12 Days of Christmas - Day 5 December 29th 2017

Dulce

December 29, 2017

I got a used Janome recently. It’s a lightweight machine I can take with me, it appears to need little maintenance and sews a consistent stitch.

Lori

December 29, 2017

I use my grandmother’s Bernina. The thing I like most is that it is the same machine that I learned to sew on over 40 years ago and in all those years it has never given me any trouble.

Bonny

December 29, 2017

I use a 1960’s Domestic sewing machine. The thing I like most about it is that I can do All type of hemming with the different presser foots that came with it.

Julie Barlocher

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina 930 record. The thing I like most about it is, it’s a work horse and has never needed repairs since I bought it in the early 80’s.

Sandi

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother sewing machine. The thing I like about it the most is all the cool stitches!

Deborah Brebes

December 29, 2017

I currently have four Pfaff sewing machines. I like their portability and dependability. I like the ease of changing thread on my Babylock serger.

Mary H.

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina 1130 sewing machine. The thing I like most about it is the needle down feature, the knee lift, and the 1/4" foot. These three features are super helpful when sewing doll clothes with their tiny seam allowances. I also like the overcast stitch for small curved areas where it’s too hard to use the serger.

Janie

December 29, 2017

I use my 2 Janome machines and older New Home and 2 Janome sergers. They haven’t failed me yet. Love them.

Terri silva

December 29, 2017

I use an old Singer…See and Sew. It is very dependable!

Michele

December 29, 2017

I use a 1970s Kenmore sewing machine, a newer Necchi NE30 machine & a Brother serger. I appreciate being able to use each machine as it best suits a project. My Kenmore handles knits very well & has a great bobbin winder. The Necchi is computerized & fairly quiet. It has handled speciality fabrics like satins well.

Cindy

December 29, 2017

I use a Janome. The thing I like most is its dependability.

Mary Angerer

December 29, 2017

Debby

December 29, 2017

I use an old Necchi sewing machine. It works fine even after all the years I’ve had it – over 30 years. I would like a new machine and a serger, but can’t afford it. I love sewing for dolls and can do most things with my Necchi. I also love to hand sew, knit and crochet. I intend to sell my designs and doll clothes but at the moment am unable to do much as I fell and broke my shoulder. But I am collecting ideas and inspiration while I am an invalid.

Wanda

December 29, 2017

I use a Babylock. The thing I like most about it is that it is also an embroidery machine.

Marge Storms

December 29, 2017

“I use a Brothers sewing machine… The thing I like most about it is self threading needle!! I haven’t used the double needle on it yet but looking forward to that as well!

jessica

December 29, 2017

I use a brother. I like it because it is very basic and easy for me to use while I still get the hang of sewing.

Jo Swan

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother Project Runway 100 stitch machine which I love. It does almost anything including quilting (came with quilting table) and monogram lettering I do also have a singer mini-serger that i rarely use.

Linda

December 29, 2017

I use a BabyLock & love everything about it! It has every kind of stitch I could possibly need & the embroidery feature works like a charm.

Christal A

December 29, 2017

I use 3 sewing machines – a Brother, a Bernina, and a Singer. The thing I like most about each is they all have their own strengths and weaknesses, the Brother is great for a quick repair or mending job, the Bernina is a dream to sew on & self-threads, and the Singer perfect is for heavy thick materials like canvas repair.

Helen Davis

December 29, 2017

I use an OLD Bernina and I love it because it’s a simple heavy duty machine. I have had many other sewing machines die and this ones just keeps going no matter what I put her through. I also use a Husqvarna serger but our relationship is much more complicated :P

Linda

December 29, 2017

I use an older Kenmore. It gets the job done when the spirit moves me to sew!

Robin

December 29, 2017

“I use a  [Janome]… The thing I like most about it is [it has the ability to do small embroidery]”. I’m not experienced with the embroidery mode yet.

I have to admit I struggle to make these little doll clothing items. I’m arthritic and can’t seem to find a technique that works for me yet. Any advice would be very much appreciated,

Susan

December 29, 2017

I use a Singer sewing machine. It is easy to use and reliable. I learned how to sew on my mom’s Singer many years ago and it brings back happy memories of sewing.

Rebecca

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother XR 9550PRW sewing machine. The thing I like most about it is the number of stitches it has. It has 110 built-in stitches, including 8 button holes. I love my machine!

Maureen

December 29, 2017

I sew with a Janome and I love the self threading needle feature.

Jolene S

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother sewing machine that I just got in the fall. The thing I like most about it is that it is portable! We just downsized to a very small apt and no room for a specific place to do my sewing.

Linda

December 29, 2017

I use a 1980s Singer sewing machine. The thing I liked most about it was that it was a really nice machine until my daughter took it apart.

Heidi L

December 29, 2017

I am a bernina girl. I have used several types/styles of machines. I will never buy anything else…it is my favorite in all areas of sewing and embroidery.

Carolyn

December 29, 2017

For perfect straight, nothing beats my 1950 Singer Featherweight. For everything else, I use a Janome.

Linda

December 29, 2017

I love my Janome quilter machine. I have been sewing on Janome machines for over 30 years when the used to be called New Home sewing machines.

Maureen Mangan

December 29, 2017

I USE A BROTHER DREAM AND A SINGER QUANTUM

Kyle

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother sewing machine, and I like it because it’s very user friendly and not too complex.

Bonnie Lewis

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina 1630 sewing machine and Bernina serger. I have had both for many years, and I love the programmable buttonhole maker, which enables me to make tiny buttonholes for doll clothes. With 8.children and 30 grandchildren, my sewing machine gets a good workout.

Marcie

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother sewing and embroidery machine. I really like it, sews really nice but haven’t done alot with the embroidery I need to learn how that all works. Very solid machine and I like alot about it.

Lori Morton

December 29, 2017

I use a Janome 8900… The thing I like most about it is that it was a HUGE Surprise from my sweeet Husband! :) Love the larger throat area for quilting on my home machine for sure…and it is just such a pleasure to sew with. Have only had her for 2 months..so alot more to learn yet

Thank you for chance to win today’s Give-a-way too.

Cassandra

December 29, 2017

I use a Juki straight stitch at work, I had one at home but it burnt up in a house fire :-(. I love it because it is simple, straight forward and heavy duty for thicker fabrics and you can use it to sew most fabrics (maybe not so good on knits and stretch fabrics) I bought a Brother so I would have something to use at home and it is okay (has lots of different stitches) but I miss how strong and heavy duty the commercial machine is.

Amanda

December 29, 2017

I use a Kenmore sewing machine and a Bernina serger. I love how much faster and cleaner I can sew by using both! I try to serge as much as possible and I love working with spandex on the serger and making matching leggings for dolls and my daughters.

Barbara

December 29, 2017

I have a baby lock sewing machine and a singer serger. I love all the stitches on my sewing machine.

Sandra

December 29, 2017

I use a Singer Stylist. It’s easy to use and does the job.

Donna

December 29, 2017

I use a Janome 8900, I love the throat space, and the thread cutter, plus all off the wonderful features. Thanks for giveaway.

Nancy Blankenship

December 29, 2017

I use a Janome 6600 sewing machine. The thing I like best is the 1/4 inch foot, makes my seams perfectly fixed.

Debra W.

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina. Its been the best machine for over 30 years. The thing I like the most about it is it will sew every kind of fabric known to man and will do everything.

Claudine Lienau

December 29, 2017

I use a Singer… The thing I like most about it is how easy it is to use.

MargaretP

December 29, 2017

I use a Kenmore that’s over 30 years old. I love it because my husband got for me and it has a metal housing and just enough electronics to assist in getting correct tension but not too much to cause problems with repairs!

Anne Marie

December 29, 2017

My Machine is a Viking Rose. I have had it for over 20 years & love everything about it. I have used other machines but love my Rose the best.. I have made 2 wedding gowns for my daughters & so much more. I just have so many happy memories with this machine.

Barb D

December 29, 2017

I use a Viking Diamond Deluxe. I love the embroidery features, but as a regular sewing machine, I especially love the thread cutter that saves thread and some of the specialty feet are awessome for sewing doll clothes.

Erin

December 29, 2017

I use my trust old JC Penney machine that I got when I first went away to college. It was my first big purchase on my own and has lasted me many, many years!

Pat

December 29, 2017

I use regular, embroidery, serger, industrial and home machines I have had the joy of acquiring over the years. The thing I like most about them is having the best machine at hand for any task I tackle..

Vickie

December 29, 2017

I love my Bernini! It has been going strong for 30 years with regular yearly maintenance I& upkeep!

Ruth

December 29, 2017

Until last week I used my mom’s old Viking, the most basic one they made. I just purchased a new Brother 2750. It’s like going from a horse and buggy to a Telsa.

Janet Drewes

December 29, 2017

I use my Brother along with my Bernina serger. The things I like about them easy threader and stitches

SARAH SAMSON

December 29, 2017

I use a very basic Singer sewing machine… The thing I like most about it is the simplicity! Since I mainly use a straight, zig zag stitch and the automatic button hole settings, I don’t need more than a simple machine!

Barbara Gresham

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina 160 purchased in 2000 and I love that it has great stitch quality. I purchased a like new Janome Haromony to use for taking to class and it is also a great machine-I like that it is super easy to thread and sews smoothly.

Erica Smith

December 29, 2017

I use a simple old Brother sewing machine. No bells and whistles because Ican barely handle all the extra stitches it gives on there…as I’m STILL a beginner! Lol just a little true story…I was taught basics as a child but never picked up sewing. About 3 yrs ago My Ma and I were talking about Me “learning” how to sew clothes for my 9 yr old and her dolls. As I couldn’t afford to buy matching sets like some of her friends have. She gets to pick out material and accessories and we’re learning together now. I lost My Ma last August a yr ago and I couldn’t bare sewing for awhile bc I had no one I could call on for help when I got stuck!! Lol which was often! So anyway a few months ago when I was lucky enough to find Pixie Faire I have dragged My sewing machine out and once again begun to work a little on the simple things. Maddi (9 yr old) LOVES absolutely EVERY single pattern…so I sew and cry and know Ma is here with Me while I’m sewing! So many things she made for Me with such love, I now will pass onto My girls! Thanks for the new found inspiration!!!
THANK YOU Cinnamon for the opportunity to win such an amazing prize!

Blessings and Happy New Year,
Erica Smith

Judy

December 29, 2017

I use a Baby Loc machine. I love how easy it is to use.

Xembra

December 29, 2017

Brother SE-400. I love the convenience of switching from embroidery to sewing with just one machine.

Pam

December 29, 2017

I use my Viking #1+ to sew. It’s always sewn very well for me. Don’t know what I’ll do if it ever dies.

Laurie

December 29, 2017

I use a Viking which I love the tension control the best about this machine.

Sue

December 29, 2017

Singer 301

Christin A

December 29, 2017

I use a late 70’s model Kenmore and love that it is a beast. It sews everything and requires little maintenance.

Deb Penn

December 29, 2017

I’ve always had just a regular sewing machine. Right now I’m using a Singer, but I’ve been thinking about getting a new machine that serges. Since most doll clothes call for finished seams that would be nice. But zigzagging works just fine too. The thing I like about it is that it gets the job done. Since I discovered Pixie Faire, that’s all I want to do is make doll clothes, and my sewing machine has helped me create some amazing things!

Kim Tait

December 29, 2017

I use a Kenmore sewing machine. It has a few embroidery stitches on it and does everything I ask it too. I also have a Kenmore serger that I’m learning to use.

Loretta

December 29, 2017

I use a 1955 Singer sewing machine that my mom bought for me when I was in high school. I like it because it only does one stitch. I have recently purchased another Singer machine that is much newer and love it because it has several zigzag stitches that I love.
Thanks

Elizabeth Childs

December 29, 2017

I use a Kenmore sewing machine, and the thing I like best about it is its durability. I have used it for 33+ years.

MARY P

December 29, 2017

I use a babylock. The thing I like most is you can sew anything with it.

Deb

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina Artista 200. The thing I like best is I’m able to embroider also

Maggie

December 29, 2017

I use a Kenmore, that I really enjoy. I’d love the opportunity to have a serger and/or a fancy embroidery sewer too, but I’m happy with a machine that does what I need it to. :-)

bls

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina Sewing/Embroidery machine. I love using it, and have done both sewing and embroidery extensively. My MOST favorite feature of this machine is the needle threading feature. Push a button, and when all goes well, I have a threaded needle.

Sam

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina… The thing I like the most is that it really lasts.

Judy McP

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina. I really like how even and precise the stitches are. Especially when making small things, beautiful stitches make such a difference.

Diana L Vagle

December 29, 2017

I use a 1970 Bernina that has served me VERY WELL for heavy duty sewing and a 6 year old Brother for everything else because it is easier and quicker to thread and to switch stitches.It is also more portable. I do wish the foot control on the Brother (Lightweight plastic) was as heavy as the sturdy metal Bernina one.

Corinne

December 29, 2017

I use a 1986 Kenmore Sewing machine, I like it because it sees through all types of fabrics.

Linda

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother sewing machine.… The thing I like most about it is portable, variety of stitches, easy to use."

Jacqlyn

December 29, 2017

I use a Husqvarna – pretty straightforward machine. I love that the company that makes it also makes chainsaws – it’s got some pretty rugged machinery that keeps it going pretty reliable!

Chris Rusch

December 29, 2017

I use a Kenmore sewing machine. It’s easy to use.

Mary

December 29, 2017

I use Brother. I have three. They each do a different job in my sewing room. They are easy to thread and are real workhorses.

Florence Boderick

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother Computerize Machine]… The thing I like most about it is it is it is quiet and I can regulate the speed to one setting no matter how hard I push the pedal and the settings for my various fabrics are just a button touch away.

Kathy

December 29, 2017

“I use a Singer… The thing I like most about it is that it is reliable.

Kathleen

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother sewing machine, I like the variety of stiches,

Darlene R

December 29, 2017

I have a Bernina that I love because it sews so well consistently! Have had it for 2 years now and hope to get many more out of it!

SandyT

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother machine. I can’t remember the model off the top of my head. My favorite thing about it is automatic buttonholes!!!

Kathy

December 29, 2017

I have a babylock and love most everything about it. I admit that my favorite is the embroidery it does

Beth P

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina Artista 200 (upgraded to a 700). What I like most about it is that I can sew and do machine embroidery with it.

Malvary

December 29, 2017

I use a fairly simple Kenmore machine that does do some fancy stitching but not embroidery. I like it because it is simple

Teresa

December 29, 2017

I use a Baby Lock Destiny sewing/embroidery machine… The thing I like most about it is how easy it is to use and how creative I can be (or at least TRY to be. My great-granddaughter would love this doll and it would be so much fun to sew clothes for!!

TRAUDY CHINNECK

December 29, 2017

I have quite a few vintage and new machines – my go to – always dependable – is an Elna from 1979

Teresa A

December 29, 2017

I use a Singer, for basic sewing. I’ve learned to sew on it, had for a couple of years now. Would you believe I’ve had it five years, started sewing just before my niece was born; I always try to do at least 4-5 projects a year just for her; I call myself a beginner (I might be at intermediate), but I love my machine! The thing I like most about it is ALL the extra stitches that I can do or use on it! I still haven’t used every stitch type that’s available, but I wouldn’t trade it for the world! I also have a Brother Serger, also still learning, just got a Brother SE400 which does embroidery, so my collection of machines keeps growing! Can’t wait to try that one out.

Dorisanne

December 29, 2017

I use an old Bernina sewing machine and I like it because it is dependable.

Dorrie

December 29, 2017

I use two sewing machines – a Kenmore (actually a rebranded Janome) and a Brother Sewing/Embroidery machine. I love them both for their reasonable prices and durability. The Kenmore (named KJ) is fourteen years old, the Brother (‘Brody’) is eight. I can always count on fun and feeling good about what I’m creating with these two !

Debbie

December 29, 2017

I use a Kenmore sewing machine…in fact it’s the second one I’ve owned in 38 years. Nothing was wrong with the first one, I just wanted more decorative stitches to choose from. The thing I like most about it is very dependable and has given me no problems. Oil it, change the needles and adjust the tension and I’m off and sewing!

Susan Blackwell

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother sewing machine and the thing I like most about it is how easy it is to use.Thank you for your great designs that you share!

Cheryl mcartor

December 29, 2017

I use a brother se400. It is new and I am trying to learn everything about it. So far I am loving it.

Vicki Coco

December 29, 2017

“I use a Bernina sewing machine… The thing I like most about it is fast threading and consistent tension. I have had this machine for 30 years and it is still going strong!

Sharon Lee

December 29, 2017

I use a Jonome that I’ve had for almost 20 years. I have a brother serger and I’m still learning to use it. I can straight seam on it but I want to do more like sewing knitted cuffs and neck lines. I like the simplicity of my Jenome. It has a lot of built in stitches especially the hemming stitch. I can’t tell you when I last hand sewed a hem.

kathy s.

December 29, 2017

I sew with an old Husqvarna 60-20: what I like about it is the easy bobbin winding and tight, smooth stitches.

Midge Patterson

December 29, 2017

I use a Pfaff sewing machine and I love it. I like the most about it is the even stitches no matter how thick or thin the fabric . Lovely stitches, a real work horse. I make doll dresses for the granddaughters Samantha doll.

Lillian Young

December 29, 2017

I have a 1968 Kenmor that I dearly love. In all these years I have never had a serious problem with. Keeping it clean and oiled has kept it running. I also have a Singer Serger that I bought in 1977 still runs good.

Joan

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina 440. I like it but don’t love it. I was purchased for the quilting features . I wish I still had my old Bernina 1100 with all the feet and attachments. New isn’t always better. What I love about the bernina is the quality of stitches

Melissa Schreiner

December 29, 2017

The sewing machine I use is an old, basic Singer machine. The thing I love most about it is that it’s the machine my grandma taught me to sew on. When I was 18 she sold it to me for $30. ?❤️

Bonnie

December 29, 2017

“I use a Brother SE400. The thing I like most about it is it is a great machine & it embroiders too.