Free motion sewing ideas

Free motion embroidery is one of those sewing techniques that, once you give it a go, will become a source of great inspiration (and just maybe a little bit addictive). Master the basics and …

A beginner's guide to using a free motion foot on your sewing machine to do free motion quilting.

Recreate a picture or a sketch in fabric

This video provides tips and techniques for drawing with your sewing machine. Watch and learn how to incorporate free motion drawing into your next project.

Hello, While I'm mulling over sofa coverings I've created the tutorial on free motion machine applique that some of you asked for. This is the way I made the Milkchurn Cottage picture. This is my old wheat bag cover. Rather yukky. I'm going to make a new one from this vintage embroidered tray cloth... and scraps of cotton fabrics left over from other projects. I never throw anything away. I'm going to applique the words 'feeling better' onto the linen. I've arranged the fabric letters where…

Not all sewing has to be exact! Free motion applique is fun because it's a rough sketch - with your sewing machine. Go ahead give it a go with the free download. #FMA #freemotionapplique #sewingtutorial #sewing

Sarah Becvar on Instagram: "🌸WORKSHOP NEWS🌸 I’ve just listed an afternoon workshop which will be more practical for those who’d like to attend one of my embroidery workshops but have further to travel. Here are the details: Friday 5th April 1-4.30pm In my garden studio, Easons Green, East Sussex (a few miles north of Lewes) Suitable for all abilities Simply bring along your sewing machine, all other materials will be provided. 🌸Join me for a fun session of freehand machine…

Yesterday, I practiced free motion scribble stitching around some scrappy fused flower patches. Stitching with black thread was scary, but now after stitching a dozen flowers, I think I'm getting the hang of it. I was prepared to do my practice stitching and throw away my samples, but I really like them. So next week, I'll make them up into little zippered pencil cases. Stay tuned. Want to try it yourself? Here's a link with some tips.

Life and art and home, by hand.

Embroidery is supercute, but many of us can't afford an embroidery machine or want different designs from the one you can purchase. Embroidery (or free motion appliqué) can add a personal twist to your purchased wardrobe and it can easily theme your next sewing project. All you need is a bit of inspiration and excercise... the more you try the better your outcome will look! The following tutorial will mix pictures of two of my projects, but most of the steps are the same. Option 1 is free…