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Essential Tools for Machine Embroidery Beginners

Machine embroidery is an incredibly fulfilling craft that combines creativity with precision, allowing enthusiasts to...

What To Do When Designs Don’t Turn Out As Expected

Embarking on the journey of machine embroidery can be both exhilarating and, at times, a little daunting. Every stitch...

Comparing Machine Embroidery vs. Traditional Quilt Blocks

In the vibrant world of textile arts, two enchanting methods stand out: machine embroidery and traditional quilting....

Caring for Your Machine Embroidery Projects After Completion

There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of completing a beautiful machine embroidery project, watching vibrant,...

Favorite Things Featuring Amber Johnson

We’re excited to introduce Amber from Gigi’s Thimble to you! After learning to quilt from her beloved grandmother,...

A DIY Guide to Machine Embroidered Christmas Decor

Welcome to the magical world of machine-embroidered Christmas decor! This coming holiday season, why not add a personal...

Choosing the Right Machine Embroidery Patterns

Embarking on the journey of machine embroidery and seeing designs come to life is both exciting and rewarding. With an...

A Beginner’s Guide to “In-the-Hoop” Machine Embroidery

Hey there, embroidery enthusiasts! Are you looking to jazz up your home decor? Maybe you want to create unique gifts or...

How To Start Your First Machine Embroidery Project

Have you ever wanted to create one-of-a-kind gifts? Maybe you’re looking to personalize your denim jacket or add a...

Common Mistakes With Machine Embroidery Quilt Blocks

If you’ve ever found yourself wading through a sea of tangled thread or scratching your head at puckered fabric, you’re...

Quick Guide to Machine Embroidery Subscription Boxes

Welcome to the wonderful world of machine embroidery subscription boxes! If you love the thrill of discovering new...

Stabilizer School: Wash-Away Stabilizer

When you begin a new machine embroidery project, one of the first decisions you have to make is what stabilizer to use....

Machine Embroidery Tip - Working with Lace

Machine Embroidery Tips - Working with Lace

Make Your ME Time Lucky

May your path be as green as the clover, and your luck as plentiful as the leaves in spring.

Stabilizer School: Specialty Stabilizer

When you begin a new machine embroidery project, one of the first decisions you have to make is what stabilizer to use....

Stabilizer School: Cut-Away Stabilizer

When you begin a new machine embroidery project, one of the first decisions you have to make is what stabilizer to use....

Machine Embroidery Tip - Choosing the Right Needle

Machine Embroidery Tips - Embroidery Needle Tip

Stabilizer School: Tear-Away Stabilizer

When you begin a new machine embroidery project, one of the first decisions you have to make is what stabilizer to use....

Amy Smart - Diary of a Quilter

Amy Smart is the accomplished author and visionary behind Diary of a Quilter. Beyond her remarkable proficiency in...

Make Your ME Time Sparkly

This month, leave a little sparkle wherever you go! Here are our top ideas:

Machine Embroidery Tip - Removing the Stabilizer

Machine Embroidery Tips - How To Remove the Stabilizer

Make Your ME Time Grateful

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to overlook the small moments that bring joy and fulfillment to our lives. Here...

Machine Embroidery Tip - How To Use a Quilter's Clapper

Machine Embroidery Tips - How to use a Quilter's Clapper

Make Your ME Time Insightful

"Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." - Ferris Bueller

Machine Embroidery Monthly Tip - How to Prevent Puckering

Machine Embroidery Tips - How to Prevent Puckering

How to Make Your Quilted Projects "Scrappy"

How to Make Your Quilted Projects “Scrappy” Ever heard of scrappy quilting? Simply put, it’s when a project uses a...

Make Your ME Time Colorful

We can all agree - life is better in color! Read on for three simple tips to make your ME Time more colorful!

Transferring Machine Embroidery Files to USB

Watch the video or read the instructions below for a full tutorial on transferring your digital embroidery files to a...

Machine Embroidery Monthly Tip - TNT Method

MACHINE EMBROIDERY TIPS - Try the TNT Method!

Make Your ME Time Friendly

"It's so much more friendly with two." - Winnie the Pooh, Author A. A. Milne Would you like to make your ME Time more...

Machine Embroidery Monthly Tip - Tape

MACHINE EMBROIDERY TIPS - The Importance of using Kimberbell Tape!

The Process of Creating Holiday Village for Machine Embroidery

The Collectible Christmas Holiday Village is a continuation of the great machine embroidery projects found in the Bella...

Make Your ME Time Musical

While we love hearing the hum of the machine as we stitch, it's even more fun to have a great playlist to stitch too!...

A Machine Embroiderer's Guide to Stabilizer

We all want beautiful results for our machine embroidery projects, and choosing the correct stabilizer is crucial to...

Collectible Christmas Alternate Colorway

Looking to reimagine your machine embroidery Holiday Village? An alternate colorway opens up all sorts of...

Make Your ME Time Fresh

Being fresh can bring a renewed sense of energy and positivity to both you and your home. Here are a few tips on how to...

Everything You Need to Know About Perfectly Pieced

I’ve been quilting for over 10 years! Creating quilts, wall hangings, and other fun projects brings me so much joy....

5 Mistakes That Will Ruin Your Machine Embroidery Projects

We’ve all been there! You set out to create a beautiful project, but somewhere along the line, it gets ruined. How...

Make Your ME Time Magical

From scrumptious gold coins to lucky green clovers, it's no secret that March is a magical month. Bring a little magic...

Three Machine Embroidery Must-Haves!

From stabilizer to thread kits, the ME Time Store offers an array of support materials for your ME Time projects!...

Machine Embroidery Monthly Tip - Zippers

MACHINE EMBROIDERY TIP - ZIPPERS Have you ever wanted to add a zipper to the back of a pillow that you created using an...

Make Your ME Time SWEET!

Sweeten up your Machine Embroidery Time this month! In honor of Valentine's Day, we've provided you with a few ways to...

Machine Embroidery Monthly Tip - Leather

MACHINE EMBROIDERY TIPS - TRIMMING LEATHER AND CORK

Make Your ME Time Happen

We can all agree on one thing: life is busy ! If we're not careful, our precious machine embroidery time can easily...

Make Your Own Delicious Sugar Plum Pops!

“The moment that sugar-sweet scent hits your nose To the Candy Shop window you’ll hurriedly go For a Sugar Plum Pop or...

Five Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting My First Machine Embroidery Project

I didn’t know the first thing about Machine Embroidery when I was originally hired here at ME Time! In fact, I had...

Six New Traditions To Try Out This Holiday Season!

Are your holiday traditions beginning to feel a bit stale? Maybe it’s time to shake things up! With our Collectible...

The Holiday Village Poem

Download the PDF version of the poem here! Please enjoy the Collectible Christmas Holiday Village Poem! Over the hill,...

How to Make Your Own Quilted Jacket

If you’re anything like me, you’ve been dreaming of making your own quilted jacket. From Anthropologie to Walmart,...

Je T'aime Bella Box Bonus Designs!

When you subscribe to the French Market Bella Box, you not only get the SIX exclusive machine embroidery projects in...

Tips for Visiting a French Flea Market

Flea markets are not only a place to find unique collectibles, they’re also a rich and rewarding cultural experience!...

Ooh La La! French Macarons Recipe

Anyone love a good French macaron? (Not to be confused with macaroons, the yummy coconut cookies. Although I certainly...

10 Ways to Use Your Mon Petit Charms

Made of soft and supple Embroidery Leather, Mon Petit Charms are not only easy to stitch and fun to gift, they're so...

Wayne's Authentic French Crepe Recipe

Wayne's Authentic French Crepe Recipe Wayne is M.E. Time's IT manager, so he spends a lot of time sitting behind a...

What is ME Time?

M.E. Time Well, the cat's out of the bag! There's a new subscription service in town, all catered to machine embroidery...