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ABC XYZ Cloth Panel Book

ABC XYZ Cloth Panel Book

This soft interactive fabric book was designed by Stacy Lest Hsu with illustrations of animals for each letter of the alphabet along with some interactive flaps. Learn some tips and tricks for sewing this cloth panel book. Needlepointers.com Associate

Animal Lunch Bags

Animal Lunch Bags

Learn more about these cute animal lunch bags created with an embroidery machine with a pattern from Kreative Kiwi. By Needlepointers.com

Animal Pillow

Animal Pillow

Learn how Kaitlyn made a cute animal pillow.
For the animals she used the embroidery machine and a pattern from Kreative Kiwi.
These animals were shown onto fabric she selected for the pillow. Learn more....
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Apron - Pre-printed Apron Panel

Apron - Pre-printed Apron Panel

How to make an apron with a lining using a pre-printed apron panel. Needlepointers.com

Basic Knit Socks

Basic Knit Socks

A free pattern for basic knit socks by Yarnspirations. The sock features a reinforces heel and ribbed top. Needlepointers Staff

Basket  - Pop-Up Basket

Basket - Pop-Up Basket

Learn about a cute pop-up basket made by Annette & Chris at a quilt retreat. The pattern is by the Fat Quarter Gypsy.

Bedside Caddy

Bedside Caddy

This bedside caddy pattern by Missouri Star is a perfect dorm or small room organizer. It can hang on a bed frame and keep things within arm's reach. If you don't have a bedside table, this is perfect to keep your essentials close at hand. Needlepointers.com Associate

Boho Chic Mosaic Tote

Boho Chic Mosaic Tote

This video features a crocheted tote bag made by Chris. The tote bag is made from a pattern purchased from "A Crocheted Simplicity" and is named Boho Chic Mosaic Tote Bag. By Needlepointers.com

Bunny Apron - Machine Embroidered

Bunny Apron - Machine Embroidered

Chris decided to make quick and easy machine embroidered bunny aprons to use when she and her daughter volunteer in the bunny barn at the Montgomery County fair.

Learn more about this project by watching a free video and written instructions.
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Burp Cloths - Contoured Burp Cloths

Burp Cloths - Contoured Burp Cloths

A personal project made by Annette at Needlepointers.com. These contoured burp clothes are a community service project which will be donated to a neo-natal unit in a hospital. Needlepointers.com

Butterfly Quilt Wall Hanging

Butterfly Quilt Wall Hanging

This tutorial features a butterfly quilt wall hanging made with free paper piecing patterns. Learn to make this beautiful butterfly wall art. Needlepointers.com Associate

Cactus and Succulents Table Runner Pattern

Cactus and Succulents Table Runner Pattern

Learn about this Cactus and Succulents table runner which was machine embroidered with a pattern from Sweet Pea Machine Embroidery Designs.

Purchase pattern and supplies here!
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Cat Apron

Cat Apron

This cute reversible apron is a quick and easy kids project. Learn more about this project and how to get free apron pattern.

Cell Phone Wallet

Cell Phone Wallet

This Tall Phone Wallet project is completed in-the-hoop with an embroidery machine with a pattern available from Embroidery Garden. Make some and keep handy as a last minute gift. Needlepointers.com Staff

Christmas Tissue Box Cover

Christmas Tissue Box Cover

This is a easy and fun plastic canvas project. This video shows a Christmas tissue box cover made by a staff member at Needlepointers.com. It is a wonderful gift idea for friends, co-workers or family! Needlepointers.com

Christmas Wreath

Christmas Wreath

This machine embroidered wreath project was made by Chris with her embroidery machine. The pattern is from Kreative Kiwi. Make for yourself or as a gift. By Needlepointers.com Staff

Chrstimas Ornaments

Chrstimas Ornaments

These Christmas ornaments were projects completed by Annette at Needlepointers.com. Watch video to learn more. Needlepointers.com

Concord Kitties

Concord Kitties

A finished project made by a Needlepointers.com staff member. Kitties on a bunch of grapes. Garden Patch Cats, by Helene Knott. Needlepointers.com

Covered Bridge Quilt Panel

Covered Bridge Quilt Panel

Do you have a beautiful scenic fabric panel? Here is an innovative way to utilize landscape fabric panels with this panel quilt pattern. Needlepointers.com Associate

Crazy Patch Christmas Ornaments

Crazy Patch Christmas Ornaments

Learn about these in-the-hoop machine embroidered Christmas ornaments from Designs by Juju. Needlepointers.com Associate

Cross Stitch Pullover Bib Project

Cross Stitch Pullover Bib Project

Baby cross stitch pullover bibs are thoughtful practical baby shower gifts for the mom-to-be or for the mom of a newborn. Or for your own baby.

Cross stitch bibs are a great way to create a soft, durable and personalized item for a lucky baby or toddler you love! 
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Cute Insulated Lunch Bag

Cute Insulated Lunch Bag

Free insulated and lined lunch bag pattern.

Daisy Table Runner

Daisy Table Runner

Learn how to make this table runner by watching our video and reading the description of the project.
The design is by Sweet Pea Machine Embroidery Designs.
Chris made this beautiful table runner as a gift to her Mom who loves flowers and the great outdoors.
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Diamond Overlay Scrapghan

Diamond Overlay Scrapghan

Use up all those leftover balls and skeins of yarn you have laying around with this colorful crochet scrap blanket pattern. Needlepointers.com Associate

DIY Crossbody Bag

DIY Crossbody Bag

Learn about the Crossbody Bag pattern and design by Sweet Pea Machine Embroidery designs and see Chris' Crossbody pack. Needlepointers.com Associate

DIY Little Girls Purse

DIY Little Girls Purse

Are you looking for a free purse pattern to sew for a toddler or small child? Learn about this precious free kid's purse pattern from Sewing Times. Be sure to download the free pattern. Needlepointers.com Associate

DIY Spider Halloween Coaster Tutorial

DIY Spider Halloween Coaster Tutorial

Decorate this fall with these DIY Machine Embroider Spider Halloween coasters featuring Kingstar Metallic Threads. Learn about this thread and also how and what you need to make adorable spider coasters. Needlepointers.com Associate

Dog Walking Bag

Dog Walking Bag

This in-the-hoop machine embroidered cross-body bag will come in handy when walking your dog. This dog walking bag has several pockets and a cross-body strap. Needlepointers.com Associate

Dumpling Kitty

Dumpling Kitty

Learn about this cute crocheted cat called Dumpling Kitty. The pattern is by Sarah Sloyer of Critterbeans and is free. Needlepointers Staff

Felt & Vinyl Spring Ornaments

Felt & Vinyl Spring Ornaments

Make some cute springtime ornaments for decorations with your embroidery machine, felt and vinyl. Needlepointers.com Associate

Fold 'N Stitch Wreath

Fold 'N Stitch Wreath

Needlepointers.com share a personal project, Fold 'n Stitch Wreath. This project can be used as a wall hanging or candle table topper.

Freestanding Lace Flowers

Freestanding Lace Flowers

Learn about these OESD freestanding lace flower machine embroidery designs and a demonstration on how to wrap a rose design. Needlepointers.com Associate

Ginger Crossbody Bag

Ginger Crossbody Bag

Learn about the Ginger Crossbody Bag Pattern by Sallie Tomato. This is a stylish bag you can make for yourself. Needlepointers.com Associate

Granny Treasure Blanket

Granny Treasure Blanket

Granny's Treasure Blanket - Learn about this crochet project. Needlepointers.com

Green Verical Stripe Quilt Pattern

Green Verical Stripe Quilt Pattern

This is a free PDF downloadable pattern for a vertical stripe quilt. Our quilt features nursery swaddle and cotton fabrics with a cozy fleece backing. Needlepointers.com Associate

Halloween Fun

Halloween Fun

Stir up some Halloween fun by creating a unique and cute Halloween themed wall hanging or quilt.
Halloween Fun by Lunch Box Quilt contains nine embroidery machine applique designs on CD. The different blocks are machine embroider and then assemble together.
To purchase the pattern and learn more about this project, click the above link.
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Hanging In-the-Hoop Towel Embroidery Design

Hanging In-the-Hoop Towel Embroidery Design

Learn how to make a hanging towel from a store purchased towel using an in-the-hoop design and embroidery machine. Needlepointers.com Associate

Heart Mug Rug

Heart Mug Rug

This heart mug rug is a personal machine embroidery project completed by Chris from Needlepointers.com. The design is an applique in-the-hoop design by Sweet Pea Machine Embroidery.

Heart Table Runner

Heart Table Runner

This cute heart table runner is a personal project made by Chris at Needlepointers.com.

Highlight Yellow Project Challenge

Highlight Yellow Project Challenge

A personal project completed by Needlepointers.com. This project was a challenge by a quilt guild to make something using highlight yellow fabric. This is the result of the challenge. Needlepointers.com

Hooded Nightgown

Hooded Nightgown

Learn about this hooded nightgown made by Annette for her granddaughter. This is one of McCall's easy sew patterns, pattern #7061.

How Does Your Garden Grow Tote Bag

How Does Your Garden Grow Tote Bag

Learn about this bag created by Chris. The panels of the bag are machine embroidered. The bag pattern is from Sweet Pea Machine Embroidery Designs.

I Love Bunnies Bag

I Love Bunnies Bag

This sweet tote bag was made by Chris from Needlepointers.com. Chris's daughter loves rabbits and owns two. She is very artsy-craftsy and choose all the coordinating fabrics for the project.

Inside Out Mats Pattern

Inside Out Mats Pattern

Make a set of four placemats completely on your sewing machine in a afternoon, no need to bind and no hand sewing, because of the self-binding technique you will learn.
Placemats are reversible.
Great gift giving idea!
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Machine Embroidered Butterfly Purse (Bag)

Machine Embroidered Butterfly Purse (Bag)

Learn about a machine embroidery project made by Chris from Needlepointers.com

Machine Embroidered Purse

Machine Embroidered Purse

This video show a purse made by Chris at Needlepointers.com. The purse has eight machine embroidered panels that are joined together.

Machine Embroidered Sewing Kit

Machine Embroidered Sewing Kit

This machine embroidered sewing kit is a personal project by Chris from Needlepointers.com. Pattern was purchased from Sweet Pea Machine Embroidery Designs. Learn more about this project. Needlepointers.com

Melford Messenger Bag

Melford Messenger Bag

Learn about a vintage looking messenger bag made by Annette from Needlepointers.com. The pattern used was Melford Messenger Bag by Charlie's Aunt.
By making purses and bags yourself, you create a bag that is different, unique and one-of-a-kind.

Milo The Reindeer

Milo The Reindeer

This Milo the Reindeer pattern is absolutely adorable. It is an Amigurumi crochet project. The downloadable PDF pattern comes with instructions to stitch all parts of the reindeer and accessories like a collar with bells or a scarf Needlepointers.com Associate

Minky Baby Quilt with Woodland Animals

Minky Baby Quilt with Woodland Animals

This is a minky baby blanket with a woodland animals theme. This self binding baby blanket makes binding with minky quick and easy. Needlepointers.com Associate

Mother's Day Pillow with Lace

Mother's Day Pillow with Lace

Here is a tutorial for creating a pillow that features machine embroidered words and flowers in the center and lace. The perfect gift for Mom! Needlepointers.com Associate

Mother's Day Pillow with Piping

Mother's Day Pillow with Piping

Make Mom a pretty machine embroider pillow to show your appreciation for all that she does. The pillow features machine embroidered words and flowers in the center and a piping. Needlepointers.com Associate

Motorway Blanket Pattern

Motorway Blanket Pattern

Does your kid love cars? Your little boy or little girl will love snuggling up with this fun, colorful crochet car-themed kids blanket. Get the free crochet blanket pattern. Needlepointers.com Associate

Northwoods Table Runner

Northwoods Table Runner

The Northwoods machine embroidery designs are perfect for the outdoor or National Parks lover! Machine embroider a beautiful table runner with Designs by Juju. Needlepointers.com Associate

Octagon Splendour Placemats

Octagon Splendour Placemats

A Kreative Kiwi Design! Machine embroider up some Octagon Splendor Placemats or table toppers with an in-the-hoop design by Kreative Kiwi. Needlepointers.com Associate

Pajama Pants Simplicity #2290

Pajama Pants Simplicity #2290

Making pajama pants is one of the easiest pieces of clothing you can sew. If you want to learn how to sew clothing, this is an excellent beginner sewing project.
This pattern is super simple and easy to make. Pattern has child, teen and adult sizes. So you can make pajamas for the entire family.
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Paper Doll Quilt

Paper Doll Quilt

This paper doll quilt is a personal project completed by Needlepointers.com. Needlepointers.com

Paper Pieced Table Runner (Personal Project)

Paper Pieced Table Runner (Personal Project)

This paper pieced table runner was made by Annette from Needlepointers.com.

Peekaboo Easter Stuffies

Peekaboo Easter Stuffies

Make some cute in the hoop stuffed animals with your embroidery machine. This peekaboo bunny and chick are perfect gifts for Easter baskets. Needlepointers.com Associate

Penguin Kit  - 18" Doll Crafts

Penguin Kit - 18" Doll Crafts

Learn about these two cute penguin friends which are easy to sew.

Pumpkin Cat Crochet Project (Amigurumi)

Pumpkin Cat Crochet Project (Amigurumi)

Stitch up these pumpkin cats purrfect for fall! These cats are crocheted and stuffed. Needlepointers.com Associate

Pumpkin Table Runner

Pumpkin Table Runner

This video shares the Machine Embroidered Pumpkin Table Runner project which was made by a staff member at Needlepointers.com. The pattern was purchased from Sweet Pea Machine Embroidery Designs. Needlepointers.com

Pumpkin Table Runner

Pumpkin Table Runner

This is a fun machine embroidered project for the holiday. The pattern is by Sweet Pea Machine Embroidery Designs. Learn more about this project made by Chris at Needlepointers.com. By Needlepointers.com

Quilt Reveal! Pen and Paper Sampler Quilt

Quilt Reveal! Pen and Paper Sampler Quilt

This page shows Chris's version of the Pen and Paper Sampler Quilt using a unique color scheme. She added a few additional borders with the larger border including an additional pattern, Sparrows also by Pen and Paper. Needlepointers.com Associate

Ragdoll Llama

Ragdoll Llama

This colorful ragdoll llama was recently crocheted by Chris with a free pattern by Spin a Yarn Crochet.
The Bernat Pipsqueak yarn gives the llama a fuzzy and cuddly fur. The charming decorative accents include a cute bobble necklace, bright multi-colored blanket and tassels on ears.
To learn more about this project and get the free pattern click the above link.
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Santa Cookie Placemat

Santa Cookie Placemat

This cute Santa Cookie Placemat is a personal machine embroidery project made by Chris from Needlepointers.com. Learn more about this quick and easy project. Needlepointers.com

Santa Mason Jar Cover

Santa Mason Jar Cover

Learn about this Santa jar cover and get the free pattern from Red Heart Yarn. By Needlepointers.com Staff

School or Team Themed Quillow

School or Team Themed Quillow

Learn about this school themed quillow or pillow quilt Chris made for her college student. This quillow can be made in any school or team color. It is perfect for a dorm or college apartment since it can be used as either a warm lap quilt or a pillow. Learn more..... Needlepointers.com Associate

Scoop It Up! Ice Cream Quilt

Scoop It Up! Ice Cream Quilt

This quilt pattern is a machine embroidery applique quilt pattern.
Learn more about this pattern, see more pictures and purchase the pattern here.
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Sensation Table Topper

Sensation Table Topper

This video shows a machine embroidered table topper named "Sensation Table Centre Piece" made from a pattern by Sweet Pea Machine Embroidery designs made by Chris at Needlepointers.com. Needlepointers.com

Snowflakes and Animals Table Runner

Snowflakes and Animals Table Runner

Learn about this Snowflakes and Animals Table runner made by Chris with an embroidery machine with a design by Sweet Pea Machine Embroidery Designs. Needlepointers.com

Snowman Machine Embroidered Tissue Box Covers

Snowman Machine Embroidered Tissue Box Covers

Snowman Tissue Box Cover project is shared. These tissue box covers are made with an embroidery machine from a pattern purchased at Embroidery Garden. They make cute Christmas gifts for teachers, friends and relatives. Needlepointers.com

Southfields Table Runner Project

Southfields Table Runner Project

This Southfields table runner made by Chris was made from a pattern Southfields available in the Tabletastic 2 book by Doug Leko. Learn more about this project by watching our video and reading this article. Needlepointers.com Associate

Spring Flower Table Runner

Spring Flower Table Runner

This pretty Spring Flowers table runner was machine embroidered by Chris with a pattern from Sweet Pea Machine Embroidery Designs. Watch our video to find out more and purchase pattern and supplies. By Needlepointers.com Staff

Star Table Topper

Star Table Topper

Learn more about the pretty Star table topper made by Chris from Needlepointers.com. This a machine embroidery design made by Sweet Pea Machine Embroidery Designs.

Star Wars Quilt

Star Wars Quilt

May the Force be with you!

Chris from Needlepointers.com shows and explains about the Star Wars Quilt she made for her son.

Sunflower and Bee Table Runner

Sunflower and Bee Table Runner

This run whimsical table runner was machine embroidered by Chris with a pattern from Sweet Pea Machine Embroidery Designs. Watch our video to find out more and purchase patterns and supplies. Needlepointers.com Staff

Sweet Dreams Baby Quilt

Sweet Dreams Baby Quilt

Baby quilts are so much fun to make and gift. This Sweet Dreams quilt pattern is a cute, adorable example of a baby quilt to sew. It's a crib-size quilt that shows a family of bears sleeping under a patchwork quilt. Needlepointers.com Associate

Swirly Placemat (Tabletopper)

Swirly Placemat (Tabletopper)

This quick and easy swirly placemat (tabletopper) is a personal machine embroidery project made by Chris from Needlepointers.com. Learn more about this project.

T-Shirt Pop Up Storage Bin

T-Shirt Pop Up Storage Bin

Turn special t-shirts into fantastic pop-up containers. Great Christmas, birthday or graduation gift for teens or college student. Learn about this project. Needlepointers.com

Tabletop Tannenbaum

Tabletop Tannenbaum

Whip up a Christmas tree in no time with this pattern. Need a unique gift? This handmade tabletop tree would be a wonderful gift for a friend, relative or co-worker. Needlepointers.com

Teddy Bear Lovey

Teddy Bear Lovey

Crocheting a baby lovey using the link to a free teddy bear crochet lovey pattern is a way to make something special for a baby or toddler. Needlepointers.com Associate

Thank You EOS Lip Balm

Thank You EOS Lip Balm

Our machine embroidery expert, Chris, has made many of these as gifts. Give them to teachers, friends, family or as a hostess gift. Learn more about this craft project. Needlepointers.com

Tissue Box CoverUps by Tiger Lily Press

Tissue Box CoverUps by Tiger Lily Press

Cover that ugly tissue box with a fabric tissue box cover. This pattern has 6 fun styles for four size s of tissue boxes.
To purchase the pattern, please click the above link. In addition find helpful tips for making this project.
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Tooth Fairy Pillow/Pouch

Tooth Fairy Pillow/Pouch

Cute tooth fairy pillows/pouches were made by Chris from Needlepointers.com. Find out more about this project. Needlepointers.com

Tuna and Bones Amigurumi Patterns

Tuna and Bones Amigurumi Patterns

Tuna and Bones are free amigurumi patterns of a dog and cat that are perfect for crocheters. Get the free patterns, grab your hooks and get ready to create some of the cutest amigurumi toys. Needlepointers.com Associate

Valentine Table Runner

Valentine Table Runner

This is a personal project made by Annette from Needlepointers.com. Learn more about this project.

Valentine's Heart Candy Holder

Valentine's Heart Candy Holder

Learn about these cute Valentine's Day heart candy favors.

Whirlwind Quilt

Whirlwind Quilt

Learn about this Whirlwind Quilt that Chris made with a kit and pattern purchased from Fat Quarter Shop. Needlepointers.com Associate

Woodland Forest Friends Baby Quilt

Woodland Forest Friends Baby Quilt

This Woodland Forest Friends quilt incorporates two panels into an adorable quilt. Learn more about this quilt. Needlepointers.com Associate

Wristlet - Machine Embroider Wristlet

Wristlet - Machine Embroider Wristlet

Learn about this in-the-hoop machine embroidery wristlet project and where to get the pattern and supplies to make it. Needlepointers.com Staff


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Machine Embroidery - Towels

I love to give towels as gifts for holidays including Easter, Mother's Day, Christmas and July 4th. They also make wonderful birthday gifts. Below are some machine embroidered towel projects I've made. The project pages include links to where to find the. . .(more)




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