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How-To blogs to help you get the most out of your embroidery!

  1. Project Guide: In-the-Hoop Embroidered Placemats

    Project Guide: In-the-Hoop Embroidered Placemats

    If you're looking to add a touch of personalized charm to your dining experience, embroidered placemats are a delightful and versatile project to consider. Whether you're hosting a festive holiday dinner, celebrating a special occasion, or simply enjoying a cozy meal with loved ones, these handcrafted beauties can elevate any table setting with a unique flair. 
  2. A Guide to Floating Embroidery Designs: Placemats and Napkins

    A Guide to Floating Embroidery Designs: Placemats and Napkins

    If you're passionate about embroidery and looking to take your projects to the next level, you've likely encountered the term "floating" in the context of design placement. Floating an embroidery design might sound like a delicate dance, but it’s a powerful technique that opens up new possibilities for your creative projects. Embroidery is more than just needle and thread. It's about perfecting skills that bring your designs to life. In this post, we’ll dive into floating embroidery: what it is, why it's awesome, and exactly how to do it.
  3. Project Guide: Make Your Own Embroidered Banner

    Project Guide: Make Your Own Embroidered Banner

    What could be more fun than showing your team spirit with a football pennant for your game day gatherings? It’s easy with JuJu’s In the Hoop Pennant and Bunting Shapes and Football Applique Alphabet designs. These DIY banners are an easy way to kickoff your game day decor!
  4. Project Guide: Halloween Treat Bags

    Project Guide: Halloween Treat Bags

    Spiders, goblins, bats - OH MY! Halloween is near and now is the time to fire up your embroidery machine to make some adorable and festive treat bags. In today’s blog post, we will learn how to make an in-the-hoop (ITH) Halloween Treat Bag.
  5. Project Guide: In-the-Hoop Halloween Table Topper

    Project Guide: In-the-Hoop Halloween Table Topper

    The leaves are falling and the weather is changing; autumn is finally here. And along with autumn comes Halloween! Designs by JuJu has some fa-BOO-lous Halloween in-the-hoop (ITH) decor options available to help get your home in the spooky season spirit.
  6. How to Make an In-the-Hoop Mandala Pillow

    How to Make an In-the-Hoop Mandala Pillow

    When I first saw these mandala embroidery designs, I was in love. They look amazing and I couldn’t wait to make one. Mandala designs, with their intricate patterns and harmonious symmetry, have long been celebrated for their meditative and calming qualities. Combining this timeless art form with the coziness of a pillow creates a perfect blend of beauty and function. Whether you're a seasoned embroiderer or just starting out, this project will guide you step-by-step through the process of creating your very own mandala pillow.
  7. How to Prevent Puckering in Machine Embroidery

    How to Prevent Puckering in Machine Embroidery

    Stop puckering with these tips! Learn to prepare your fabric & supplies for smooth, professional results. Achieve flawless designs every time!
  8. Project Guide:  Sensory Book

    Project Guide: Sensory Book

    Sensory books, also known as busy books and quiet books, are absolutely wonderful for little hands and minds. Not only do sensory books help to keep kiddos busy, but with , the options for customization are endless. You are sure to find many unique and engaging options to meet the sensory needs of all ages of kiddos.
  9. How to Make Embroidered Greeting Cards

    How to Make Embroidered Greeting Cards

    It’s always nice to have a homemade card to give with any gift. The embroidered cards that Designs by Juju create always turn out amazing. I get so many compliments from everyone that sees them. People are always so amazed that you can do embroidery on cards. Embroidered greeting cards can be used for a range of occasions: birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, get well soon, or whatever you’re celebrating. Let’s learn how to make machine embroidery cards.
  10. How to Make a Bookmark With an Embroidery Machine

    How to Make a Bookmark With an Embroidery Machine

    Create personalized embroidered bookmarks with your embroidery machine. Follow our easy guide to craft thoughtful, elegant gifts. Start crafting today!
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