Designs by JuJu Christmas Tree Skirt Tutorial Pt 1, Tips, Fabric Prep, Multi-Needle Embroidery

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Bring the North Pole under your tree this season! This is part 1 in this video series to prep fabric, embroider blocks, and cut applique pieces using the Brother ScanNCut.
DBJJ Christmas Tree Skirt Pattern - www.designsbyjuju.com/ith-nor...
Tree Skirt Block Tracker - powertoolswiththread.com/?p=8173
TIMESTAMPS PART 1
Intro, Overview, & Considerations
Inspect the Design & Determine Way Ahead - 9:39
Stabilizer & Fabric Prep - 16:10
Load the Design on the Machine - 18:35
Pre-Cut Applique Pieces with ScanNCut - 28:40
Trim Stabilizer - 41:41
FABRIC SUGGESTIONS
BACKGROUNDS (Recommend fabrics without a strong print that might take away from the embroidery)
Blossom Gray on White (My fabric) - shrsl.com/3pzk1
Blossom Silver Sparkle on White - shrsl.com/3pjy5
Connecting Threads Rowan White on White - shrsl.com/3n69t
Connecting Threads Monochrome Plaster White on White - shrsl.com/3n6a2
Blossom Red on White - shrsl.com/3n0ez
Blossom White on White - shrsl.com/3n0f4
All Blossom Color Choices - - shrsl.com/3my1c
APPLIQUE FABRIC SUGGESTIONS
Beyond Bella - shrsl.com/3pjxy
Connecting Threads Mirage Tonal Sampler - shrsl.com/3n6b3
Connecting Threads Faux Tweed Tonals - shrsl.com/3n6ad
Connecting Threads Chambray Tonals - shrsl.com/3n6ak
Connecting Threads Lava Solids Tonals - shrsl.com/3n6aw
Mistletoe Bella Solids - shrsl.com/3n0ev coupled with Nautical Bella Solids - shrsl.com/3n0ew
Shades blenders by Riley Blake - shrsl.com/3my1b
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Magnetic Hoops - bit.ly/3cUsQRn
Kingstar Metallic Threads - bit.ly/3vv10lr
Exquisite Thread 40 wt - bit.ly/3PPR4uG
NOTIONS - All found in my Amazon Store
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No-show Poly Mesh Stabilizer, Curved Scissors, 527 Sapporo Gravity Fed Iron
Tailor's Clapper - shrsl.com/3n1lx
Trimmer by George - www.hoopsisters.com/trimmer-b...
60mm Rotary Cutter - amzn.to/3zRV33t
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@dvenezue1a 7 ай бұрын

Wow, you are a great teacher! I learned so much about making the tree skirt, hooping, economy tips, scan & cut instructions, and so much more. Thank you. Please keep making detailed videos!!

@brendatomlinson1938 2 жыл бұрын

This looks like so much fun. can't wait to sew along with you.

@lowentx 2 жыл бұрын

So darn cute! Purchasing my supplies and can't wait to see more. Thank you Becky!

@carolynrj1 10 ай бұрын

I didn't know I NEED a new tree skirt until I watched this😂

@cathyrosynek4814 2 жыл бұрын

So organized! Thanks for all the hints, ordering this design now!

@lauraruthruff4741 2 жыл бұрын

I can't wait to start this... This is such an adorable skirt. 🎄

@onehunderdfold 2 жыл бұрын

GORGEOUS! This is a MUST HAVE design! Thank you for your demonstration and helpful hints! 💞

@rebeccam9008 2 жыл бұрын

I am really looking forward to doing this. As always, thank you for your guidance. All the best.

@713Joanne Жыл бұрын

I love that you used all the same color fabric…it make the rest of the designs pop! Just beautiful!

@Ledetms Жыл бұрын

Becky you are amazing! I just saw your time breakdown! Makes it so easy to go back to a spot! I watch your videos many times!

@celestemattison6212 2 жыл бұрын

I just got the design. I’m great full you are doing this.

@scottydog6539 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, Becky. This really tops it all , you are really amazing. You accomplish everything so beautifully.

@hjkroeger1 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful as always. I am glad to see the fabrics you used. Sometimes we need to see something in different variations before we can catch the vision. You always accomplish that. Thank you.

@francesmiller8601 2 жыл бұрын

You are the best teacher on you tube thanks again for a great one.

@jstewartslaboratory Жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks for sharing. Can’t wait to start mine!!

@marshamiles6528 2 жыл бұрын

You did such a gorgeous job as usual. I want to do this.

@Warhammerag1 Жыл бұрын

I am finally starting mine. Only have a regular sewing/ embroidery machine and would love a multi needle! Great tips for making the tree skirt.

@georgianelson5038 2 жыл бұрын

This is adorable!

@grannypatr 2 жыл бұрын

I was on the fence when I saw the pattern, but once I saw your completed skirt, I had to do it!! Love your color choices! It is simply gorgeous!! I am going to be realistic and aim for next Christmas as I only have a single needle....that's a lot of thread changes!!!

@shirleyjones2946 Жыл бұрын

Well, I hope you're happy!!! I watched your video and was so excited, I ordered fabric, bought the Pellon, ordered the thread and have decided to get started on yet another project I have no time to do. You almost convinced me to look into a multi-needle, but I laid down until that urge passed over. Thanks for making this, you have done a great job.

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

Ha! I bet before it's all said and done, halfway through it, you're over at the dealer eyeballing a new multi-needle! LOL

@scottydog6539 2 жыл бұрын

Omg Becky, that tree skirt is soooooo beautiful. Wow, what a work of art. I cannot imagine the fee if someone wanted to buy one from you all done. Wow. It certainly would be very expensive. It is really a wonderful beauty. Fabrics, beautiful threads, time to make all the sections etc.

@maureenlewicki437 Жыл бұрын

Oy I did a thing...I bought the pattern. I inherited my sister's Brother Quatro in May 2022, started using it in July, and bought the pattern, because of this amazing tutorial in September! You will be holding my hand through this project! Thanks!!!!

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

That is awesome! You're on your way! You can do it. :)

@Quiltingbyfaith 2 жыл бұрын

I was so anxious to see this embroidery pattern. You did a beautiful job. I will just have to enjoy yours because I don’t have a multi needle and 45 hoopings it would be many Christmas’s before I would finish. Love your work

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@judithlittle511 2 жыл бұрын

That skirt is so cute!

@monaclayton2746 Жыл бұрын

I am going to try it but probably won't be done this Christmas. Thanks so much for the videos I would even think about trying it. The videos are so helpful, the main problem with me will probably be choosing the fabrics. I love love love yours!

@Mrsiaffy Жыл бұрын

Can't wait to start making this 🙂

@grandmalovesmebest Жыл бұрын

Oh, that tree skirt is so gorgeous. It's beyond my skill level (quilting is new) and my resources. Besides, it's the wrong holiday for me,😁 But it's fabulous and thank you for showing it and sharing it w viewers.👍❤

@pamelabarrett7645 Жыл бұрын

I’m hoping to make this tree skirt. Your instructions are very good thanks.

@TheSwissy4me 2 жыл бұрын

Girl, you must have been sewing like every minute. Last video I watched a few days ago you showed one block! I am the same way. Get her done!! Great job!

@lindafox9005 2 жыл бұрын

Great teaching video. Super job.

@barbarameehan113 2 жыл бұрын

This is beauriful. Too much for me though. Loved seeing this video. You are sew talented, Becky.💟

@annphilbeck5174 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Becky. sooo cute!!!

@PowerToolsWithThread 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ann!

@sandytownsend9878 Жыл бұрын

Oh Becky, I so want to make this even though my tree in only 2 ft! Both kids have large trees along with married grandson & his family so I will probably make some and gift them

@jackiekraemer596 Жыл бұрын

very thorough video.

@theresajukiewicz3092 Жыл бұрын

Wow just Wow

@jimmyjonesshipman9454 Жыл бұрын

Love it and thanks for showing the trimmer by George, 2.0, I have it.

@loriannpayne4483 Жыл бұрын

I thought I had all the "toys" until I saw Trimmer By George! Great video! New subscriber...

@hi-dores4111 Жыл бұрын

Congratulatios❣️

@deidrhebeter7319 Жыл бұрын

Thank You for this video. I’m especially interested in that chicken quilt hanging on the wall behind you.

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

That is Lori Holt's Chicken Salad quilt. I have a playlist. kzfaq.info/sun/PLj9pWPqHpkzL679MTtwFgSCqfIIq1fRmf

@carolynelliott9896 Жыл бұрын

I save my SNC files as fcm files in Embrilliance. I only go into canvas Workspace to ungroup a files that has 2 objects & move them closer together so they fit into a smaller space. I also change the color of the position stitch to Brother #35 which is an appliqué position stitch and can be sent from luminaire to the scan n cut directly.

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

So let me ask you, how do you save fcm files in Embrilliance? I've not yet been able to do that and I'm eager to know. Thanks! And thanks for the tip to save as Brother #35. I didn't know that! Sweet!

@carolynelliott9896 Жыл бұрын

@@PowerToolsWithThread when you click the save as Becky showed, at the bottom of the window that opens it says save as svg. That line has a drop down with a number of choices when you click it. The choice immediately below svg is fcm. Click that to choose then click the save button.

@larrypewitt1186 Жыл бұрын

I am excited about making this. Thank you so much for the tutorials, they are great. I was wondering if you had a color list of the thread that you used and if you did, may I have a copy of it?

@donnadailey5062 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for a great tutorial, love all your instructional videos and projects. Downloaded your DBJJ Christmas Tree Skirt chart, am somewhat challenged at understanding how to use it (dumb me, I guess), will you do a quick video on how you use that please? Also, I'd love to buy the exact background material you used (if available), can you point me to that please? Am very new to multi needle and want to try the simplest section of this skirt... think this is a wonderful project that I'd love to complete for my children who are 2K miles from me (sadly). Keep your wonderful tutorials coming... I always look for yours as its my connection to great company. Thanks again. Donna

@nl2377 Жыл бұрын

Oh man! This is gorgeous! I've promised oldest grand-daughter a tree skirt for her house this year - - but can I REALLY get this done with a single needle with my "other WANTS"? This is too gorgeous!

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

Not knowing your other wants.... I recommend dedicating a block a day to this project and you can get it done in 45 days on a single needle. Which puts you having it finished before Thanksgiving! Baby steps my friend!

@scottydog6539 8 ай бұрын

Assembly line sewing is great.

@toniuzzalino1842 Жыл бұрын

I love your background !!! I think you said it was white blossom by Christopher Thompson by Riley Blake? Which one exactly? Tone on tone?

@bellaannecgoff2335 2 жыл бұрын

You are awesome! I wish I own a multi needle, my little single needle is going to take a month of Sundays to get this done, but I know it will be well worth it ❤️❤️❤️

@deborahabayomi6863 2 жыл бұрын

Same here, but I’ll be happy of its done by Xmas 😀

@GNemes53 Жыл бұрын

Love your videos, thank you! May I ask which batting you used? And, if the skirt will be washed, should the batting be preshrunk? I don't want a lot of puckers to appear later .... Thank you!

@rebeccarenner8927 Жыл бұрын

Wow!

@kariadamski3383 2 жыл бұрын

The tree skirt is Awesome and I can't wait to try it. I don't have any of the Pellon SF101 Can I use the Pellon 931 instead?

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

You certainly can use Pellon 931, however it will make it much stiffer than SF101. If you are prepared for that, then give it a try!

@stevekristich8666 2 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful video! I just ordered the pattern from JuJu. Thanks for the link to the fabric; however it is out of stock. Is there any way you can provide a listing of the thread brand / numbers you used for each block? Thanks!!

@PowerToolsWithThread 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry but I just match thread colors to fabrics. I rarely, if ever, go by a specific color number. Most of my threads are from the DIME Exquisite Holiday Collection bit.ly/3PZAZ5J

@maureenlewicki437 Жыл бұрын

Thanks SOOOO MUCH for your tutorials!! You get right to the point, and your tutorials are so clear!!QUESTION: Insee that you use SF 101 which is listed in the pattern directions but you also mention using iron on stabilizer. Is the stabilizer in addition to the SF 101?

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

The iron on stabilizer is HeatNBond Lite and I used that on applique pieces if I cut them on the ScanNCut.

@annf3949 10 ай бұрын

I clean my iron with a dryer sheet it does get the glue off and makes it smell nice

@nancywasily8715 2 жыл бұрын

Love this pattern thanks Becky what fabric did you use TIA

@PowerToolsWithThread 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! All fabrics are listed in the description box of the video.

@teresamcbrayer2549 Жыл бұрын

Hi Becky Thank you for helping us with this ahead of time. Can you tell me how much sf101 you used and what size you made

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

I wish I could be specific, but I made the fabric cuts different than the pattern to conserve fabric and I made the 6x10 size. I showed how I measured and cut each piece in the video. But... I had 7 yards of background fabric when I started, and I had 4.5 left over after I was finished. So, to be safe, let's say I used 3.5 yards of fabric. Half that, because I cut the SF101 in half, then I used approx 1.75 yards of SF101. If I were you, I'd get 2.5 just to be sure. You'll have extra but then can use that in other projects. Hope that helps!

@debbieb2750 Жыл бұрын

I've been following your video for the tree skirt. Thank you!!! I just got Embrilliance and have made some of the SVG files. My question : I'm a newbie with the Brother Scan 'n Cut. I have the turquoise mat. What blade do I use with it? I see that the Turquoise blade is a rotary blade. Is that what you use? Thanks!!!

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

No, the standard black blade will work just fine. I save my rotary blade for things other than quilting cottons.

@genettebrumley969 Жыл бұрын

I'm confused, did u use the no mesh for stabilizer for all and add tge 101 with the one that has applique?

@keithnowicki6319 Жыл бұрын

What size magnetatic hoop did you use with your 6X10 tree skirt? I'm guesing it was an 8x10 but the reason I'm asking is I want to to the 8x12 size and I do not see the monster snap magnetic hoop in an 8x12 size. I need to purchase one and I'm guessing I should buy the 9.5x14" hoop??? please advise as this is an expensive purchase mistake if I get the wrong size. I have the Brother Dream Machine 2. Thanks for your help.

@63Kelsey 7 ай бұрын

I guess you need the big embroidery machines to do this. I only have a Brother PE770. The tree skirt is incredible.

@susanwaters9669 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the instructions on this. Can I make this into a quilt top?

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

You'd need some digitizing skills to change the quilt blocks from wedges into squares, but yes, it can be done.

@mareehenry5456 Жыл бұрын

Greeting from Oz. You have inspired me. I know it’s probably a stupid question but what size did you do the designs? 5x7? I can find it in ant comments mentioned. Thanks in advance.

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

It's a 6x10.

@wendyallen9591 Жыл бұрын

Which dime magnetic hoop do you have on your machine? I have a venture and trying to work out which one is suitable for the multi needle. Your tree skirt looks awesome 👏

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

I have the one from DIME and I'm linking here. Choose your brand of machine and I for the size, I highly recommend getting the largest one. They are expensive and you don't want to limit yourself by spending a lot and then not being able to use it for something like the tree skirt where you really need it. bit.ly/3QtHZYY I'm hosting a DIME Block Party this Tuesday and if you do the free registration for that, you can get a deal on DIME products that's a better price then just online. You have 48 hours to use the discount code from the DIME event after Tuesday but you have to register to get the discount code. inspiredbydime.com/products/block-party-virtual-embroidery-event-37

@pamreagan6331 Жыл бұрын

What or where did you get your ironing pad?

@maureenlewicki437 Жыл бұрын

When you say you print out one of the middle panels, how do you do that please? I see images in my docs but I I don't know if it will print out with the needed size. Thanks! Also, I guess I need the added program in order to see the steps articulated? Thanks

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

I use Embrilliance Essentials to print out my designs. They have an Express version that is free and you can print using that. Search for Express using this link. bit.ly/3RmHro3

@lindahohnstein3626 Жыл бұрын

Do you have a sample of the fabric you used for the applique. Im not very good at picking fabric. Also an using the Floriani thread colors shown

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

There are suggested fabrics that I would use in the Description box of the video. Thanks for watching!

@keithnowicki6319 Жыл бұрын

SEEMS LIKE A SILLY QUESTION BUT IF I MAKE THE 8 X 12 SIZE I WOULD NEED TO PURCHASE THE 9.5 X14' HOOP?

@margienell4401 2 жыл бұрын

I bought the Christmas Tree Skirt! And a bunch more! But my Brother 1600e won't thread the needle anymore... so if anyone has any remedies.. I would love to fix it before I start this project.

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

It needs some love from a technician. Check with your local quilt shop. They probably know a certified Brother tech and can help you out.

@keithnowicki6319 Жыл бұрын

I have 2 questions: when you cut the fabric and the SF101 it appears they are cut across the grain of the fabric rater with the grain line. Is this not a concern? What size needle did you use for the embroidery machine...I have a single needle Brother Dream Machine. I love your videos. I do not have a magnetic frame? is this necessary? Thank you!! you are awesome!!!!

@suewhitesell8633 Жыл бұрын

I bought a Sew Tech 6x10 frame for my DM on Amazon. You do not need a magnetic frame. The instructions say to only hoop the no show stabilizer, and the batting and fabric are taped on top. No hooping !

@ettakaynickel6148 2 жыл бұрын

Love your new tshirt. When is it available, Becky?

@laurieashley7461 2 жыл бұрын

It’s available now. I just got mine, super excited! And nervous lol

@kittdeverville9630 Жыл бұрын

I have a Brother 1000e, 10 needle. You do this tree skirt on your 1055, How do you do the threads with only 10 places for colors? Do you need to change colors somewhere along the line?

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

I put the threads that are used in almost every block on the back thread spool row closest to center (white, black, red, green, etc.) and I use the outer front 2-3 spools on each side to do thread changes once all of the first 10 colors have been used. So let's say all 10 have been used and now I need a color 11. I typically use spool # 9 or #2 (closest to me to reach so it's easier to change). Before that color stitches, I put a Hand up on the screen so the machine stops, then I put that new color I'm going to use in a holding pattern on my table. I will line up as many more colors in order of use in the holding pattern. Whenever they will be used next, I make sure to put a hand on that spool so I can change it as I get there. I hope that makes sense. Perhaps I'll do a video to explain if I can get a moment.

@beckyking1793 2 жыл бұрын

Love the video! Is the paper tape you’re using the 1” medical paper tape? Also, can you tell where you got the dispenser?

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

It's a dispenser put out by Kimberbell. It was a limited edition in a Bella Box. But I think they sell the orange one's on their website.

@beckyking1793 Жыл бұрын

@@PowerToolsWithThread thank you, Becky!

@maryclaire9076 Жыл бұрын

How do you add the SF101? I don't see in the video. Thanks!

@ftf652 Жыл бұрын

Becky, can you explain how the embrilliance thumbnail software works with the embrilliance essentials software. Is the thumbnail software needed in conjunction with the embrilliance essentials software?

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

Great question! Here's a video I did. :) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o9aciJN_l7TJeGg.html

@MrsPie54 Жыл бұрын

What is the brand of the cutting mat you are using in this video?

@2847Katie Жыл бұрын

I'm aiming to get this done for next year (2023). When you used metallic thread did you a special needle?

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

If you use Kingstar Metallics, no special needle is needed. It's wonderful! www.shop.dzgns.com/collections/thread/Thread_KingStar-Metallic-40wt?p=S1z1p1FgS

@ellaroof7399 2 жыл бұрын

When will this be available?

@TheJenXQuiltCo 2 жыл бұрын

What hoop size did you use? It’s beautiful!

@lauraruthruff4741 2 жыл бұрын

She said 6x10

@joanwells6537 Жыл бұрын

This is amazing just got the pattern for it. One question you did say the no show poly mesh stabilizer. The only one I've found is the medium weight is that ok to use?

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

You can use any stabilizer that doesn't change the hand of your quilt top into something other than you like.

@joanwells6537 Жыл бұрын

@@PowerToolsWithThread Thanks so much. Another question what color of thread did you use for your snowflakes on the first panel?

@janfrost2723 Жыл бұрын

I also love the chicken quilt in the background. Is that JuJu also?

@ChuckandTeena 9 ай бұрын

Hi Becky, I have a Brother PR1000e, just a step below yours. I don't see the same size of magnetic hoop over on Dime.

@PowerToolsWithThread 9 ай бұрын

Found it! On the dropdown menus choose: Brother, 8x12, then PR1000. tinyurl.com/3ejjtufy

@donnamixon428 Жыл бұрын

Did you use Kingstar silver metallic for the swirls and snowflkes?

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

No, I used an Isacord 0151. You'll need a cone for all that stitching in every hooping. bit.ly/3TJyYx7

@SueAckerman1 Жыл бұрын

Is there a video of this beautiful tree skirt being done with a single needle machine?

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

Someone may do one someday, but I'm not aware of any right now. The process is the same but you just have to change thread colors manually.

@darlenereysack7749 Жыл бұрын

This is Absolutely Beautiful. I really want to do it, am I crazy to try this on my Bernina 830? One a day for 45 days? Is this a once a day all day long or a couple of hours each day? Thank you for all you do for us. You make it look so easy.

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

Once you get all your stabilizer & batting cut, you can knock out each block in 2 - 2.5 hours. Yes, definitely pace yourself to one a day and you'll be done before Halloween. :)

@darlenereysack7749 Жыл бұрын

@@PowerToolsWithThread Thank you so much for replying, I can’t even imagine how busy you are.

@suelasater8786 Жыл бұрын

I just started stitching out the designs. I also have a 10 needle and was wondering if you had to change the needle for stitching metallic thread? If you did which needles did you use?

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

No, I didn't change the needles at all for metallics. Honestly, I'm still using the original needles in the machine. The ones that came with are HAX130EBBR #11.

@suelasater8786 Жыл бұрын

@@PowerToolsWithThread Thank you.

@marilynmason3738 Жыл бұрын

What is your ironing board? Like that!

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

My husband cut a piece of plywood and covered it for me and it sits on an IKEA Hemness dresser. I wanted the top to be big enough to press a fat quarter (18x22).

@marilynmason3738 Жыл бұрын

Where did you get your base fabric, the white with stars?

@marilynmason3738 Жыл бұрын

Found it

@kckc4833 Жыл бұрын

Becky, I made my first block yesterday! BTW, which 10 needle embroidery machine do you recommend that is reasonable?

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

Congrats! That's awesome! One down, 44 to go! lol Reasonable...OK, so a 10 needle is not a 10 needle is not a 10 needle. You know I'm a Brother girl and that's because I like the Brother interface that is so user friendly, it likes my current thread stock of Isacord and Exquisite, I love the wireless capabilities of it, I love the quilting table & there are DIME Monster Snap Hoops for it. All that makes it the perfect machine for me. The Baby Lock multi-needle performs the same. I had another 7-needle and I just couldn't get the hang of it because it didn't have the Needle +/- button so I could back up a certain number of stitches or easily put in stops for applique designs. I found I rarely used it because of that so I sold it and got the Brother, which I should have gotten in the first place. Well, hubs bought the other machine without consulting me and I knew it wouldn't last long. There's a popular one that comes up in KZfaq commercials a lot that has very negative reviews on KZfaq so I really recommend doing your research. If you think you found one you might purchase, do an online search for reviews of that machine. I'd look for a floor model or a trade-in refurb from a Brother dealer if it were me.

@kathleencasey7961 Жыл бұрын

@@PowerToolsWithThread thank you so much. I bought a Flourish ll. Wonderful machine but changing thread constantly is a pain. I’m not sure how much your machine cost, but I’m sure more than I can afford. Lol

@kerrysalatino580 Жыл бұрын

what is the largest size hoop does one needs to make the christmas tree skirt.... I have a Viking Huskvarna Topaz 20 and hoops size 240x150 and a 200x260 but the description says a 6x10 and I'm not sure what that is.... can I make this?

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

Your 240mm x 150mm is about a 9.5 x 6. Your 200mm by 260mm is about 7.8 x 10. You should be able to make the 6x10 (like I did) in the 200 x 260 hoop. You might find this helpful - www.rapidtables.com/convert/length/mm-to-inch.html

@kellygrillo5917 Жыл бұрын

What batting did you use? I didn’t see it listed.

@Cassandra815 9 ай бұрын

What needle did you use. I’m already to do it. Having foot surgery so I figured I could sit and start it.

@barbaracatalano9850 Жыл бұрын

Where can I find the links

@ramenetepatu-edwards7020 Жыл бұрын

Was wondering how you printed to size please. New at this

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

My software prints to size, yes. You have to do that so you know that everything will fit in the hoop.

@margaretwise3981 10 ай бұрын

Hi, so appreciate your videos. Thank you. I do have a question. What color bobin.?

@PowerToolsWithThread 10 ай бұрын

I just used a white bobbin thread.

@margaretwise3981 10 ай бұрын

Thanks so much. I'm doing the farm Xmas tree skirt pattern, but I've changed all the main blocks to christmas at the beach. Wish me luck.

@merlisstuart123 Жыл бұрын

Do you know of a way to save the "print file" to a thumb-drive. and have all blocks and color charts printed by a print shop? My printer does NOT print does not do a very good job with the print-outs. Thanks.

@charlenedulmage2041 Жыл бұрын

Would you tell me here you got that white background fabric and hat it’s called?

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

All fabrics are listed in the description box of both videos.

@quilting-quilting 5 ай бұрын

I just started the Nativity Tree skirt and I know you stated in this tutorial that because the fabric stitch down line is outside the batting tack down, you can't use Trimmer by George. The fabric tack down on the tutorial for the advent calendar on some of the blocks are outside the batting tack down, but you used the Trimmer by George. Could you explain this, I'm a bit confused. Thanks

@katherinewise8777 Жыл бұрын

When doing the blocks with applique, do you take the hoop out and iron down each fabric piece before the satin stitching?

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

Yes, that's the way of applique.

@photographybyday Жыл бұрын

Question - why sf 101? Getting ready to start the tree skirt and don’t see where the instructions say use SF101. I know heat n bond for the appliqué. Thanks for getting back to me

@PowerToolsWithThread Жыл бұрын

The 'recommendation' to use SF101 is on page 2. It will give the foundation fabric more stability to handle the heavy satin stitching without any puckering. Feel free to use whatever works for you! :)

@photographybyday Жыл бұрын

@@PowerToolsWithThread - thanks Becky. I must have missed it. I have a whole bolt of it

@scottydog6539 8 ай бұрын

I just bought the Designs by JuJu tree skirt. Do you know if Embrilliance is needed?

@PowerToolsWithThread 8 ай бұрын

No it is not.