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FREE Stitch Maker Tutorials
Grab a cup of coffee and learn more about your BERNINA.
Ready to stitch smarter—not harder? Dive into our free tutorials and unlock tips, tricks, and techniques to help you master your machine and make your stitches sing. Whether you're just getting started or looking to level up, these bite-sized lessons are here to boost your confidence and spark your creativity—no strings attached!
Getting Started with Computerized Quilting in the Hoop
Turn your embroidery machine into a quilting powerhouse!
Whether you’re just curious or ready to dive into Computerized Quilting with your Embroidery Machine, the following tutorials will get you started and cover everything from machine compatibility, BQM vs EXP design formats to hooping know-how.
Computerized Quilting: An Overview
Get a bird’s-eye view of what computerized quilting is all about! This lesson introduces Computerized Quilting and the types of quilt designs you can quilt with your domestic machine and module. Whether you're curious or committed, this is your launchpad.
Will My Machine Do That?
Thread, Needle, Tension: The Stitch Success Formula
Say goodbye to guesswork and hello to flawless stitches. Learn how to make smart thread choices, identify perfect quilt tension and provides needle know-how so you can balance threads, needles and tension for perfect results.
Quilt Designs Decisions: What Works and Why .EXP vs .BQM
Not all quilt design files are created equal—and choosing the right format can make or break your stitch-out. Get the inside scoop on quilt design formats and discover how your choice of design format choice affects stitch quality and editability.
Hold it Right There! Basting Tips for Quilting Success
Hoop Sense
Hoop Without Hassle
Hooping a quilt can feel tricky—but we’ve got you covered. We will walk through how to hoop your quilt securely, handle bulk with ease, and avoid common pitfalls. You’ll gain confidence in positioning and stabilizing your quilt for perfect stitching.
Want to learn more about Computerized Quilting in the Hoop?
Take your skills to the next level with our Computerized Quilting classes! Learn how to quilt blocks, borders, edge-to-edge designs, and create stunning quilted backgrounds—all right in the hoop.
Click below to explore the classes and start quilting with your embroidery machine!
Learn More >The Perfect Start and Finish
A must see tutorial when creating Stitch Recipes
Starting & Ending Stitch Pattern Rows
To ensure both durability and a polished appearance when starting and ending a stitch pattern row, it’s essential to properly secure the stitches. This tutorial shows how to set-up your machine’s status bar and sewing settings to streamline your workflow and produce clean, professional stitch results. If you purchased a Stitch Recipe Exercise from the Stitch Maker Design Shop, follow these instructions for the Starting Stitches and Ending Stitches of your stitch pattern rows.
Want to Learn More about Stitch Recipes?
Join us for the Stitch Recipe: From Creation to Completion class and unlock the full process—from design to beautifully stitched results.
