EP 562 How I ❤️ Brother: Quilting & Crafting with the Aveneer and ScanNCut
If you love quilting, sewing, and crafting—and especially finding ways to work smarter, not harder—this episode of At Your Side Virtually! is for you.
In Episode 562, I’m joined by Brother Educator Kathy Stipe for a fun, creative show titled “How I ❤️ Brother, Let Me Count the Ways.” We’re sharing two heart-themed projects that highlight some of our favorite Brother features, from time-saving quilting tools to precision cutting with the ScanNCut.
This episode is all about using your machines to their fullest potential while creating beautiful projects you’ll actually use or gift.
❤️ Project #1: Heart Table Runner Quilting on the Brother Aveneer
Our first project is a heart table runner, perfect for seasonal décor, gifts, or simply adding a little love to your home.
✨ Faster Piecing with Extended Guidelines
One of my favorite features when quilting on the Brother Aveneer is the ability to use extended guidelines. Instead of spending time marking every block, extended guidelines allow you to line up your pieces quickly and accurately—saving time and improving consistency.
Why this matters:
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Less marking = faster prep time
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More accurate piecing
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Perfect for repetitive quilt blocks
If you quilt regularly, this feature alone is a game-changer.
🧵 Quilting In-the-Hoop on the Aveneer
After piecing the table runner, we take it straight to the Brother Aveneer for in-the-hoop quilting. This method makes it easy to quilt smaller projects with beautiful results—no wrestling with bulky layers.
You’ll see:
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How the Aveneer handles quilting smoothly
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How in-the-hoop quilting keeps stitches even and professional
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Why this approach is ideal for table runners and home décor projects
✂️ Project #2: Felt Heart Coin Purse with the Brother ScanNCut
Next up is a quick and adorable felt heart coin purse—a perfect companion project to the quilted table runner.
💙 Cutting Felt with the ScanNCut Rotary Blade
For this project, we use the Brother ScanNCut with the rotary blade, which is ideal for cutting felt cleanly and accurately.
Why the rotary blade shines here:
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Smooth, precise cuts
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No fraying edges
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Perfect shapes every time
This is a great example of how the ScanNCut pairs beautifully with sewing and quilting projects, especially when you want fast results and professional finishes.
🎥 Why You’ll Love This Episode
This episode is packed with inspiration and practical techniques you can apply right away:
- Quilting tips that save time and reduce frustration
- In-the-hoop quilting on the Brother Aveneer
- ScanNCut techniques that complement sewing projects
- Two heart-themed projects perfect for gifts or décor
Whether you’re primarily a quilter, a garment sewist, or a crafter who loves to mix techniques, this episode shows how Brother machines work together to support your creativity.
▶️ Watch the Episode: At Your Side Virtually! EP 562
You can watch At Your Side Virtually! Episode 562 right here. This episode is packed with quilting and crafting techniques you can start using immediately.
You can watch At Your Side Virtually! Episode 562 live or catch the replay on Brothersews Facebook or YouTube channels. Be sure to leave a comment with your questions—and let us know which project you loved most!
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