Handmade Halloween Round-Up by Jess Abbott

It seems to be the one time out of the year that everyone’s crafty thumb comes out, as we try to please our kids childlike desires to become their favorite character, animal, or spooky creature. Here is a great roundup of 30 of my favorite DIY Halloween costumes out there, with links to the tutorial or pattern. … More

Easy, Fast, Super Hip Gifts by JCasa

Today’s projects are from one of our favorite sewing & handmade living blogs, JCasa, whose tag-line is a handcrafter’s mantra: Make something special every day. Jennifer Casa is a self-described mama, maker, homebody, rocker, and dreamer — all things we can certainly appreciate! … More

Meet Dress Upcycle Challenge Winner Erin Walker!

It’s hard to believe my stroll into Beatnik Betty’s would turn out like this!! When BERNINA staff suggested I send a picture of my sewing room, I actually laughed out loud. My sewing room consists of an overcrowded and un-organized craft closet, and an old table my 2-year-old uses for crafts in our office/playroom! … More

Spare Parts

The creation of my Bernina 125th Anniversary Quilt (https://weallsew.com/bernina-125th-anniversary-quilt-along-part-i/), Vibrant Celebration, resulted in a few spare parts. These 6″ blocks … More