Monthly Archives: August 2009

Fun & Fresh Hand Embroidery Patterns

Posted on August 11, 2009 by Luv2Sew

We’ve seen a lot of traditional hand embroidery patterns here at Havel’s Sewing. We’re not knocking ’em, but we wanted fresh and contemporary patterns to apply to our current batch of bibs and onesies and tea towels (oh my!). We … Continue reading →

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The Very Beautiful Thread Velvet Technique

Posted on August 6, 2009 by Luv2Sew

The very talented desigers at the Husqvarna Embroidery Center in Sweden developed a very beautiful embroidery technique that is best completed with Havel’s Sewing Ultra-Pro Seam Ripper. The technique does not refer to velvet thread or velvet fabric. The name … Continue reading →

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Praise for Pretty Pincushions!

Posted on August 4, 2009 by Luv2Sew

Pincushions are a necessity in any sewing workspace.  And they’re often a fun and rewarding sewing project, as well.  Here at Havel’s Sewing, we’ve collected our favorite pincushion projects from around the web.  Feel inspired?  You can buy the pattern … Continue reading →

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