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sewing Silhouette · Written by Randi Dukes

Monograms

I did a little Silhouette experimenting yesterday so I thankfully have something to post while I deal with the aftermath of a bad egg salad sandwich.  {I may never eat eggs again.}

I recently had the opportunity to try the new Silhouette interfacing {hooray!}.  There are two kinds of interfacing which now allow the Silhouette to cut fabric.  This machine just keeps getting better and better.

Lots of little ones have been born into my circle of friends and family and I decided to do some simple embellishments for gifts.  I bought cute dresses at Target and embellished them with fabric monograms.

Monograms
For those that don’t know, the new interfacing is ironed on to the back of the fabric and then the fabric is run through the Silhouette, cutting your image or letter of choice.  I was pleasantly surprised by how cleanly it cut through.

The interfacing I used is meant to be sewn after so I ran a stitch around the edges or through the letter if the font was thin.

Monograms

Monograms

Monograms

Aren’t those simple and fun?  I love that the Silhouette can now cut fabric … a major selling point for an already great machine!
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About Randi Dukes

I’m Randi, a Dallas-based mom of five kids, ranging from third grade to college and including a set of twins. I love strong coffee, craft and DIY projects, my planner, and my big ol’ family. When I’m not creating something for my blog, I can be found in the car, running kids from one place to another. I’m the one knitting at the red light. Connect with me on google+ | twitter | facebook

Comments

  11. Amanda @ Serenity Now says

    Love the monogrammed dress idea!! What a great way to personalize a gift. 🙂 I really liked working with the interfacing too–posted about it today. 🙂

    Thank you so much for joining my Crafty Cutter party! (and for linking back!! I really appreciate that!) Have fun finding some crafty inspiration, and I hope you’ll visit me at Serenity Now again soon. 🙂

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