Ladybugs in my Garden Table Runner

I recently taught the Spring  "Tool Time' class at the Bernina Sewing Center in Tampa, Fl.  I found this design in the McCall's Quilting Magazine here...  I purchased the digital version and began my journey of adapting this design using the Bernina DesignWorks Software and tools found here

The original table runner looks like this...

My version is slightly different and a used a Bernina DesignWorks Collection as well as creating my own cutwork designs.

The collection I used was 21010DW Citrus Blossoms.  I thought it was a perfect complement to the original design.

                                                      

Here is a closeup of the table runner...  My March 2014 DesignWorks class was learning how to create the basic shapes using the DW software.  Here  are a few more pics...

Isn't this lady bug sooo cute?

Contact your local dealer for the Bernina DesignWorks Software and Tools.  No local dealer?,  feel free to contact the Bernina Sewing Center in Tampa, Fl at www.berninapfaff.com

DesignWorks Tutorial

Sarah Vedeler has a great tutorial on her website in using CrystalWorks...yeah!  I wish we had more of these on the WeAllSew blog!

Here is her new collection...Jazzilicious

You can order this design collection from the Bernina-Pfaff Sewing Center in Tampa, Fl!

You can learn how to create this design from the DesignWorks class at the Bernina-Sewing Center!  Come join us!

DesignWorks class on April 14th - Bitmaps, ClipArt and Dingbats, oh my!

Bernina V7 class sample

I recently taught a class on the Bernina V7 software following the directions from the Dimensional Elements webinar.  It was an awesome class and I have a few photos that I would like to share with my V7 friends...

Here is the table runner that I created using fabric leftover from my kitchen window treatments.

I used the Ecco design collection to create the Stumpwork leaf in the software. I used a #26 gauge wire and then used the Cutting tool to cut out around the leaf.

Here is a close-up of the dimensional leaf stitched onto the table runner.

The next element was the Punchwork leaf....

I used a wool blend yarn on the felt to create the dimensional leaf.  The Cutwork flower design is also shown in this picture - sooo easy with the Cutwork tool!

The last tile that I did was the Raised Satin stitch - it turned out beautifully! Unfortunately you can only see the one center of the flower below...

I absolutely LOVE the idea of editing existing embroidery designs and turn them into a work of art! ..... This is WHY I bought a BERNINA!

Adding the Floriani thread chart to the V7 software

Well, I have a number of spools of Floriani thread and as I was working on my designs, I wanted to see what they would look like with a black fabric background. I found a thread chart on the Bernina V7 yahoo group.  Here is how to install it...

First COPY the file ....

Go to your computer and select your OS(C:) drive

Click on the Program Files (x86)

Open the Program Files (x86) folder....  you will see the Bernina software listed....

Open the Bernina folder and then open Embroidery Software 7

You will see a list of files in the software...  You will see a folder labeled RES...

PASTE...  the file into the folder... - It works!!

Here is one of the blocks that I created for the Ecco Table Runner class on February 21st...

It is the Stumpwork file and the stumpwork piece is not included in the file when you send it to the machine...which is why it does not have any colors!

It works!!!

If you are a visual person, Bev has created a You Tube video to show you how to do the same steps as above...

Where have I been?

That's a good question!!!  Sewing, scrapbooking, THE holidays and whatever!

But now it is time to share some of my upcoming classes at the Bernina Sewing Center!

Up first is  my Purse Panache 1... Designer Handbag 2..This is a Ellen Roche/ Nancy Zieman design.  The designs are embroidered and such an easy way to make the box corners match!

This class will be offered on March 21st from 5:00 - ???  this is a great class and guess what?  I will cook something!!

Sign up by calling the Bernina Sewing Center at (813)969-2458... See you then!

TC Tuesdays

Good Morning everyone - at least it is morning here in Tampa, FL!  Have you upgraded your software yet?  Remember the newest version is 7.08!

I have a 'quickie' tutorial today!  I found the perfect dingbat font for creating what I call "cutesy" Halloween critters!  Click on the link and it will take you to site where there are TONS of free downloads!

The font that I download is called MTF Sweet Halloween Dings

Here is the link if you want to go straight to the Details of the font.  The details will give you the keystroke to use when you want the load the particular character. Install the font onto your computer and then open up your software and find this font listed under the True Type fonts.


Don't forget the wonderful learning center available to all who own this software. You can find the link to it here... click on the Lettering section and view how to use True Type fonts.

Here is another great video to help you understand how to use True Type Fonts!

Here is a picture of my first Floriani software project.   I was so excited to create this little Halloween bib just in time for the holiday!

If you look carefully at the font above, you will see this cutesy little pumpkin!  It is the letter "E" on your keyboard...

You can find the FREE file here.  You must have a BOX account to access this file.  It is easy!

AND sew on....

Adeline

"TC Tuesdays"!

Welcome to TC Tuesdays!  Each Tuesday I will post new information about the Floriani Total Control software.


Exciting NEWS coming !  The NEW 7.08 update is almost ready!! (Actually my software was updated last night!)

You can find more information regarding the update here  BUT I am excited that they added the Bernina hoops in this update!!

check it out...

6 - Hoop Sizes Added

• We have added some new hoops into the software:
  
  

  • Bernina 72x50	• Janome 200x230	• Pfaff 120x120 Round
  • Bernina 260x400	• Janome 125x90	• Pfaff 50x80
  • Bernina 150x400	• Janome 125x140	• Pfaff 250x225
  • Bernina 40x60	• Janome 140x200	• Pfaff 225x90
  • Bernina 100x130	• Pfaff 200x260	• Singer 50x150
  • Brother 130x300	• Pfaff 350x360	• Singer 210x430
  • Brother 300x378	• Pfaff 200x200	• Singer 250x450
  • Brother 100x172	• Pfaff 100x180	• Singer 130x240
  • Elna 125x90	• Pfaff 33x9	• Viking 200x260
  • Janome 140x140	• Pfaff 166.5x60	• Viking 150x360
  • Janome 200x280	• Pfaff 80x80 Round	• Viking 350x360

  Do you know how to update your software?  It is easy really!  Just use the dropdown menu in the Help tab.  If your computer is attached to the internet, it will find the update immediately as soon as you open your software.

Don't forget!!!  PLUS, if you have already signed up there is a webinar tonight by Walter Floriani...  There still may be room left to sign up ...

Here is the link  

enjoy!...