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Viking Jade 20 Video Part 3~Buttonholes

by RoxanneStitches | March 17, 2022 | buttonhole foot, Roxanne Stitches, video tutorial, Viking Jade 20, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Ahhh.....Buttonholes. For some reason they strike fear in the hearts of some, but I'm here to help you learn how to use this feature. Anything new can be a little bit scary, but with proper...

Viking Jade 20 Video Part 2~Utility & Deco Stitches

by RoxanneStitches | March 3, 2022 | Decorative stitches, Roxanne Stitches, sewing, utility stitches, video tutorial, Viking Jade 20, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! I hope you enjoyed my last video showing how to thread the Viking Jade 20. My favorite feature so far is that there are 2 different ways to wind a bobbin on this machine. What a...

Viking Jade 20 Video Part 1~Threading & Bobbin Winding

by RoxanneStitches | February 23, 2022 | Bobbin Winding, Roxanne Stitches, sewing, Threading the machine, Viking Jade 20, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! I know I've only been testing out the new Viking Jade 20 for a couple of days now, but I've discovered a few really great features!! I LOVE the Removable Storage Tray. Not only does...

NEW Sewing Machine Unboxing

by RoxanneStitches | February 15, 2022 | Roxanne Stitches, sewing, Viking Jade 20, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone!! I have some exciting news!! Why not start off the new year with a New Sewing Machine? I've been looking at this machine for a few years, but have resisted the purchase until a friend...

Peyton Top ~ Pattern Review

by RoxanneStitches | February 2, 2022 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! Happy New Year! Oh.....can I still say that now that we're into February? I guess I can since this is my first post of the new year, right? Although this isn't my first "make" this...

Samantha Dress ~ Pattern Review

by RoxanneStitches | December 7, 2021 | Pattern Review, Roxanne Stitches, sewing, Sonia Estep Designs | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! I know it's been a while since I've shared one of my makes. Truth is.....I haven't been doing much sewing for myself lately. I go through fazes just like everyone else, and was...

Hazel Skirt ~ Pattern Review

by RoxanneStitches | August 23, 2021 | Pattern Review, Roxanne Stitches, Sonia Estep Designs | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! It's been a while! I've been taking some time away on a little break from sewing. With school back in session and summer coming to an end, it was time for me to get back to sewing...

Jaylen Twist Top ~ Pattern Review

by RoxanneStitches | June 7, 2021 | Jaylen Top, Pattern Review, Roxanne Stitches, sewing, Sonia Estep Designs | 0 Comments

Hi! Happy Monday! I have a NEW fun top to share with you today. This is the Jaylen Top, and it's a brand new pattern by Sonia Estep Designs. This was another NEW design that caused a frenzy in...

Charlotte Top ~ Pattern Review

by RoxanneStitches | May 24, 2021 | Pattern Review, Roxanne Stitches, Sonia Estep Designs, The Charlotte Top | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! Happy Monday!! I have a great NEW Top Pattern to share with you today. This is the Charlotte Top by Sonia Estep Designs. I was so excited to be part of the testing team for this...

Savannah Dress ~ Pattern Review

by RoxanneStitches | April 26, 2021 | Pattern Review, Roxanne Stitches, Savannah Dress, sewing, Sonia Estep Designs | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! I know it's been a while since I was actively sharing my makes here. Just needed some down time to work on some private projects and take a break from video and blogging. As an...

Mandy Top ~ Pattern Review

by RoxanneStitches | March 22, 2021 | Mandy Top Pattern, Pattern Review, Roxanne Stitches, Singer Quantum Stylist 9960, Sonia Estep Designs | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! I got the chance to be part of a promotion for the Mandy Top and Dress with Sonia Estep Designs now that I'm part of their testing team. This brand is quickly becoming my favorite pdf...

The Sandy Top ~ Pattern Review

by RoxanneStitches | March 11, 2021 | Pattern Review, Roxanne Stitches, Sandy Top, sewing, Singer Quantum Stylist 9960, Sonia Estep Designs, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! I'm back with a New Top Review! This time for the NEW Sandy by Sonia Estep Designs. I was part of the final testing team for this great new top and I have to admit this one was out...

Auto Cutter Tips ~ Singer Quantum Stylist 9960

by RoxanneStitches | February 25, 2021 | auto cutter, auto cutter repair video, Roxanne Stitches, Singer Quantum Stylist 9960, Youtube video | 2 Comments

Hi Everyone! I've been reading about some Singer Quantum Stylist 9960 owners expressing concerns about their auto cutter's failing. I wanted to share a video on tips to help extend the life of the...

Secrets for Perfect Twin Needle Knit Hems ~ Singer Quantum Stylist 9960

by RoxanneStitches | February 18, 2021 | Roxanne Stitches, sewing, Singer Quantum Stylist 9960, Stretch Twin Needle, Twin Needle, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! Thanks for all the kind comments on my last video, Twin Needle Sewing. That video was long over due and I'm so glad I finally explored the twin needle on the Singer 9960 using some of...

Twin Needle Sewing ~ Singer Quantum Stylist 9960

by RoxanneStitches | February 12, 2021 | Roxanne Stitches, sewing, Singer Quantum Stylist 9960, Twin Needle, Youtube video | 2 Comments

Hi Everyone! A couple of months back I took some time out to clean out my sewing studio and a drawer where I keep all of my sewing machine needle and hand sewing needles. While organizing that...

NEW Pencil Skirt ~ Pattern Review

by RoxanneStitches | February 4, 2021 | Pattern Review, pencil skirt, Pier Avenue Patterns, Roxanne Stitches, sewing | 2 Comments

Hi Everyone! I know I shared in a previous post that I was participating in a 3rd tester call so far this year. So here it is! This time it was for Pier Avenue Patterns and I tested their NEW...

Juliette Cardigan ~ Pattern Review

by RoxanneStitches | January 28, 2021 | Juliette Cardigan, Pattern Review, Roxanne Stitches, sewing, Singer Pro Finish Serger, Sonia Estep Designs | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! This year I decided to apply to a few tester calls since many brands were looking for new people to join their tester pools. I was accepted to the Sonia Estep Designs tester pool and...

KiKi Briefs ~ Pattern Review

by RoxanneStitches | January 27, 2021 | Kiki Briefs Pattern, Pattern Review, Roxanne Stitches, sewing, Sinclair Patterns | 0 Comments

Hi All! I had my 1st, 1st for 2021! I made my first pair of panties! I was selected in the second round of testing for the Kiki Briefs Pattern by Sinclair Patterns. I made a couple of pieces of...

Warning Alert Feature~ Singer Quantum Stylist 9960

by RoxanneStitches | January 21, 2021 | Features, Roxanne Stitches, Singer Quantum Stylist 9960, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! I'm back with a New Video featuring the Singer Quantum Stylist 9960! Recently, I was using the buttonhole feature on the 9960 and was in a hurry to make a couple to quick drawstring...

The Lia Stitches & More ~ Video Part 2

by RoxanneStitches | January 14, 2021 | Lia Sewing Machine, Mood Fabrics, Roxanne Stitches, sewing, Youtube video | 2 Comments

Happy New Year Everyone!! It's hard to believe this is my first post this year and we're pretty much mid month already. I started off the new year by doing 2 things: Cleaning & organizing my...

2020: The Year ~ The Review

by RoxanneStitches | December 31, 2020 | Pattern Review, Roxanne Stitches, sewing, Sinclair Patterns, Singer Quantum Stylist 9960, Youtube video | 0 Comments

I didn't plan to do a review of 2020. I sort of wanted to sweep it away as if there would be some sort of dividing line between the past and the present. If it were only that easy. This wasn't an...

The Nyoka Top Pattern Review

by RoxanneStitches | December 30, 2020 | Nyoka Top, Roxanne Stitches, Sinclair Patterns | 0 Comments

Hi All! I did it again and applied to be a tester for Sinclair Patterns and got accepted. As soon as I saw the line drawings for the new pattern I couldn't resist. It's just a simple dress/top...

Getting Started with the Lia Sewing Machine

by RoxanneStitches | December 10, 2020 | Lia Sewing Machine, Mood Fabrics, Needle Threader, Roxanne Stitches, sewing, Threading the machine, Youtube video | 0 Comments

It was very exciting to have received so many questions and interest in the Lia Sewing Machine by Mood Fabrics after my recent unboxing video. If you missed it, click HERE if you'd like to see it. ...

Another New Machine Unboxing?? YES!!

by RoxanneStitches | December 5, 2020 | Lia Sewing Machine, Mood Fabrics, Roxanne Stitches, sewing, Unboxing Video, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Hi Friends! Well....ever since my last unboxing video of the Singer C430 Professional Sewing Machine, I've received a steady stream of requests for more sewing machine reviews. Most are from...

Comparison Review ~ Singer C430 & the Singer QS 9960

by RoxanneStitches | December 3, 2020 | comparison review, sewing, Singer C430, Singer Quantum Stylist 9960, Youtube video | 2 Comments

Hi Everyone! Ever since my unboxing video of the Singer C430 Professional Sewing Machine, I've been getting a steady amount of questions about this machine. I was happily surprised at the level of...

Sinclair Patterns Black Friday SALE!!

by RoxanneStitches | November 25, 2020 | Alana Dress Pattern, Monterey Hoodie Jacket, Pattern Review, pdf pattern, Roxanne Stitches, Sienna Top, Sinclair Patterns, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Everyone loves a Sale, right? Well, I have great news for you then!! Sinclair Patterns is one of my Favorite pdf pattern brands and they have announced their Black Friday SALE!! It's simple...

Machine Applique Video ~ Free Holiday Pattern

by RoxanneStitches | November 23, 2020 | applique, sewing, Singer C430 Professional, video tutorial, Youtube video | 4 Comments

Hi Everyone! I'm back with another first for me. As a Special Thank You Gift for all your support and kindness over this difficult year for all of us, I wanted to share my first FREE pdf Pattern...

New Sewing Machine Unboxing!!

by RoxanneStitches | November 19, 2020 | Roxanne Stitches, sewing, sewing machine, sewing machine accessories, sewing machine unboxing, Singer C430 Professional, Singer Quantum Stylist 9960, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Opps!! I did it again. Hi Everyone!! I'm sure you're thinking.....Another machine?? Yes!! Years ago I wrote about having SMAD, Sewing Machine Aquisition Disorder and that still holds true...

How to Use the Cording Foot ~ Video Part 23

by RoxanneStitches | November 14, 2020 | foot review, presser feet, Roxanne Stitches, sewing, Singer Quantum Stylist 9960, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone!! This week I was inspired by a couple of videos is saw about a decorative technique that really intrigued me. Both videos showed how to use a foot very similar to a presser foot that...

Machine Needle Threader & Inserter ~ Product Review

by RoxanneStitches | November 7, 2020 | Needle Inserter Tool, Needle Threader, Product Review, Roxanne Stitches, Serger, sewing, Singer Pro Finish Serger, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! We made it to November!! One more month closer to kicking 2020 to the curb!! I have a great little tool to share with you in my New Video!! It's a Needle Threader and Inserter! It's...

Big Day Today……but NOT for What you Think!!

by RoxanneStitches | November 3, 2020 | Uncategorized | 4 Comments

Hi Everyone!! Today is an exciting day for me personally, but NOT for what you think!! Don't worry.....I'm not going to get all political on you even though I do hope you got out to Vote. It was...

#Marcy McCalls ~ FREE Give Away & Pattern Review

by RoxanneStitches | October 29, 2020 | Marcy McCalls Dress, McCalls Pattern Company, Pattern Review, Roxanne Stitches, sewing, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! I'm back with a New Video Pattern Review of a FABULOUS Fall pattern called the Marcy, from McCall's Patterns. If you haven't checked out McCall's Patterns in a while, they've revamped...

Tips for Purchasing a Used Sewing Machine!!

by RoxanneStitches | October 27, 2020 | Pfaff Sewing Brand, Roxanne Stitches, sewing, singer featherweight, Used machines, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! If you follow me on Facebook and Instagram, you know that I've shared a little about my New to me, Pre-Loved Pfaff Quilt Expression 2046 that I purchased recently. It's a Fabulous...

Member in Focus ~ Handmade by Onyx

by RoxanneStitches | October 15, 2020 | Etsy Shop, Roxanne Stitches, Voodoo Vanity Official, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Early last month, one of our Facebook Group members shared an item she had made and I fell in LOVE!! It was so unique and special that I needed to have one. Well, I stalked her Etsy Store, Voodoo...

Sinclair Patterns Monterey Hoodie ~ Pattern Review

by RoxanneStitches | October 10, 2020 | Monterey Hoodie Jacket, Pattern Review, Pfaff Quilt Expression 2046, Roxanne Stitches, Sinclair Patterns, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! I have so much to catch up with you about. Since quarantine, I've been using my L-500 as my "daily driver". It has an onboard walking foot called Integrated Dual Feed or IDF. I...

Exciting Announcement!! Facebook Group Evolution!!

by RoxanneStitches | October 1, 2020 | Facebook Group, Roxanne Stitches, Roxanne Stitches Sewing Collective, sewing, Youtube video | 2 Comments

Hi Everyone! It's official!! I recently made an announcement in my Singer Quantum Stylist 9960 Facebook Group. I've decided to move on from videos featuring the SQS 9960 specifically and move...

Sinclair Patterns Alana ~ Video Pattern Review

by RoxanneStitches | September 25, 2020 | Alana Dress Pattern, New Patterns, Pattern Review, Roxanne Stitches, sewing, Sinclair Patterns, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! For those of you that saw my Instagram Video "sneak peek" of my Beautiful stretch velvet and was wondering what I made with it, here's the Alana Dress by Sinclair Patterns!! I was...

Sewing Tool Organizer ~ Video Product Review

by RoxanneStitches | September 19, 2020 | Roxanne Stitches, sewing, sewing tool organizer, Singer Quantum Stylist 9960, tool organizer, tool storage, Youtube video | 0 Comments

Hi Everyone! After my review of the Singer Sew-It-Goes Sewing Essentials Box, I received a few questions about how I choose to organize all of my sewing tools. As many of you know, I'm a...

Simplicity Patterns ~ Then & Now

by RoxanneStitches | September 17, 2020 | Roxanne Stitches, sewing, Simplicity patterns, Vintage Patterns, Wrapped Pants | 0 Comments

Yesterday I started to plan my upcoming Fall projects by going through my fabric & pattern stashes. It's always like Christmas to me, because I end up finding fabric I forgot all about...

12,000 YouTube Subscribers!! WOW!!

by RoxanneStitches | September 15, 2020 | Roxanne Stitches, sewing, Singer Quantum Stylist 9960, Youtube video | 0 Comments

I'm so happy to announce that I made it to Another Milestone!! 12,000 YouTube Subscribers!! YAY. Being consistent and adding new content of interest has helped me grow. If you've followed me for...