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Want to embroider your own hook-and-loop patches? Our "Klätsches" technique shows you how easy it is to create professional-looking patches with a clean satin edge and a practical hook-and-loop backing. Explained step by step – for every embroidery machine, easy to follow.

In this livestream, we'll be creating an ITH pig – directly on the Brother Innov-is 880E. We'll show you how to turn felt, thread, and a clever embroidery design into a small 3D object, give you material tips, and answer your questions about machine embroidery live.

You want to do something creative at a relaxed get-together with friends – but setting up a large embroidery machine in a café is rather impractical. Hand embroidery is the perfect alternative: quiet, relaxing, and possible anywhere. That's exactly why we're going to learn hand embroidery now.

Two days packed with workshops, networking, fries, waffles, and tons of inspiration. Thanks to everyone who celebrated with us – and to everyone else: you really missed out! 😉

A well-chosen cutting tool can significantly influence the quality of your sewing or embroidery work. Key factors include sharpness, shape, material, and the specific intended use. Below you'll find important types of scissors, what to look for in them, and suitable bestsellers from the makema.de range.

Do you finally want to understand how embroidery software really works – without having to buy a huge course? In this free video course, you'll get a practical insight into Creativate Elite (formerly mySewnet Platinum) and see step by step how an appliqué embroidery file is created – right up to the finished embroidery on the Husqvarna VIKING Quartz 29.

The big Make ma! Festival will take place in Hamburg on September 26 and 27, 2025. Look forward to workshops, special offers, new products from top brands, and lots of passion – right here in our specialty store. Celebrate 100 years of family history and the opening of our new store with us!

Marit and Mark's sewing podcast Sewcial Club combines expert knowledge with real-life sewing experiences. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and Amazon Music.

Many people want to create their own designs with their embroidery machine – ideally at no extra cost. In this article, we'll show you which free embroidery software is available, what its limitations are, and which affordable alternatives are truly worth recommending.

With Ultra Solvy and the right embroidery file, you can create professional patches yourself. The water-soluble film is clamped, the motif is precisely embroidered, and at the end, the patch completely detaches from the backing material.

Embroidering leather requires precise preparation. Learn here which needles, materials, and techniques you need to embroider faux or real leather cleanly, wrinkle-free, and without damage—ideal for high-quality embroidery results with your embroidery machine.

With the right technique, webbing can be easily embroidered – without slipping or needle breakage. In this article, we'll show you how to secure webbing with Filmoplast, what thread you need, and which needle is ideal. Includes a video from our livestream.

The Bernina B500 is a free-arm embroidery machine with a large embroidery area and precise stitch quality. It combines precision, stability, and ease of use – ideal for beginners with demanding skills and advanced users with creative goals.

Whether you're a beginner or an advanced stitcher, machine embroidery becomes easier, cleaner, and more creative with the right accessories. Here, we show you 10 embroidery machine products that no embroidery shop should be without—and that you'd wish you'd discovered sooner.

The "Hobo Bag" pattern shows you how to sew a casual shoulder bag with a soft curve and exceptional comfort. Detailed instructions help you achieve the perfect fit, size, and finish—perfect for beginners and sewing pros alike.

Which embroidery software is right for you? In our 2025 comparison, we highlight the key differences between Creativate Elite (formerly mySewnet Platinum) and Bernina V9 DesignerPlus. This article will help you make the right choice for your workflow, system, and budget.

Precise placement is crucial for a professional embroidery result. With a textile marker, tracing, and a little preparation, you can position your embroidery motif exactly where you want it to appear—even on shirts, hoodies, or caps.