The most common type of border seen on embroidered patches is the over-edge stitch or merrowed edge, as shown on the right. This was generally applied by machinery supplied by Merrow Machines, hence the common name. Can a serger do a Merrow edge? Certain serger brands make decorative stitched edges,Read More →

Franz Schubert is best remembered for his songs—also called lieder—and his chamber music. He also created symphonies, masses, and piano works. His most notable works included Erlkönig, written in 1815 and based on a poem by Goethe; Ave Maria!, written in 1825; and the Symphony No. 9 in C Major,Read More →