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This is only a test. . . .

I have wanted to try this technique for 2 years but something always gets in the way. Such is life. This is a technique to make a doily or table runner or even a table cloth if you are that ambitious. As I recall the instructions, which I cannot find anymore, you are to make some edging free standing...

Posted to The Avid Embroiderer by pat71896 on 10-07-2011
Filed under: Filed under: Tips, tips for new embroiderers, Badgemaster, FSL, water soluble stabilizer, Craft Glue, brayer, free standing lace, tip, border, adhesive, table top, techniques, corner, traps
Caught in a trap . . . .

I love to read tips and tricks about all sorts of things. I love computer tips (if you have a good one, I want to hear about it !!). I enjoy organizational tips (but I am so disorganized, I need to do them, not just read them!). I devour ideas for cleaning (see "disorganized" for reality check...

Posted to The Avid Embroiderer by pat71896 on 09-23-2011
Filed under: Filed under: Tips, stabilizers, blog, annthegran stabilizer, madeira thread treasure chest, water soluble stabilizer, thread, adhesive, Madeira, scarf, tricks, embroidery, loosely woven fabrics, magazine, polyester, rayon, expert, Nancy Zieman, traps
The Devil is in the details

Mom was right, the devil is in the details and he has had a devilishly good time with embroidery - - - Just like any computer aided process, out thinking the required steps can be very challenging indeed. If you figure out the stabilizer correctly, then the thread may be acting up. If those are working...

Posted to The Avid Embroiderer by pat71896 on 06-24-2011
Filed under: Filed under: Tips, stabilizers, hooping, alphabet xpress, heirloom, wss, hugo's amazing tape, Heat Away, digitizing, monogram, autobaste, Sheets, cotton, AlphabetXpress, tip, sewout, anniversary, adhesive, AnnTheGran, save time, pillowcase, bride, Alpha Xpress, placement, delicate, fonts, tricks, techniques, hoop, alphabets, gift ideas, pillowcases, Wedding, baste, corner, hankie, darling, jump stitches, stepparent, macros, self-healing mat, mother-in-law
Embroidery Software and Recap of CatalogXpress and AlphaXpress

If you frequent the Forums here at AnnTheGran or any other site, you will often see users asking which software for embroidery is the best. Some people even attempt to answer that question and some people know that there is no answer for it. The reasons are (but not limited to): It depends on what you...

Posted to The Computerist by TheComputerist on 04-01-2011
Filed under: Filed under: tricks, tips, software, graphics, issues, solutions, problems, save, printer, blog, fonts, catalog xpress, monogram, notes, collection, organized, designs, Search, monograms, computer tips, color changes, colors, Alpha Xpress, organizing designs, density, resize, AnnTheGran, program, heirloom, digitize, conversion, convert, keepsake, the computerist, recolor, catalog express, stitch number, print, font, lettering, Alphabet Xpress, truetype, save time, embroidery machine, find files, Merge Stitch File, Sweet Tweet, hankie, bride, compensation, pull, push, leather, lace, engineering, sorting, recap, custom
Control Key Information and Rogue Security Software

These tips can be used for Windows XP and Vista - Operating systems vary, if in doubt, check with your provider and/or technical support. It seems like everyone needs to save time. It is just a fact of life these days. The following "Control Key" list is to help you do just that. Software is...

Posted to The Computerist by TheComputerist on 03-11-2011
Filed under: Filed under: XP, tricks, Vista, MAC, tips, personal computer, Windows, pc, computer, software, Microsoft, Help, laptop, solutions, problems, email, blog, PC Tips and Tricks: tricks, computer tips, computers, program, MSN, Word, electronics, print, text, save time, find files, Control Key
Skype and Catalog Xpress Tip #9, add Alphabet Xpress

If you have not yet tried Skype, you are missing one of the finest features the Internet has to offer. Most people know that you can call users worldwide if they have the correct equipment for free. But did you know that: You can send files Send Instant Messages (IM) Create a conference call with up...

Posted to The Computerist by TheComputerist on 10-08-2010
Filed under: Filed under: tricks, tips, scrapbook, blog, fonts, catalog xpress, Alpha Xpress, resize, AnnTheGran, program, keepsake, the computerist, catalog express, phone on the web, text, font, lettering, Skype, Alphabet Xpress, free phone
Training with Pizzazz!

My love for embroidery is going on 10 years. I cannot believe it, how time flies when you are having so much fun. I think about my newbie days and remember frustration, determination, annoyance, jubilation, irritation, and finally the wonder and beauty of results. There are many things that I would love...

Posted to The Avid Embroiderer by pat71896 on 10-01-2010
Filed under: Filed under: Tips, embroidery designs, avid embroiderer, The Avid Embroiderer, tips for new embroiderers, tip, Teachers, students, tricks, techniques, newbie, stitchin sisters, Designs in machine embroidery, stipple, seashell, starfish
Safety Information, Free Posters for your school and Catalog Xpress Tip #8, Printing Your Designs

We are all trying to be more ‘green' these days, but some things may remain in your home that you are uncertain about. Green means more environmentally safe, but I use some items that I really cannot do without. I want to know exactly what is in those products. It may just change my mind about...

Posted to The Computerist by TheComputerist on 09-24-2010
Filed under: Filed under: tricks, tips, Microsoft, freeware, graphics, holiday, catalog xpress, collection, designs, How Much to Charge, resize, freebies, catalog express, Free, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote, school, posters, print, office
Free Artwork Software and Catalog Xpress, Tip #4, Conversions.

Drawing and designing is usually limited to those who have talent, I am not included in that group. However, I did find a method of creating interesting designs that is fun and amusing for me. I hope you like it too. Livebrush , is a fun way to create some interesting effects. If you can draw as well...

Posted to The Computerist by TheComputerist on 07-30-2010
Filed under: Filed under: tips, graphics, catalog xpress, PC Tips and Tricks: tricks, computer tips, program, heirloom, digitize, draw, drawing, conversion, convert, keepsake, the computerist
Updates Aplenty

Maybe it is my age, or maybe it is just because things change, but so often, I think of things I could have added to previous blogs. As you are aware, my blogs are all my personal experiences that I share with you. I appreciate it when someone comments and adds their suggestion, knowledge or idea to...

Posted to The Avid Embroiderer by pat71896 on 07-23-2010
Filed under: Filed under: Tips, projects, stabilizers, avid embroiderer, annthegran stabilizer, needles, The Avid Embroiderer, thread tension, costs, bean, thread breakage, tension, thread, Centering
Puzzles and Catalog Xpress Tip #1, Notes

I recently read somewhere that in order to keep our brain fresh and vibrant, it is important to exercise it the same way that we exercise our body. That exercise includes doing the embroidery we all love, but it can also include games, puzzles, as well as the everyday issues we face. Today’s blog...

Posted to The Computerist by TheComputerist on 06-18-2010
Filed under: Filed under: tips, The Avid Embroiderer, graphics, catalog xpress, animals, monogram, notes, collection, organized, designs, games, puzzles, PC Tips and Tricks: tricks, How Much to Charge
Free Fun Fonts For Family - Friends

The following tips can be used for both Windows XP and Vista. Operating systems vary, if in doubt, check with your provider and/or technical support . I like to be a little more individual than most; I change my colors of my embroidery at will, and I use many different fonts when I am able to do so....

Posted to The Computerist by TheComputerist on 06-04-2010
Filed under: Filed under: tricks, tips, The Avid Embroiderer, computer, freeware, open source, graphics, printer, email, blog, gilligan's island, fonts, download
A terrific freebie and a wonderful cost saver

I would read more if I could find the time. Since I have found “ Books Should Be Free ” I felt I could listen when I was embroidering or relaxing in the evenings. This site has public domain audio in MP3 which is iTunes playable. You can take them with you or listen from your PC. Of course...

Posted to The Computerist by TheComputerist on 05-21-2010
Filed under: Filed under: XP, tricks, Vista, tips, personal computer, Windows, The Avid Embroiderer, pc, freeware, save, economic, video clip, save money, Video, upload, iTunes, Peggy's Stitch Eraser, Ann's Club, stabilizers, blog
Two More Really Terrific Free Software Programs

The following tips can be used for both Windows XP and Vista. Operating systems vary, if in doubt, check with your provider and/or technical support . I had a lot of difficulty with my Adobe Reader recently. All things considered, it was a very bad situation and I wanted to drop kick the entire program...

Posted to The Computerist by TheComputerist on 05-07-2010
Filed under: Filed under: tricks, tips, personal computer, computer, Microsoft, freeware, open source, photos, camera, Galleries, photo software, Cameron Diaz, Adobe, scrapbook
Nine of the Best Internet Sites - IMHO

The following tips can be used for both Windows XP and Vista. Operating systems vary. If in doubt, check with your provider and/or technical support . Here is my version of great Net information and money saving tips and tricks. I love finding these, and get a lot of my links from highly trusted sources...

Posted to The Computerist by TheComputerist on 04-16-2010
Filed under: Filed under: XP, tricks, tips, personal computer, Windows, computer, vacation, seat selection, airlines, solutions, economic, save money, Video, unclutter closet, email, CD, employment, DVD, jobs, medical, Earth Day

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