BERNINA 3 Series Master Craftsters Series!

[jungrrl]

In this installment of Master Craftsters, five talented Craftster members -- Abbeeroad, kittykill, Leslieshappyheart, MissingWillow, and rlynn -- received sewing machines from BERNINA's 3 Series line of sewing machines.

The BERNINA 3 Series line of sewing machines lead the way in both design and technology. Sew more beautifully than ever before! User-friendly handling with direct-selection keys, cutting-edge technology and first-class

BERNINA has a machine just for you. Check out the amazing projects our Master Craftsters made!

Abbeeroad’s projects made with the BERNINA 330

Intro to the BERNINA 330 or Girl Meets Machine ...How could I not push myself to the absolute limit with such an awesome piece of machinery? I just couldn't help it.... click here to read more and to see more pics	Quilted Fabric Cuff ...Looking for a project to help you use all those odds and ends left over from other projects? How about a fabric cuff?... click here to read more and to see more pics
Stuffed James "Sulley" Sullivan ...I got a little nervous when It came time to sew all those layers together, but the BERNINA 330 didn't even notice.... click here to read more and to see more pics	Not-So-Basic Tanktop ...I added a decorative flair to the bottom hem of my shirt by using one of the BERNINA 330's awesome decorative stitches.... click here to read more and to see more pics
Superhero Cape ...he was missing one essential Superhero element: the cape. That is, until now.... click here to read more and to see more pics	Roll Up Dragon Road Play Mat ...Now, I'm going to tell you a secret. This was my first zipper! With the BERNINA 330, I feel like I can conquer anything!... click here to read more and to see more pics
Got a hole in your jeans? Darn it! ...That's right. This is an automatic darning program.... click here to read more and to see more pics

kittykill's projects made with the BERNINA 330

The Adventures of Kittykill and the BERNINA 330 ...Seeing the BERNINA 330 for the first time made me feel like a kid in a candy store! I couldn't believe all the functions!... click here to read more and to see more pics	A Not So Ironic Tea Cozy ...I finally asked a friend of mine, who has a big collection of tea cozies what the appeal was and her exact words were, "Well, they are cute." I looked at her with a blank stare and told her she had me at cute.... click here to read more and to see more pics
Paper Party Favors ...I couldn't just serve tea and cookies to my friends, so I decided to whip up some quick party favors and gift bags for my guests.... click here to read more and to see more pics	Sophisticated Doggy Tie ...how could he find a job, if he doesn't have the proper attire? He needed a tie! ... click here to read more and to see more pics
Yehaw! Heirloom Cowgirl Pillow! ...I now have a fabulous heirloom pillow that I can add to my cowgirl collection and every time I look at the pillow, I can smile and remember my mom. ... click here to read more and to see more pics	Bicycle Caddy with Pockets ...I don't have a basket for my bike yet (and I stress "yet") so in the meantime, I decided to make this bike caddy.... click here to read more and to see more pics

MissingWillow’s projects made with BERNINA 350 Patchwork Edition

Virginia Farmgirl Meets Quality, Innovation & Swiss Tradition ...I love doing patchwork and have even won a few ribbons for it at the county fair.... click here to read more and to see more pics	Scrappy Business Card Wallet ...This was such an easy project, I couldn't just stop at one!... click here to read more and to see more pics
A Quick Way To Brighten Your Kitchen ...Two of my favorite things are cooking and sewing patchwork projects.... click here to read more and to see more pics	Decorative Stitching Adventures ...When I got the BERNINA 350 Patchwork Edition out of the box, the very first thing I did was try out the decorative stitches.... click here to read more and to see more pics
Patchwork Portable Sewing Wallet ...In the past, I've done these with a solid fabric front but decided to make a scrappy version with some lettering as a focal. The BERNINA 350PE makes lettering super easy! ... click here to read more and to see more pics	Sweet Appliqued Tote Bag ...I was very pleased with my experience appliqueing using the BERNINA 350PE.... click here to read more and to see more pics

rlynn’s projects made with BERNINA 350 Patchwork Edition

Hello BERNINA 350PE! ...Quick projects don't eat up a lot of time and they still feed my soul. And that is what sewing is for me... it's a time to rejuvenate.... click here to read more and to see more pics	Decorative Leather Cuffs ...since I've taken this machine out of her box, all my husband has had to listen to is me rave about the decorative stitches.... click here to read more and to see more pics
Fabric Bucket ...I collect clutter like nothing else. I have come to realize that rather than fight the urge I just need to find ways to hide it. ... click here to read more and to see more pics	Luggage tags ...As I watched black bag after black bag roll out onto the carousel, I realized that my life would be easier if I had a cheerful luggage tag to catch my eye. ... click here to read more and to see more pics
Leather Bookmark ...I wasn't sure if the BERNINA 350 Patchwork Edition would be be able to manage sewing through TWO layers of leather. I was super excited to find out that the BERNINA 350PE didn't have any issues with it at all.... click here to read more and to see more pics	Interchangeable Buttonhole Flowers ...The only thing that has been holding me back is my distaste for making buttonholes. Until the BERNINA 350 Patchwork Edition entered my life that is... click here to read more and to see more pics
Quick and Easy Dress ...It is touted as being the machine to make clothing and house decor items, so I knew immediately that I had to try a dress... click here to read more and to see more pics	Placemat Quilted with Decorative Stitches ...The best part was being able to use such fun stitches with the walking foot.... click here to read more and to see more pics

Leslieshappyheart’s projects made with BERNINA 380

I Love the BERNINA 380! ...I have never used a BERNINA before, and it is SO much better than the cheap-o sewing machines I have been using (I think I know what I'm going to ask for, for Christmas this year!).... click here to read more and to see more pics	Zippered Tote Test ...She sewed the seam evenly, without hesitation, and without skipping a stitch! Honestly, I almost felt like crying with happiness! The BERNINA 380 passed my toughest test.... click here to read more and to see more pics
Fun Pillowcase ...I wanted to try out a decorative stitch on my BERNINA 380. I had 115 stitches to choose from!!... click here to read more and to see more pics	Storage Jar Labels ...I wanted some labels for the jars, and the BERNINA 380 just happens to be able to sew letters and words--this is a perfect project to experiment with that!... click here to read more and to see more pics
Reusable Notebook Cover ...The BERNINA 380 can sew through several layers of thick canvas, so these three layers of felt were a piece of cake for this awesome machine!... click here to read more and to see more pics	Button-Down iPad Sleeve ...You might be shocked to hear this, but in all my years of sewing, I've never made a buttonhole on a sewing machine...until today!... click here to read more and to see more pics
Whimsical Zippered Pouch ...I love making zippered pouches! They make great gifts and you can easily personalize them with your choice of fabrics and embellishments.... click here to read more and to see more pics	Not Your Average Drawstring Backpack ...This drawstring backpack is both stylish and functional--the best of both worlds!... click here to read more and to see more pics

[sweets4ever]

Thanks, Bernina and congrats to our awesome Master Craftsters!  You guys made SO many awesome projects!  Thank you!!

[Abbeeroad]

I STILL can't believe I was a part of such awesomeness. Thanks again for letting me play on this machine! I loved every minute of it!

[alwaysinmyroom]

I am so impressed at the number and quality of the projects!  I KNOW you guys worked hard, but also, that it was loads of fun!

I love how you all described in real life the features of your machine....looks like there is a machine to meet the skills and needs of anyone who loves to sew!  YAY for Bernina for offering choices!

Love everything and even hope to try some of the projects out!

I also love the knee hook that lets you lift up the presser foot hands free...that is awesome...

[kittykill]

Thank you so much for letting me be a part of this!

[MissingWillow]

This was fun, thanks so much for choosing me!   

[Leslieshappyheart]

This has been such a wonderful experience!  It's been a pleasure and an honor to be a part of this Bernina campaign!

[wendiek]

Woohoo!! Great projects, done by some of my favourite Craftsters!! WOOHOOO!! (again, I know)

Thanks for doing all the research, making great projects and for sharing it with us!


Just to let you know, Craftsters ROCK! 

[susanab]

Brava, Master Craftsters!

Congrats on creating such wonderful things and--yeah!--thanks for thinking of us with the tutes!

Thank you, Craftster, for partnering with Bernina and other outside companies so we can have the benefit of testdriving all these products!

[jillybeans]

Great job on all those projects, you wonderful crafsters!  I cannot wait to look at each project!  They are so many to look at and they all look so great!