Parker on the Porch
Winter Wonderland Penguin Squishy Stuffie Hot Pad Mug Rug Snaptab Charm Supply Post
Posted by Jenny Chesnick on
Brrrr! Grab your coats and scarves and get ready to FLIP for POP's Winter Wonderland release.
We have the Winter Wonderland Mini Quilt
Winter Wonderland Mug Rug Bundle (with two adorable design options)
TThe Penguin Mug Rug and Hot Pad set
And the Stacked Penguin Snaptab and Charm
Supplies used during the creation of these and other POP projects:
- Fabric is Penguin Paradise by Puck Selders for Camelot Fabrics
- Squishy Penguin Stuffie uses Glitter Cuddle Luxe minky by Shannon Fabrics
- Stacked Penguin Snaptab and Charm glitter vinyl is Vinyl from MyPunkbroidery
- Memory Foam stuffing for a truly SQUISHY penguin stuffie
- Jen also purchases fabric from CottonTreasuresCo on Etsy. (Jen most often shops at her brick and mortar store in Maryland called Tomorrow's Treasures).
- Jen also buys fabric from Kammie Lou Lou Custom Fabric and Sewing Studio Fabric Superstore out of Maitland, Florida.
- Wool blend felt from Benzie Design
- #3 Zippers from Zipit (join our FB group for a discount code!) or Wawak
- #4.5 Zippers from Zipit (join our FB group for a discount code!) or #5 zippers from MyHandmadeSpace
- Bows
- Spiral Hair Ties in Fun Colors
- 55mm Tassels with Silver Caps
- 55mm Tassels with Gold Caps
- 80mm Tassels with Caps
- 84-89mm Tassels with Gold Caps
- 6 inch Tassel with Gold Lobster Clasp
- Silver Key Fob Hardware
- White Nickel Key Fob Hardware
- Gold Key Fob Hardware
- Rose Gold Key Fob Hardware
- Key Fob Tool
- Rose Gold Swivel Lobster Clasp with Split Ring
- Gold Swivel Lobster Clasps with Split Ring
- Silver Swivel Lobster Clasp with Split Ring
- Black Metal Swivel Lobster Clasp with Split Ring
- Six Metal Finish Assortment Split Rings
- Warm Metal Eyelets
- Cool Metal Eyelets
- Multicolor Eyelet Assortment
- Crop-a-dile Tool Kit
- Gold Ball Chain Keychains
- Silver Ball Chain Keychains
- Rose Gold Ball Chain Keychains
- Black Ball Chain Keychain
- Bright Assorted 10 Color Ball Chain Keychains
- Gold 10mm Split Ring Jump Rings
- 3/4 inch Lobster Clasp for Snaptabs
- 1 inch Lobster Clasp with extra D-rings for Snaptabs
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”Mary’s Doohickey Poking Tool” is the OESD Point & Press Tool. You can message CottonTreasuresCo to see if she has any in stock.
- Press Perfect Wool Mat
- Tape Dispenser for 1" and 3" Rolls
- Fiskars Rotary Cutting Set
- Janome Thread Stand
We can't wait to see what you create with our designs. Come share photos, ask questions, and chat in our Facebook group! Some links are affiliate links. I do earn a small commission from your purchase. Thank you!
FAQ Series: Will This Design Fit in My Hoop?
Posted by Jenny Chesnick on
One of the most commonly asked questions in email and in our Facebook group is something along the lines of, "My max hoop size is 5x7. Will that design work in my machine?" And the answer is that it depends on your machine and whether you're using an aftermarket hoop.
Almost all POP design listings include the design dimensions. For example, from the Cake Tree Mug Rug and Hot Pad Set:
You might see the smaller mug rug size of 5.09" x 7.00" and think, "That design is bigger than 5 inches, and it won't fit in my 5x7 hoop!" But that's more than likely not true. Most major embroidery machine companies size their hoops in millimeters, not inches. On my Brother machines, the hoop that we all know as a "5x7 hoop" is actually 130 mm x 180 mm, which converts to 5.11 inches x 7.08 inches. A Brother 6x10 hoop is 160 mm x 260 mm or 6.29 inches x 10.23 inches.
You can find the exact stitchable area of the hoops for your machine in the manual for the machine--look that up and bookmark it so that you will have it at your fingertips the next time you're shopping for designs. Of course there are a few machines with non-rectangular hoops, such as the Bernina "Midi" Hoop.
If we measure the diameter of this oval, it's 265 mm x 165 mm (10.43 inches x 6.49 inches). But the stitchable area is an oval shape, not a rectangle, so a "6x10" zipper bag will not fit in this hoop.
There are also aftermarket hoops that come in a variety of sizes and shapes. For example, there are FastFrames
And Mighty Hoops
Another twist to hoop size is the "Multi Position" hoop such as the Brother 5x12 (actual dimensions 300 mm x 130 mm or 11.81 inches x 5.11 inches). The repositionable hoops do not work with many "in the hoop" designs such as zipper bags. The hoop does not increase the maximum stitchable area of the machine past 130 mm x 180 mm. The hoop simply has the ability to be attached to the machine in several positions so that you can stitch a series of designs without rehooping the material.
Knowing your machine's hoop sizes or the aftermarket hoop sizes will enable you to purchase designs and not worry about whether it will fit in your hoop. POP's designs are sold with all of the sizes in one convenient and reasonably priced bundle. Even if you currently have a maximum hoop size of 5x7, you might get a different machine in a year or two!
Happy stitching!
Come join our Facebook group for more information and fun.
Midtown Top Zip Zipper Bag and Midtown Sunglasses Top Zip Zipper Bag Supply List
Posted by Jenny Chesnick on
POP has taken you Uptown, Downtown, and now it's time to go to MIDTOWN!
Midtown Size 3 Top Zip Zipper Bag
Midtown Sunglasses Top Zip Zipper Bag Size 3 and 5 Bundle
Supplies used during the creation of these and other POP projects:
- Floral fabric from Robert Kauffman's Painterly Petals line.
- Cork is Elizabeth's Studio from CottonTreasuresCo on Etsy
- Some of Jen's favorite fabric stores include CottonTreasuresCo on Etsy (though Jen most often purchases at the brick and mortar store in Maryland called Tomorrow's Treasures), Sewing Studio Fabric Superstore out of Maitland, Florida, and Kammie Lou Lou Custom Fabric.
- Annie's Lightweight Mesh Fabric
- Wool blend felt from Benzie Design
- Vinyl from MyPunkbroidery
- Jen loves Shannon Minky for anything soft and fuzzy. She buys from CottonTreasuresCo and also, check out POP Squad's Julie's shop with sewing supplies: Crafty Midwestern Mommy
- #3 Zippers from Zipit (join our FB group for a discount code!) or Wawak
- #4.5 Zippers from Zipit (join our FB group for a discount code!) or #5 zippers from MyHandmadeSpace
- Rivet Set
- Gem/Rhinestone Rivets
- Bows
- Spiral Hair Ties in Fun Colors
- 55mm Tassels with Silver Caps
- 55mm Tassels with Gold Caps
- 80mm Tassels with Caps
- 84-89mm Tassels with Gold Caps
- 6 inch Tassel with Gold Lobster Clasp
- Silver Key Fob Hardware
- White Nickel Key Fob Hardware
- Gold Key Fob Hardware
- Rose Gold Key Fob Hardware
- Key Fob Tool
- Rose Gold Swivel Lobster Clasp with Split Ring
- Gold Swivel Lobster Clasps with Split Ring
- Silver Swivel Lobster Clasp with Split Ring
- Black Metal Swivel Lobster Clasp with Split Ring
- Six Metal Finish Assortment Split Rings
- Warm Metal Eyelets
- Cool Metal Eyelets
- Multicolor Eyelet Assortment
- Crop-a-dile Tool Kit
- Gold Ball Chain Keychains
- Silver Ball Chain Keychains
- Rose Gold Ball Chain Keychains
- Black Ball Chain Keychain
- Bright Assorted 10 Color Ball Chain Keychains
- Gold 10mm Split Ring Jump Rings
- 3/4 inch Lobster Clasp for Snaptabs
- 1 inch Lobster Clasp with extra D-rings for Snaptabs
-
”Mary’s Doohickey Poking Tool” is the OESD Point & Press Tool. You can message CottonTreasuresCo to see if she has any in stock.
- Press Perfect Wool Mat
- Tape Dispenser for 1" and 3" Rolls
- Fiskars Rotary Cutting Set
- Janome Thread Stand
We can't wait to see what you create with our designs. Come share photos, ask questions, and chat in our Facebook group! Some links are affiliate links. I do earn a small commission from your purchase. Thank you!
Brush of Color Top Zip Zipper Bag and Pencil Rainbow Snaptab & Charm Supply Post
Posted by Jenny Chesnick on
We can't believe it is almost time for BACK TO SCHOOL!
Brush of Color Top Zip Zipper Bag
Pencil Rainbow Snaptab & Charm Set
Supplies used during the creation of these and other POP projects:
- Fabric from the depths of Jen's stash
- Some of Jen's favorite fabric stores include CottonTreasuresCo on Etsy (though Jen most often purchases at the brick and mortar store in Maryland called Tomorrow's Treasures), Sewing Studio Fabric Superstore out of Maitland, Florida, and Kammie Lou Lou Custom Fabric.
- Annie's Lightweight Mesh Fabric
- Wool blend felt from Benzie Design
- Vinyl from MyPunkbroidery
- Jen loves Shannon Minky for anything soft and fuzzy. She buys from CottonTreasuresCo and also, check out POP Squad's Julie's shop with sewing supplies: Crafty Midwestern Mommy
- #3 Zippers from Zipit (join our FB group for a discount code!) or Wawak
- #4.5 Zippers from Zipit (join our FB group for a discount code!) or #5 zippers from MyHandmadeSpace
- Rivet Set
- Gem/Rhinestone Rivets
- Bows
- Spiral Hair Ties in Fun Colors
- 55mm Tassels with Silver Caps
- 55mm Tassels with Gold Caps
- 80mm Tassels with Caps
- 84-89mm Tassels with Gold Caps
- 6 inch Tassel with Gold Lobster Clasp
- Silver Key Fob Hardware
- White Nickel Key Fob Hardware
- Gold Key Fob Hardware
- Rose Gold Key Fob Hardware
- Key Fob Tool
- Rose Gold Swivel Lobster Clasp with Split Ring
- Gold Swivel Lobster Clasps with Split Ring
- Silver Swivel Lobster Clasp with Split Ring
- Black Metal Swivel Lobster Clasp with Split Ring
- Six Metal Finish Assortment Split Rings
- Warm Metal Eyelets
- Cool Metal Eyelets
- Multicolor Eyelet Assortment
- Crop-a-dile Tool Kit
- Gold Ball Chain Keychains
- Silver Ball Chain Keychains
- Rose Gold Ball Chain Keychains
- Black Ball Chain Keychain
- Bright Assorted 10 Color Ball Chain Keychains
- Gold 10mm Split Ring Jump Rings
- 3/4 inch Lobster Clasp for Snaptabs
- 1 inch Lobster Clasp with extra D-rings for Snaptabs
-
”Mary’s Doohickey Poking Tool” is the OESD Point & Press Tool. You can message CottonTreasuresCo to see if she has any in stock.
- Press Perfect Wool Mat
- Tape Dispenser for 1" and 3" Rolls
- Fiskars Rotary Cutting Set
- Janome Thread Stand
We can't wait to see what you create with our designs. Come share photos, ask questions, and chat in our Facebook group! Some links are affiliate links. I do earn a small commission from your purchase. Thank you!
Fresh Mesh Top Zip Zipper Bag and Island Fun Charm Set Supply List
Posted by Jenny Chesnick on
Summer, we see you flying by too quickly--and here's a bag to match!
Supplies used during the creation of these and other POP projects:
- Annie's Lightweight Mesh Fabric
- Whimsy Daisical by Keri Schneider in Orange Large Dots
- Wool blend felt from Benzie Design
- 1/2" double fold bias tape, purchased or made to match. Bias tape tool is handy dandy but not required.
- Some of Jen's favorite fabric stores include CottonTreasuresCo on Etsy (though Jen most often purchases at the brick and mortar store in Maryland called Tomorrow's Treasures), Sewing Studio Fabric Superstore out of Maitland, Florida, and Kammie Lou Lou Custom Fabric.
- Vinyl from MyPunkbroidery
- Jen loves Shannon Minky for anything soft and fuzzy. She buys from CottonTreasuresCo and also, check out POP Squad's Julie's shop with sewing supplies: Crafty Midwestern Mommy
- #3 Zippers from Zipit (join our FB group for a discount code!) or Wawak
- #4.5 Zippers from Zipit (join our FB group for a discount code!) or #5 zippers from MyHandmadeSpace
- Rivet Set
- Gem/Rhinestone Rivets
- Bows
- Spiral Hair Ties in Fun Colors
- 55mm Tassels with Silver Caps
- 55mm Tassels with Gold Caps
- 80mm Tassels with Caps
- 84-89mm Tassels with Gold Caps
- 6 inch Tassel with Gold Lobster Clasp
- Silver Key Fob Hardware
- White Nickel Key Fob Hardware
- Gold Key Fob Hardware
- Rose Gold Key Fob Hardware
- Key Fob Tool
- Rose Gold Swivel Lobster Clasp with Split Ring
- Gold Swivel Lobster Clasps with Split Ring
- Silver Swivel Lobster Clasp with Split Ring
- Black Metal Swivel Lobster Clasp with Split Ring
- Six Metal Finish Assortment Split Rings
- Warm Metal Eyelets
- Cool Metal Eyelets
- Multicolor Eyelet Assortment
- Crop-a-dile Tool Kit
- Gold Ball Chain Keychains
- Silver Ball Chain Keychains
- Rose Gold Ball Chain Keychains
- Black Ball Chain Keychain
- Bright Assorted 10 Color Ball Chain Keychains
- Gold 10mm Split Ring Jump Rings
- 3/4 inch Lobster Clasp for Snaptabs
- 1 inch Lobster Clasp with extra D-rings for Snaptabs
-
”Mary’s Doohickey Poking Tool” is the OESD Point & Press Tool. You can message CottonTreasuresCo to see if she has any in stock.
- Press Perfect Wool Mat
- Tape Dispenser for 1" and 3" Rolls
- Fiskars Rotary Cutting Set
- Janome Thread Stand
We can't wait to see what you create with our designs. Come share photos, ask questions, and chat in our Facebook group! Some links are affiliate links. I do earn a small commission from your purchase. Thank you!
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