Sewing Archives

Sew to Serve: Wrap Them in Love

March 7, 2014 WeAllSew

Wrap Them in Love is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing love, warmth and comfort to children all over the world in the form of handmade blankets. See how you can sew to serve children in need along with Wrap Them in Love! … More

Elastic binding with L 220 cover / chainstitch machine

Coverstitch and Chainstitch: Free Video Tutorial

March 6, 2014 WeAllSew

I adore my overlockers. And now I have a new little guy sitting on the table next to my 1150 MDA – the L 220 cover- and chainstitch machine. Love! … More

How to Make a Bow Tie – Free Video Tutorial

March 6, 2014 IDILVICE

The mystery of the bow tie is unraveled in this video tutorial. In just a few simple steps you can take a piece of fabric and turn it into the ultimate fashion accessory. … More

DIY Baby Project Round-up

February 28, 2014 Jessica Abbott

Everyone loves sewing for baby! We have rounded up some of our favorite easy to sew projects for baby, from blankets to dresses to toys. You can make the special little one in your life a handmade gift, or three, with this incredible heart-felt round up. … More

How to Applique with a Blanket Stitch: Free Video Tutorial

February 20, 2014 WeAllSew

Blanket stitch applique is easy to learn, looks great, and only takes a fraction of the time needed to sew traditional satin stitch applique. Give it a try on your next applique project! … More

How to Make Juliette’s Namaste Beret and Wrist Warmers

February 13, 2014 Juliette Lanvers

We all know what it’s like to find your most beloved sweater coming out of the wash in a matted, shrunken condition – about five sizes too small! Re-craft the now thicker wool into something you can wear and enjoy again. Add a touch of embroidery and you have a designer exclusive! … More

Sew to Serve: Threads of Love

January 31, 2014 WeAllSew

Threads of Love Foundation is dedicated to providing clothing, blankets, and other articles handmade with love for families with tiny, premature or sick infants in hospital. Find out how you can help by sewing to serve others! … More

Floating Rickrack Sewing Technique - insertion

How to Sew Decorative “Floating” Rickrack Trim and Insertion

January 22, 2014 WeAllSew

Here’s a pretty way to use rickrack for edgings and insertions from Deb Wagner, author of All Quilt Blocks are Not Square. … More

Have You Downloaded the BERNINA Accessory App?

January 18, 2014 WeAllSew

Have you downloaded BERNINA’s new Accessory App? Currently available for Mac iOS 6 and 7 (iPad and iPhone) and Android 4.0 and up, the app will soon be available for Kindle devices. What does it do? Well, let me tell you… … More

How to Use a Freemotion Couching Foot: FREE Video Tutorial

January 14, 2014 WeAllSew

Designed to couch cord in place while the fabric is moved in any direction, this Freemotion Couching Foot makes it easy to create intricate designs with couched cord. … More

How To Make Perfectly Pieced Tiny Squares

January 10, 2014 Erika Mulvenna

Making projects from tiny pieced squares is a hot trend right now, and here is my favorite easy method for sewing perfect rows of tiny squares every time. … More

How to Make a Leather-Trimmed Laptop Case

January 2, 2014 Melissa Mortenson

When your laptop is your data center, you want to be sure it gets the protection it deserves. With its clean lines and distinctive textures, this chic leather-trimmed case turns your laptop into a fashion accessory. … More

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