Applique Tip

Consider using a sheet of solvy topping on top of the applique fabric before the final stitch to cut down of some of the pokies that you might otherwise have – especially with fabric that frays easily or has a nap. Solvy in addition to preparing with fusible backing and trimming closer to the cutting line will ensure a great applique stitch every time.



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55% Off Embroidery Designs SALE

It's Friday and we're ready to celebrate this cooler weather, so we just started a new 55% OFF Machine Embroidery Designs Sale! We're so excited to be able to have this sale without coupon codes ~ the discount will be taken at checkout. Have fun shopping :)







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#105 Golf Diva Machine Embroidery Designs

The #105 Golf Diva set is ready on the website! These designs are great for towels and make great gifts or fundraising items ~ Have fun!





Happy Stitching ~ Angie



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Stitching Circles, Dots and Round Objects

Stitching Circles, Dots and Round Objects [machine embroidery] - when the machine is stitching dots and circles, it's "pulling" your fabric inward toward the inside of the circle. Below are a few things that will help you get better results:

• Have you ever noticed some circles or dots look more like ovals after you stitch them? If so, you probably just need to use a little more stabilizer.
• Use a little extra stabilizer just in case, don't wait until you've ruined something - it's just not worth it.
• Keep in mind that everything stitches best on fabric that is stable - make sure there's enough stabilizer so that your fabric isn't able to stretch, pull, shift or move during the stitching process.

I hope this helps!


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5 Weeks to go! Fundraising for 3-Day Breast Cancer Walk

5 Weeks to go!

Thank you so much for all of your generous donations!

My Fundraising:

• I still need to raise $1,045.00
• Deadline #1 – Sept 30 – Please make your donation by this date :)
• Deadline #2 – November 10 – absolute last day to collect donations
• Remember - all donations are considered a charitable tax deduction

Don't forget - your company might participate in Matching Gifts - just click HERE for more information

3-Day Walk Info:

• Susan G Komen 3-Day for the Cure
• Oct 21, 22 and 23
• 20 miles each day, for a total of 60 miles

Why I’m Walking:
I'm walking because everyone deserves a lifetime. I'm walking because I can. I'm walking in memory of my Grandma's, Dora and Beulah, my aunt Jennifer and Randi Passoff. My grandma Dora wasn't able to beat breast cancer and we lost her when I was in grade school. We lost my grandma Beulah and my aunt Jennifer to lung cancer. I miss them so much and wish they didn't have to go through what they did so early in life. Because of cancer they've all missed out on so many memories with our family that they would have enjoyed so much. I'm also walking for Randi Passoff, founder of the Atlanta 2 Day Walk for Breast Cancer. I was lucky enough to meet her when I did the Atlanta 2-Day a couple of years ago while she was in remission, and she was so inspiring and courageous. Unfortunately, she wasn't able to beat breast cancer either and she passed away last fall.

My Training:
This week is a 33 mile week, so we’ll be walking 5 miles on Wednesday, resting on Thursday, walking 16 miles on Friday, walking 12 miles on Saturday and playing tennis on Sunday for cross training.

Thank you for your concern and support in my continuing journey.

Hugs & Happy Stitching
Angie


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