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Young House Love » Giveaways » Fab Freebie: Sew Simple

| By John Petersik | December 10, 2012 | 10,006 Comments

Fab Freebie: Sew Simple

***This giveaway is now closed – see who won below!***

After clocking 10,000 entries under 24 hours, we’re already back to crown a random winner of the SINGER One sewing machine. The lucky person is… Angela (who says she’s a 1 on the sewing skills scale: “I can sew a straight line, but only if someone threads the machine for me first”). Congrats!

I’ve never touched a sewing machine in my life, but I’ve heard Sherry’s passionate muttering from the next room while using hers. Which is why anything labeled “Our easiest to use machine!” sounds compelling. And we’re so (sew?) excited that Singer is helping us give away a SINGER One – a feature-packed sewing machine that retails for nearly $500 – to one lucky reader! Something about an Automatic Needle Threader and OneTouch stitch selection sounds “approachable.” Plus the 24-available stitch patterns makes me believe you could fake your way into some pretty fancy stuff. Oh, and did we mention that Singer will ship this puppy anywhere in the world?

Singer One Giveaway

  • PRIZE: A SINGER One sewing machine (a $499 value!)
  • TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “SEW ME!” and tell us…
  • BONUS QUESTION: …where do you rank yourself on the sewing skills continuum? Are you a 1 like me (I couldn’t sew my way out of a bag)? A self-proclaimed 3 like Sherry (who could probably make “a wonky bag”)? Or are you more like a 10 (who could not only sew a bag from scratch, but do so blindfolded)?
  • GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, Dec 12th at 8pm EST or at 10,000 entries (whichever comes first)
  • NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
  • PRIZE SHIPS: This giveaway is available worldwide (we always beg every vendor to ship internationally but some companies are not legally able to vend things beyond the US – more on that here).
  • USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday as an update to this post. That’s right, come right back here on Thursday for the announcement of our winner. Good luck…
  • ***COMMENT ISSUES? If you’re trying to enter but keep getting a “duplicate comment” warning, click here to see how to solve it!

Note: We aren’t paid or perked for hosting these giveaways, we just do ‘em to thank you awesome folks for stopping in. See our Giveaway FAQ page for more info. Pics courtesy of SINGER.

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Comments

  1. Katie says

    December 10, 2012 at 7:58 pm

    SEW ME! Probably a 4 or 5? I’ve been borrowing my mom’s machine for a couple years now but she would like it back!

    Reply
  2. Julia says

    December 10, 2012 at 7:58 pm

    SEW ME! I’m probably about a 2. I would love to sew gifts for my friends and kiddos!

    Reply
  3. Nicolle says

    December 10, 2012 at 7:59 pm

    SEW ME!

    I would say I am a 5. I still have a lot to learn but I love to sew.

    Reply
  4. Kim says

    December 10, 2012 at 7:59 pm

    sew me! probably a 4. can sew a straight line and even ventured into making pillows WITH zippers!

    Reply
  5. Marla says

    December 10, 2012 at 7:59 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’d say I’m a 2. I can sew a straight line once the thread is in. :)

    Reply
  6. mel says

    December 10, 2012 at 7:59 pm

    SEW ME!!! I’m a 2.. But I’m sure with this fantabulous sewing machine I could get up to a 3.5 ;)

    Reply
  7. Sarahincola says

    December 10, 2012 at 7:59 pm

    Sew me! Probably a 6, lots of years of 4-H and a talented mother are the only reasons for that 6 though.

    Reply
  8. Nicole says

    December 10, 2012 at 7:59 pm

    Sew me! I wouldn’t even know where to begin but if I had one I would sure learn!

    Reply
  9. Allison W says

    December 10, 2012 at 7:59 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m going to say I’m a 1. I haven’t sewn anything more than a button since junior high but I like to think with the proper equipment I could do more!!

    Reply
  10. Elizabeth F says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:00 pm

    SEW ME!

    I haven’t used one in awhile, so maybe a 3 or 4…I’d love to explore making baby blankets as gifts, etc, and maybe boost that ol’ score. ;)

    -Elizabeth

    Reply
  11. Erin says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:00 pm

    Ohhh, a two…..maybe.

    Reply
  12. sarah says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:00 pm

    SEW ME!!! I would probably be a 5. I can sow on a button and mend things but I’ve been intimidated by sowing machines since 7th grade home ec.

    Reply
  13. Becky says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:00 pm

    SEW ME! I think I’m about a four. I can sew things that usually come out the way I want but I take FOREVER!

    Reply
  14. Rona says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:00 pm

    Sew me!
    I think I’m a 3 as long as I’m sewing something square or rectangle.

    Reply
  15. Miki says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:00 pm

    SEW ME! I’m probably a 2 on a scale of 1-10, but “sew” want to practice on a machine like this!

    Reply
  16. Kira says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:00 pm

    Sew me! I’m probably a 2 :)

    Reply
  17. Johanna says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:00 pm

    Sew me!
    I’d rank myself a 6! I can do a few things :)

    Reply
  18. Marta Davies says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:01 pm

    Sew Me!!

    I’m a 2 (that was wonky.. Right?) on small projects, and a 1.3 on anything big, or that requires straight lines for a good bit.. Like curtains.. I never sew those!

    Reply
  19. Calli says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:01 pm

    Sew me! Please! I’m maybe a 3!

    Reply
  20. Stephanie says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:01 pm

    Sew Me!

    I can sew a straight line, but threading the machine is probably the biggest problem. I’d say a 3 on actual sewing, but I am a competent embroiderer, so…6?

    Reply
  21. Kimmo says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:01 pm

    SEW ME!!!
    I am at a 1, but I am dying
    To learn! What a cool giveaway!

    Reply
  22. Heidi says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:01 pm

    SEW ME! I’m probably a 2, but I’ve really been wanting to get a sewing machine and improve a little.

    Reply
  23. Sara says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:01 pm

    Sew Me!

    I’m probably a 5. I’ve only been sewing for a few years and don’t have a lot of time to commit, but it is fun.

    Reply
  24. Jennie says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:01 pm

    Sew me!!! This is my secret Christmas wish that I so wish I could ask for, if only we weren’t on the new-baby/new-windows-are-the-best-use-of-our-money-so-thats-it-for-each-other-for-Christmas budget! Ahh! Pick me please random number generator! :)

    Reply
  25. Lindsey says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:02 pm

    SEW ME! I’m probably a 3. There have been projects that have turned out great, and other times I’ll make something as simple as a curtain and it’s crooked. Maybe if I had my own sewing machine to practice on I’d start to improve! :)

    Reply
  26. Elizabeth says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:02 pm

    SEW ME! I’m maybe a 6, but that could be pushing it. But I’m learning and I love it!

    Reply
  27. Julie says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:02 pm

    SEW ME!

    Oooo, this is a good one! I’m probably about a 2. I can sew on buttons, along seams, correct fallen hems. This would be a great excuse to experiment beyond the basics!

    Reply
  28. Danielle says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:02 pm

    Sew me!

    I’d put myself at like 4-5 but definitely looking to improve! Speaking of which I need to go sew Christmas stockings :)

    Reply
  29. Crystal says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    SEW ME, but sue me…I can’t sew! Blast! Baby steps!! Have made curtains with the hem tape method and would like to graduate to the (in theory, easier) sewing machine steps! Help!!! Would love to win this and finally move onto the next level of fabric awesomeness!

    Reply
  30. Allyson says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    SEW ME! I’m about a 3….I need a machine to improve my skills! Would love to sew baby clothes…#3 due in June.

    Reply
  31. Amanda Ryan says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    SEW ME! I am definitely a 1, maybe even a .5! but I want to learn! I have pinned so many crafts that include sewing and haven’t been able to bring myself to do them yet.. having a machine would really be a big step in the right direction to getting on any of it. :)

    Reply
  32. Nate says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m definitely a 1… probably a 0. I made a quilt a few years ago with help from my mom, but that’s about it.

    Reply
  33. Emily says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    SEW ME!
    Definitely a 1.

    Reply
  34. Kristin H says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m a 3. I’m ok at hand sewing, but machines…well….let’s just say the last time I tried to use one the machine and I got in a fight, and a seam ripper was sacrificed. I would like to get better though!

    Reply
  35. Kendra Webb says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    SEW ME!
    I love to sew, fingers crossed!

    Reply
  36. Tammy Dowden says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    SEW ME

    I really want a new machine– for Christmas????

    Reply
  37. Kirsten says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    SEW ME!
    I’m not a great sewer but I can hem my own jeans – that’s my best trick! So, I’d say a 3 or 4?
    Hope I win so I can practice some more!

    Reply
  38. Donna says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    SEW ME! I’m about a 3 also.

    Reply
  39. Allyn says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    SEW ME
    Outside of the random buttons I’ve sewn on, I’m probably a -1

    Reply
  40. Heidi says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:04 pm

    Sew Me!!! I think I’m about a 5. I could sew if I really tried to and I know what I’m doing for the most part, but I just don’t do it often enough to remember all the tips and tricks.

    Reply
  41. Judy says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:04 pm

    Sew Me!
    I think I’m like a 3. I can follow a basic pattern, do curtains- things like that. I’m not terribly patient so I try to stick to simple projects that will actually look good!

    Reply
  42. Kyla says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:04 pm

    SEW E!
    Maybe a 2 if we were considering talent . . .
    But if we were grading effort I’d be at least an 8!

    Reply
  43. Lora Greene says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:04 pm

    SEW ME…Holding steady at # 1

    Reply
  44. Tara says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:04 pm

    SEW ME!
    I am a novice, a 3, at best. Though I did manage to make my daughter a really cute pillow once!

    Reply
  45. Robyn g says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:04 pm

    Sew me! I am a 2. For some reason I think I can sew items without completely following the directions and the results are always very interesting. Maybe that beautiful machine will help my skills!

    Reply
  46. Jan Hunyady says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:05 pm

    SEW ME!!!!!!!!

    I love to sew but my childhood sewing machine is on it’s last thread.

    I would say I’m a 5…not a novice but not a pro.

    Reply
  47. Kyla says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:05 pm

    SEW ME!
    Maybe a 2 if we were considering talent . . .
    But if we were grading effort I’d be at least an 8!

    Reply
  48. Janelle says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:05 pm

    sew me!!!! I would say I am a solid 2. My biggest accomplishment yet is a shower curtain where I had to match up chevron stripes and I did it!!

    Reply
  49. Laura says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:05 pm

    SEW ME!
    -1, I can’t even sew a button on straight, but I’d love to learn.

    Reply
  50. wendy says

    December 10, 2012 at 8:05 pm

    SEW ME!!

    I’m pretty much at 11… I can sew a bag blindfolded, and with both hands tied behind my back. Unfortunately, I’m still sewing with my mom’s old machine… I’d be thrilled to be able to replace it.

    Reply
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