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Taking a few days off this week after the launch of my hand embroidery course to spend with the people I love the most❤️. We haven’t had snow like this in years! If you live in a place with regular snow…high five. We’re not built for it 🤣

Taking a few days off this week after the launch of my hand embroidery course to spend with the people I love the most❤️. We haven’t had snow like this in years! If you live in a place with regular snow…high five. We’re not built for it 🤣

Would you believe this is made using 7 beginner friendly embroidery stitches🥳🥳

Would you believe this is made using 7 beginner friendly embroidery stitches🥳🥳

Questions are my favorite! Today, I’m answering three that I’ve seen recently about my new hand-embroidery course, which is open now for enrollment! Have questions? DM me.

#handmade #handembroidery #embroiderytutorial #handembroidery @membershipio

Questions are my favorite! Today, I’m answering three that I’ve seen recently about my new hand-embroidery course, which is open now for enrollment! Have questions? DM me.

#handmade #handembroidery #embroiderytutorial #handembroidery @membershipio

Inside Module Three of the Beginner’s Guide to Confident Hand Embroidery, we are diving into a project that shares how to bring our simple stitches together into complex looking designs. Believe it or not, these four stitches are completely beginner friendly. We learn each of them, plus a few more inside Module Two! If you’re interested in learning more check my link in bio!

#handembroidery @dmcthreads #handmade #handembroider

Inside Module Three of the Beginner’s Guide to Confident Hand Embroidery, we are diving into a project that shares how to bring our simple stitches together into complex looking designs. Believe it or not, these four stitches are completely beginner friendly. We learn each of them, plus a few more inside Module Two! If you’re interested in learning more check my link in bio!

#handembroidery @dmcthreads #handmade #handembroider

Last up on our top 5 YouTube videos for Southern Sewing Co. is the hand embroidered swaddle video! This has been forever one of my favorites and is really what sparked me to want to teach others to sew. I didn’t know there was a need, honestly. I posted this video just on a whim. Within a year, I had millions of views on Pinterest, hundreds of thousands on YouTube, and insane notifications coming from my website. It has been so fun seeing everyone’s creations, and now, being able to offer a whole kit to make these yourself! If you’d like to see which YouTube videos made the list, check out my link in bio!
#handembroidery #handmade #create #dmc @dmc_embroidery

Last up on our top 5 YouTube videos for Southern Sewing Co. is the hand embroidered swaddle video! This has been forever one of my favorites and is really what sparked me to want to teach others to sew. I didn’t know there was a need, honestly. I posted this video just on a whim. Within a year, I had millions of views on Pinterest, hundreds of thousands on YouTube, and insane notifications coming from my website. It has been so fun seeing everyone’s creations, and now, being able to offer a whole kit to make these yourself! If you’d like to see which YouTube videos made the list, check out my link in bio!
#handembroidery #handmade #create #dmc @dmc_embroidery

The hand embroidered knit sweater tutorial has made its way to the #2 spot in my top YouTube videos on my journey to 10K subscribers. This one is so special to me. Find a full tutorial and downloadable PDF in my link in bio!
#handembroidery #knitsweater #embroidery #handmadebaby

The hand embroidered knit sweater tutorial has made its way to the #2 spot in my top YouTube videos on my journey to 10K subscribers. This one is so special to me. Find a full tutorial and downloadable PDF in my link in bio!
#handembroidery #knitsweater #embroidery #handmadebaby

If you have been wanting to learn hand embroidery, but are completely overwhelmed by where to start, what supplies you need, how to create beautiful projects, just know you’re not alone. Have you spent hours on YouTube learning stitch videos but no one ever covers the basics like how to tie off or switch threads?
I have designed the beginner’s guide to confident hand embroidery just for you. Whether you’re a complete beginner or you’ve got some experience, I will take you from threading a needle all the way to creating your own templates and personalizing your designs in an easy to follow road map. Comment COURSE below…let’s do this together!

#handmade #handembroidery #personalizedprojects

If you have been wanting to learn hand embroidery, but are completely overwhelmed by where to start, what supplies you need, how to create beautiful projects, just know you’re not alone. Have you spent hours on YouTube learning stitch videos but no one ever covers the basics like how to tie off or switch threads?
I have designed the beginner’s guide to confident hand embroidery just for you. Whether you’re a complete beginner or you’ve got some experience, I will take you from threading a needle all the way to creating your own templates and personalizing your designs in an easy to follow road map. Comment COURSE below…let’s do this together!

#handmade #handembroidery #personalizedprojects

Looking for free and easy baby quilt patterns? I always am too! I created a YouTube video of my top 5 favorite free baby quilt tutorials…and it’s made its way to #3 on my top YouTube videos! Find them on my newest blog post (link in bio).

#handmade #babyquilt #quiltlove @kitchentablequilting

Looking for free and easy baby quilt patterns? I always am too! I created a YouTube video of my top 5 favorite free baby quilt tutorials…and it’s made its way to #3 on my top YouTube videos! Find them on my newest blog post (link in bio).

#handmade #babyquilt #quiltlove @kitchentablequilting

#2 on the top YouTube videos for Southern Sewing Co. is how to hand embroider a knit sweater! This is one of my favorite tutorials and it’s so fun to make! With this cold weather we’re having…now may be the perfect time to try this out if you haven’t already. Find the tutorial in my link in bio, or under the ‘top 5 YouTube videos’ blog post!

#handembroidered #knitsweater #handembroidery

#2 on the top YouTube videos for Southern Sewing Co. is how to hand embroider a knit sweater! This is one of my favorite tutorials and it’s so fun to make! With this cold weather we’re having…now may be the perfect time to try this out if you haven’t already. Find the tutorial in my link in bio, or under the ‘top 5 YouTube videos’ blog post!

#handembroidered #knitsweater #handembroidery

The #3 Top YouTube video kind of surprised me! This is a compilation of my favorite free baby quilt patterns that I have used over the years…I can’t help but think that this super cute baby model is the reason for all of the views! He’s adorable.

#handmade #babyquilt #freepattern #quilttutorial

The #3 Top YouTube video kind of surprised me! This is a compilation of my favorite free baby quilt patterns that I have used over the years…I can’t help but think that this super cute baby model is the reason for all of the views! He’s adorable.

#handmade #babyquilt #freepattern #quilttutorial

Try an X-acto knife! This week, I’ve been sharing the top five favorites YouTube videos on my channel. #4 is the Personalized Baby Quilt Tutorial. Inside, you’ll find the supplies, tips and tricks to get perfect lettering. You can use this idea for any quilt!
#handmade #babyquilt #babyquilts #freemotionquilting

Try an X-acto knife! This week, I’ve been sharing the top five favorites YouTube videos on my channel. #4 is the Personalized Baby Quilt Tutorial. Inside, you’ll find the supplies, tips and tricks to get perfect lettering. You can use this idea for any quilt!
#handmade #babyquilt #babyquilts #freemotionquilting

Top YouTube video #4 is….The Personalized Baby Name Quilt. These name quilts are really what got Southern Sewing Co started and the heart of my business. I create at least one of these per week for my Etsy shop and was so excited to create this tutorial, sharing exactly how to make these easy quilts. Find the blog post with the top 5 favorites and links to find them in my link in bio!
#babyquilt #personalizedbaby #handmade #babyquilts #tutorials

Top YouTube video #4 is….The Personalized Baby Name Quilt. These name quilts are really what got Southern Sewing Co started and the heart of my business. I create at least one of these per week for my Etsy shop and was so excited to create this tutorial, sharing exactly how to make these easy quilts. Find the blog post with the top 5 favorites and links to find them in my link in bio!
#babyquilt #personalizedbaby #handmade #babyquilts #tutorials

If you are overwhelmed with what supplies you may need to hand embroider, know you’re not alone! Supplies are easily the #1 question that I get across all platforms.

Inside the Beginner’s Guide to Confident Hand Embroidery Course, I’m giving you-

-Complete Supplies Cheat Sheet (that won’t break the bank)
-A breakdown on how to use each one
-How to choose what’s right for your project.
+full stitch tutorials, projects, creating templates and more!

It’s taken me years to boil this list down to exactly what you need, and nothing more. Comment COURSE below, and I’ll share how to get started!

#handembroidery #embroiderysupplies #dmc

If you are overwhelmed with what supplies you may need to hand embroider, know you’re not alone! Supplies are easily the #1 question that I get across all platforms.

Inside the Beginner’s Guide to Confident Hand Embroidery Course, I’m giving you-

-Complete Supplies Cheat Sheet (that won’t break the bank)
-A breakdown on how to use each one
-How to choose what’s right for your project.
+full stitch tutorials, projects, creating templates and more!

It’s taken me years to boil this list down to exactly what you need, and nothing more. Comment COURSE below, and I’ll share how to get started!

#handembroidery #embroiderysupplies #dmc

Yep! That’s right. This week, I’m sharing my top 5 YouTube videos..and #5 on the list is all about using your walking foot to quilt your own quilt. Find out what you need, and how to quilt using your walking foot in this video! Click my link in bio for more information.
#quilting #babylock #walkingfoot #walkingfootquilting @babylocksewing

Yep! That’s right. This week, I’m sharing my top 5 YouTube videos..and #5 on the list is all about using your walking foot to quilt your own quilt. Find out what you need, and how to quilt using your walking foot in this video! Click my link in bio for more information.
#quilting #babylock #walkingfoot #walkingfootquilting @babylocksewing

In honor of officially surpassing 10K subscribers on YouTube, I am sharing the top 5 videos from my channel, and the results may surprise you or (hopefully) inspire you to create something new this year! You’ll have to wait until the end to find out which video got nearly 350K views so far!

#5 TOP video on my YouTube Channel is from the Beginner Quilting Series! Part Five is all about quilting with a walking foot which a great alternative to sending it off to the long armer. If you’ve created a quilt and want to quilt it yourself…this is a great resource! Find a link to the full blog post in my link in bio. Have you used your walking foot to quilt before?? What do you think?
#walkingfoot #babylock #quilting #quilt @babylocksewing

In honor of officially surpassing 10K subscribers on YouTube, I am sharing the top 5 videos from my channel, and the results may surprise you or (hopefully) inspire you to create something new this year! You’ll have to wait until the end to find out which video got nearly 350K views so far!

#5 TOP video on my YouTube Channel is from the Beginner Quilting Series! Part Five is all about quilting with a walking foot which a great alternative to sending it off to the long armer. If you’ve created a quilt and want to quilt it yourself…this is a great resource! Find a link to the full blog post in my link in bio. Have you used your walking foot to quilt before?? What do you think?
#walkingfoot #babylock #quilting #quilt @babylocksewing

I see you. You’re excited about learning hand embroidery, but the frustration and overwhelm are making it hard to take that next step. Maybe you’ve tried a few stitches, but they don’t look quite right. Or perhaps you’re staring at all the supplies you think you need, unsure of where to begin. I’ve been there, and I want you to know you’re not alone.

That’s why I created this course: to take the guesswork out of hand embroidery and guide you with clear, step-by-step instruction. Whether it’s choosing supplies, mastering stitches, or creating designs, I’m here to help you move past the overwhelm and discover the joy of embroidery.

***Comment COURSE below…and I’ll send a link directly to you to get you started. ****

This isn’t about being perfect. It’s about learning, practicing, and feeling proud of what you create. I’m here to support you every step of the way, and I can’t wait to see what you’ll accomplish.
Imagine the excitement of picking up your needle, starting a project with confidence, and seeing it all come together beautifully. That’s what’s waiting for you—and I’d love to help you get there

I see you. You’re excited about learning hand embroidery, but the frustration and overwhelm are making it hard to take that next step. Maybe you’ve tried a few stitches, but they don’t look quite right. Or perhaps you’re staring at all the supplies you think you need, unsure of where to begin. I’ve been there, and I want you to know you’re not alone.

That’s why I created this course: to take the guesswork out of hand embroidery and guide you with clear, step-by-step instruction. Whether it’s choosing supplies, mastering stitches, or creating designs, I’m here to help you move past the overwhelm and discover the joy of embroidery.

***Comment COURSE below…and I’ll send a link directly to you to get you started. ****

This isn’t about being perfect. It’s about learning, practicing, and feeling proud of what you create. I’m here to support you every step of the way, and I can’t wait to see what you’ll accomplish.
Imagine the excitement of picking up your needle, starting a project with confidence, and seeing it all come together beautifully. That’s what’s waiting for you—and I’d love to help you get there

We just wrapped up the 3-Day Stitch Challenge, and I am beyond grateful for everyone who joined in! 🎉 Seeing your beautiful stitches and creative progress was so inspiring—it reminded me why I love sharing this craft with others. 💖

If you missed the challenge (or if you loved it and want to keep going!), I’ve got something exciting for you. The Confident Hand-Embroidery Course is officially OPEN NOW! 🧵✨ This course is designed to take you step-by-step through the basics and beyond, so you can start creating personalized, meaningful projects with confidence.

Enrollment is open until January 18th, and I’d love for you to join us! Let’s make something beautiful together. 💕 Tap the link in my bio to learn more.
@ali.and.oli  #EmbroideryChallenge #ConfidentEmbroidery #LearnEmbroidery #HandEmbroideryForBeginners #CreativeOutlet #CraftYourJoy #EmbroideryCommunity

We just wrapped up the 3-Day Stitch Challenge, and I am beyond grateful for everyone who joined in! 🎉 Seeing your beautiful stitches and creative progress was so inspiring—it reminded me why I love sharing this craft with others. 💖

If you missed the challenge (or if you loved it and want to keep going!), I’ve got something exciting for you. The Confident Hand-Embroidery Course is officially OPEN NOW! 🧵✨ This course is designed to take you step-by-step through the basics and beyond, so you can start creating personalized, meaningful projects with confidence.

Enrollment is open until January 18th, and I’d love for you to join us! Let’s make something beautiful together. 💕 Tap the link in my bio to learn more.
@ali.and.oli  #EmbroideryChallenge #ConfidentEmbroidery #LearnEmbroidery #HandEmbroideryForBeginners #CreativeOutlet #CraftYourJoy #EmbroideryCommunity

The 3 Day Stitch Challenge wrapped up today and it was amazing 🙌🏻. I can’t wait to share this cute project I created for it.

The 3 Day Stitch Challenge wrapped up today and it was amazing 🙌🏻. I can’t wait to share this cute project I created for it.

Celebrating 10K subscribers on YouTube today!! I know this number may sound dismal compared to some channels…but considering that I’ve grown this number from 0, it’s a lot to me and a goal that I’ve had! Thank you to every single person that’s taken the time to watch a video tutorial or followed along with me! This means the world to me. 100k…here I come💪🏻
#youtubepartner #10k #10kfollowers

Celebrating 10K subscribers on YouTube today!! I know this number may sound dismal compared to some channels…but considering that I’ve grown this number from 0, it’s a lot to me and a goal that I’ve had! Thank you to every single person that’s taken the time to watch a video tutorial or followed along with me! This means the world to me. 100k…here I come💪🏻
#youtubepartner #10k #10kfollowers

We’re embroidering some jeans today to spice them up🥰

#dmcthreads @dmc_embroidery #handembroidery #reverseapplique

We’re embroidering some jeans today to spice them up🥰

#dmcthreads @dmc_embroidery #handembroidery #reverseapplique

A little reverse appliqué mixed with hand embroidery today ❤️. I hope this inspires you to bring out that old pair of jeans and add something beautiful 😀
@riflepaperco @dmc_embroidery
#handembroidery #applique #dmcthreads

A little reverse appliqué mixed with hand embroidery today ❤️. I hope this inspires you to bring out that old pair of jeans and add something beautiful 😀
@riflepaperco @dmc_embroidery
#handembroidery #applique #dmcthreads

You’ve got questions and I’ve got answers! By days away…I mean the Stitch Challenge starts tomorrow! Today is the last day to sign up ❤️❤️. Find a link in my bio!
#handembroidery

You’ve got questions and I’ve got answers! By days away…I mean the Stitch Challenge starts tomorrow! Today is the last day to sign up ❤️❤️. Find a link in my bio!
#handembroidery

Tomorrow is the last day to register for the 3 Day Stitch Challenge! Find a link in my bio to get signed up ❤️. Happy Sunday everyone!

Tomorrow is the last day to register for the 3 Day Stitch Challenge! Find a link in my bio to get signed up ❤️. Happy Sunday everyone!

If you’re looking for a little motivation this New Year, I got you!
✨ 3 Days, 3 Stitches, Endless Creativity! ✨
Learn the basics of hand embroidery and create something beautiful! Join my FREE 3-Day Live Stitch Challenge where you’ll learn:
🧵 Day 1: The Backstitch – perfect for outlines
🧵 Day 2: The Chain Stitch– add texture and depth
🧵 Day 3: The Lazy Daisy – make simple floral designs and we will put everything together into a project! Choose from 6 motivational templates for your New Year embroidery journey❤️

📅 Starts this Tuesday!
🎟 Sign up now and get your exclusive Starter Kit PDF! LINK IN BIO❤️

#handembroidery #embroidery #confidentstitcher #dmcthreads

If you’re looking for a little motivation this New Year, I got you!
✨ 3 Days, 3 Stitches, Endless Creativity! ✨
Learn the basics of hand embroidery and create something beautiful! Join my FREE 3-Day Live Stitch Challenge where you’ll learn:
🧵 Day 1: The Backstitch – perfect for outlines
🧵 Day 2: The Chain Stitch– add texture and depth
🧵 Day 3: The Lazy Daisy – make simple floral designs and we will put everything together into a project! Choose from 6 motivational templates for your New Year embroidery journey❤️

📅 Starts this Tuesday!
🎟 Sign up now and get your exclusive Starter Kit PDF! LINK IN BIO❤️

#handembroidery #embroidery #confidentstitcher #dmcthreads

Have you ever wondered how well Mark-B-Gone pens work?? Watch as I use one on this finished quilt to map out my free motion quilted personalization! Find a link in my stories ❤️

@dritzsewing @uniquefabricpanels #handmade #freemotionquilting #freemotion #customquilt #babyquilt #quilt

Have you ever wondered how well Mark-B-Gone pens work?? Watch as I use one on this finished quilt to map out my free motion quilted personalization! Find a link in my stories ❤️

@dritzsewing @uniquefabricpanels #handmade #freemotionquilting #freemotion #customquilt #babyquilt #quilt

He’s the sweetest sometimes 🥰

#workingwithkids #quilting #babylock #babylocksewing @babylocksewing

He’s the sweetest sometimes 🥰

#workingwithkids #quilting #babylock #babylocksewing @babylocksewing

The FREE 3 Day LIVE Stitch Challenge that I’ll be hosting, beginning on Tuesday, January 7th at 11AM (EST) is almost here! If learning to hand embroider is on your list for 2025, I’m breaking down three beginner stitches for you step-by-step. As a bonus for signing up, I’ll be sending you a Starter Guide, with the exact supplies you’ll need to get started, templates for our project to choose from and a quick stitch guide. Find a LINK IN BIO❤️

💪🏻Here’s what we’ll learn:

❤️Day One: The Backstitch
❤️Day Two: The Chain Stitch
❤️Day Three: The Lazy Daisy & Bring Our Knowledge Together and Embroider an Item of Your Choice!

I’ll break down each stitch and provide tips to achieving consistency. If you can’t attend live, I’ll be sending the replays to those who sign up. The new year is the perfect time to start something meaningful. By learning hand-embroidery, you’re not just learning a new skill—you’re investing in your own happiness and creativity. Start where you are, and enjoy the process!

If you have any questions...Feel free to comment below! Can’t wait to see you next week!

The FREE 3 Day LIVE Stitch Challenge that I’ll be hosting, beginning on Tuesday, January 7th at 11AM (EST) is almost here! If learning to hand embroider is on your list for 2025, I’m breaking down three beginner stitches for you step-by-step. As a bonus for signing up, I’ll be sending you a Starter Guide, with the exact supplies you’ll need to get started, templates for our project to choose from and a quick stitch guide. Find a LINK IN BIO❤️

💪🏻Here’s what we’ll learn:

❤️Day One: The Backstitch
❤️Day Two: The Chain Stitch
❤️Day Three: The Lazy Daisy & Bring Our Knowledge Together and Embroider an Item of Your Choice!

I’ll break down each stitch and provide tips to achieving consistency. If you can’t attend live, I’ll be sending the replays to those who sign up. The new year is the perfect time to start something meaningful. By learning hand-embroidery, you’re not just learning a new skill—you’re investing in your own happiness and creativity. Start where you are, and enjoy the process!

If you have any questions...Feel free to comment below! Can’t wait to see you next week!

As 2025 rolls in and I create videos like this, it’s easy to reflect on what a year it’s been! My family and sewing are two important things in my life. One wouldn’t thrive without the other ❤️. I can’t wait to see what 2025 holds for the Ponder’s and Southern Sewing Co.!
#hello2025 #happynewyear

As 2025 rolls in and I create videos like this, it’s easy to reflect on what a year it’s been! My family and sewing are two important things in my life. One wouldn’t thrive without the other ❤️. I can’t wait to see what 2025 holds for the Ponder’s and Southern Sewing Co.!
#hello2025 #happynewyear

If learning to hand embroider is on your list for 2025…I’m hosting a free LIVE 3 Day Stitch Challenge! Comment CHALLENGE below and I’ll send the info to your inbox. Below is a quick break down of what we will be learning together!

Day One: The Backstitch
Day Two: The Chain Stitch
Day Three: The Lazy Daisy…and we’re putting it together in a project together.

As a bonus for signing up, I’ll be sending you a PDF of the exact supplies you need to get started with embroidery and for this challenge. 2025…let’s do this thing!!
#handembroidery #confidentstitcher #embroidery #learntosew

If learning to hand embroider is on your list for 2025…I’m hosting a free LIVE 3 Day Stitch Challenge! Comment CHALLENGE below and I’ll send the info to your inbox. Below is a quick break down of what we will be learning together!

Day One: The Backstitch
Day Two: The Chain Stitch
Day Three: The Lazy Daisy…and we’re putting it together in a project together.

As a bonus for signing up, I’ll be sending you a PDF of the exact supplies you need to get started with embroidery and for this challenge. 2025…let’s do this thing!!
#handembroidery #confidentstitcher #embroidery #learntosew

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