I have two embroidery machines, a 6-needle and a single-needle.  The 6-needle is great for production work.  But the single-needle is not as efficient for repetitive embroidery.  It is, however, excellent for making in-the-hoop projects.  An in-the-hoop project is a project created on an embroidery machine which yields something other than fabric embellishments.  For example, you can make small stuffed animals, luggage tags, small bags, door knob hangers, and many other things.  My favorite resource for in-the-hoop projects is Embroidery Garden. Continue reading “In-the-Hoop Fun: Owl Sewing Kit”