LinSews

Cutwork Tablecloth

LinSews — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 23:36:22 +0000

I’ve been working on a group of cut work designs that are in the new 5D software. The picture of the design is on the cover of the 5D Pro package. I think it is just beautiful. I’ve stitched out the design with a tone on tone in teal. The table cloth will be a [...]

Chris Dolinar – Husqvarna Viking Convention

LinSews — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 14:15:09 +0000

Chris Dolinar was wearing this beautiful tee at the Husqvarna Viking Convention. Below she explains how she created her inexpensive look alike. Chris is a National Sewing Educator with a wonderful creative flair. Chris can be contacted at chrisdolinar@aol.com.

Husqvarna Viking Convention 2010

LinSews — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 14:04:37 +0000

Hello! I’m back from the Husqvarna Viking 2010 Convention. I was able to spend time with the new Ruby and the new 5D software. The Ruby is a great addition to the Husqvarna Viking line up. It has the larger embroidery area and comes with the 360 x 200 and 120 x 120 hoops. It [...]

Square Luggage Tag

LinSews — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 12:32:23 +0000

The Square Luggage Tag is a make and take project. Several features of the 4D Pro software are used including Mirror Settings - Reverse Stitch Order and Create External Appliqué.

Quilt Show Adventure

LinSews — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:34:00 +0000

Today I visited the Lebanon Quilt & Fabric Arts Show at the Warren County Historical Society. It was fun to see many vintage quilts and visit the vendors displaying their wares. Oh, I should have more time to sew and create to make my shopping worth while. Enjoy the film shot and edited by D. [...]

4D Embroidery Preferences Setting – Remove Overlap When Combining Embroideries

LinSews — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:57:09 +0000

This lesson is on removing overlap when combining embroideries. There is often a need to combine and remove overlap when creating a new design. The removal of overlap is to minimize bulk and make a design surface consistent. At other times leaving the design layers in place is required or preferred. Knowing when and how [...]

4D Embroidery – Icon Size

LinSews — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 01:05:55 +0000

In a recent class I noticed that some of the students were using the small icons in the 4D software. The small icons are difficult to see and take more focus to click on. Here are the steps to adjust the icons so all of you can save your eyes from some strain. The option [...]

Fabric

LinSews — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 22:00:36 +0000

Fabric. I love fabric. I love to touch it, rub it between my fingers, put it against my cheek. I love the range and variety of color, pattern and texture. I love the whole experience of fabric. Because I have such a passion for fabric I always like to look for a fabric store or [...]

Happy New Year 2010

LinSews — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 17:25:49 +0000

Another year has disappeared and 2010 is now here. My how the days fly. As I looked back over 2009 I’m pretty happy with all of the things accomplished. The highlights for me were teaching at the Husqvarna Viking Convention and releasing my Sewing Machine pattern to all of you (it’s now available through Viking). [...]

Quick Gift – Holiday Tea Towel

LinSews — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 20:13:57 +0000

This lesson is on using 4D Express Design Wizard to create a Christmas border. The border is stitched on the towel twice (mirrored). The design leaves and berries colored with fabric pens. Click above to view the video.