There’s something especially joyful about combining creative techniques to make something meaningful—and fun! My latest project has been exactly that: a handmade treasure chest of ABC coasters, blending machine embroidery and laser cutting into one playful and practical design. Each coaster is part of a carefully embroidered alphabet series I’ve been stitching, with pictures and…
Category: Machine Embroidery
iLove Keyrings — Reimagined for Laser Engraving
One of my favourite creative projects has had a fresh update — my iLove keyring range is now available as laser-engraved designs! These started life as machine embroidery patterns, combining clean country outlines with a simple heart to mark the idea of place — a personal connection to where we’re from, where we’ve been, or…
A–Z Embroidered Coaster Set: A Stitch at a Time
There’s something wonderfully satisfying about watching an idea turn into something you can hold in your hands—and this latest project is exactly that. I’ve just completed a full A–Z set of coasters, each one featuring a machine-embroidered object on one side, and the corresponding letter and word on the other. From A for Apple to…
Afrikaans Letter Cards for My Grandson
Some projects sit in the back of our minds for ages, waiting for the right moment to take shape. This is one of those. With my grandson’s first birthday fast approaching, I’ve finally set to work on something I’ve been meaning to do for a long time—machine-embroidered letter cards with Afrikaans words. Being Afrikaans myself,…
Penguin Coasters: A Long-Awaited Stitching Project
Some projects take longer to get started than others, and this one has been on my list for the past year. My son asked me to make new penguin coasters to replace the ones I gave him many years ago, and I finally sat down to make them happen. Eight little penguins, each machine embroidered…
When It All Goes Wrong: Frustrations and Patience with my Embroidery Machine
As much as we love our embroidery machines, there are days when they seem to have a mind of their own, wreaking havoc on our beautifully planned projects. Today, I want to share two such incidents that turned my embroidery sessions into a test of patience and perseverance. These stories are a gentle reminder that…
‘No to 20 mph’ Design – A Special Request from a Facebook Community member
Hello, machine embroidery enthusiasts Today, I’m sharing a project requested by one of our Facebook group members. This design addresses a current issue in Wales: the ‘No to 20 mph’ speed limit change. A member of our group asked for a ‘No to 20 mph’ design. It’s always a joy to create something that resonates…
Discover the Roar-Some Charm of Our New Machine Embroidery Dinosaur Coaster Set!
Hello, fellow crafters and creativity enthusiasts! I’m thrilled to share with you my latest creation of prehistoric fun: a machine embroidery dinosaur coaster set! These adorable coasters are not only functional but also a fantastic way to showcase my love for all things crafty and dinosaur-themed. The Creation Process Creating these coasters was an exciting…
Farm yard friends collection
I love creating free machine embroidery designs. I started my machine embroidery journey with free designs, generously shared by amazing designers. These free designs helped me to learn the craft of machine embroidery and I hope that my free designs will help others to try a variety of embroidery projects without having to worry about…
Crafting a Wedding: Baking, Embroidery, and Love
Hello, fellow crafters! I’m thrilled to share a special project that I recently completed for a truly unforgettable event—my son’s wedding! As many of you know, I love diving into various crafts, and this occasion was the perfect opportunity to bring my skills together to create something home made and special. Beautifully Baked and Decorated…