Stitching on Balsa Wood. They say one can do it but I ask myself the question, do I really need to. I remember when Sue created a file to be able to cover a old CD as a ITH project. I was so scared watching and ready to stop the machine any time. It worked out fine and now I want to make more.

Guess I did them in this order: simple embroidery, applique, reverse applique, puffy foam applique, stitching on towels, sweatshirts and t shirts, FSL (lace), metallic threads, zippy bags. Still have not done paper or balsa. Just haven't felt the need. The one I had the most trepidation was FSL, which I think the solution on that is simply finding a good lace digitizer. Highly recommend Martha Pullen, Anita Goodesign, tavernmaker, but lots of "amateur" digitizers, the lace falls apart when you are finished. I may have a few laces from Cute, but haven't stitched any out. Bought my membership here for the great embroidered designs for kids, and they are beautiful to watch stitch out.

Snap tabs! I want to do some, and have the snaps, but don't have the confidence to try.

My list includes balsa wood and the CD designs and ITH zippered items. I have the designs but just haven't used them. Silly me.

I think I have done just about every type of machine embroidery including balsa wood which is great for making Christmas decorations. The only downside is that it need very careful handling because the balsa wood breaks very easily.

I love FSL. Sue Box has the most beautiful FSL and it sews out perfectly. Tried most things but not balsa not sure why may be one of these days.

Our embroidery machines have not only given us hours of pleasure also they have opened up the world to new friends far and wide.

What is the trick to stitching on card stock? Do you hoop it in some way???

One more that I have not tried and i would need courage for are the rope baskets. Kim did them and they are fantastic