12 Days of Christmas - Day 11 January 4th, 2018

Rena

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a [insert hobby or for my home business] on average, I spend… [how much time/hours in a week

Peggy W

January 04, 2018

I sew for a hobby but I do a craft show in the fall. Hoping to sign up for a few more so been spending more time sewing lately to try and build my inventory.

Patricia

January 04, 2018

I sew, embroider, knit for my dolls and my great grand daughters dolls. I spend on average about 25 hours a week, sometimes more.

Terri Densmore

January 04, 2018

I sew, knit, and crochet (you name it), primarily as a hobby for enjoyment and for gifts. On average I spend at least 3-4 evenings weekly and weekends creating gifts. Someday, I would like to have my own Etsy store and sell !8 inch doll clothes that don’t cost a fortune so every doll can have a wonderful wardrobe!

Rachel Bonin

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby – I usually binge sew around holidays & birthdays – my grandaughters love getting new wardrobes for there dolls

Marjory W

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily for my home sewing business and at this time of year spend about 7 hours a week. In the fall, many more hours.

Jane converse

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby and spend a really variable amount of time per week at it, depending on other things I have going on (from 6 to 24 hours per week). I participate in a couple of charity sewing groups which usually adds about another 8 -10 hours per week.

Emily

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby. On average, I spend 20+ hours a week sewing. :)

Martha

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily for my family (which is quite large) and for friends. I have been sewing for most of my life (approx. 75 yrs) and enjoy it every day.

Carla

January 04, 2018

Whoops! I forgot to say that I see about 4 hours a week on average. ( just a guess ?)

linda

January 04, 2018

“I sew primarily as a hobby on average, I spend 8 hours a week sewing

Pat Woos

January 04, 2018

I knit primarily as a hobby, but I will spend upwards of 40 hours a week knitting. I hope to return to my quilting which will reduce the time spent knitting and show an increased time in sewing. The sewing/quilting will also be a hobby, at least until I get to sewing doll clothes.

Chris Rusch

January 04, 2018

I sew for my own pleasure. I like to sew for my family and friends it will depend on what I am making as to how much time I spend sewing. If I have a project I am working on I can spend 4-5 hours a day, then it could be a week or two till I will start again. .

Maxine VanGuilder

January 04, 2018

I’ve sewn since I was 8 years old. Was chubby and made my own clothes. Started on a tredle machine. We moved 9 times in 40 years and I did all the curtains in each home. I also sewed my kids clothes to save money when they were small. I taught myself to crochet this past year at age 74. I spend about 20 hours a week doing sewing and crochet for my granddaughters now. Would love to have these parrerns to make more for them.

Judy

January 04, 2018

I used to sew for folks to make extra money. Now I sew for fun. I also make quilts for Quilts of Valor. The presentation ceremonies are so amazing and heart warming. Probably sew several hours every day and some days all day. I love making doll clothes for my granddaughter too.

Sandrine

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby on average I spend one or two hours a week sewing.

Chan

January 04, 2018

I sew as a hobby and the time I spend at it varies weekly and depends on how much other stuff I have going one. I always wish for more time to sew!

Jean

January 04, 2018

I knit/sew/crochet primarily as a hobby. On average, I spend approximately eight hours a week making things for charity.

Gail Orr

January 04, 2018

“I sew primarily as a hobby, but am trying to get a business going. On average I spend 10 hours sewing.

Bonnie Lewis

January 04, 2018

I sew, knit and crochet both as a hobby and for charity. I make things for local hospitals, nursing homes, cancer clinics, and other organizations in need. I also make dolls and clothes for my 15 granddaughters, and I love your patterns. I spend at least 2-3 hours a day working on various projects, and love your historical patterns. Thanks for all you do.

Jessica Musumarra

January 04, 2018

I sew as a hobby and for fun on average, I spend…about 5 hours a week but wish it was more!

Carla

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily for gift giving, my granddaughters, to donate, and I quilt for my own pleasure. My 4 granddaughters don’t have any historical pieces. They, their mother, and I would love them! Thanks for the chance to win!!

Sue

January 04, 2018

I have been seeing since I was 5 years old so it is a way of life for me. Sometimes I sew for fun and other time for someone else, occasionally to sell. I tend to immerse myself in sewing projects and sew 10-12 hours at a time, then not for a while.

Janis

January 04, 2018

I sew and crochet primarily as a hobby, but this last year I made clothes for the American Girl Doll and other 18 inch dolls. I started to make them for my granddaughters, and then sold some. I crochet or sew while watching TV, so I do it for 2-3 hours a day.

Bonny

January 04, 2018

My goal is to make & collect a full wardrobe for an AG doll plus some of the furniture before my granddaughter is old enough to get hers for her birthday.

DH

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby and spend on average 5 hours a week.

Joanne Hafeli

January 04, 2018

I am a hobby sewer. Now all my sewing is charity sewing. I like using old pattern reproductions to make dolls and clothes.

Pat

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby on average, I spend 5-6 hours a week.

Mary

January 04, 2018

I sew mainly for charity, the proceeds going towards mission work. I seem to sew in spurts. Some weeks that seems like all I do……..some weeks I get involved with other interests. But on the average I would say that I spend at least 8 hours a week sewing.

Linda

January 04, 2018

“I sew and knit primarily as a hobby on average, I spen 2 hours in a week.

Dorisanne

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby and for my grandchildren’s and my own dolls (about 10 hours per week.)

Eileen Boyce

January 04, 2018

I crochet primarily as a hobby, on the average of 4 hours a week or more.

i would love to learn to sew and make doll clothes.

Laura T.

January 04, 2018

Right now I sew just as a hobby to make gifts or for fun about 3-5 hrs/w . Every once in awhile I crochet. I would like to eventually sew more for selling.

Nanita

January 04, 2018

I sew for enjoyment. I love to see a pattern made up. I usually sew 2-3 hours a week.

Delores

January 04, 2018

I see mainly as a hobby. Most of my sewing is done close to birthdays and holidays making doll clothes for my granddaughters.

JUDY

January 04, 2018

I sew as a hobby that turned into a business long ago. i still do both as if business slows down i have it as a hobby to fall back on…as someone said, it is great therapy!

Lori K

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby; on average, I spend 8 hours a week sewing (more during school breaks).

Sue Harkins

January 04, 2018

I primarily sew as a hobby. On average I spend about 10 hours a week.

Judy

January 04, 2018

I sew and or quilt a min. of 2 to 3 hours every day. It is a great hobby and I have met a lot of interesting people. I am in the process of making a wardrobe of clothes for a little daughter of a missionary. This will be here “Santa” gift next year. Even the parents have no idea where the quilts this year came from. So much fun to do something that you know will be unexpected and make someone so happy.

kathleen

January 04, 2018

I knit as a hobby everyday, it also keeps my hands moving. I also give a lot away to organizations and non profit organizations. My daughter has a site going to try to make some money back for what I do.

Laura

January 04, 2018

When I had younger kids I created a lot of their outfits and when I was even younger I made all my own dolls clothes. But now I sew only to mend things. I would love to make some of the adorable and beautiful items I see on your site. Until I learn my Serger and find the time away from book making I can only admire and purchase from others who have perfected their skills. I do spend a fair amount of time window shopping.

Carla

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby. I spend about 8 hours each week sewing doll clothes, making fabric baskets and liners, and all sorts of household items.

Heather

January 04, 2018

I sew knit and crochet for fun. I usually manage to squeeze in about 10 to 15 hours a week. Not nearly as much time as I would like.

Anne

January 04, 2018

I sew, knit and crochet as a hobby. I am retired now and actually never sewed until I retired.I am self-taught with the fabulous help of Pixie Faire! Now I sew doll clothes for my granddaughter and last spring I made matching dresses for her and her doll! All of these hand arts help to keep my mind sharp in my retirement.

Linda J

January 04, 2018

“I sew primarily as a hobby. On average, I spend 3-4 hours a week sewing, but I just got a new machine and plan to spend a lot more this winter making doll clothes for my granddaughter.”

Johanne

January 04, 2018

I sew primarely as a hobby to make my grand daughters Nice outfit and cloches. And for my pleasure.

julie b

January 04, 2018

“I sew many different projects primarily as a form of therapy. On average, I spend… 1 or 2 hours a day.…”

janice

January 04, 2018

I knit primarily as a hobby, although it has turned into more as I have had some pattern published and I knit samples for a few shops and yarn companies. I spend maybe 30 hours per week knitting, but mostly while watching tv at night too. I sew for sanity and to make things that I like.

Sarah

January 04, 2018

I knit/crochet/sew primarily as a hobby, and on average, I spend a couple of hours a week doing it. I wish I had time for more!

kerri

January 04, 2018

I sew and crochet primarily as a hobby on average, I spend little time day to day. Yet, when I am in the mood will binge for a whole day.

Linda N

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby, but it has tuned into a small business with an Etsy shop and as a way at times to give gifts to others. My sewing time varies with the demand and my time!!

Janene Grace

January 04, 2018

Vivian Hornor

January 04, 2018

I sew as a hobby for my granddaughter for approximately 20 hours a week.

Jil

January 04, 2018

“I sew primarily as a hobby (although if I learned to knit or crochet, since its more portable, I could spend a lot more time) but on average, I spend about 4 hours a week sewing.

Judy McP

January 04, 2018

I sew as a hobby. This past year I’ve spent very little time sewing, but this year, my goal is an hour a day minimum.

Mary

January 04, 2018

I am a Doll collector. I sew clothing for my dolls and I do some work for members of my doll Club. I sew several hours everyday. I’m retired so have time to sew.

Penny

January 04, 2018

I crochet every night and sew all the time I love being in my sewing room

Janet F

January 04, 2018

“I sew and crochet primarily as a hobby (although I do try to sell my crafts on the side to generate a little extra crafting funds). on average, I spend approximately 5 hours per week working on some sort of craft. I love crafting for 18" dolls, but my nieces aren’t into them and I don’t have any little girls of my own. Most of my 18" doll creations wind up in a collection of items for selling at 1 or 2 craft fairs per year.

Pat Stone

January 04, 2018

I sew as a hobby to make doll clothes for my granddaughter. I spend 3 to 5 hours a week making templates, choosing patterns, fabric and trims, cutting out the pieces, and then assembling the clothing item. It is all fun.

Kathy

January 04, 2018

I sew for a hobby about 48 hours a week. My granddaughter loves them all the stuff I sew

Beaj

January 04, 2018

I cross stitch,sew, crochet & knit doing one or two of these activities daily and as long as time allows.
Thanks for your awesome giveaways..:)

Carol L

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby and I spend an average of 10 – 12 hours a week sewing.

Glenda

January 04, 2018

I see mostly as a hobby and I spend as much time as possible sewing for my granddaughters dolls. I also see for special occasions.

Leola

January 04, 2018

I sew mostly for the GG Daughters .making them clothes and Doll clothes. The GG Sons get shirts and knit socks. As i live alone I can devote most of my time to my crafts. At least 5 hrs a day.

Barbara Secrest

January 04, 2018

I sew and knit for pleasure of seeing the finished doll outfit aka hobby!!! I usually get to sew maybe 10 – 15 hours a week and knit only if I cannot sleep…However the thought of the doll clothes creations seems to be with me all day…That is probably why I have a lot more fabric, yarn & patterns than I will make in 2-3 lifetimes…

Joan

January 04, 2018

I sew, knit and crochet primarily for my home-based Etsy business. On average, I spend 40 hours in a week creating little doll outfits and keeping my social media and business up to date.

April

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby and to alter clothing for myself. Unfortunately, I am only able to sew 1-2 hours a month.

Rebecca

January 04, 2018

I crochet primarily as a hobby. On average, I spend about 5 hours a week crocheting.

Shannan

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby, but love the creativity of my own projects. On average, I spend 6-8 hours a week.

Ambrosia Blasier-McCollum

January 04, 2018

I sew and knit primarily as a hobby. I spend approximately 10 hours a week doing one or the other.

Jennifer G

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby and on average, I spend a couple of hours a week sewing. Thanks for the giveaway.

Elizabeth

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby and to make gifts for my family 4 daughters, spouses and 3 grandchildren). On average, I spend 40 -50 hours a week sewing. I do love retirement!!;)

Jan

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby , on the average of hour a week, not enough as I would like too.

Eileen

January 04, 2018

“I sew, knit, AND crochet primarily for my home business. On average, I spend 6 to 30 hours a week sewing, researching patterns, shopping for fabrics, and managing my books!

Carol

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby on average I spend 5 hours a week sewing,

Suzi

January 04, 2018

“I sew primarily as a hobby on average, I spend 10 hours a week sewing. I knit primarily as a business and spend about 50 hours a week knitting.

Nancy

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby and to make drapes for our home. Our granddaughter has AG dolls and we design and sew clothes for her dolls, great way to spend time together. I can sew anywhere from ten to thirty hours a week sewing.

Sandy

January 04, 2018

I sew, knit and crochet primarily as a hobby. I love sewing historical doll clothes. I get pleasure from seeing the finished product. Sometimes I give them away. Sometimes I sell them. I try to spend 4 to 5 hours a week working on something. With the new year, I hope to spend more time sewing, knitting and or crocheting.

Suzan

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby, don’t mind mending clothes and love to see my daughters attempt the art of sewing. They’re catching on and learning to love it. I love the time we spend together, the dolls we dress turn out beautiful. Thanks a lot for your free patterns!

Carol

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily for fun. I love to put fabrics and patterns together and see how they turn out. I spend about 2 hours a week sewing. With my busy, busy job, I wish I had more time to sew. It is so relaxing for me! If only my boss would allow me to bring my sewing machine to work. ! ?

Priscilla

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby. On average I spend 15 hours a week sewing. It is relaxing, enjoyable, and provide a feeling of accomplishment.

Sarah

January 04, 2018

I’ve loved sewing for my dolls since I can remember. Now I sew for myself, my dolls, and run my own business selling doll clothes. Thanks for such awesome patterns.

Mary Sue

January 04, 2018

I sew as a hobby, for my four beautiful granddaughters.I’m finding the time spent is varied now as they have expanded their interests into crafts.

Janie

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby. On average I spend about 10 hours per week. Sometimes, if I have a pattern I really like, I may sew all day for two or three days in a row.

Patti

January 04, 2018

I use to sew and do alterations professionally, but I am retired now and sew for relaxation and fun. This year I plan on seeing a lot more because I now have a nice sewing studio in my home.

Lena

January 04, 2018

“I sew primarily as a hobby on average, I spend about 3 hours a week, less then i would love too.
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Camille Chandler

January 04, 2018

Oh I love this bustle dress…love this pattern….love to sew this

Kenneth Roby

January 04, 2018

“I sew, knit & crochet primarily as my home business on average, I spend 8 – 10 hours doing research, shopping, sewing or needle work, choosing what is next and what it will be made of listing and answering questions. It helps keep a mind busy and helps me promote doll play for girls that may not get this option without a push on the parents side. It is healthy play that contributes to a healthy mind.

Mary

January 04, 2018

I see primarily as a hobby an on average I spend 5 to 10 hours week.

Carrie

January 04, 2018

I sew for fun and have begun sewing doll clothes for my daughter’s dolls. I make about one item per month.

Ruth Ann

January 04, 2018

I sew and knit primarily as a hobby and for charity. On average, I spend 3 or 4 hours a week sewing, but hoping for more this year as I FINALLY have a nice sewing/craft room. Working on getting it organized first!

Michelle Nelson

January 04, 2018

I started making my own clothes when I was in Junior High School almost 50 years ago. I made clothes for my younger brothers as well. After I was married I started making clothes for my boys and my nieces. In the late 70’s I started a small hobby business making baby doll and Barbie clothes. When I learned about American Girl, I started sewing for them and never stopped. I do a couple of craft shows a year selling AG, Bitty Baby and Wellie Wisher’s clothing. I also crochet in my spare time as something to do while I watch TV. I spend about 5 hours a day in my sewing room.

Anita

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily for my home based business which has spanned almost 50 years . I have a major love for sewing and creating. Previous to 2006 I owned and operated a Seamstress Salon specializing in dressing brides and clients for their rememberable events in their lives. Closing the salon that year, retiring and relocating I turned my attention to primarily sewing doll fashions and accessories for little girls and big girls too which are sold at Doll Shows and like events. Doll Patterns throughout the years were difficult to obtain especially any type of historical outfit. When I discovered this site I was overjoyed that finally someone offered doll patterns to fit the historical eras of life. You see I was a curator and historian also once upon a time and kinda partial to the Victorian age.. How many hours do I sew per week – it can depend if it is Doll Season- maybe up to 40 hours. To all of you at Pixie Faire thank you for starting this website and for your love of dolls and sewing.

Jocelyn

January 04, 2018

I sew and do lots of needlework primarily as a hobby. In the winter I average 20 hours or more per week. I have two honourary Grand daughters and now two of my own to sew dolly things for. Retirement is wonderful!

Julie

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby. On average I don’t spend nearly enough time sewing. Its been quite some time since I’ve had my sewing machine out but with the gift of an American Girl doll for my daughter this holiday the sewing bug has begun again so I can make outfits for her. I hope to spend a few hours per week getting back into it.

Melissa

January 04, 2018

I sew as a hobby and try to fit it in whenever I can.

Peggy A

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily for personal enjoyment and my small home business. I spend 20-30 hours a week on sewing and related crafts.

Genevieve

January 04, 2018

I knit so I don’t kill people. Whoops, that isn’t what you mean. : ) I sneak in stitches here and there while at different kid activities and appointments. I also knit the rare times I get to watch tv while not on the treadmill. I sew only in my mind. I make the most amazing outfits. They are spectacular! Too bad they aren’t real.

Maurine

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby but sell a few things on Etsy. On an average, I spend 8 hours in a week but would love to spend more time doing what is my passion. I need to win the lottery so I can hire someone to do all the things I need to maintain in the household and build me a Giant sewing room. lol Love Pixie Faire and the designers.

Dotti G.

January 04, 2018

I sew as hobby and I do not spend nearly enough time sewing. My goal this year is to set aside at least 4 hours a week for sewing.