Sashiko is a Japanese hand quilting method, with designs that are traditionally stitched with white thread on dark indigo fabric … More
When sewing quilts, garments, or crafts, the success of your project depends on the seams. Here are five excellent seam … More
I am not really a traditional quilter anymore, but this week I have been making a quilt for my son … More
Whether you are beginning or ending a line of quilting stitches, the stitches must be secured to keep them from coming undone. In this post I’ll teach you how to “pack the stitches,” a technique in which the first few stitches – or last few, if at the end of a line – are placed very, very close together. … More
Flower Embellishments Using Your Gathering Foot by Cheryl Sleboda. I’m not your typical heirloom sewist, but I do love heirloom … More
Sewing with knit material, even without a serger, can be a fun and pleasant experience so long as you take your time and keep a few tips and tricks in mind.
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Inspired to teach someone to sew? Pass along your knowledge to keep the craft of sewing alive! If you see yourself taking an apprentice in the future, below are a few thoughts that might help you along the way.
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The Sadie sweater in a textured knit fabric. Though the average person’s wardrobe consists mostly of knitwear, many seamstresses sew almost … More
Whether you are stitching on a longarm machine like the fabulous BERNINA Q20 or Q24, or on a domestic machine … More
Don’t you love this basket? Look closely; can you tell what it’s made of? Barb Lake, BERNINA at Fancyworks, Marissa, IL, recycled packing paper and stitched up a sturdy basket to use for displays. She told me, “I just couldn’t send all that good paper into the recycling bin!” … More
This month’s block in the BERNINA Block of the Month Series is the Ohio Star Variation Block! For Block 6, this … More
What a treat it has been to help Riley, who is 6-1/2 years old, discover her creative talents. Our latest project is a wall-hanging where Riley got to utilize her creative talents at designing a dress. … More
