Sew decorations with red carpet
Sew decorations with red carpet for a maximum colorful effect and low effort. It is really a great material to work with. You find it in different bright colors. It is quite firm and doesn’t fringe....
View ArticleSilk Pillowcase – a Free Tutorial to Sew Your Own!
Silk pillowcases are definitely trending, and they are a sewing project where you can definitely save some money by making it yourself. This is especially true if you want the real deal and to use...
View ArticleSewing a Ruffled Pouch “Lilli”– Free Tutorial
For my new planner, I absolutely need a pouch to store pens and small notes or appointment reminders. To help you be well-prepared for the still young 2025, I’d like to show you the steps for Sewing a...
View ArticleBusiness Casual Part 4: How to sew a Notch Lapel Collar
Welcome to the Business Casual series! We will share exciting tips from various inspiration magazines about sewing concealed button plackets, a collar with stand, polo closure and more. Todays tip...
View ArticleSewing a Ruffle Pouch – Free Tutorial and Pattern for a Stylish Ruffle Clutch
Have you spotted them already? These cool ruffle pouches are becoming increasingly popular in Spanish and Portuguese posts on Instagram. Often, they feature checkered or textured fabrics, and neon...
View ArticleHarrison’s Primary School in Kenya sews with bernette
In April 2023, our sales team received an email from social worker Vera Leibundgut, informing us about a project in Kenya. Vera is a member of a Swiss association that supports the Harrison’s Primary...
View ArticleTear-Away Vilene Shields in Garment Sewing
Has a sewing pattern ever asked you to stay stitch a neckline but then your fabric didn’t behave itself? Either it got sucked down into the throat plate and jammed your machine or your stitches...
View ArticleBetween the Lines QAL: Quilt assembly + Giveaway
It’s Time! Today, we are assembling the quilt top for the Between the Lines QAL quilt. Gather all your rows and the background fabric for the sashing strips, and let’s get started! Giveaway! At the...
View ArticleTemperature Quilt-Along: Everything at a glance – with world map
Hello dear sewing fans, the BERNINA Temperature Quilt-Along has got off to a great start and has far exceeded our expectations. There are participants from all over the world and many different...
View ArticleBoho-Style Dress with Overlock and Gathering Foot
Dear overlock enthusiast, are you familiar with gathering on the overlock machine? Today we will sew a dress in Boho-Style and learn some use of the Gathering Foot from BERNINA. I trust some of you...
View ArticleFree sewing pattern for the blouse “Merle” (February 2025 only)
Are you looking for an eye-catcher? With this month’s free pattern, the blouse “Merle”, you will certainly stand out! Download the free pattern until 28 February, 2025 in the paragraph Download the...
View ArticleSewing a Hot Water Bottle Cover for Kids
Good morning, everyone! Today, I’ll show you how to sew a hot water bottle cover that can be put on and taken off like a sweater. This cover isn’t just functional—it’s meant to bring a smile to your...
View ArticleDust Cover for and with bernette 62/64/68 AIRLOCK
Dear Overlocker enthusiast, if you need a break from using your bernette 62, 64 or 68 AIRLOCK, you may want to store it temporarily with this fabric dust cover. It is a simple cover, because other than...
View ArticleSew a key pouch – no pattern needed
The Boxy Bag has been seen in various forms, big and small, with or without lining, for years. This is hardly surprising, as the Boxy Bag, originally intended as a cosmetic bag, impresses with its...
View ArticleHow to Make a Fabric Belt
I love to wear belts with dresses as they are a great way to define one’s waist. My collection of belts are all from thrift and charity stores. Unfortunately sometimes the pleather cracks or breaks...
View ArticleSew a Stuffed Toy (BERNINA Midi Hoop tutorial)
I have been wanting to sew a stuffed toy for a while now.The BERNINA Midi Embroidery Hoop is an absolute game-changer when embroidering, and it makes this project smooth and simple. The ergonomic twist...
View ArticleScallops with the Shell Tuck Stitch
T-shirts are such versatile garments. They lend themselves to so many styles, various types of knit fabrics, fits and functions. I love making them as they are quick and easy and I think they are the...
View ArticleQuick & Easy Fabric Hair Bow Tutorial (Beginner-Friendly!)
Let’s be honest—sometimes we want to sew something cute, fast, and low-commitment. Or maybe you need a last-minute gift, or (like me) you have a drawer full of fabric scraps that are just too pretty...
View ArticleTested: gathering foot for the overlocker
Tested: gathering foot for the overlocker Yay, I got to try out the gathering foot C18 for my BERNINA L 890 What exactly does a gathering foot do? You can use it to attach 2 strips of fabric to each...
View ArticleTime for spring: free Star skirt pattern
Time for spring: free Star skirt pattern Finally the sun is showing her face from time to time, and that always makes me feel like sewing some new skirts for my youngest girl. So today I am launching a...
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