Sewing Tips & Tricks

Sewing tips, techniques, and tricks for sewists of all levels.
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Grab your serger machine and learn how to sew garments, accessories and more! Checkout the blog at weallsew.com.
Do you know the proper way to clean your sewing machine? Learn how to keep your machine looking like new at on the blog at weallsew.com!
Monofilament thread is a fine thread that requires a slightly different process than usual when threading any BERNINA Series 8 machine. Still simple and still automatic, just follow the steps outlined on the blog at weallsew.com.

Machine Tips

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Extend the life of your favorite denim jeans. The Darning Foot #9 was designed with mending in mind, working with the feed dog lowered. This allows free movement and control of the fabric to patch holes in any direction filling in the organic shape of the hole. Learn more about mending jeans on the blog at weallsew.com.
As a quilter, you want to meet the BERNINA selection of patchwork presser feet. There are multiple presser feet designed to fit your needs and suit your work style. Take a look at them and be sure to check out the blog at weallsew.com to learn more.
Making your first button down shirt or dress can be intimidating with all the details and steps involved. There are pockets, tons of topstitching and so many buttons. But if you take it one step at a time it’s really not that hard and can also be really fun. To help you achieve a professional look, take a look at what machine feet will help you along the way and find a few tips on how to use them on the blog at weallsew.com.

Presser Feet Tips

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Our machines have so many cool decorative stitches and the best way to see what they look like is to test stitch them onto a piece of fabric. Using your test stitch, you can create a cute pincushion! Find the full tutorial on the blog at weallsew.com.
Do you know the most important quality aspects of sewing threads for domestic use? Take a look at what the experts have to say on the blog at weallsew.com.
Are YOU confused about thread? Do you have trouble decoding spool labels? When you shop, do you always buy the same brand? If so you are not alone! . Take a closer look at thread and find out what every quilter and sewist needs to know when choosing thread on the blog at weallsew.com.

Needle & Thread Tips

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Maybe you just brought home your first sewing machine, received one as a gift, or plan to purchase one very soon! If you’re ready to embark on your first sewing journey, there are a few tools you’re going to need along the way. These are the most basic sewing tools for beginners, the tools you can’t live without. As you learn more about sewing, you’ll discover other tools to help with specific techniques and tasks to add to your sewing kit.
When you are first starting to sew the whole process may seem complicated, but with the help of this guide, it is simple. This blog will discuss some sewing tools that will come in handy as you begin to work on your sewing and crafting projects. Let’s get back to the basics and start sewing! #beginning #sewing #tips #tools
Do you ever lose track of those little sewing tools by your sewing machine? #SewingTip #BERNINAtip

Tool Tips

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Burlap can be found in many home dec projects, from pillows to wreaths to table runners and more. Find tips and tricks for sewing with burlap on the blog at weallsew.com.
Burlap can be found in many home dec projects, from pillows to wreaths to table runners and more. Find tips and tricks for sewing with burlap on the blog at weallsew.com!
Fear no fabric! Leather can be a wonderful durable fabric to use in your sewing and crafting projects. Find tips and tricks for sewing with leather on the blog at weallsew.com.

Fabric Tips

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What’s the difference between a good sewist and a great sewist?  Pressing! Here are two of my most used and favorite tips for pressing.
A quick tip on using press sheets to save both your iron and your sewing project! #SewingTip #pressing
Sewing room tip: use decorative hooks to store ironing board when not in use.

Ironing & Pressing Tips

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There's a misconception that zippers are hard to sew. While there are many steps, each one is simple and straight forward. It’s just a matter of getting the right order of operations. Follow the step-by-step tutorial on the blog at weallsew.com to learn how to add a modern and fresh detail to any garment.
A welt pocket is a classic and beautiful finish on any garment. Whether it’s included on tailored pants or a structured coat, this finish always looks clean and professional. Find the step-by-step tutorial on how to sew out a simple single welt pocket on the blog at weallsew.com.
When sewing garments, it's the little touches that make them special and unique — from a perfectly stitched buttonhole to expertly applied topstitching. Learn top tips for sewing garments on the blog at weallsew.com.

Garment Making Tips

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BERNINA sewing machines have all the advantages to produce perfect stitches on a quilt sandwich. It will regulate your stitches and keep them even so you can focus on the pattern you want to stitch, whether you are a beginner who could use training wheels or a more experienced quilter who just wants the freedom to stitch freely. Take a look at BSR Mode 3 with BERNINA Educator, Sylvain Bergeron. Learn more on the blog at weallsew.com.
Faux piped binding is one of those sewing techniques that looks time-consuming and intricate. We'll let you in on a little secret – it’s not! This technique is so easy; you may be inspired to add faux piped binding to your next quilt. Learn how to create faux piped binding on the blog at #WeAllSew.
Difficulty: Medium Learn how to create your own double-fold bias to finish edges with your sewing machine. • BERNINA sewing machine • Binder Attachment for Pre-folded Bias Tape (25mm) #87 • Binder Foot #95C • Clover Hold It Stiletto • Bohin Temporary Glue Pen See more about this technique at https://weallsew.com/refine-binding-technique/

Quilt Making Tips

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Learn how to hack a pattern to add a collar to any shirt! It’s easier than you think. Check out the tutorial today!
Make your own pattern from an existing garment.
How to print and assemble a PDF sewing pattern - Made By Rae

Pattern Tips

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Appliqué is a creative way to decorate your projects. Check out some of our favorite appliqué tips, tricks and projects at weallsew.com.
Machine appliqué can be done in a variety of ways. Learn about blanket stitch appliqué, satin stitch appliqué, and corded appliqué. Visit the blog at weallsew.com for more information.
Hemming is a common mending or upcycling task. The goal is always to do this easily with a professional finish and even better if you can do it all on your domestic machine! Check out the blog at weallsew.com to learn more.

Sewing Tips

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