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![First Impressions of the HappyJapan Journey HCH-701 Multi-Needle Embroidery Machine [New Machine! ]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8882c6_3c11411ea8a54d73a941a2cd043dd023~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_474,h_356,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/8882c6_3c11411ea8a54d73a941a2cd043dd023~mv2.webp)
First Impressions of the HappyJapan Journey HCH-701 Multi-Needle Embroidery Machine [New Machine! ]
In this post, I am going to give you my initial thoughts on the HappyJapan Journey HCH-701 Multi-Needle embroidery machine.
Beth Gracie
Dec 6, 20246 min read
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![In The Hoop ITH Embroidery Project Candy Cane Christmas Ornament [FREE Design Download!]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8882c6_2f4996f761ed46ad894b89778246ac5b~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_474,h_356,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/8882c6_2f4996f761ed46ad894b89778246ac5b~mv2.webp)
In The Hoop ITH Embroidery Project Candy Cane Christmas Ornament [FREE Design Download!]
I am looking forward to adding a little handmade cheer to our Christmas tree, so I am going to show you step-by-step how to creat
Beth Gracie
Nov 15, 20243 min read
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![Back to School Appliqué Mug Rug In The Hoop Embroidery Project [FREE Design Download!]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8882c6_fb986b04567c4f3d93bbd3e2160af2f4~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_474,h_356,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/8882c6_fb986b04567c4f3d93bbd3e2160af2f4~mv2.webp)
Back to School Appliqué Mug Rug In The Hoop Embroidery Project [FREE Design Download!]
I am going to take you step-by-step on how to create this Back to School Appliqué Mug Rug - and I'm giving you the design for FREE!
Beth Gracie
Sep 20, 20243 min read
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![In The Hoop ITH Embroidery Project Cowboy Boots Key Fob [FREE Design Download!]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8882c6_69cc790c0310468caaf650e4ef27047b~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_474,h_356,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/8882c6_69cc790c0310468caaf650e4ef27047b~mv2.webp)
In The Hoop ITH Embroidery Project Cowboy Boots Key Fob [FREE Design Download!]
In honor of my favorite summer activity, I am going to show you step-by-step how to create this Cowboy Boot Key Fob.
Beth Gracie
Jul 26, 20243 min read
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![What Is Sketch Embroidery and How You Can Incorporate It Into Your Embroidery [FREE Sketch Embroidery Design Download]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8882c6_92a54969aca746bb92485a89fdc8a4d0~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_474,h_356,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/8882c6_92a54969aca746bb92485a89fdc8a4d0~mv2.webp)
What Is Sketch Embroidery and How You Can Incorporate It Into Your Embroidery [FREE Sketch Embroidery Design Download]
In this post, I will discuss exactly what sketch embroidery IS, how the files are digitized, and how you can incorporate this style...
Beth Gracie
Jun 20, 20243 min read
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![In The Hoop ITH Embroidery Project 4th of July Bunting [FREE Design Download!]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8882c6_4ffccd09fc8542d69555863e312f6c5b~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_474,h_356,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/8882c6_4ffccd09fc8542d69555863e312f6c5b~mv2.webp)
In The Hoop ITH Embroidery Project 4th of July Bunting [FREE Design Download!]
In this post, I am going to take you step-by-step on how to create this festive two-sided bunting. Use my FREE pattern to created buntings f
Beth Gracie
Jun 14, 20243 min read
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![How to Stitch Fringe Embroidery [FREE Design Download]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8882c6_22de2e09f0c141e2a4d2a9a737f1b547~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_474,h_356,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/8882c6_22de2e09f0c141e2a4d2a9a737f1b547~mv2.webp)
How to Stitch Fringe Embroidery [FREE Design Download]
Today I am giving you a fringe embroidery design for FREE for you to try the fringe embroidery technique at home. So Let's get started!
Beth Gracie
Jun 7, 20242 min read
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![How To Make Beautiful Personalized Gifts with Embossed Embroidery Designs [Tutorial and FREE Design Download]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8882c6_860babff486440118d2b9e9d92c2ef15~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_474,h_356,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/8882c6_860babff486440118d2b9e9d92c2ef15~mv2.webp)
How To Make Beautiful Personalized Gifts with Embossed Embroidery Designs [Tutorial and FREE Design Download]
Today, I am going to share one my my favorite embroidery techniques with you - embossed embroidery. In this post, I am going to show you how
Beth Gracie
May 31, 20243 min read
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NEW Mini Bundle And A Coupon Code For YOU!
Happy Spring, embroidery enthusiasts! I have been working hard on new designs and tutorials. As a special thanks to my subscribers, use...
Beth Gracie
Apr 5, 20241 min read
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![What Is Stitch Density In Machine Embroidery And Why It Is Important [Grab My Freebie Density Chart!]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8882c6_52f7177fcb4749c39e4667c38f5bede0~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_347,h_334,fp_0.50_0.50,q_95,enc_avif,quality_auto/8882c6_52f7177fcb4749c39e4667c38f5bede0~mv2.webp)
What Is Stitch Density In Machine Embroidery And Why It Is Important [Grab My Freebie Density Chart!]
today we are going to learn all about stitch density, why it is important, and as a bonus, I made a stitch density chart that you can stitch
Beth Gracie
Feb 18, 20244 min read
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![Valentine's Day In The Hoop Embroidery Project [FREE Design Download!]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8882c6_a53685dbbd0a461280bb4cc349f4195b~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_474,h_356,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/8882c6_a53685dbbd0a461280bb4cc349f4195b~mv2.webp)
Valentine's Day In The Hoop Embroidery Project [FREE Design Download!]
Are you looking for a fun, last-minute, in-the-hoop Valentine's Day project? Then you have come to the right place. In this post, I am...
Beth Gracie
Feb 9, 20242 min read
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![How to Make Patches Using Your Home Embroidery Machine [Faux-Merrow Edge Tutorial!]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8882c6_49d77ac0e2734a3a9f038bb9dc07e6c3~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_474,h_356,fp_0.50_0.50,q_95,enc_avif,quality_auto/8882c6_49d77ac0e2734a3a9f038bb9dc07e6c3~mv2.webp)
How to Make Patches Using Your Home Embroidery Machine [Faux-Merrow Edge Tutorial!]
If you have sewn a patch before, but you are looking to level-up your patch game, I have been working on a faux-Merrow look for your edges
Beth Gracie
Feb 2, 20244 min read
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10 Things You Can Do In 2024 To Improve Your Machine Embroidery Projects
As the year winds down, it's the perfect time to rev up your machine embroidery skills. In this post, I am going to share ten actionable...
Beth Gracie
Jan 1, 20243 min read
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![5 Last-Minute Embroidery Projects You Can Give As Gifts for the Holidays [Simple and Fun]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8882c6_f1ef472cb39f431598dce159fffe2133~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_474,h_356,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/8882c6_f1ef472cb39f431598dce159fffe2133~mv2.webp)
5 Last-Minute Embroidery Projects You Can Give As Gifts for the Holidays [Simple and Fun]
It seems like the holidays come faster every year. Whether you are finished or not with your holiday shopping and crafting, there is...
Beth Gracie
Dec 19, 20232 min read
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![How to Choose the Correct Underlay for Your Machine Embroidery Project [And Why It Is Important]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8882c6_d2957d4639ce477e9d9aeb790739d13ef000.jpg/v1/fill/w_474,h_356,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/8882c6_d2957d4639ce477e9d9aeb790739d13ef000.webp)
How to Choose the Correct Underlay for Your Machine Embroidery Project [And Why It Is Important]
When diving into the world of embroidery digitization, choosing the right underlay is like laying a solid foundation for your home. It...
Beth Gracie
Dec 8, 20233 min read
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![How I Create a Listing for a Digital Embroidery Design [Detailed Process with Tips Included]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8882c6_5c99be4cd38b428885cfc7eac8a05b1c~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_474,h_356,fp_0.50_0.50,q_95,enc_avif,quality_auto/8882c6_5c99be4cd38b428885cfc7eac8a05b1c~mv2.webp)
How I Create a Listing for a Digital Embroidery Design [Detailed Process with Tips Included]
Have you ever purchased a digital embroidery design from an Etsy shop or a website and wondered - what exactly goes into making a digital...
Beth Gracie
Dec 1, 20235 min read
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Get Ready for Black Friday Deals!
Are you ready for Black Friday deals? Beginning November 20 at 7:00am, all embroidery designs will be 50% OFF! This promotion will last...
Beth Gracie
Nov 17, 20231 min read
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![What is Pathing in Embroidery Digitizing? [And Why it is Essential for Quality Designs]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8882c6_c254399b63134a4eac5e62cfdee87cd2~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_474,h_356,fp_0.50_0.50,q_95,enc_avif,quality_auto/8882c6_c254399b63134a4eac5e62cfdee87cd2~mv2.webp)
What is Pathing in Embroidery Digitizing? [And Why it is Essential for Quality Designs]
Hi again, embroidery enthusiasts! Have you ever heard the term "pathing" with relation to embroidery or digitizing and wondered "What is...
Beth Gracie
Nov 5, 20233 min read
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![How to Digitize Holes in Hatch 3 Embroidery Digitizing Software [And Why You Need to Know!]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8882c6_42eec1c503904860886ae1e686d62db7~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_474,h_356,fp_0.50_0.50,q_95,enc_avif,quality_auto/8882c6_42eec1c503904860886ae1e686d62db7~mv2.webp)
How to Digitize Holes in Hatch 3 Embroidery Digitizing Software [And Why You Need to Know!]
Hello again, embroidery enthusiasts! Gather 'round, because I have a tip for you... Today, I want to chat with you about a topic that’s...
Beth Gracie
Oct 27, 20232 min read
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![What is a Knockdown Stitch? [How and When to Use It]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8882c6_548b5b26ec9c4d078bb58d00f701cca2~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_474,h_356,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/8882c6_548b5b26ec9c4d078bb58d00f701cca2~mv2.webp)
What is a Knockdown Stitch? [How and When to Use It]
Hey embroidery enthusiasts! Today, I'm going to talk about a little trick in the world of machine embroidery – the knockdown stitch. If...
Beth Gracie
Oct 21, 20233 min read
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