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I’m always looking for good sewing books and I have an entire bookcase room full of them. I currently have two favorites, one that I’ve had for a while and one that is new. In the interest of full disclosure, I have to say that these are BERNINA books and as the editor of each […] Read more…
Sometimes I just want to sew something simple and fun for no reason. Not something useful, not because I need clothes to wear, not even because I’m making a gift. I just want to enjoy the process of sewing and playing with fabric, color and textures. Usually when I feel this way, I make a […] Read more…
Here’s a Threading Tip for You! Some presser feet have a slot on the side so that you can put your thread under the foot and out the back. You want to do this because you want to control the thread so it doesn’t get sewn into your project in places it shouldn’t. However many […] Read more…
Modern quilts have a unique look when compared with more traditional styles. They have clean lines and simple motifs. Both the piecing and the quilting are simple but have high impact. This post is going to feature one block that fits the description of modern quilting. This is my practice block for a larger quilt […] Read more…
Turn the foot over and look at the bottom of the sole of any presser foot. This often gives you clues as to what that foot is designed to do. The list below is a brief overview of what you might find when looking at the soles of your presser feet. Remember, the secret is […] Read more…
Are you new to sewing? Always wanted to learn but didn’t know where to start? I have a few tips to point you in the right direction to help you decide what to sew. Plus there’s two simple little projects that are easy for even the newest newbie! Start Small When learning to sew, don’t […] Read more…
This foot is a favorite of mine, even though I don’t use it frequently. The reason I like it so much is that when I need it, there’s nothing else that will work. Called a bi-level or “uneven” foot, the shape of the sole makes it useful in situations where the foot needs to ride […] Read more…
When we think of a seam, it is usually two pieces of fabric placed right sides together and sewn with a straight stitch to join them. Once the seam is stitched, the fabric is opened to the right side and pressed. This type of seam works on most fabrics and projects but there are other […] Read more…
If you’ve ever sat at a sewing machine and stitched anything, you know that you need a presser foot. But, have you ever stopped to think about what the presser feet does and why you can’t sew without one? Have you ever wondered, just what does a presser foot do? Keeping the Fabric from Traveling […] Read more…
Here’s a quick project that lets you protect your table from hot dishes. This easy-to-sew Diamond Quilted Trivet is fat quarter-friendly. You can make it with just one fat quarter and a short list of additional supplies. Finished size: 9” x 16” (from point to point) Materials for Making the Diamond Quilted Trivet Two […] Read more…