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Summer dress sewing in sixties style
A simply sewn summer dress in sixties style Frida Kahlo said: “Feet, what do I need you for when I […]
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DIY Embroidered bag with free patterns & designs
I love my custom embroidered wallet that I made in a previous blog post and wanted to make a bag […]
Bustier top and overlocker tips
Sew a bustier top With the summer around the corner, my thoughts are already drifting to my holidays and what […]
Festive decorations for your shoes! With free embroidery designs
Happy holidays! In today’s post we’re making festive decorations for your shoes! These decorations are designed for lace up shoes […]
Sewing fringe with the BERNINA L 890
Hi all, Sewing fringe with the overlocker? Yes, that is possible, easily. Ok, I admit, it is a bit time […]
Cute turtle pillow sewn on the overlocker and with curve foot #L23
Perhaps you have already come across our new overlock feet via Youtube? With the feet #L23 and #C23 curves and […]
Tips and Tricks for Embroidery on Tulle
Last year, I became enamoured with the idea of creating machine embroidery on tulle with my bernette 79. The stitched […]
Lesson 36: BERNINA Embroidery Software V8: CutWork hexagons
Have you been working with CutWork since my last posts? There are more options to use it, preparing to cut […]
Linen Shorts from a free Trouser Pattern
I’ve learnt that high waist garments best suit my figure. With it being Summer and lockdown in South Africa, I […]
Cute Button-up Top from a Free Pattern
This year, Easter is very close to my & my boyfriend’s anniversary, so I wanted to make something cute to […]
DIY Cutting Table
Idea Ever since I’ve been able to sew I’ve been thinking back to those large tables we had back when […]
Sewing machine cover for BERNINA
Hello lovely readers! Eating, quilting (or patchworking, as it’s called in this part of the world), sleeping – this is […]
Working with a Half Scale mannequin
I recently got a half scale mannequin from a local dress form & mannequin manufacturer. I love it so much, […]
Decorative overlock stitches: Playing with thread tensions
Dear Reader Decorative overlock stitches can be produced in different ways – most popular is certainly the use of decorative […]
Quilting in the Hoop with a continuous line design
This is part 2 of my Summer Haze baby quilt project and focuses on quilting in the hoop using the […]
Sewing Pillowcase – 3 Ways to make Closure
Each family owns more pillows, the same or different sizes, and purposes. Some of the standard dimensions of pillows used […]
Putting the Bernina invisible zipper foot to the test
I love how zips finish a garment and fitting a zip isn’t as tricky as it look. Most methods are surprisingly simple, but I am yet to master […]
Summer dress by Mathias Ackermann – sewing instruction and pattern
A couple of weeks ago, the new BERNINA 7 series has been launched in the following countries: Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Australia, USA, […]
How to Sew a Posy Strip Pillow by Faith Jones
A tutorial share from BERNINA USA’s WeAllSew blog. by Faith Jones “Nothing refreshes a space like a new pillow. Today I’m […]
DIY Cover for an Overlocker
This February I wanted to show my Overlocker some love! I started blogging for Bernina in 2017 and as […]
Make a Moon Bag (Free Pattern)
Moon Bag, Fanny Pack, Bum Bag, Crossbody Bag… This handy bag has many names. The main difference between a Moon […]
“Irina” Sew Along – Week 1 – Prepare Pattern
Welcome to the first week of the “Irina” Sew Along. I’m so happy to have you here and can’t wait […]
Welcome to the Swiss Star Quilt Along – Fabric Requirements
It’s finally here!!!! Welcome to the much-anticipated Swiss Star Quilt Along! I’m thrilled to embark on this creative journey with […]
How to Make a Makeup Bag with Zipper
Hello friend! This is my inaugural blog post on the Bernina Blog and I couldn’t be more excited to share […]
How to Sew a Modern Pillow Cover with Zipper
If you asked my husband, he’d say that I was addicted to two things: Dark chocolate and, Throw pillows. Listen, […]
Sewing Instructions For Quick (And Less Quick) Fabric Baskets
Well, here’s something I posted on the German speaking Bernina Blog a couple of weeks ago and since quite a […]
Sew a Secure Phone Pocket for a Sweatshirt (FREE pattern)
Most of us carry a cell phone with us at all times. I love wearing comfy sweatshirts with pouch-style front […]
What’s the Difference?: Tencel, Lyocell, Lenzing, Modal, Cupro and Bemberg
When it comes to sustainable fabrics, the names can be confusing and the options overwhelming. You’ve probably come across words […]
Crop Blouse from upcycled fabric
Every birthday I try take time to make myself something special. This one was a milestone birthday as I entered […]
Choosing a Dress Form
Choosing a dress form for home sewing is an investment, which can take your hobby to the next level. But […]
