Singer Nostalgia Nost-3 14.5x7" Flatbed Sewing Machine

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Butterick Sewing Pattern 4113 for Girl's Fifties Style Poodle / Rock'nRoll Skirt, Sizes 4-5,6-7,8-10,12-14

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Singer(R) CurvyTM 8763 Sewing Machine

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After many decades of service, my wife's old Singer finally went kaput so we researched several different machines before deciding on this one. Not only did Amazon offer the best value, but my credit card had barely cooled when the machine and case arrived - super fast shipping. I know, I know - guys aren't supposed to give APPLIANCES as gifts but that's what she wanted and that's what she got.

Although this was a Christmas gift the wifey has been dieting and had quite a few outfits to alter before the holidays, so I encouraged her to open the boxes and get acquainted with her new machine. Right away, we were struck by just how much larger this machine was in person than when viewed on the web site. It's not really huge, just a bit bigger than we's envisioned. The machine works great, and she is still learning all the functions and features.

One curiousity - there was no instructional DVD with this particular machine, and nothing in the product description to indicate there would be one included, but it sure would be helpful - especially for a guy like me that is not very sewing machine savvy. Beyond the presser feet described on the web site, ours came with a whole 'nother bag of different presser feet - 4 or 5 others that we have not yet identified. Not sure if this was a packaging mistake or what, but it was a bonus. Singer *should* at least include a descriptive sheet of the different presser feet along with the intended use for each one so we'd know exactly what we're working with here. My bride is no stranger to Singer products, but this has even her a bit baffled. There's a double fistful of presser feet and are left to discover their useful functions on our own. This is the only reason I only rated this product at four stars instead of five.

Overall, first impressions are very favorable and we are both pleased with the purchase. Whether you are new to sewing or a wily veteran seamstress I think you could do quite well with this middle of the line machine. Buy with confidence, but do your homework first.

Clover Double Needle Threader

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These have always been my favorite needle threaders. They are much stronger than most, although the wire will break off if someone, like a grandchild, jerks it too hard. They are also large enough that they don't get lost among the other sewing things.

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Mundial CushionSoft 8-1/2-Inch Sewing Shears, Red/Black Handle

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When I went to take a beginner sewing class at my local fabric store, I had never sewn before and didn't have a clue what scissors to buy. I asked the ladies at the cutting counter which scissors they would recommend and the lady was using these and said that they were her favorite. I bought them and have been extremely happy with them ever since. They are fairly light weight and very comfortable to hold. I later bought a pair of Tonic brand scissors Tonic Studios 839 Kushgrip 8-1/2-Inch Left Hand General Purpose Scissors because of their pretty color and cushy grip. They were terrible and wouldn't even cut through a double layer of knit fabric. I have cut many types of fabrics with these with no problem and many of those were double layered. So, if you're looking for a good pair or sewing scissors, you should really give these a try. I have these Mundial 1860 scissors in blue, but they are the exact same scissors, just blue instead of red.

Dritz Sew Organized Sewing Basket Rectangle

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