Ladybug, Ladybug ♥ ♥ ♥

I've been stitching up ladybugs.

Appliques . . .

Softie Toys . . .

and Hair Clippies . . .

You can see more photos and purchase these machine embroidery design files HERE



♥ Valentine Nugget Candy Holders ♥

Who doesn't love chocolate??

My new Valentine Hershey Nugget Candy Holder machine embroidery designs make it easy to create cute Valentines, table decor, favors, etc.

They stitch up quick!
This set includes a Bee, Bear Bonbons, Lips and more for a total of 9 designs.

Read more about these fun designs & purchase the files on my web site HERE

♥ Valentine Tealight Covers - NEW!

With the popularity of my Holiday & Nativity Tealight Cover sets, it looks like there will be lots more :)

Valentines is fast approaching so I got busy and created this new set of machine embroidery designs.
They're made using felt and fit snugly over small battery-operated tealights. It creates a nice glowing effect.

You can read more about and purchase my exclusive Valentines Tealight Covers machine embroidery design files HERE.

Turn up the volume!

Felted Slippers

I've made 2 pairs of these felted slippers and I love them! They're so warm and comfy.

I took an online class @ Craftsy with Betz White. They're very easy to make and stitch up quick.
You 'felt' old wool sweaters by washing them in hot water & soap. They become dense and don't ravel.
The ribbing on the bottom edge of the sweater is used for the cuff on the slippers.

On the striped pair I used jiffy grip on the soles. I embellished them with scraps left from the sweater.

I need to hit the thrift stores for more sweaters!

POINSETTIA PINS

Nothing says Christmas like a poinsettia.
These beauties are quick to stitch and look great in a variety of colors of felt.

My poinsettias can be used as pins, magnets, hair clips, etc.

I've also included printable cards to attach a pin to, perfect for gift giving.

You can read more about or purchase these machine embroidery design files HERE.

Snowmen Peppermint Patties

I had to do some sort of snowman project this year. I've been so busy with my web site that I was glad I could squeeze a little crafty time in for me.

These little guys cover the top of a peppermint patty candy. I really love York Dark Chocolate Peppermint Patties, but they're packaged in loose rectangles. I got small round peppermint patties at WalMart.

I cut the black scallops & white circles from cardstock using my Cricut machine.
The scallops are cut at 1.75" and the circles at 1.50". Use double stick tape to secure the circle on top of the scallop.

I used rouge and a stiff brush to apply a little blush at the cheeks. The end of a paintbrush dipped in black paint makes the eyes and mouth. Add and orange nose and he's done.

After the paint dries, apply double stick tape to the back and stick the snowman to the back of the peppermint patty. Yummy!

Nativity Tealight Covers

I've had a lot of requests to design a Nativity set of tealight covers after the overwhelming response to my Holiday Tealight Covers after being released.

These machine embroidery designs fit over small battery-operated tealights.
The light shines through the felt. Some of the tealights flicker creating a nice effect.

I've received many emails from people saying they're doing very well selling my Holiday Tealight Covers at craft shows this year.
I'm sure this set will sell just as well.

You can read more and purchase my original Nativity Tealight set digitial files here

Designs In Machine Embroidery Magazine

I just picked up the Nov/Dec issue of Designs in Machine Embroidery magazine.

Marie Zinno featured my Snowman Boots and Santa Boots Towel designs.

You can find these designs on my site by clicking the links below.
Santa Boots Towel
Snowman Boots Towel

Burlap Holiday Stockings

I love all the burlap stockings I've seen popping up all over the internet. The natural, organic look & feel is perfect for my Holiday decorating this year.
I want things to blend in with my decor. I'm trying to stay away from the traditional Christmas red and green this year.

The burlap was very easy to work with. I used the natural color and a nice soft green burlap. Paired with a crisp white textured cuff really makes them pop.

I embellished them with burlap flowers and leaves and a large button. Twine makes the perfect hanging loop.

I also made a burlap table runner and will try to post a photo of my Thanksgiving table next week.

HOLIDAY TEALIGHT COVERS

I designed these adorable covers for small battery operated tealights.
These are machine embroidery designs that stitch up quick!

You can use them as table decorations, party favors, ornaments, package ties, etc. The tealights are readily available at major dept stores.
I created a 'glowing village' scene.

You can read more and purchase my original machine embroidery designs files HERE

New Machine Embroidery Designs!

Time has been flying by and it's been busy.
I've released several new machine embroidery designs recently.

They're all completed 'in the hoop' on your embroidery machine.
Snowman Tissue Holder

Owl Mirror Set




Scissor Holders & Pincushions Set


All of these would make great gifts!

Autumn Tree

I wanted something on a large scale for my dining room table. Something that could be used Fall through Thanksgiving. Something different.

Here's what I'm calling my 'Autumn Tree'. It's full of craftiness.

It's a 4' Christmas Tree decorated with fabric pumpkins I made from upholstery scraps, with branches for stems and leaves cut from a felted green wool sweater.

The garland is strips of burlap I frayed and sewed end to end. I also added a berry garland for color.

After painting little wooden pieces for the signs, I added the sayings I cut from vinyl on my Cricut. After drilling holes in them, I attached them to the tree with twine.

I wrapped a pale gold color sheer curtain panel around the bottom to hide the stand and finish it off.

I ♥ it!