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Back-to-school Sewing: School Bags

September 10, 2011 WeAllSew

Everyone needs a good bag for carrying books and school supplies, whether you’re sending a tot off to preschool or if you are starting night classes. Here are a few of my favorite free bag project tutorials gathered from the web to give you some ideas for stithcing up a back-to-school bag. … More

August Virtual BERNINA Club – “Microwave Sewing”

August 16, 2011 Susan Fears

Be sure to stop by a participating dealer for Virtual BERNINA Club. In August we will be “microwave sewing” or sewing with the serger (also called an overlock machine). … More

How to Make a Scrap-Pieced Belt

August 10, 2011 Ashley Johnston

Add splashes of color to any outfit with this vibrant and eco-friendly scrap-pieced belt. Gather a pile of your favorite colored fabric scraps – coordinating or contrasting – and create a one-of-a-kind belt without any new fabric. … More

From Basic to Wow Jacket

August 9, 2011 Debbi Lashbrook

My Label 3D Fashion Pattern Software is great for previewing the placement and size of embroidery designs on a garment pattern. It’s like walking into a dressing room before sewing! … More

New Life For An Old Bag

July 13, 2011 WeAllSew

Tote bags are so popular these days, and sometimes you end up with a pile of plain totes in the back of a closet. We have some great tips for giving an old tote some new life. … More

How to Make a Ruffled Scarf

April 13, 2011 Ashley Johnston

Design a ruffled scarf without ruffling a single feather. Create this unique, playful scarf so quickly and easily that you’ll want one for every outfit and season. … More

How to Make an Infinity Scarf

February 2, 2011 Nicole Smith

Endlessly stylish, infinitely easy-to-make scarf. So simple to create, you’ll spend less than an hour from start to finish, but the result looks like a knitting masterpiece. … More

Quick Upcycled Sweater & Scarf Set

December 8, 2010 Amanda Whitlatch

As the weather is changing, I have been quickly serging together a fall/winter wardrobe. One of my favorite tricks is to find a great sweater dress (secondhand) and cut it up, then remake it into a sweater and a scarf! … More

How to Make a Chic Wrap

October 13, 2010 Nicole Smith

Vintage vogue. This modern spin on a very classic style will look hip, no matter what decade. With so many ways to wear this designer-inspired wrap, there’s bound to be a style to match your own fabulous fashion sense. … More

How to Sew a Trapeze Dress

July 21, 2010 Nicole Smith

Summer is just around the corner and the clock is ticking to find that perfect look. Well, ladies, the search ends here. This stylish number will be a hit on hot days and sizzling nights. The adaptable pattern can easily be fashioned into a skirt, top or dress simply by changing the length. … More

My Label Raglan Sleeve T-Shirt

July 8, 2010 Debbi Lashbrook

There’s a new pattern that has recently been posted for My Label. The Pullover pattern features a V-neck with inset raglan sleeves and front insets … More

How to Make a Square Deal Dress

May 26, 2010 Nicole Smith

For a super-cute option that looks great in metallic or casual knits, try this custom-fit dress. The easy-to-adjust pattern is made from a series of rectangles you draft using your measurements. … More

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