Creative Machine Embroidery Winter 2023 Digital Edition

Description Check out what’s inside this issue of Creative Machine Embroidery! Features: Freestanding Lace: Lace is an easy way to add a decorative element to any design. Holiday Book Corner: Tuck this marker over the corner of your book to keep your place and add some decoration. Make a Toast Lace Dress: Elevate your party look with a touch of elegance by adding embroidered freestanding lace to a simple black dress. Holly Jolly Countdown: Celebrate the joy and anticipation of the holiday season with this embroidered holiday countdown wall hanging. Freestanding Winter Village: Little houses are the perfect decoration for your home. You can line them up on your mantle, tuck one on a bookshelf, or make a cute centerpiece with them. Whimsical Waste Thread Catcher: Forget about those pesky threads sneaking around like mischievous elves! Folksy Forest Maiden: Intricate stitching and earthy tones evoke a cozy, rustic feel—lending a touch of whimsy and personality to your ensemble, while keeping you stylishly warm during the crisp days ahead. Perfect Guest Pie Carrier: Take your holiday party guest status to the next level by bringing a handmade pie carrier with beautifully embroidered designs, showcasing your personal style while keeping your delicious desserts safe and secure. Magical Woodland Tree Skirt: This festive addition will instantly transform your living space into a winter wonderland, sparking joy and excitement with every glance. Cross it Off your list gift tags and bags: Deck the halls with embroidered gift tags and bags, adding a touch of festive flair under the Christmas tree. Spruce up the Table: Upcycled Napkins We believe the sustainability of using cloth napkins goes WAY UP if you thrift them, make them or better yet, make them from thrifted textiles! Embellished Evergreens: Create a whimsical winter wonderland on your holiday tablescape with hand-embroidered felt trees. Dress it Up Dickey: Embroidering onto the collar of a store-bought shirt, or in this case a dickey, can be a creative and personalized way to transform it into a unique fashion statement. Simple Sashiko: The word “Sashiko” literally means “little stabs,” referring to the small hand running stitches that compose the repeating patterns characteristic of Sashiko.