If you are new to embroidery, like me, it can seem intimidating! New supplies, new tools, new methods to learn. I was so excited to get the BERNINA 590 but was also intimidated to try embroidery on my own once I got it home. This was the first machine embroidery project of MY LIFE, so More …
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The Wreath tool is easily the most fun feature of BERNINA Embroidery Software 8.2! You can turn a single design element into a complex arrangement quickly and easily, with just a few clicks. You can create naturalistic wreaths using floral designs, but why stop there! Feel free to create your own original geometric designs. As More …
The Sewing Machine Project is an organization bringing sewing into peoples’ lives by offering sewing machines, tools, and education. More …
Faux piped binding is one of those sewing techniques that looks time-consuming and intricate. We’ll let you in on a little secret–it’s not! See for yourself! We wouldn’t be surprised if your next quilt has faux piped binding! More …
Rich in color and flowing with texture, BERNINA presents two stunning machines, the B 790 PLUS and B 480 Special Edition machines. The exquisite iridescent faceplate design is inspired by Ann Lauer of Grizzly Gulch Gallery fabric collection “Peacock Flourish” for Benartex. What’s even more exciting is the Special Edition Bundle! The B 790 PLUS More …
Couching is an embellishment technique that lets you add color and texture to the surface of fabric, stitching cords, yarns, and other fibers in a variety of ways. It is a versatile way to add personality to almost any type of project from clothing to purses to quilts. This post is the second of three More …
The ribbon candy quilting design is one we strive to do, and not only just to do, but to keep even as we do it! As we do larger and larger Ribbon Candy designs, for example in borders, it is harder and harder to keep them even and regular. So let’s do the design with rulers to perfect the quilting. You can see the Ribbon Candy Quilting on the Roadmap for this month’s block. More …
The Octagon Tree Skirt project requires minimal skill, and is a perfect way to dress up your tree while showing off your embroidery skills. More …
Elves, fairies, dwarves and brownies—they all make up the legendary class of creatures known as gnomes. Gnomes possess supernatural powers and are incredibly strong and fast. So, whether you need help wrapping Christmas presents, planting a garden or embellishing your quilts, call on a gnome to work its magic! Hello, quilters! I’m Lori Kennedy of More …
The most wonderful time of the year is upon us! I hope you enjoy these instructions for an appliquéd baby bib and matching burp cloth set! If you’re like me, we have a few things in common: A stash of fabric A list of family and friends A desire to give handcrafted gifts More ideas More …
A basic beanie for a baby is a simple and quick project to make using your overlocker. This project is also a great use for those little bits of knit scraps that come from making other clothing projects. Get ready to whip these beanies up by the dozen—and have a beanie for every outfit! More …
Looking for an easy way to decorate your tree, embellish a package, or stash a gift card? These mini stockings work for all of these! Not only are they are great way to use up small pieces of fabric, but they are self lined, and stitch up quickly. With a project like this, you’ll be able to make a stack in an afternoon. Finished size 6 1/2″ tall. More …
