20 Years of Machine Embroidery with CME Summer 2021

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That’s right, folks. With this issue, we’re celebrating 20 years of machine embroidery magic!

With the release of the first stand-alone issue of Creative Machine Embroidery back in 2001, we couldn’t have guessed what was in store for us and this community: the awe-inspiring technology advances, the highly specialized products that would be imagined and created, the artistry and talent that would be fostered, the many independent businesses that would flourish.

What a span of years to witness, especially through the lens of machine embroidery. And now, celebrate with CME Summer 2021.

Inside the Issue

In this issue, we’ve gathered a few of our favorite things for you:

our favorite reader tips from 20 years of incredible advice shared
must-know techniques for stabilizer, placement, tools and more to make your machine embroidery successful
a handy (and cute!) thread catcher to dress up your creative space
a breezy, beautiful beach pillow with shell trim
another free stitch-along to make a cute sunglasses case (coming soon!)
a brand new embroidery design collection to celebrate your love for machine embroidery
oh, and loads of freebies to keep you inspired and creating!

Don’t miss your chance to get the Penrose Peasant Blouse pattern for free as part of our current Sew News sew-along, then use Stacy Schlyer’s tips to add beautiful floral motifs to a gauze version.

Thank you, friends, for making this community what it is: so very inspiring, continually innovating and advancing, but always extending a warm welcome to those just starting on their creative journey with machine embroidery.