Category Archives: Creativity

Saturday Sewing – Finding Inspiration!

Posted on July 17, 2021 by janomeman

Since the start of the pandemic, we’ve been posting “Saturday Sewing” blogs; little projects which are quick and easy to do, with materials you likely already have at home. They have proved very popular, so, even with COVID restrictions loosening; … Continue reading →

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Recycling Decor

Posted on November 6, 2020 by Anne Stitcher

During this pandemic time I have been staying close to home and sewing. I never knew what to do with empty spools. My friend Kelly started keeping hers and creating a unique piece of art for decorating her home. She … Continue reading →

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Part 1 Sewing with Panels

Posted on December 10, 2018 by janomeman

If inspiration has been eluding you lately, consider using one of the widely available, often inexpensive printed panels to get those creative juices flowing. Printed panels are a terrific jumping off point for creativity. They are your not so blank, … Continue reading →

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CUTE DOUBLE ZIPPER BOX BAG

Posted on July 10, 2017 by janomecanada

I discovered this pattern at a Sewing show about 8 months ago (Yes, I know……I’m guilty of taking a long time to get to actually sewing some projects!). This pattern has been sitting on my desk making ugly faces at me … Continue reading →

Posted in Creativity, PATTERN REVIEW | Tagged Great project idea made on a Janome machine, Jnaome MC9400, Serpentine stitch on Janome machines, Sew Sweetness pattern Annex double zipper pouch, Zipper bag with 2 compartments | 2 Comments

MORE FREE CANADA 150 DOWNLOADS!!

Posted on July 4, 2017 by Janome Canada

The Canada 150 paper pieced pillow designed for Janome by Tamara Kate of Montreal is available for download on our website: http://www.janome.ca. There are TWO parts to this download: the Project Instructions (in English or French) and the Piecing Pattern. … Continue reading →

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY CANADA!!!!

Posted on July 1, 2017 by Janome Canada

I am sure that many of us are very proud Canadians and would love to be in Ottawa this weekend to take part in the fabulous Canada 150 Sesquicentennial celebrations. However, for many of us, this is not going to … Continue reading →

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THE FREE MAPLE LEAF DESIGNS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD.

Posted on June 26, 2017 by Janome Canada

YES, these 3 lovely maple leaf designs are now available for download from our http://www.janome.ca website. Our Janome dealers across Canada have had these designs for a while in order to make samples and to make plans for their customers … Continue reading →

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EYE CANDY FROM TALENTED JANOME PEOPLE at SNIP and STITCH SEWING CENTRE

Posted on February 27, 2017 by Janome Canada

I wanted to share these great show & tell projects from Janome customers at SNIP AND STITCH SEWING CENTRE in Nanaimo, BC. I know how talented so many of our Janome customers are…….you have shown me over & over the wonderful … Continue reading →

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CREATING ORDER OUT OF CHAOS?

Posted on January 30, 2017 by Janome Canada

Well, it sure is that time of the year where we take stock of our lives, what we do, and what we’d like to do moving forward. There is often the making of all sorts of New Year’s resolutions. Have … Continue reading →

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QUILT FUSION

Posted on January 20, 2017 by Janome Canada

Have you heard about QUILT FUSION? This free quilt software was used to design the One World quilt and can be used to create your own fusible applique patterns. Please check out their website. If you need a little help … Continue reading →