Author Archives: Linda Monette

About Linda Monette

With over 30 years experience as a sewing workshop owner, it’s safe to say that Linda Monette has mastered the art of sewing. As a graduate in fashion design and a Brother Canada educator, she loves to create projects both with her sewing machine and with embroidery software. Once you check out some of Linda’s tutorials, you’ll quickly understand that she’s found her true calling.

Cozies for Teapot and Cup

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Time required: 90 minutes[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”greytext”]Keep your teapot and cups nice and warm with these easy-to-make cozies. Sure to add a whole lot of charm, it’s simple to customize them to match any decor. Make some for yourself and some to give as presents. There’s nothing better than a personalized gift made with love![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”26178″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Brother products used

• The Dream Machine 2 XV8550
• Narrow Zipper Foot SA208C
• P-touch PT-H200BP

Materials and supplies

• 35 cm of main fabric
• 35 cm of interior fabric
• 25 cm of Radiantex or fleece
• TZE decorative ribbon, 12 mm wide (for the P-touch)
• 1 spool of piping, 3 mm x 2.3 mm
• 50 mm of Velcro
• A cardboard cup sleeve from your local coffee shop
(for the template)
• Bodkin (for pulling ribbon through)[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Instructions

For step by step instructions, download the PDF.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][download_button text_link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Finspiration.brother.ca%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2018%2F04%2F18_0089_HAD_Crafting_project_Tea_pot_cozy_EN.pdf|title:Download%20PDF%20Project||”][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Embroidery, Sewing | 0 (s)

Minnie Mouse Jean Jacket

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”greytext”]There’s nothing like a well-loved jean jacket. It’s timeless. But sometimes even timeless items need a little refreshing. In this project, I’ll teach you an affordable way to give a second life to an old jean jacket.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”25707″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This project uses the Brother Innov-is NQ3500D. I’ll provide instructions for reproducing the design shown here. But your creativity is virtually limitless—the NQ3500D is programmed with so many embroidery designs, you can customize your creation any way you want. Let this serve as a guide to help you discover your own machine.

Skill Level: Easy
Finished Measurements: 17cm x 17cm
Cutting & Sewing Time: 2 hours

Material and Supplies

  • Brother Innov-is NQ3500D
  • ScanNCut (optional)
  • Jean jacket
  • Embroidery backing “peel and stick”
  • Brother embroidery thread
  • 1 piece of fabric 17cm x 17cm
  • Brother iron-on fabric appliqué contact sheet (CASTBL1) 17cm x 17cm
  • Scissors
  • Fabric Marker
  • Ruler
  • Iron

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Embroidery, Sewing | 0 (s)