I love stitches! From the plain straight stitch to fancy decorative stitches, I love the look of thread on fabric. Something about a perfect line of topstitching or a band of intricate stitch patterns appeals to me. Today’s sewing machines have loads of stitches (My B 790 PLUS has 1,352!), some for practical purposes and More …
Did you see Art Gallery Fabric’s super cute unicorn baby quilt project? I wanted to make a smaller version for our home to hang in our garden (and eventually in my 10 year old daughter’s room, of course). Let me show you how to use the template from the AGF Unicorn Quilt tutorial to create More …
The hardest part of having a locker is keeping it organized throughout the year, but you can make it a bit easier by making your student personalized locker organizer. This project is loaded with plenty of pockets for storage, pencil\pen holder, and even a frame that can hold your favorite photo or small mirror. The More …
I’ve been playing with the BERNINA Punch Tool and needed some out-of-the-box inspiration. While cruising the internet I came upon a video showing denim needle punch. This project was different, though. No other fabric or yarn was added for the punching…the threads were just punched from the back side of the denim to the front More …
One of the most often used BERNINA presser feet is Edgestitch Foot #10/10C/10D. Use it for multiple techniques from topstitching, to joining laces to making tucks. It’s one of those presser feet that is easy to use, and you see an immediate improvement in your sewn results. Foot #10 makes it easy to sew precisely, More …
Looking for a quick, handmade touch for your summer wedding outfits? A decorative lacey edge handkerchief or pocket square adds an extra touch of personality to what you, or a wedding party, might wear. It adds a thoughtful, personal touch and makes a great gift for anyone’s special event. The lacy trim on this kerchief More …
During our recent Dealer conference in Jacksonville, Fla., we announced a new partnership with Rethreaded, a nonprofit providing a second chance at life for victims of human trafficking by offering employment. Through Rethreaded, women have employment opportunities in different facets of the company including production, inventory, sales, marketing, finance and administration. They also operate as More …
When you are first starting to sew the whole process may seem complicated, but with the help of this guide, it is simple. This blog will discuss some sewing tools that will come in handy as you begin to work on your sewing and crafting projects. Let’s get back to the basics and start sewing! More …
Bow ties have always been a favorite in menswear and have recently been getting a lot of love as a popular option for weddings. With just one pattern piece and a few basic supplies, you can sew up some bow ties for the entire wedding party in no time. Making them is simple—tying them takes More …
What better way to celebrate summer than with an ice cream cone! I’m Lori Kennedy of Lori Kennedy Quilts back with another free-motion quilting tutorial and video. I have two BERNINAs set up in my sewing room right now, a BERNINA 770 QE and a BERNINA Q 20 Sit-down Longarm Machine. Both machines create gorgeous More …
The feeling you feel when a new addition to the family is on the way is such a precious time. Preparing the nursery and all of baby’s things is so exciting! Loved ones will purchase items you need and the makers in your life will get busy sewing for the little one. Baby quilts are More …
You may have just purchased your first sewing machine! What an exciting time! BERNINA’s new 4 Series Sewing Machines are perfect for the beginning sewist! Getting started may seem complicated, but with the help of this guide, it is simple. This blog will discuss some sewing items and tools that may not come with the More …
