Keep your sewing machine clean and happy! Here’s some advice from John Gass at Sandi’s Sewing Connection. He’s been cleaning and repairing machines for many years, and sees the same problems over and over – many of which can be avoided by keeping your machine clean and oiled.
WARNING: These photos may frighten your sewing machine!
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You say high chair, we say crumbly mess on the floor. But thanks to this inventive crumb catcher, moms, dads and baby-meal-givers alike can keep feedings clean and under control. … More
I am having the most fun with the BERNINA CutWork Tool & Software lately! See what I’ve been stitching up! … More
Read how you can use the BERNINA Patchwork Seam Guide to help guide your sewing. … More
Two scarves? Check. Some thread and a sewing machine? Double check. The desire to look hotter-than-hot as you strut your stuff down the street. Okay, now we’re onto something. You can create this amazingly lightweight, flowing summer dress in no time. … More
I have always loved making soft toys, and when we got our new grandson I had a chance to make some more! … More
Create an embroidered quilt block – without leaving the design “floating” in the center of your block! BERNINA’s new version 6 Embroidery Software automatically creates echo quilting that fills your block perfectly.
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Here are some great tips on using a topping stabilizer to get great embroidery results on toweling or looped fabric. … More
One scissor, two gauges, three threads, four markers . . . well, you get the idea. Sewing tools come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, so what’s a crafty gal to do to keep them organized? Enter this superb sewing case project. … More
What to do with all those large print fat quarters in your stash? If you cut them into little pieces you lose the pretty picture, so why not use them for little ornamental pillows? … More
I love making custom receiving blankets for friends expecting a baby, and they have always really loved getting them. Not only are these easy-as-pie gifts to stitch up, but small prints and plain colors are perfect blank canvases for embroidery. … More
I discovered a quick trick to make oversized T’s into flattering maternity T’s! … More
