A toast to you! How to craft stem glass cozies
Hi Sewing Friends,
Happy New Year! Let’s raise a glass and make a toast to boldly going where we’ve never gone before! Let 2013 be the year to challenge yourself in the world of sewing by taking your skills to the next level. If you’ve alwaysdone alterations, move on to sewing garments. If you’ve only made pillows, set your sights on draperies or slipcovers. Take on something interesting that will challenge you and force you to learn new techniques.
When you begin a new project, conduct a quick inventory of your available stitches, presser feet, threads and interfacings. If you’re brand new to sewing and received a sewing machine as a holiday gift, the project below is just for YOU! The Stem Glass Cozies are an easy afternoon project that will familiarize you with your machine and sharpen your skills while constructing. These washable gems are definitely a confidence booster!
STEM GLASS COZIE
When making this project, I noticed that “One size fits all” does not apply to Stem Glass Cozies because bases vary in size. Measure the base of your stemware to determine which pattern size to follow.
KEY* In the directions, 2.5″ = small 3.5″ = large
- Make a circle template with 4.5″ diameter (small) or 5.5″ diameter (large)
- Cut 4 strips of linen 4.5″ x 18.5″(small) or 5.5″ x 21.5″ (large) and iron-on interfacing to the back side
- Fold the interfaced strips in half lengthwise and press
- If you’re including narrow ribbon in your border, iron it in place using Wonder Under.
Do NOT use Heat N’Bond (as it will gum up your needle and cause skipped stitches)
- Select the center stitch and sew down the ribbon. You can see from the completed strips I used single, 2X and 3X stitch elongation for the center bead stitch. For the border, I programmed two stitches for a unique sequence.
- TIP* For a slight sheen you can use embroidery thread (upper thread only!–use regular sewing thread in the bobbin)
- When stitching is complete, place the Folded circle template on the fold of the strip and
re-mark around the 1/2 circle (you should fit 4) Cut out the 1/2 circles along markings
- Cut 4–double layer circles . 4.5″ diameter (small) 5.5″ diameter (large) I used Wonder Under to
adhere the circles together.
- Arrange the stitched bordered half circles in an overlapping pattern. Place the plain double layer
circles over the arranged cozie topper and pin in place.
- Use the presser foot as a guide along the outer edge and stitch around the entire circle.
Trim seam allowance to 1/4″ and turn right side out. Place them face down on the ironing board and steam press.
Insert a stem glass base and pour a Toast to YOU!
Sew your Dreams,
Darlene
On your presentation on 1-9-13, I believe it was the Singer One Plus mach you were showing the wine glass cozie. Off to the side there was a beautiful placemat, cream in color and the end pannels had a diamond design which appeared to be done with a gold thread. Is there any way I can get this pattern? I have the cozie pattern and would love to get the place mat as well. Thanks in advance and keep up the fantastic shows and prices……
I purchase the Singer one plus and on your show you where demonstrating the circle foot you where making the circular patters with the mirrors. On that show you said you would kindly email a copy of a work sheet in which you had all the settings in order to do different stitches around the mirror section,
Also I purchased the five thread Singer Serger I have sewed for almost forth years , but I am having trouble threading the machine I followed the manual and it is not giving me a proper over lock stitch. Please help do you have a blog or advice I do not think I am doing anything wrong before I awesome that there is something wrong with the machine maybe you can help me, I have made evening gowns wedding dresses and have worked for several designer houses in New York city and still I have learned so much from your show. Thats what I love about sewing you never stop learning. You are a inspiration to the art of sewing. Please email me the work sheet and any help you can ofter on the serger.
Thank you Catherine
Hi Darlene,
You are doing a great job as always. I have been watching all the shows and look forward to the 6pm show.
Thank you so very much for the DVD and the lovely note you sent out to your Dar’s Stars. I got mine yesterday late afternoon.
I made the leap and it took me a paper bag and two pieces of paper with Buy it , Do not buy it written out, put the little notes in the bag and shook it up and then reached in and pulled one out. Came up with “Buy it” so I did.
I bought the Pro 5 thread serger. Have been looking at the 2-3-4 Singer Serger. The pro 5, the price was unbelieveable. One would be silly not to buy it for that price. Plus I had a coupon so I did even better on the price and used flex pay. Got to love HSN.
Will watch again at 6pm, You have a great evening and thank you so much for all you do for the customers of HSN. Will also be watching when you demo the Janome America machines.
Thanks again,
Your sewing friend,
Cupa Tea
Cupa Tea, Congratulations on taking the big Plunge with the 5-thread serger—You’re going to love it! and thank you for shopping with us at HSN! You are such a funny bunny with your paper bag and your notes:) I’m excited about the Janome airings coming up on Feb 26 at 6am & 1pm. Hope you can call in and say Hi! Happy Serging!
Hi Darlene,
Cannot wait to see you tomorrow Valentine’s Day on HSN. I am looking forward to seeing what machines you will be showing.I will be watching at 3am,10am,2pm,6pm.
Missing your updates on Dar’s Stars. Would love to see that site with new things and all your informative information. Oh yes been a fan for many years. Thanks again for the book.
Cannot wait to see you tomorrow.
Happy Valentine’s Day Sewing Goddess.
Your sewing friend,
Cupa Tea
Is there a way to get instructions or video of the flower embellishments you made when you had the Singer One Plus presentation???
Hi Concrafter—so glad you were able to catch a presentation of the Singer One Plus! Thanks for watching! If you e-mail me your address, I’ll attach the instructions and send to you. Darlene@darlenecahill.com Happy Sewing!
Hi, again Darlene
I am trying to use the Narrow Braid cord foot with gimmping guide. I dont understand where in the presser foot is the opening. The little black square is too small for the gimping guide. Please help.
Hi mimi8829, You asked a great question. You’re right! It does seem as though the little black square hole is too small…. Here’s what I found when trying to use the gimp guide.
Remove the ankle from the presser foot bar so you can improve the leverage. Place the ankle on the table sideways and push (really hard) to make the round guide go into the square hole. It isn’t easy but once it’s in, there’s a tight fit, which keeps it from slipping down during use. Now reattach the ankle and enjoy your new Narrow Braid foot!
Hi Darlene! I just received my Singer One Plus and cannot wait to use it!!! On your HSN presentation, you had such beautiful pillows and one that really impressed me was a square black pillow with narrow stripes. Do you have a close-up photo of that one and can you tell me how you made it and how you made the stripes? Thank you so much and God Bless!
Hi Judy,
They say ‘a picture paints a thousand words’ and that’s certainly true for replicating this pillow, made by one of the Singer consultants. I do have a photo however and would be happy to share it and a little how-to with you. Drop me a note via e-mail so I can attach the picture for you. Darlene@darlenecahill.com Thanks for watching the shows!
Darlene, tried reaching you on FB & more your website, need help please. I bought the heavy duty 5532 and was using the ruffler attachment (which I love), but it locked up on me. So got that cleaned out and ready to go again, but CANNOT pick up the bobbin thread. Help! Suggestions? I have rethreaded, redone the bobbin to no avail. I’m not a beginner sewer. I have the Futura 400 as well. Can you help me figure this out, please???
tmacmomma, Did you receive my reply? I hope your HD bobbin pick up has been resolved! Keep me posted!
I received my mchine today. I’m anxious to try some of those crafty things you did on the show. I’d like to get those offers from you. Also, do you have a facebook?
Concrafter, Thanks for stopping by to say hello! I do have FB and invite you to be friends. It’s Darlene Cahill , my sewing FB page. Once we’re friends, you can see others posts and be able to message me for specific projects. Sew Your Dreams!
Hi I purchased the singer plus and I would like a copy of the flower chart and also for the fringe foot. Thank you very much. I also enjoy watching your shows on hsn.
Booper92200, I’ll galdly send you the Top 10 Flowers Cheat Sheet as soon as I hear from you via e-mail. I can’t attach them here:) you can write to me at Darlene@darlenecahill.com
Thank you for watching the sewing shows on HSN! It’s people like you that make my job so worthwhile! Happy Sewing!
I purchased the Singer Plus and I would like to have a copy of your Flower Chart. Could you please email it to me. I’m so excited .
Rotoruhter, and I’m excited for you! It’s so much fun to get a new machine and we’re glad you chose HSN to shop! My flower stitch charts are on my facebook page or you may e-mail me for an attachment. darlene@darlenecahill.com
I hope you continue to enjoy your Singer machine!
Hi Darlene
Iwould love to have a copy of the flower stitches you talked about on air. Can I get a copy of them?
Debbie
Hi Debbie,
Thank you for stopping by and for watching the sewing airings on HSN! I just need your e-mail address to send you the attachment. you can write to me at darlene@darlenecahill.com Happy Flower Stitching!
It was posted on Darlene’s Facebook.
Loved your demo’s this time Darlene. I didn’t buy anything yesterday(bought my 5th machine your last time on) Loved all the new ideas though! I always tape the singer shows because you always inspire me. Last year you had a gorgeous little girls dress on display that inspired me to make something similar for my granddaughter. This year I saw that fringed jacket and I have to make one for my granddaughter. I haven’t done much with my fringed foot but I’m going to give it a try. I like what you said about not throwing away practice pieces, but try to repurpose them. I’m looking forward to that flower chart also. Thanks again Darlene for all you do.
Hi ip123,
Thank you so much for watching the sewing shows on HSN and for taking the time to write! I’m so happy for you that you have been enjoying your machines and making satisfying projects!
If you send me a quick note, I’ll dash off the Flower chart to you. darlene@darlenecahill.com Also, you can see Fringe foot instructions in my HSN.com blog from April 2012 found in the archives right here on dot com.
Keep your machines humming and your creative juices flowing… it is YOU that inspire all of us!
Hi Darlene, I too purchesed your todays special Singer. I have had a singer for years and it finally gave up . I would also like the flower patterns to try when recieving my machine. I have a few questions if I could email you. Thank You for being on HSN with Singer.
HI tiggie686,
It is I who should be thanking YOU for watching ! It is my pleasure to show Singer machines on HSN. My e-mail is darlene@darlenecahill.com and I’d love to hear your questions and send you the flower chart. Looking forward to your e-mail.
Thanks again for watching HSN! Happy Sewing!
darlene,
can you please email me a copy of your flower chart
Hi Darlene could you send a copy of the flower chart also. I purchased the new Singer Plus and I’m so excited.. Thank you
Hi tbirdtammy,
I like your name:) Drop me a quick reminder at darlene@darlenecahill.com so I’ll have your e-mail address to attach the chart to. Thanks for watching and shopping with us here at HSN!
Happy Sewing!
Hi Darlene,
Just purchased the One Plus computerized machine. I haven’t sewn in years but I am looking forward to getting this and trying some new things. Would love a copy of your favorite flower stitches that was shown on air. At the end of the presentation I saw an instructional DVD that could be purchased separately. Do you recommend it? and does it demonstrate how all the feet work? Thanks, Joyce
Hi Joyce, Thank you for your recent purchase and for tuning in to see the Singer Today’s Special! I’ll send you the Flower Stitch Chart when you send me your e-mail address. Darlene@darlenecahill.com I would recommend the Ready, Set, Sew DVD as it explains machine basics, buttonholes, threading, various presser feet and troubleshooting. Singer also has free videos on their website that show various feet in action. Wishing you many happy years of sewing with your new machine!
Hi Darlene,
Just purchased the Today’s Special One Plus computerized machine! Could you please send me a copy of your favorite flower stitches you mentioned on air? This machine looks like a great value and easy to use. I am upgrading from a 20+ year Sears Kenmore sewing machine. Does Singer offer instructional DVD’s for all the different specialty feet? Thanks and Happy Sewing,
Paula
Hi PJWallaby,
It’s nice to hear from you!
I too, sewed on a Kenmore for years.Today’s machines are even easier to use and I think you’ll appreciate all the new features:) Singer has several presser feet videos. “Ready, Set, Sew” and ” Spotlight on Accessories” are the two most popular ones in addition to their website free video and U-tube channel access. I’ll send you their links and the flower foot when you e-mail me. Darlene@darlenecahill.com
Happy Sewing!
Hi Darlene you had so many great ideas on the shows today. I just bought the today’s special value and cannot wait for it to arrive. My mom sewed with singer, I have four not including the one I just ordered but bought one for my daughter for her birthday as well. The lamp shade you showed today can you please provide instructions. My daughter just moved into a new place and this project would be soooo perfect. I have always sewn clothing but I too just moved and want to use my new machine for curtains, pillows etc. ANy projects you have along those lines, please point us int he right direction and we will follow you. I love a passionate sewer like my mom! Let us know. And thanks for all you do through HSN!
Hi Maddieswill,
So nice to hear from you! Sounds like ayou have a complete sewing machine collection and great to hear that your family has been sewing together for generations! The lampshade was covered with a cotton print that has a flatlock seams every inch. Measure the lampshade and cut a strip of fabric 4″ wider and twice as long as the shade. Press a straight crease every 1 1/2″. Use your sew & cut foot and the Ric-Rac stitch set at 5mm wide and 2.5mm long. Make a 1/4″ seam allowance cut and sew each seam. Pull seams flat & Press.Wrap the fabric around the shade. Fold the top & bottom edges to the inside and hot glue a 1/2″ trim over the raw edges. Happy Decorating!
Good luck tomorrow Darlene dear, will be watching your shows. Happy New year.
Happy New Year Cupa Tea! Thank you for watching the sewing shows for so many years! I appreciate your faithful viewership more than words can say. Wishing you a wonderful sewing month!