My Bernina Space
I quilt (and embroider) in a small bedroom converted to share my sewing space with a computer and its desk, … More
I quilt (and embroider) in a small bedroom converted to share my sewing space with a computer and its desk, … More
Whether you’ve spent the day at the pool and want to keep your damp swimsuits from getting everything wet, or … More
I have a passion for color, fabric, textures and pattern, however I’m not fast at follow through to finish my … More
My name is Melissa Mortenson and I blog at the Polka Dot Chair. I am very excited to be working with Bernina, I love new adventures!
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It gets awfully hot and humid in the South during the summer, especially in August. Lightweight cotton skirts help keep breezes flowing and body temperatures down. They’re simple to make; the hardest part is finding fine, lightweight cotton fabric! … More
My mom is pretty awesome, my first DIY hero. So many kid memories of sitting on the floor with some … More
In this tutorial you will learn to Sew Sweet and Simple Fabric Hair Bows. Great for gift giving, they are … More
If you are a quilter, you know the importance of sewing with quarter inch seams. Matching points, nested seams, and perfectly pieced patches all result in accurate patchwork patterns. … More
I love the look of wonky log cabin blocks but I do not like dealing with all those 1/4″ seams … More
When my husband surprised me with a new Bernina 830 Record to go with a new … More
Traditional smocking is a beautiful but tedious art—it requires precise pleating and hand embroidery but results in incredible heirloom pieces. … More