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How to "Crack" Interfacing for a Smoother, Sharper Edge

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Baby Blanket and Bear Bundle

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Sporty Waist or Crossbody Mini Pack

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Fussy Cutting with a Window Template

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Flower Power Tote

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Flower Power Machine Embroidery Design Set

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Patch Pocket Drawstring Apron with Embroidery

See how our summery set of bold floral embroidery designs takes on a whole new look with updated autumn tones set against a rustic striped fabric. Our new apron design is ready for Fall and Holiday celebrations with an updated style. The step-by-step instructions are FREE as are the machine embroidery design files (in SIX formats). A continuous drawstring apron like this is a great choice for cooks of all shapes and sizes. We show you how to make the extra long ties that wrap to the back, around to the front, then comfortably knot or tie in a loose bow. Find it all at S4H.
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How to "Crack" Interfacing for a Smoother, Sharper Edge

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How to "Crack" Interfacing for a Smoother, Sharper Edge

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Part of our Mini Tip Series, this short video goes over one of our favorite, and very easy, techniques for adding a small space to your interfacing to create a smoother and sharper edge at folds or seams for a more professional finish. Try the technique on these FREE projects: Half Round Baskets: bit.ly/HalfRoundBasket Mini Hanging Pocket: bit.ly/S4HHangingPocket

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Baby Blanket and Bear Bundle

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Looking for an adorable baby gift bundle? We have a very cuddly suggestion! Follow our FREE tutorial to create a whole cloth quilt and a matching stuffed teddy bear. Even if you’re brand new to sewing and quilting, this pair of projects is something you can make quickly and easily. We are especially proud of the simple-to-sew Bear pattern, and show you our trick to stitch right through the pape...

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Sporty Waist or Crossbody Mini Pack

Переглядів 1112 місяці тому

Curved corners, straight line quilting, diagonal zipper; our go-everywhere waist/crossbody pouch brings it all together. We showcase the pack in workout mode, but the size and style would be just as perfect as an hands-free carryall, a mini school tote or a craft fair supply pouch. It’s a sleek design that works for men or women - young or old. The strap is fully adjustable so you can wear it a...

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Fussy Cutting with a Window Template

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Updated with extra info. This easy technique shows you how to trim a pattern into a window, then use that window to center and cut-out a special motif within your fabric. It's part of our S4H Mini Tip Video Series. For more about fussy cutting, check out our full tutorial at the S4H site: bit.ly/FussyCutting

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Flower Power Tote

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The basic tote design is straightforward and can be made with any machine, however, the embroidery accents certainly kick it up a notch. We feature a full design on the front pocket, using the companion single element as a little surprise pop of color on the interior hanging pocket. The project instructions are FREE and the Machine Embroidery Set is FREE. Go to: bit.ly/FlowerPowerTote

Flower Power Machine Embroidery Design Set

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Flower Power Machine Embroidery Design Set

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There are four bold florals along with a companion single element for each. Eight designs total in six major machine embroidery formats. Choose from a Thistle, Coneflower, Daffodil, and Pansy. Each flower is designed in a strong graphic style, echoing the mod, Flower Power look of 60s and 70s art and décor. Use the full flower as a focal design, adding the detail as an accent. The designs are F...

Five Pocket Half Apron With Bee Embroidery

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Five Pocket Half Apron With Bee Embroidery

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If A is for Apron, this hardworking half continues through the alphabet with B is for Bees and C is for Cute! Our FREE, beginner-friendly design in tough cotton canvas lends itself to indoor or outdoor chores. You can even choose machine embroidery and decorative stitching accents to add fashion to its five-pocket function. You need just one yard of an mid-weight fabric, like the canvas we used...

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Easy Elegant Rayon Scarves

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You can’t beat the sewing ease and fashion versatility of a classic scarf. There are really only two steps: pick a fancy fabric, finish the edge. We bring you THREE ways to hem a traditional square and a long rectangle: a Manual Narrow Hem, using a Rolled Hem Presser Foot, and the serged hem. All three options are excellent for sheer fabrics. We also have great tips for measuring, marking, and ...

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Puffer Sling Bag

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Puffer jackets and coats have been around for awhile, known not only for their wonderful warmth, but also as a style choice of fashion leaders from sports to Hollywood to the concert stage. Recently, eagle-eyed S4H trend-spotters saw the look starting to show up on high-end shoulder bags. We are leading the pack in bringing a DIY version to you. We show you how to get the look by layering ripst...

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Ragged Edge Totes in Two Sizes

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Ragging. Slang defines it as, “Picking on someone in an annoying way.” Well that’s not very pleasant. We prefer the sewing definition, which is: assembling a project so your seam allowances are visible on the outside and left to gently fray or “rag.” That sounds so much nicer! We’re done several ragged edge projects, but hadn’t ventured outside traditional blanket/pillow application… until now....

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S4H is part of Sew Smarter!

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We’re excited to be a part of the new Janome Sew Smarter Series. Check out our Beautiful Box Corners tutorial as well as all the other cool tutorials coming from Janome educators and experts. Go to: bit.ly/SewSmarterJAI

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Oven Mitt + Kitchen Towel Gift Set

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The combination of a homespun linen blend with gorgeous quilting cotton is what gives our Oven Mitt Kitchen Towel Gift Set instant appeal. Both of these pieces are beginner friendly, and we include links to additional tutorials on hemming, fussy cutting, and seam finishing. The free downloadable pattern and instructions show how to create a single right-handed oven mitt. If you want a left-hand...

Wide Width Fabric Table Runner with Matching Banded Napkins - Janome Canada Exclusive

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Wide Width Fabric Table Runner with Matching Banded Napkins - Janome Canada Exclusive

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Widen your horizons! You may have noticed an exciting new trend in designer fabric collections: wide width quilt backing. The motifs are bold and beautiful, specifically designed to look great across a wide swath of fabric. Although they are amazing at what their name implies: as a quilt back, we help but wonder what else these wonderfully wide widths could be used for. Our super smart idea: a ...

Holiday Words + Wonders Embroidery Design Collection - Janome Canada Exclusive

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Holiday Words + Wonders Embroidery Design Collection - Janome Canada Exclusive

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With two classic phrases and two adorable animals, you can embellish something for everyone on your holiday gift list. These four colorful, detailed designs have been created exclusively for Janome Canada by the creative team at Sew4Home. There are four sets of files: Santa Baby, Fa La La, Festive Fox, and Jolly Penguin. All elements are provided in two file formats: JEF and JPX. There is also ...