Every quilter has a bin, or a spot, or a pile, or a corner full, of scraps that they are saving for the perfect project. Well, maybe this could be that project for you! Katie Kortman at WeAllSew has a tutorial for you on how to take that mess of scraps just sitting somewhere in your house and turn them into a beautiful quilted jacket just waiting to be shown off to your friends.
"Make a fun little color wheel pincushion to brighten up your sewing space with this free paper pieced pattern and tutorial. Customize your color wheel colors to remind you of your favorite color system, or create your very own personal color wheel."
It's almost time for back to school, and Julie Bridgeman at WeAllSew has a great tutorial on how to sew a sandwich bag for your kid. Get the scoop on how to be prepared not only for class, but lunch as well!
Amanda Murphy is showing a number of quick videos highlighting her tips for free-motion quilting swirls at WeAllSew. They give such great texture and movement to a quilt, yet people frequently struggle to find a style that suits them. But once you learn the basic rhythm, there are so many variations that you’ll be sure to find one that you enjoy.
Cotton has been woven to make fabric for thousands of years. Today, this natural fabric is available in a variety of weights, colors, patterns, and weaves. Quilters, especially traditional quilters, primarily use quilting cotton in their quilts. Learn the best way to use quilting cotton when you sew!
In Part 2 of BERNINA's Understanding a Stitch series you'll learn how machine adjustments will affect your stitch. Then you'll learn about things like tension, stitch plates, and the many possible edit features, which will give you total control of how your stitch looks. Learn how to take control of your machine with BERNINA Educator Debbie Cacciamani.
What is as inexpensive as a magazine to make, but as beautiful as an engagement ring? A Diamond Quilt Block, and you can learn how to make one with ease from the help of TQS guest MJ Kinman. Utilize her freezer paper piecing technique and have a stunning diamond in your hands in no time!
"The Busy Bee is a delightful motif to embellish any floral quilt and looks fabulous when stitched among appliqué flowers." Learn from Lori Kennedy at WeAllSew how to do this free-motion technique with ease!
How you set up the design you are going to quilt can sometimes be a challenge. What is the design? What thread are you going to use? The second question is oftentimes the more important one. The thread is your ally, not your enemy, and you need to work together to get the job done. Lori Kennedy at WeAllSew is here to show you how to properly design with thread.
If you liked BERNINA's video on how to choose the perfect needle to sew with, then you will love their video on the next logical step, understanding the stitch that you are going to make with that needle. "learn how a stitch is created, what factors affect how the stitch looks" and so much more!
Get ready for the Fourth of July next weekend and create a Patriotic Patchwork Tablerunner. Add some pizazz to this simple tablerunner by using cording and buttons with the Knot-ical tablerunner by BERNINA Ambassador Kari Carr at WeAllSew.
Even if you've planned a quilt down to the T, from the fabric choices, the quilting design, and the binding, there could always be something that you forget to think of. For a lot of people, that just might be the needle with which they are actually going to sew the project. Luckily, BERNINA has the perfect video to show you how to pick the right one!
And now part two of this mini BERNINA series, where Aneka of Made to Sew interviews Mr. Ueltschi, the owner of the BERNINA Sewing Machine factory. Get insights into the history of the company and how they are still producing quality machines over 150 Years later!
Go behind the scenes and see where one of the world's most popular sewing machines gets made. See the BERNINA factory floor and learn some of its secrets directly from Switzerland.
Learn from Heidi Pridemore at WeAllSew how to make an adorable Wall Organizer to creatively organize your space with your own decorative flair.
With the Summer season fast approaching, you're going to need projects to work on to keep busy. But in order to do those projects, or just enjoy your day, you'll need something to sit on first. Pat Bravo at WeAllSew has a lovely Summer Floral Floor Cushion that is the perfect project to kick off your sunny season.
"You can never have too many zipper bags when you travel! They are perfect for organizing toiletries, charger cords, and essentials like travel documents and lip balm." This tutorial from Haley Grzych at WeAllSew shows you how to make the perfect Father's Day Gift.
Learn the ins and outs of surface design with stitches with this great tutorial from Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew.
Since the creation of the denim pant, it has evolved into a wardrobe staple for all ages and genders. Emily Hall at WeAllSew has some tips and tricks you can use for sewing with denim, including the use of proper tools.