The "Cabin In The Woods Quilt" created by Nancy Fiedler, has a masculine look that makes it right at home in a mountain cabin or the family den. Using a traditional Log Cabin quilt pattern, and adding embroidery designs from Janome Memory Cards, Nancy's quilt is quickly assembled by serger.

College freshman Karen Makamson shares her instructions for making a fashion purse out of a placemat.

Anne van der Kley of Glenbrook, Australia, has won an international following for her ability to make serging easy (they call it "overlocking" down under). Anne gives her outline of how to K.I.S.S. -- Keep It Sergically Simple and turn your serger from something you use with trepidation to a trusted, time-saving sewing tool.

Issue No. 19 has plenty of fashion ideas too. If you like the elegance of the East, the Oriental vest project has complete instructions for piecing a combination of muslin and fabric scraps for a sophisticated and flattering look. Or if you'd like a little taste of the West, the full length, fleece-lined Sherpa coat is sure to turn heads while keeping you toasty warm.

Do you love all kinds of trim? Learn how to make it yourself. Browse through 14 different kinds, from delicate lace to bold serger trim. Instructions for making all 14 are available on Janome Online (www.janome.com) in the Techniques section.

Downloading embroidery designs is one of the best reasons to have an Internet connection. Our own Technical Support Coordinator, Kim Mornati, gives you the tips and tactics for optimizing your downloading experience.