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HELP!!!
Do you have a new machine and just can't figure out how to get started?
Are you breaking more needles than you would like? Are you confused
about what needle size and shape would be best for your project? Do you
just want to know what "roving" is?
For information on these topics and for a
downloadable tutorial on how to make flat felt from roving using your needle
felting machine, you should check out our Free Tutorial and Info Pages.
Of course, if you don't find the answers to
your questions there or in our Frequently Asked Questions,
feel free to email me at tryourdesigns@aol.com
and I will do my best to help.
Swarovski Crystals!!
Sampler Packs
Save You Money
while allowing you to buy a wider assortment of colors!!
Are you tired of having to buy 144 crystals in each color that you
want or having to pay outrageous prices for smaller quantities? So was
I. That is why I have started to offer SAMPLER packages of crystals
that allow you to buy as few as 18 crystals in each color while still
getting the price per crystal you would get if you bought 144.
NOW, 16 new
additional colors in SS16!!
You can save as much as 25% off the price of genuine Swarovski
Crystals by purchasing the Crystal Samplers.
Just added!! Crystals in Stone
Size (SS)20....
You can start shopping for crystals by clicking here.
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Great New Embroidery Scissors
For those of you who know me well, I am always on the
outlook for the BEST pair of scissors I can find. About a year ago, I
added Denise's Favorite Thread Snips to the website and found that a lot of
you liked them too. Now, I have found another great pair of
scissors. These 4" scissors are, far and away, the sharpest
little scissors I have ever found. So, I have added them to the
website too, for those of you who are always on the outlook for a great pair
of scissors. You can check them out by clicking here.
New Books Section
I have just added a selection of books that I think that any
machine needle felter should have in their library. I think that you
will find these books are great for breaking artistic block, learning new
techniques, and new ideas for how to use your needle felting machine.
Click here to check them out.
Check Out the NEW Fancy
Embroidery Thread Sets from Madeira.
The 2 kits contain a total of 34 colors of metallic and Supertwist colors. Why pay over $3.00 per spool when you only
need a little bit. With these kits, you can get all 34 colors for less
than $40.00. Click here for more info.
Now Accepting Applications for
Wholesale Accounts.
Click Here for more
info.
Babylock 12 needle Embellisher
Well, I got my new machine on
Friday, June 20th. I am working with it now and posting information
about my experience for those who are interested. You can click
here to see how I am fairing with it.
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Now Carrying Clover Hand Needle Felting Tools
Clover has come out with two really nice needle holders
for felting needles. The older style holds 5 needles. The newer
style holds 1 to 3 needles and looks like a pen. Both are easy to hold
and don't tire your hands and wrists. I really love the new pen
style.
But, if you have a machine, why do you need a hand
needle felting tool. Have you ever laid out a project and when you
take it to the machine, all of the piece shift on you? The pen style
tool may be the answer to that problem. Try laying out your project on
a piece of 2 inch thick foam rubber. You can buy this at most fabric
and upholstery stores. I have a piece that is 12" by
18". I lay out my design on the foam and then use the pen tool
with the 3 needles to baste everything in place. If I am working with
a large project that is all made of roving, then I lay a piece of Vilene
between the foam and the roving. The Vilene helps when you separate a
large piece from the foam.
This is a great way to layout landscapes, seascapes and
the like without having to worry about everything shifting on you. I
particularly like to use this method when I am adding small pieces that I
want to stay in a particular place. Just a couple of punches with the
pen style tool and it is going to stay right where you want it when you go
to use your machine.
CLICK here to check them
out.
Info regarding Replacement Needle
Holder for Janome XPressions
I have just tested all of the needles that we carry and
they DO WORK with the Janome XPression (FM-725) if you have the new needle
holder that takes individual needles. This new needle holder kit is
available from your Janome Dealer. Tell the dealer that you want Part
Number 725822004 Changeable 5-Needle Unit. It is listed under the
accessories for the FM-725 on the Janome website if your dealer has a
question about it. If your dealer cannot get it for you or if you do
not have a dealer nearby, check the Links section in the left column for
Ashby's Sewing Center, a Janome dealer who will ship this part to you.
Once you have the new changeable needle holder, SAVE MONEY by buying your
replacement needles from us. To help you decide on the needles that
will work best with your projects, we have just posted a paper with guidance on which
needle to use with which fiber or fabric. Check it out by clicking here.
To BUY the needles, click here.
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