Welcome to Part 2 of my Embroider-along. In Part 1 we discussed the four basics of machine embroidery. Hi, my name is Sue O’Very, BERNINA Ambassador and machine embroidery expert. Today, I will teach you about the relationship between stabilizers and materials. Stabilizers and Materials Did someone say material? If you are like me you love to feel fabric, More …
Hello WeAllSew readers! My name is Melissa Mortenson and I’m excited to be sharing a simple Christmas ornament tutorial with you today. Most days you can find me working in my office creating content for my blog the Polka Dot Chair, or designing fabric for Riley Blake Designs. My family is Scandinavian (my dad is More …
Are you looking for a quick sewing project to whip up as a last-minute holiday gift? We’ve gathered together our best quick project tutorials just for you! And as an extra bonus, we’re giving you the chance to win a fabulous, fun sewing package at the end of the post. Happy sewing for the holidays! More …
Patchwork Feet on the Menu! BERNINA is known for its unmatched collection of presser feet. If there is a sewing technique, the Swiss engineers have developed a foot optimized to give you the best results. It’s part of our passion for quality. Personally, I learned a long time ago that at the stitching point when More …
Hello Makers, Happy December! For many this is the busiest social month of the year. There are so many events, parties, family gatherings to attend that we find ourselves a bit overwhelmed. As magical and joyous this month can be we have to sit back and remember to enjoy every second of it. Things we More …
I’ve been playing with making simple folded Danish stars (sometimes called a German or Froebel star) from fabric to decorate for the holidays. While there’s a few methods you can use to create these folded stars (some methods include an extra step to create more points in the middle), I found that using sewn strips More …
Are you looking for handmade gift ideas for family or friends (or even quilt guild mates) that sew? From simple to sew pretty pincushions to over-sized project tote bags we’ve gathered together our favorite handmade gift ideas for sewists right here. As a special treat we’ve got a fun giveaway for you at the end More …
Hello to all you BERNINA enthusiasts! Welcome back to the BERNINA 125th Anniversary Quilt-Along! I’m BERNINA Expert and Amanda Murphy and in this post we will be working on the last of the pieced blocks that you’ll need to complete the quilt. Since many are busy for the holidays (and are also hard at work More …
Congratulations on your new embroidery machine! Hi, I’m Sue O’Very, BERNINA Ambassador and machine embroidery expert. Becoming an expert didn’t happen overnight. Just like you I once was new and ready to get stitching but was a bit overwhelmed. I’m here to help make machine embroidery a fun and successful experience. Before we begin stitching I’m going More …
When it comes to changing up home decor, don’t forget the floor! Adding a floor cloth to your entryway, kitchen, bedroom, or even the bathroom can coordinate your look and transform a room. This modern looking design can fit in with any style and is simple to make. Plus, it’s easy to change the size More …
Celebrate the holidays this season with some of our favorite handmade winter holiday projects from WeAllSew! We’re sharing free projects from cozy quilts, decorations to deck the halls, and ornaments perfect for trimming the tree or topping off a specially wrapped holiday gift. To make the holidays bright, we’re also offering you the chance to More …
If you are a quilter, you know the importance of sewing with quarter inch seams. Matching points, nested seams, and perfectly pieced patches all result in accurate patchwork patterns. In addition, you’ll also find quarter inch seams in some garment sewing techniques and craft projects. BERNINA has six presser feet (Patchwork Foot #37/37D, 57/57D and 97/97D), More …
