A sewing blog should inspire you to try new things and bring your creative potential to the forefront. So, do you take advantage of the blogs and free patterns, sewing instructions, etc. that the manufacturer of your home sewing and/or embroidery machine(s) posts? I have to admit, I don’t do that that as much as I should. I really need to do better, because there are so many wonderful ideas and how-to instructions, out there from machine manufacturers.
So, I thought for this blog, I’d provide some information and links to the online blogs and resources available from BERNINA, Brother, Janome, and PFAFF.
Bernina — Made to Create
BERNINA has a couple of web pages for Bernina owners. Check out Learn & Create on their home page.
Get inspired and get instructions with such projects as a Reversible Bomber Jacket or how about some free embroidery downloads?
WeAllSew Blog
BERNINA USA’s blog, WeAllSew, offers fun project ideas, patterns, video tutorials and sewing tips for sewers and crafters of all ages and skill levels.
With project categories of quilt-alongs, sew-along, overlocker/serger and embroider-alongs, the WeAllSew blog has something for every Bernina owner.
Brother — At Your Side
Under the heading of Inspiration & Events on Brother-USA home page, find inspiration, learn how to use Brother products, and meet fellow crafters by exploring their collection of articles, projects, events, and more.
In addition, Brother has a couple of blogs
Stitching Sewcial Blog
Check out this blog and find an all-star lineup of Brother Sew Specialists ready to show you fun, creative sewing projects, valuable embroidery tips and tricks. Of course, they also show you the latest in Brother hardware and accessories. We are confident there is something for everyone on Stitching Sewcial, so get inspired and let your creativity go!
The blogs are tagged by category, such as sewing, embroidery, or quilting and also by theme.
Brother Crafts Blog
Got a ScanN Cut? Then the Brother Crafts blog might be just for you. Whether your passion is paper crafting, mix-media artwork, or stylish home décor, the celebrated Brother Crafts Specialists are ready to show you the latest craft tips & tricks, fun family projects, and more. Want to learn more about using vinyl? There’s a blog for that. Need to know the latest about ScanNCut DX machines and accessories? There’s a blog for that too! Come for the projects and leave with inspiration at Brother Crafts.
Just like the Stitching Sewcial blog, the Brother Crafts blog allows you to search for projects based on category and theme.
Janome — Reliability By Design
Janome has a couple of web sites that offer free projects and ideas.
Under the heading of Inspire, Janome offers exciting projects and embroidery designs to make with your Janome machine.
Search their huge collection based on skill level, category, or project type.
In addition, there is the Janome blog with three years worth of entries and dozens of projects to try.
PFAFF — Perfection Starts Here
Masters of their craft don’t wait for inspiration to appear — they chase it. And there’s no better place to begin than on PFAFF’s web page of “inspiration”. Explore sewing projects, inspiration, techniques and much more!
Then read their blog to find even more inspiration.
Now It’s Up to You
No matter what machine you have, there’s plenty of inspiration on the web from each of the machine manufacturers. Take advantage of what they offer — for free. I’ll bet you’ll learn new techniques, and, when inspiration hits, you’ll create something to be proud of.
We’d love to see something you make based on any of these blogs and web pages I’ve mentioned. Just click on the add file button below, upload a photo and add a comment if you like.