Quilting Gallery Blog Hop

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It’s BLOG HOP TIME!!

Quilting Gallery is hosting another great blog hop!!

 Here’s a little about me and my blog 🙂

I’m Bea (bee-ah- not Bee like the kind that has wings!ha ha)

I’ve been quilting since 2004 when I was pregnant with my daughter who’s now 8.

I have 3 kids, 10yr old son, 8yr old daughter and also a 6m old daughter.

I started long arm quilting in 2009

I’ve won ribbons at local county fairs and quilt shows.

I love to quilt !! every part of quilting: Designing a quilt in EQ7, picking out fabrics, cutting, piecing, quilting and hand sewing the binding on.

I was also published for the first time last summer in McCall’s and have also been in Quilt it Today magazine. Now I also started selling patterns at Connecting Threads!!

I also like to create bi-weekly tutorials for EQ7 users.

Okay enough “bragging” about myself….

If you follow my blog and KNOW me, I’m usually not the bragging type, I just love what I do and can’t stop talking about it and sharing anything quilty related or teach others to quilt.

Here’s a small giveaway from my stash!

An A-Z quilting book that I won from another blog hop and I’m just passing it along 🙂

A charm pack “terrain” by Kate Spain

And a set of AHHHH’s

click here to learn more about those- my latest quilty obsession 🙂

I’ll also throw in this PDF pattern, I’ll email it to the winner!

it’s for sale at connecting threads here

Now my “NEWEST” obsession is machine embroidery!

after getting EQ Stitch from Electric Quilt, I started drooling over a bigger embroidery machine.

And guess what!? hubby is getting me one- he found a nice used industrial 6 needle brother machine, so I/we might turn embroidering into a business, we’ll see 🙂

So here’s what you have to do to win these goodies above!

comment below, giving me ideas what to make/sell/ give away with an embroidery machine.

Followers can leave an extra comment for a 2nd chance to win.

ALSO I’m currently having another giveaway with my quilt along here

AND if any of you have EQ7 I’m hosting a blog hop in April here

I’ll pick a winner Friday the 15th! – not sure of the time so get your comments in by the end of Thursday the 14th

266 thoughts on “Quilting Gallery Blog Hop”

  3. Jeanie

    I've actually bought some embroidered blocks on ebay to make into my own projects, like quilts and wall hangings. I like to make my own item…purse or whatever, but don't have an embroidery machine to make the embroidery part. Good luck and thanks for the giveaway!

  5. Teresa in Music City

    Baby things are always a winner when embroidered with baby's name and a cute motif! And also totes and backpacks – the list is endless! Thanks for playing along in the Blog Hop!

  7. Amy

    You could do kids shirts, quilt blocks, the possiblities are endless. Thanks for the giveaway!

  9. Joyce Carter

    I use to sell baby items at craft shows and they always sold great. You could make bibs, burp cloths,blankets,towels,etc and put some embroidery on them. I think they would sell great for you, too. Thank you for the giveaway.

  13. Deb@asimplelifequilts

    I would like to be able to order sets of embroidered block centers for baby quilts or themed quilts (autumn leaves, flowers, etc.).

  26. tubilinha tiacarminha

    Perseguidora sempre.Isto é um ofertão.Obrigada.tiacarminhapezzuto@gmail.com

  27. tubilinha tiacarminha

    Quando comprei meu primeiro overlok,fiz peças pequenas para venda rápida.Então vá assim…lembre-se que de tostão em tostão ,enche-se o cofre.Obrigada por oferta generosa,estou torcendo por mim.tiacarminhapezzuto@gmail.com

  38. Janet

    pillow cases, tea towels, and what do you call those things you drape on the back of a couch. Antimacassars or something. And thanks for letting me know your name is pronounced Be-A.

  40. ytsmom

    Embroidered dish towels and monogrammed towels. They would make great shower and wedding gifts.

  43. Lynn Makrin

    We need a "Dishes CLEAN: Dishes DIRTY" sign for the dishwasher (and I don't mean me!).That would be a really neat embroidery project.

  45. usagypsy

    Doggie stuff/Animal stuff. People love to dress their animals up and add personal details like names or pictures. Though the only thing I could get my dogs dressed up in was bandannas 🙂

  47. Stephanie

    Monogrammed baby quilts would be a fun thing to do with the embroidery machine!

  51. Kathy

    Hi Bea…zip pouches would be great but I love the tea towel idea. Love your giveaway choices!!!

  53. Joanie's Quilts

    I am a follower! How fun a new embroidery machine! Squares for a baby quilt, t-shirts, bibs. Hand towels or t-towels.

  54. Crickets Corner

    Baby things are always so cute with embroidery as are pillowcases and tea towels. Thanks for the great giveaway!

  56. Margaret

    Dish towels are one of my favorite things to make when I use my embroidery machine.

  58. Belinda

    Like others have said, kids' shirts and baby items are always good sellers. And maybe some personalized purses or little bags?….

  60. Margaret

    I don't have an embroidery machine but I think anything baby related would be great sellers.

  62. Kimberly Cassie @ Quilty Doodads

    You can market custom services to business and embroider logos on golf shirts, hats, etc. During the peak weather season you could offer to monogram towels, sheets, napkins, etc as gifts for newly-weds. Folks also like to see personalized baby items (onesies, bibs, etc). The possibilities are endless!thanks for the amazing giveaway. I have really enjoyed watching your Ahhs progress. I wonder if I could do those…the pieces seem sooooo small!

  63. Kimberly Cassie @ Quilty Doodads

    I'm an ongoing follower…keep those great posts headed my way (and I always love pictures of Sonja…she is adorable!)

  66. B Greene

    Personalized baby items are always in demand. Thanks for the chance to win this awesome prize pack!

  67. Domestic Bliss

    I saw some beautiful placemats and napkins that a friend made with her embroidery machine… you could make some as wedding or household gifts.

  69. joyce

    The lady in the small town where I teach embroiders School names and logos on a lot of items.

  71. Melissa

    Those AHHHS look awesome 🙂 Embroidery… I always imagined if I had an embroidery machine I'd make really awesome embroidered shirts with my work logo. It's so expensive to get it done by someone else!

  72. Jeanne

    Embrodiery on dish towels, totes, baby items, jackets, or hats are some suggestions. Thanks for the giveaway too.

  73. pinsandneedles

    I think you could embroider on baby clothes like onesies. Vey cute.

  75. TheStylishHome

    I'm reading all the comments with interest. I've had the same question, but never an answer for it 🙂

  77. Shel @ Crafty But Not Creative

    I think you could embroider fabrics to use for zippered pouches & simple tote bags, and those would be easy & profitable. Thanks for the chance to win!

  78. JoyceLM

    My niece was looking for embroidered patches to sew onto onesies for a baby shower she was hosting. Thanks for the chance to win.

  84. SpartanBabe

    I think something small but fun, like mug rugs or name badges that you could take to or put up at work would be fun! I hope you have fun with the new machine :o)

  86. Hilachas

    I just bought an embroidery machine and I'm going crazy embroidering everything. There's no end to the things that can be embroidered. Right now I'm embroidering squares to use in making potholders.

  88. Judy1522

    Embroidered t-shirts for babies and toddlers. They are always a hit. I remember my nephew"s daughter had a ladybug themed first birthday party and her mother found a t-shirt on line with a ladybug embroidered on it. It was very cute and perfect for the party.

  90. BizyStitches

    How about some kind of credit card carrier? That always seems handy. Thanks for the fun blog hop.

  92. Kelli

    I think you could use it to personalize lots of unique gifts. How exciting! 🙂 Thanks for a chance to win such great prizes! xo

  94. Susana

    Ja ja yo también babeo sobre las maquinas de bordar .A que se quiere dedicar usted?Artesanal o industrial.Que mercado es su favorito?Cuando usted camina por su ciudad ve bordados artesanales o industriales?Vivo en América del Sur y aunque me encanta no me comprare la maquina de bordar.Desde luego soy una seguidora.

  98. Southern Gal

    I sew for a friend who embroiders. She sells children's clothing and items like totes, blankets, towels, etc. You can always sell monogrammed items for children (and their moms) in the South! Thanks for the chance.

  101. Karen - Quilts...etc.

    I do not do machine embroidery myself but I would think there are all types of projects one could do all kinds of baby items, mug rugs, pillow cases ect.

  102. M-R Charbonneau

    Hmm, monogrammed coasters or placemats? Thanks for the fab giveaway, Bea!

  103. Fiesta

    Thank you for the chance to win this lovely prize. I make monthly themed on y embroidery machine to sell

  104. marth225

    I'm so glad you are getting your machine. I've been having fun making baby quilts with mine. Can't wait to see what you will be doing

  106. Bonnie58

    I am a follower and have been working on a Hoop Sisters GooseTracks wall hanging the past few months with my embroidery machine. Love it. Thanks for sharing and for the opportunity on the draw. bonnielarson58@gmail.com

  107. Needled Mom

    You'll love the bigger machine. I have the BMP8 and enjoy NOT having to change threads all of the time. Burp cloths are always a hit when embroidered.

  109. MooseStash Quilting

    I love making quilt blocks with my embroidery machine. All the adorable little things you can do, make for a fun quilt! You know I follow you… your the one who keeps me going! 🙂

  111. MASolo

    I'm in the same place you are – a new-to-me Brother 650e. I think I'm going to target the "grandmother set", since that is where my contacts are. The lady I bought from has younger children, and personalizes all sorts of things for families at her school. She also has done work for sporting teams – headbands for girls, sports bags, jackets, etc. I've also done wedding work (for my kids), and my daughters tells me that's a good area to work with. Good luck, and I'll be following your progress!

  112. Sandra Visser

    Your possibilities are endless when you add machine embroidery to your quilting. There are some gorgeous quilts, baby bibs, then there is all of the 3D patterns that are available.syvisser@gmail(dot)com

  113. Sandra Visser

    Have been a follower of yours for awhile now.syvisser@gmail(dot)com

  114. Lindsay(PACountryCrafts)

    Baby items seem to sell really well. Bibs, burp cloths, onesies,… anything like that!Thanks for the lovely giveaway!

  115. Connie

    Great giveaway Bea! We are always buying little tea towels that are embroidered for gifts.

  117. Sherry

    I love embroidered anything. Baby t's and bibs are always fun. I have several grandchildren and I am always looking for simple gifts for them.

  121. Madeleine

    Love the charm pack! I'm thinking you could embroider baby names and birth info and such and then frame it. People would love that!

  122. Bj

    I received a lace bookmark once that someone made on their embroidery machine, it was two colors and amazing, Thank You, Bj.

  125. Barb66

    How about a series of seasonal wall hangings with embroidery and quilting.

  126. Lou

    I have an emb machine…am wishing for a 6 needle but only have had the quilting business for 2 years in June and not too much demand for the emb so can't see the sense of it just yet:) One day ……

  128. Mary

    I'm a new follower. I'd love to learn more about my EQ7. Thanks for the nice giveaway.

  129. Terry@ a quilting blog

    How about creating custom labels with that new machine? Look forward to seeing what you design.

  133. Nancy

    As to what you could make, I like to add embellishments to my projects. Things like flowers or butterflies. Crafters might like to use them in hair clips, cards, etc.

  139. Lourdes

    The possibilites are endless… mub rugs, clothing, Christmas gifts, table runners, dish towels….Thanks for the chance to win, I am also a new follower

  140. VickiT

    Wow. Lucky you. You're jumping up to play with the big kids on that machine. LOL Really what to sell is the hard part. What sells in one area, won't be given a second look in another. And what sells really well this year might not a few months later. (I'm speaking along the lines of doing craft shows). I see this very question quite often in the machine embroidery groups I've been a member of since 2003. The next question is always, what should I charge/what do you charge because some are not selling the items that were suggested when they asked what sells well.The best advice I could give, if you are hoping to grow locally at least, is go to craft shows in your area and see what is being offered and what people are buying. AND check the prices too since that will be your next hurdle because many people (just like quilt prices) don't seem to understand that you don't work for free and charge only for materials used forgetting you need to take into account thread, wear and tear on the machine, your energy usage and yea, your time too. And not to mention, the cost at upgrading that software and buying it in the first place. All those items should factor somehow into the pricing, even if only a small amount with each item. I'm sure you know that though. 😉 But it's really a crapshoot as to what you should sell. Mug Rugs in the machine embroidery arena have been hugely popular for about three years now and some are now seeing the sales of those slowing down. The one that that always sells is baby stuff. Baby bibs and matching burp cloths with embroidery with seasonal sayings on them always go really well. You're not going to make a fortune off each one but, finding the right niche and making them super cute so you get lots of repeat business then you can do really well.I'll shut up now though. Good luck. I'm sure you'll do great. Have fun with that new machine.

  144. StasaLynn

    I think you could do just about anything with a new machine! Patches come to mind!

  145. Sandra

    You can do anything and everything. Mug rugs; quilts; pot holders. I am a avid follower and enjoy my visits. Thank you for joining in the Beat the Winter Blues Blog Hop and giving all of your followers a chance to win.Sandi Timmonssandit1@sbcglobal.netSonora, CA

  146. Nancy

    I'd love to win but I don't know much about machine embroidery and haven't really noticed it when I've been out and about. I wish you success in your efforts, though.

  148. Robin

    I think it would be cool to order embroidered pieces of fabric to use in my own creations(like bags and such).

  149. Tammy

    Monogramed minky baby blankets sell well also matchin bib and burp sets that are monogramed or apppliqued and then their is allways the 1st bithday t shirts. Thansk for the chance to enter your giveaway.

  151. Siouxzq64@gmail.com

    I have seen many people who order pieces to be put in quilt or to use to make bags, etc. So many possibilities!

  152. Anonymous

    I have a friend who embroiders things for her crazy quilt blocks, things like birds, sewing motifs, snowflakes. You could do that and those of us without a machine would buy them. =)Thanks for the giveaway. dezertsuz at gmail

  153. Cara

    Make baby stuff…blankets, bibs, burp cloths, and onesies. We mommas are always on the hunt for great embroidered stuff!

  154. Richard Healey

    My wife and I just bought a embrodiery machine and have used ours to make a couple quilt lables we have just a little brother machine.

  156. Betty

    How about custom applique pieces or monograms, that someone could add to existing clothing? It would be a great way to cover a stain or a rip in an otherwise good shirt, pair of jeans, etc.

  159. Marlene @ KISSed Quilts . com

    Embroidered burp cloths.Love that Terrain line!Continue to enjoy seeing what you create…thanks for sharing with us all!

  160. Gloria

    I have seen machine embroidery used very effectively as the quilt design on alternate blocks in a pieced quilt.To sell or give away, I feel small items are best. I oncemade a range of cusions which were basically strips of co-ordinating fabric round an embroidered design. I am looking at one right now. The centre sqaure is about 6" and has a topiary tree cross-stitched on it.

  162. Kathy L

    I think monogrammed mug rugs would be great. Thanks for the chance to win.

  163. CaroleM

    My friend is making His and Hers pillow cases for a couple getting married. Something like that would be great!

  164. Pat S.

    I've seen a few quilters who bring their embroidery machines to quilt and craft shows & custom embroider on the spot. Good luck with your new passion! Thanks sew much for this chance to win your generous giveaway :-Dback2loghome (at) yahoo (dot) com

  166. Kim

    I have seen some really adorable children's dresses and rompers with embroidered designs on the top.

  168. Karrie S

    Tshirts? little tshirts for kid's teddy bears? socks for little kids. Aprons?

  172. JanesQuilting

    Embroider is a great way to show off items. The things you can make and do are almost endless. Good luck on your new adventure and I know you will have a lot of fun with it.

  173. JanesQuilting

    Thank you for the chance to win those beautiful items. I am a follower.

  175. Nanbon44

    I have a few embroidery machines and I make lots of embroidered towels, quilts with embroidered blocks, embroidered cards, pillows, embroider shirts, and purses..

  176. gtcoursey

    I would think someone new to embroidering would appreciate some thread to go along with their machine.

  180. Anonymous

    HI! I THINK TOWELS AND PLACEMATS ARE ALWAYS APPRECIATED+EMBROIDERING WOULD BE SO FUN!THANKS FOR SHARING!msstitcher1948@yahoo.com

  181. Erin @ Sew at Home Mummy

    I would make a nametag to wear to all of my guild meetings and fairs!

  182. Purl Buttons

    Great prizes! You should make embroidered pillow panels and sell them with a pattern to put them together like a mini kit.

  186. Lisa Cox

    I made the cutest little shirts for my daughter using my embroidery machine. Or you could embroider kitchen towels, handkerchiefs, hats, bandannas, scarves…

  187. Happy Cottage Quilter

    I have no idea what to make with embroidery machine, since I do not have one, nor have ever tried using one. But I think the sky's the limit with your imagination. Thanks for the great giveaway!

  189. Just Quilt It

    Baby items would be good sellers–also designs on hats. Thanks for participating!

  191. Podunkpretties

    I make free standing lace bookmarks, and FSL Holiday Ornaments and sell them. They sell like hotcakes! Thanks for a chance to win!

  192. Carrie P.

    thanks for the very nice giveaway.Congrats on your new machine. I got some embroidered bath towels a while back and I think they are some of my favorites to use. Have fun with your new machine.

  194. This Dog's Mom

    Have fun with the embroidery machine! I recently bought some embroidered quilt blocks at a craft show and put them into a wallhanging. They were flowers embroidered on a pieced background of light green prints. Lovely! Birds and dragonflies would be be pretty to. Thanks for a great giveaway!

  196. Norma

    I am a new follower! I haven't tried making these myself but the quilted cards with some embroidery would be great gifts.

  197. Amanda K

    To add names to quilts? I don't have an embroidery machine so I'm jealous!I'm a recent follower.Thanks!AmandaK@whatthebobbin

  198. crafter1953

    Hi, I know that there is a large market for embroidered blocks or just about anything that can be sewed on. Thank you for the chance to win such a large giveaway.

  203. Pam

    I would love to have an embroidery machine. I know a couple people that make some money by doing monograms and also check with the local schools, they usually need people that do embroidery for their caps and shirts.Thanks for the chance to win!reeskylr(at)gmail(dot)com

  204. apple blossom

    thanks for chance to win this giveawayABreading4fun [at] gmail [dot] com

  206. Andee

    Monogrammed pillowcases…ofc you would have to have people special order them!

  209. Sarah J.

    I always like embroidered butterflies and other natural things that are like fabric patches and can be used for a lot of different things. Thanks!

  210. Donna

    Machine embroidery is so versatile. Children's clothing, things for home like towels, embroidered quilt blocks, bags, with your talents it will fun to see what you do with the new machine!

  211. Tamie

    I think monogramed tote bags or baby bibs would be good sellers. Thanks for participating in the Quilters' Blog Hop Party.

  213. Amanda

    You should embroider bibs and matching pants/socks. I was always so sad when my young son was drooling so much that I had to cover up the cute shirt with a bib that didn't match.

  215. Mary Ann

    I have made dishtowels and burp clothes. Monogammed pouches are cool too

  219. LJ

    I think children's things sell well especially things like bibs, burp clothes, onsies. Good luck.

  220. Lyn

    I have a large machine. I like to do in the hoop projects. You can even put in the zipper. Thanks and I am a follower.

  221. legato1958

    You can personalize tote bags with the initial.Thanks for the giveaway chance!Susielegato1958@aol.com

  222. The Orphan Quilter

    I've nver really tried machine embroidery, but it sounds like fun! Count me as a new follower!

  223. Gail Olney

    I love your enthusiasm. I'll try to figure out how to follow. I assume there is a button somewhere. olney dot gail at gmail dot com

  224. Anonymous

    You could Make Golf Polo Shirts w/logo embroidery….Thanks for this Fantastic Giveaway!

  225. Anonymous

    You could also make Mens Boxers w/duck or other animal embroidery designs….

  226. Kathy H

    Holiday blocks that people could turn into their own quilts. One of the stores near me does this at Christmas. ALso funny sayings or pictures on towels is always a good gift.

  228. Becky

    Embroidered burb cloths would appeal to new moms. Thanks for the wonderful giveaway!

  229. Lisa

    The hot thing right now is to make a pocket for a plain t-shirt and monogram it!

  230. Catskill Quilter

    Personalized items usually sell well, but beyond that, I really do not know!

  232. Vivian

    You can make quilt blocks of animals and sell them on etsy. Birds or turtles would make a cute baby quilt. Good luck with your business.

  233. Shauna

    I would love to have an emb. machine. I want to some words like Love, Peace, Happiness to add to my quilts.

  234. Jodi - usairdoll

    What a lucky lady! How nice to have an embroidery machine. I have several embroidery projects but all by hand. There are lots of great suggestions posted and I'm sure anything you do with personalizing will do great. Good Luck!Thank you for a great giveaway and a chance to win.usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com

  235. Jodi - usairdoll

    I'm a follower. Thanks again for a chance to win.usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com

  236. Anonymous

    I would love o see little motifs on key fobs–like quilt blocks perhaps? but also hobbies like golf or tennis would be nice.

  237. Jane S.

    You're going to have so much fun! I'd love to see some pretty zippered pouches or bag. Thank you for the generous giveaway — that Kate Spain fabric is yummy. 🙂

  238. Deb C

    A lot of schools near us buy shirts embroidered with their mascot for their teachers. I live in a rural area and I see a lot of clubs do this also. Have fun with the machine. Thanks for the chance to win.

  240. Jan Baker

    Ok, I checked out the shunts and they look complicated. I have been really wanting to paper piece and this would give me the chance to try it. As for your new project, I love pillows. With your talent I think you would come up with some great ones. 3bakergirlsgo@gmail.com

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  249. Garilyn S

    clothing, quilt squares, burp cloths, bibs, etc.Thanks for the chance to win!

  254. Abbigail

    What can you NOT do that would sell? Baby items are good sellers.hulseybg at gmail dot com

  256. Mom C

    I used to love to make embroidered T shirts, caps and jackets. Also pillows and wall hangings.Thanks.

  257. LeAnne

    Congratulations on the embroidery machine. You're going to love it! I mostly make quilts with mine, but not sure how well they'd sell. I like to add embroidery to button-down shirts, especially a long column of flowers or a geometric pattern, then a single motif on the opposite side. Embroidered dish towels with redwork or some other light design always go over well when I give them as gifts. Actually they are now expected every year!

  258. Martha

    I am a follower and I love reading your blog. Thanks for the chance to win.

  259. Anonymous

    What a wonderful giveaway. I always love bags and purses and I bet they would be good sellers

  263. BillieBee (billiemick)

    Just think how many new UFOs I could start with an embroidery machine….:)

  266. java diva

    Maybe you could make name- embroidered or monogrammed kids aprons with your new machine.

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