara pattern again for Eliana. I am especially fond of this fabric – it’s a Tanya Whalen fabric from the GrandRevival fabrics … [View Details]

Farbenmix’ dress: Geske Comments (0)

I had a LOT of fun making this dress. And Saarah just couldn’t wait for it to be done. Here are some photos. Most of the designs are from www.embroidables.com; the princess in the center of the dress is from www.stick-baer.de. I love their whimsical designs. On the front, you can see there is a … [View Details]