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bernina hammer mode

The Bernina Hammer Mode:

The Bernina Hammer Mode:  If you've ever worked with heavy or layered fabrics on a domestic sewing machine, you know the challenges they present. Bernina, however, has designed a unique...

The Bernina Hammer Mode:

The Bernina Hammer Mode:  If you've ever worked with heavy or layered fabrics on a domestic sewing machine, you know the challenges they present. Bernina, however, has designed a unique...

guide to using  the Bernina ruffler #86  PRESSER FOOT

Guide to using the Ruffler Presser Foot #86

A ruffler foot is a special sewing machine attachment designed to create evenly spaced pleats or gathers in fabric or adding ruffles to garments, home decor items, or creating decorative...

Guide to using the Ruffler Presser Foot #86

A ruffler foot is a special sewing machine attachment designed to create evenly spaced pleats or gathers in fabric or adding ruffles to garments, home decor items, or creating decorative...

guide to using bernina roll & shell hemmer foot

The Sewing Machine Foot for Rolled Hems

A rolled hem presser foot can be a little tricky once you start using it, but once you learn the right techniques and some tricks and practice once or twice,...

The Sewing Machine Foot for Rolled Hems

A rolled hem presser foot can be a little tricky once you start using it, but once you learn the right techniques and some tricks and practice once or twice,...

Bernina Walking Presser Foot Guide to Use

Guide To Use A Walking Foot For Beginners

What is a Walking Presser Foot? A walking foot for a sewing machine is essential for upholstery tasks, especially automotive, marine, or aviation work. Unlike standard machines, it has two...

Guide To Use A Walking Foot For Beginners

What is a Walking Presser Foot? A walking foot for a sewing machine is essential for upholstery tasks, especially automotive, marine, or aviation work. Unlike standard machines, it has two...

guide to choosing the right thread for sewing

Choosing the Right Threads

 Choosing the right thread is as necessary as choosing the right tools and fabrics for your sewing projects and this task can be tricky as there are several types of...

Choosing the Right Threads

 Choosing the right thread is as necessary as choosing the right tools and fabrics for your sewing projects and this task can be tricky as there are several types of...

tips for sewing thick fabrics

Tips for Sewing Thick Materials

When you’re working with multi layer garments or thick material like denim or making a lined jacket or sewing denim hems the process can result in uneven stitches due to...

Tips for Sewing Thick Materials

When you’re working with multi layer garments or thick material like denim or making a lined jacket or sewing denim hems the process can result in uneven stitches due to...