Compared to many other fabrics, lace is fragile. Although it should be handled with care, it is easier to sew with than you might think. … More
Create a bit of magic by turning your BERNINA into an embellishing wizard with the BERNINA Punch Tool #45! … More
Freestanding lace embroidery designs are so very popular, and there are so many choices of designs to stitch. Some projects … More
Slip a love note into your Valentine’s pillow this holiday. Learn how to create a lacy applique that can be used a pocket or just used as a pretty dimensional accent piece on a sweet little cushion. … More
Creating free-standing lace with the embroidery machine is one of those techniques that look very difficult to create, but are really SO easy! … More
Renee’ Spell of Elegant Stitches in Cary, NC knows a whole lot about heirloom stitching and has spent years sewing adult and children’s clothing. She wanted to utilize one of the many features and built-in stitches on the BERNINA 880. She created this beautiful lace insertion using Italian organdy adhered to Floriani Wet N Gone stabilizer, the Mega Hoop, and embroidery design #26 from folder #2 on the BERNINA 880. … More
Here’s a note from WeAllSew reader Flavia with a great re-make of one of our projects from last summer. Love the lace over burlap combination! … More
Give the humble pillow a new dimension with bands of intricate lace. Mix-and-match layers create an intriguing effect. Perfect for odds and ends of leftover lace tapes and ruffles. Guaranteed to be one of a kind. … More
The very first heirloom technique I used on my Christina christening gown was to shape French insertion lace into stylized diamond scallops for the batiste main skirt. Initially, I used the traditional method of shaping French insertion lace over lace shaping templates, but eventually I opted for the streamlined techniques shown in this post. … More
While many of the basic heirloom techniques used in his Christina Christening Gown may be a review for many sewers, Ed Roux breaks them down into easy steps even a novice can master. In an heirloom sewing series for WeAllSew, he also offers a few new techniques that even experienced stitchers will appreciate. … More
