Monogram Pillowcases

I continue to work on Christmas gifts. This is a set of monogram pillowcase for my niece and her hubby. This year one of my goals was to make better use of my embroidery machine. Many on my Christmas list will receive items that are embellished with machine embroidery. I have both an older Bernina embroidery machine and a Janome 11000. I love the Janome because it allows me to download directly from the computer. My Bernina does excellent embroidery but I'm limited to a design card.

Susan's Tote

I just completed this tote for a friend who is retiring on June 30th. I decided to make one of the Amy Butler Swing Bags and monogram her initial on the front of the tote. If she doesn't want to have the monogram on the outside, the tote is reversible. Both the fabrics are by Michael Miller. I love his fabric. I have a Amy Butler Birdie Bag made from the same fabrics.

I'm finally back into my studio after cleaning the house and doing laundry. The dust collects even when you are on vacation. Looking forward to more sewing next week. I purchased a mini quilt kit in Montana and I'd like to get going on that project.