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Our amazing Darina shares some of the projects she has made using our Large Applique LettersPosted: 25/9/2021 -
Darina is our queen of ideas. Here she shares her quick and easy method to join quilted blocks to make larger panels or even quilts.Posted: 14/9/2021 -
Barbel shares how to make this Table Runner with any 8 inch block, plus her free half square Triangle BlockPosted: 15/3/2021 -
Hokis shared her adorable Easter Bunny Basket with our Facebook Group, and was inaundated with requests on how she made it. Hokis very kindly shared this information for us. It is so cute!!Posted: 8/3/2021 -
Darina shares how to make these cute Fabric Baskets - we've used our Free Bunny Applique Set, but you can add any design to these BasketsPosted: 21/2/2021 -
Our fantastic Kreative Kiwi Group have shared Worldwide Links showing where they purchase their BattingPosted: 23/12/2020 -
Kym very kindly shared her Instructions for making the popular re-useable Shopping Bags that you can keep in your handbag and un-fold when you need them. Thanks so much KymPosted: 6/8/2020 -
Mastered machine embroidery, but not so confident on your sewing machine? Start with a cushion - Darina shares 3 ways to complete a cushion with a professional finish, so you can confidentially show off your beautiful embroidery designsPosted: 12/3/2020 -
Darina uses a quick easy method to make, join and bind her embroidered blocks, which creates a beautiful professional finish for her Table runner.Posted: 30/11/2019 -
This tree skirt sample consists of embroidered, jelly roll and stippled blocks from Kreative kiwi, but can be made with any design you likePosted: 30/11/2019 -
Having problems with your embroidery thread breaking? When this question was posted on our Facebook Group - Sandie Beltran posted this amazingly detailed Check List . Sandie has very kindly allowed us to post on the Website, so you can all share her tipsPosted: 18/8/2019 -
I often get asked about my scissor stabilizer and thread nets so I thought I would make a short info video and tell you a little about the ones I use and why I like them.Posted: 30/7/2019 -
Many of our Large Appliques are quite stitch intensive, so it's important not only to use the correct Stabiliser, but to also minimise any stabiliser movement within the hoop. Watch Kay's video showing how you can add tape to your hoop, to minimise any chance of your stabiliser moving while you are stitching your design.Posted: 27/6/2019 -
or even better - YOUR DESIGNS ARE WRONG!Posted: 27/6/2019 -
Feeling confused about Stabilisers? Take a minute to watch Sue from OML Embroidery discuss the different type of Stabilisers availablePosted: 24/6/2019 -
We've all had it happen - we get to the end of the design and 'something' is off - read this to learn how we fixed this issuePosted: 21/6/2019 -
Darina has done it again! Here she shares how you can spruce up your Sewing Room with not only a pretty cover for your Machine, but a practical mat (which stops machine vibration) with handy snap on pockets to hold your bits and piecesPosted: 31/5/2019 -
Darina is inspiring us again, with her very cute Aprons for her Grand-daughters - Darina kindly shares her InstructionsPosted: 27/2/2019 -
Our very clever Cathy kreated this very cute Tea Bag Holder using our Free In the hoop Tea Cup. Thanks so much for sharing CathyPosted: 15/2/2019 -
Our fantastic Kreative Kiwi Group have shared Worldwide Links showing where they purchase their Water Soluble StabiliserPosted: 7/2/2019 -
Everyone absolutely Loved Darina's In the hoop Sleeping Bag for Ted. Now Darina shares how to make a Sleeping Bag to fit any size doll/teddyPosted: 1/2/2019 -
Ever wonder what 'Quilt as you go' means - Sue kindly shares how she made her Mandala 'Quilt as you Go' Table Runner, which shows how to Quilt as you go!Posted: 1/2/2019 -
Need a Table Runner pattern that you can use with just about any Embroidery Design, and can make to any length? Plus it's reversible! Darina shares her beautiful Table Runner pattern with usPosted: 23/1/2019 -
Suzanne has very kindly shared how she modified our In the hoop Notebook Cover to add straps, closing flap, pen holder and a pocket for her amazing Bible Cover. Also Suzanne has shared the embroidery files to create matching Straps Thank you so much SuzannePosted: 26/11/2018 -
Want to know how to create a unique, personal, but very very practical gift? Darina shares how she makes her I-Pad Pouch.Posted: 29/10/2018 -
Kym shares another 'kreative' way to enhance our Free In the hoop TeddyPosted: 28/10/2018 -
Create memorable Christmas Gifts when you share your passion for Machine Embroidery and give personal Gifts they will treasurePosted: 14/10/2018 -
Achieve neat joins when you use Kim's foolproof Batting trimming methodPosted: 5/10/2018 -
Make a super cute gift for a little one when you make these gorgeous Sleeping Bags for little dolls. Darina shows us howPosted: 25/9/2018 -
Having trouble trimming back your Batting on our Coasters or Large Appliques? Sue shows us how she creates a Template which enables you to pre-cut your BattingPosted: 25/9/2018 -
Faye shows us how to Up-cycle those favorite fabric scraps that you just cant throw away and make your own very unique Crazy Patch fabric.Posted: 25/9/2018 -
Want to know how to enhance your Crazy Patch or In the hoop Notebooks with a closing Tab? Faye shows us how to create the Tab, and add it while you are stitching your designPosted: 11/9/2018 -
We've changed the way you get your Freebies!Posted: 18/8/2018 -
This is a nice project for a beginner. The bag has no zips, or, complicated bits, relying instead on a simple drawcord design to open/close and provide the carry back straps. Designed originally, as a swim bag, but is a versatile style of bag that can be used for many other purposes as well.Posted: 26/7/2018 -
Our Amazing Darina has done it again, with her innovative way to make a stunning Coaster HolderPosted: 9/7/2018 -
Ready for a project that's not only a wonderful way to showcase your Embroidery, but practical as well?Posted: 8/7/2018 -
Have you been admiring Faye's gorgeous Quilts with the very cute Raggy edges? I know we have! Faye shares two ways to achieve this look (A great alternative to binding)Posted: 19/6/2018 -
Do you have your eye on some designs, but haven't got a project in mind, or dare I say it, no time to sew right now? Add the designs to your WISHLIST, and they will be saved for next timePosted: 1/6/2018 -
How cute is this Giraffe Bag Pauline made!! We had so many queries asking for instructions, so I'm shamelessly copying her idea to show you how you can do itPosted: 17/5/2018 -
Not sure what to make with our Large Applique Animals? Read on, to be inspiredPosted: 16/5/2018 -
Want to make a really quick Quilt - no wadding/batting required? Plus it will be the cuddliest (and cutest) QuiltPosted: 24/4/2018 -
Take a plain pre-made Bib, add a Large Animal Applique, and you have a unique gift for a little one. Faye has kindly shared how she made her very cute Sheep BibsPosted: 4/4/2018 -
Wondering what you can make for the little Girl who has everything? Darina's been making these beautiful Dolly Carry Baskets, and has very kindly shared her instructions with us all. Thanks so much DarinaPosted: 28/2/2018 -
Once again, Cathy has kreatively enhanced our Crazy Patch Bookmark Design., to add a pen holder. A brilliant idea Cathy - Thank you so much for sharingPosted: 20/2/2018 -
Darina has done it again. The finish on this Library Bag is so neat and professional looking - Its time to Grab some fabric, and add your favourite design!!Posted: 18/1/2018 -
Cathy of Pickle Creations used our Flower Dragon Design on her Neck Warmer, and has very kindly shared her instructions. - Thanks CathyPosted: 8/1/2018 -
Learn from the experts! We've compiled ideas and tips from the talented Ladies of the Kreative Kiwi Group who have made their own Dress-Up Daisy DollsPosted: 21/12/2017 -
It doesn't get much cuter than this! Download Cathy from Pickle Creations Instructions to create your own Book BagPosted: 14/11/2017 -
Ever wondered how to make a Raggy Quilt? Darina and Kim have outdone themselves with this one!!Posted: 13/11/2017 -
You've spent hours on your project, now you need to bind the edges. Can't find a matching binding? Make your own! Darina shares her method of making her own binding - and creating perfect mitred cornersPosted: 13/11/2017 -
We are very lucky to have Cathy from Pickle Creations share her Instructions for creating these beautiful Tissue CoversPosted: 13/11/2017 -
Do you have a Large Hoop, and would like to sew our Large Appliques in one-hooping? Here are some simple instructionsPosted: 2/11/2017 -
Frustrated that you can't download files with your I-Pad? You can! Our awesome Kim has written instructions to show you just how it is done!! - Thanks Kim - it was totally beyond mePosted: 2/11/2017 -
Darina has done it again! There were so many queries asking how she quilted her reading pockets, so she has shared her instructions with you.Posted: 10/10/2017 -
Finding machine embroidery designs specifically for boys and men is hard. But not here at Kreative Kiwi because we have a category just for them!Posted: 6/9/2017 -
Enjoy making yourself a very cute Sewing Caddy Instructions created and kindly shared by: Cathy of Pickle CreationsPosted: 14/8/2017 -
A gorgeous machine embroidered birth announcement makes a wonderful keepsake gift. New parents love being able to hang these personalised decorations in their baby’s new bedroom. Unlike many printed paper birth announcements, an embroidered birth announcement will last for many years and be able to be given to the child when they turn 21.Posted: 9/8/2017 -
The minute Cathy posted her stunning Butterfly Bag to our Kreative Kiwi Group , she was inundated with questions asking how she made her Tote Bag. Cathy very kindly created these instructions and have shared them for you all!! Thank you so much Cathy for these very detailed instructionsPosted: 8/8/2017 -
Our Fantastic KK Admin Darina is at it again! Darina has shared how she creates her beautiful Reading PillowsPosted: 2/8/2017 -
A big THANK YOU to our wonderful KK Admin Faye, who not only makes the cutest hooded Towels, but has created and shared her detailed Tutorial for you allPosted: 19/7/2017 -
One of the joys of having an embroidery machine is the ability to personalize your projects. If you've never added your own lettering to a project, then this blog is for you!Posted: 17/7/2017 -
Thank you so much to Lorraine Platten for sharing her clever ways of minimising waste and re-using Water Soluble StabiliserPosted: 11/7/2017 -
Wanting to make a cute practical gift for a little one? It doesn't get much cuter than Darina's Vinyl PlacematsPosted: 11/7/2017 -
If you are like me, you have many beautiful embroidery designs that you like, but you haven’t found that perfect project to showcase them. Putting them on a canvas is a really quick, easy, inexpensive and modern way to show off a design.Posted: 15/6/2017 -
The lovely Suzanne Cook has created a PDF on how to embroider on paper towel or toilet paper. Have fun with this and don't forget to share your projects Thank you again Suzanne for taking the time to do this for us all! ♥Posted: 13/6/2017 -
Each week we ask a member of our Community to answer 8 simple questions! What will we learn????Posted: 31/5/2017 -
READ THIS FIRST - We have compiled all our hints and tips on Large AppliquesPosted: 25/5/2017 -
** Updated 02 June - Now you can view details of your Loyalty PointsPosted: 25/5/2017 -
This is a MUST READ if you are new to Embroidery, or having any troubles with Downloading, Unzipping or Transferring DesignsPosted: 4/3/2017 -
I can't count the number of times, I'm asked - where are you - can we visit your store?Posted: 23/2/2017
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