Quilt Direct Blog
A Stitch in Time at Hogwarts: Creating a Harry Potter...
We took the officially licensed Bernette b79 Harry Potter Special Edition sewing and embroidery machine for a spin, making a custom HP shirt for my niece, with a photoshoot at the real Hogwarts castle at Warner Bros. Studio Tour.
Unlock Creative Possibilities: V-Stitch Embroidery Designs with AccuQuilt Appliqué Dies
Every AccuQuilt appliqué die from Quilt Direct includes three free embroidery designs by V-Stitch. Learn how to use them, what formats are included, and how to explore the wider V-Stitch collection for even more creative possibilities.
Freestanding Embroidery Structures - Create Beautiful Three-Dimensional Designs
Freestanding embroidery transforms thread and stabiliser into stunning three-dimensional structures. Learn the OESD method step by step, from stabiliser preparation to assembly, and discover seasonal inspiration for your next project.
Embroidered Greenhouse Tissue Box Cover
Jo Masters creates a charming greenhouse-themed tissue box cover using OESD stabilisers, tulle fabric and the BERNINA 700 embroidery machine. Includes a cautionary tale about using the wrong stabiliser.
OESD Valentine's Post Box: An In-the-Hoop Machine Embroidery Project
Jo Masters, Quilt Direct's Embroidery Specialist, steps outside her comfort zone to make an OESD Valentine's post box using pink vinyl, glitter fabric, and a full set of OESD stabilisers. A brilliant in-the-round embroidery project with plenty of tips along the way.
Valentine's Day Ideas with AccuQuilt Appliqué Dies
Looking for Valentine's Day project inspiration? Karen shows how to transform AccuQuilt appliqué dies into heartfelt cards, gift decorations, and cushions - and how V-Stitch embroidery designs take them to the next level.
Creating Embroidered Towels Using the BERNINA 700
Personalised embroidered towels are a beautiful project and a brilliant way to get the most from your BERNINA 700. In this step-by-step guide, our BERNINA Studio team at Quilt Direct walks you through everything — from stabiliser choice and hooping towelling fabric to loading your design and achieving a crisp, professional stitch-out.
A Complete Beginner at the Quilt Direct BERNINA Studio
Alexandria had never picked up a needle in her life. A few hours at the Quilt Direct BERNINA Studio later, she'd made a personalised embroidered cat cushion for her friend's newborn babay girl. This is her story.