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A Brides Best Gift – Sewing Machine

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I believe a sewing machine is another bride, “Best Gift”. There are so many simple things you can do to spruce up a new home, add to your wardrobe, etc., inexpensively if you have a sewing machine. And, by sewing things yourself you can get just the right colors and design for your project.

I know this seems like an expensive item and it is. But… as I’ve shared before, go in with other family members to purchase this Best Gift item. Most people would love to know what to get the bride and even more excited to pitch in on something that will be loved, used, and cherished for years.

Our oldest daughter left home with a Janome DC2010 that was purchased from “The Top Stitch” our local fabric store. It was purchased for about $500.00. She loves it!  It’s a great machine for a beginner or intermediate seamstress and can be used for anything: crafts, clothing and other household items.  It’s so fun to go to her house and see the things she has done with some fabric and her machine.

I taught my girls to sew while they were growing up. However, it’s easy to get into an adult sewing class. Most shops that sell machines have beginning sewing classes. Don’t let not knowing how to sew hold you back if you think it’s something you just might enjoy. Plus, why throw out a piece of clothing if all it needs is a simple repair? My machine has saved me lots of money over the years.

Eryn’s friend Hannah even came over and used it to sew a baby blanket for one of her friends. It’s a very purposeful gift (oh how I love purposeful)  that you can have a lot of fun with by yourself, and with others. My girls and have talked about taking a sewing project workshop class at our local sewing  store, The Top Stitch. They have the cutest projects to do.  And… Carrie, the owner, is as sweet as they come.

This hasn’t happened yet, but it will. We are currently doing something else once a month together (Heritage Makers), I’ll share on that later. Getting together with my married daughters has been such a blessing! I’m so thankful they want to hang out with me. :)

Are you planning a get-together with your married daughters or maybe daughters-in-law? I hope so, they need us and I know I love to spend time with them.

So,  get this “Best Gift” and stay connected!

Teri :~)

Mother Of The Bride ~ Sewing Machine Search

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If you are a DIY (do-it yourself) type person, you probably have a sewing machine in the house.  I have an old 830 Bernina that was handed down to me from my mother. It was used when she purchased it for herself. I love this machine. The bobbin thread never (ok, I can’t remember the last time) runs out until I’m at the end of my seam, nice!

The last time I had it serviced they said I’d probably need a new one soon. They have to find parts from other machines to keep mine together. It fell on the floor once and the thread holder broke off. They replaced it with one that is barely tall enough to hold the thread. Why did it fall on the floor? I have children…enough said?!

When my daughters were little I sewed dresses for them, doll clothes, blankets and other crafty things for around the house. As my daughters got older they began to use my machine and sew also. They did projects  in 4-H and even entered them in our local fair.

I want  my daughters to have their own sewing machine by the time they get married or leave our home. I have used mine so much from the beginning of my married life I’m sure it would be a very used and helpful tool.

My married daughter left with a  nice machine we purchased used from a quilting shop. It’s a Huskavarna Viking – The Lily 545. She is now using it to sew baby blankets, spit rags and changing table pads for her baby boy due this June.

My next daughter will leave the end of July. I am on a quest to find her the perfect sewing machine before she leaves. This so far has not been an easy task. If you ask people what they have and what they like no one brand stands out! And some brands have been good but there is a lemon thrown in here and there. Ugh!

My plan is to hit the sewing machine stores in town as well as the quilting and fabric stores. I’ll ask lots of questions and then try and make a good choice. It doesn’t have to be a new one I guess. Just a nice one that will last her for a long time. She is a beginner and will be sewing fun and easy things, probably goodies for the  house they are hoping to purchase.

Have any of you  bought a new machine in the $400.00 price range that you just love?

Searching…  Teri :~