Get ready to bring the essence of a seaside getaway to your home when you stitch a Summer Beach Suncatcher! In this step-by-step machine embroidery tutorial, we’ll show you how to make this unique and eye-catching wall hanging. Sunlight shines around the beautiful stitched design thanks to our innovative technique of OESD Clear Vinyl combined with organza fabric. Embark on your creative journey to the ocean right from your sewing room… grab your supplies and let’s get stitching!
Supplies:
- Stained Glass Seashore PK10058
- OESD Badgemaster
- OESD Aquamesh
- OESD Clear Vinyl
- OESD Perfect Punch Tool
- OESD MiniMAT
- OESD Alligator Clamps
- OESD Perfect Press Cloth
- Organza Fabric
- 12″ Hoop
- Hemp String
- Hot Glue
- Decorations like starfish, shells, beads
Instructions:
Step 1
Hoop one layer of Aquamesh and Badgemaster Stitch the first step and place the clear vinyl over the placement stitch, followed by the organza.
Step 2
Stitch the tackdown stitch and cut the fabric along the lines.
Step 3
Finish stitching the design.
Step 4
Remove excess stabilizer and rinse the fabric under warm running water. Let it dry completely and then press the design using the Perfect Press Cloth.
Step 5
Use the Perfect Punch Tool and MiniMAT to punch holes along the outside of the design.
Step 6
Cut your hemp string and use Alligator Clamps to pull strings through the holes.
Step 7
Tie the ends along the hoop in a star formation, keeping the design centered (or positioned where you’d like it)
Step 8
Cut the excess string at the knot and glue with hot glue to secure. Add string to the bottom and decorate with your chosen items.
Step 9:
Hang your finished project and enjoy!
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We hope you enjoyed this machine embroidery tutorial! Have you created your own Summer Beach Suncatcher? Come show off your work in our private Facebook group, The Perfect Stitch!