embroidery Archives

How to Make a Removable Monogrammed Boot Cuff

February 23, 2015 Jenelle Montilone

Bring a punch of personality and versatility to your closet by creating a removable faux leather boot cuff. This easy to make accent can transform your favorite boots to create a two toned look perfect for walking through the rest of winter and straight into spring. … More

How to Make a Quick Heart Garland

February 6, 2015 Rebecca Ringquist

Use decorative sewing machine stitches with scraps of fabric to create a Quick “Cross-Stitch” Collage Garland.
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How To Make a Lacy Love Note Pillow

January 30, 2015 Stacy Schlyer

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

3 Reasons You Need Embroidery Software (And It’s Free!)

December 16, 2014 Kay Hickman

Who needs software? Anyone who embroiders! … More

Tips for Selecting the Correct Needle Type and Size for Your Project

November 17, 2014 WeAllSew

Super tips from Deborah Cacciamani, BERNINA Educator, on selecting the best needle and thread combination for your sewing projects. … More

DIY In-the-Hoop Pumpkin Napkin Ring

November 13, 2014 Lisa Archer

These fun, festive, and FAST pumpkin napkin rings are made – start to finish – in the hoop of your embroidery machine. No additional stitching needed! Choose fabrics to match your décor for unique place settings on your Thanksgiving table. … More

Appliqué Center Circles the Easy Way – by Embroidery Machine!

November 11, 2014 WeAllSew

Appliquéd center circles are easy when you stitch them on your embroidery machine! … More

It’s Spook-tacular! Free-Standing Lace Haunted House

October 21, 2014 WeAllSew

Cobwebs, bats, and ghosts gather in and around this spooky – and adorable! – haunted house. … More

How to Digitize Your Own Split Letter Monograms

October 16, 2014 WeAllSew

It’s surprisingly easy to digitize your own split-letter monogram following Rhea Lucovsky’s excellent instructions. Stitch them on pillows, burlap or linen for framing, blankets, and more for personalized gifts that are sure to be treasured. … More

Embroidery Basics: How to Make Free-Standing Lace

October 8, 2014 Kay Hickman

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

How to Use the Adapter Set for Free-Arm Embroidery: FREE Video Tutorial

September 27, 2014 WeAllSew

Embroidering on onesies and children’s t-shirts can be a challenge, but a free-arm adapter makes it easy! … More

DIY Lace Insertion in the Mega Hoop

September 22, 2014 WeAllSew

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

Technique: embroidery