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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. Nicole says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    SEW ME!

    I sit on the grass upon where the totem pole stands….that low

    Reply
  2. Michelle Z says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    Sew Me!

    I’d rank myself at a 6. But I’d be a ten if I had a fancy machine!!

    Reply
  3. Jo says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    SEW ME!
    Im a 2. I know how to thread a machine, and thats about it!

    Reply
  4. Tricia says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    SEW ME!
    I would consider myself a 7.

    Reply
  5. Taryn says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    SEW ME! Is there a -10? I’ve never touched a sewing machine in my life, but I really want one! I definitely think I could be in the positive pretty quickly!

    Reply
  6. Andrea says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    SEW ME!!

    I’m a 1 but hopefully this sewing machine could bump me up a few notches!!

    Reply
  7. Holly C says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    SEW ME!
    I have never used a sewing machine but I know how to use a needle and thread at least a little! I have been really wanting to learn to sew and this would make it all possible!

    Reply
  8. Amy G says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    SEW ME!
    I’m a 1, but it’s on my bucket list of things to learn

    Reply
  9. Georgia says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    I’d say 6-7. Usually. But if I’m making clothes I’m a 2. Ha! :)

    Reply
  10. Catherine says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    SEW ME! I have been wanting to learn how to sew so badly, just haven’t gotten my first machine yet :)

    Reply
  11. Heather says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    Sew me!! I’m a three who really, really wants to be a ten!

    Reply
  12. Victoria says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    SEW ME!!!

    I’ll guess I’m similar to Sherry, in that I could probably make a wonky something, so 3!

    Reply
  13. Christina says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    SEW ME!
    I would rank myself a 7, but I know I still have lots to learn and I’m self taught so I’m not sure the experts would agree!

    Reply
  14. Sarah says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    SEW ME! :) I don’t own a sewing machine.. And my sewing? A one! haha Would love to learn though. :)

    Reply
  15. Sarah says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    SEW ME!
    I’m probably a -1. I want to learn so bad, but as of right now I am terrible!

    Reply
  16. Dawn S says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’d say I’m a 6-7. I can sew most things I set out to accomplish, but I tend to wing it as I go, making up patterns rather than following true instructions. I just did some iron-on with sewn-edges matching shirts for my boys for Christmas pictures that turned out pretty well, as well as a fabric birthday banner of pennants, some faux Roman shades for our house, etc.

    I’m about to attempt a jersey knit (stretchy) skirt for myself over the holidays, which will be my first REAL test since I don’t know if my mom’s old 32 year old never-tuned-up machine I borrowed can handle today’s thick elastic thread. I just hope I don’t burn the house down with the old hot machine! Or throw it out the window in frustration… that happens nearly every time I need to sew a straight line on that thing!

    Reply
  17. Keri A says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME! – I would classify myself as a negative 2, while my home ec teacher from middle school would probably tell me I am giving myself too much credit. But, the older wiser me is ready to re-tackle sewing!

    Reply
    • KB says

      December 10, 2012 at 3:47 pm

      Too funny – I just added my very similar comment (and score!) Middle school Home Ec was kind of traumatic, wasn’t it?!

  18. Mia says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    Sew me!
    I’m maybe a 3? Maybe a 2.5…

    Reply
  19. Cheryl Joy says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    Like Ann, I forgot to say SEW ME! And, I totally typed principals… I meant principles, darn.

    Reply
  20. Sarah Hoerst says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    “SEW ME!”
    I’m about a 2- but I did get my “sewing’ badge in Girl Scouts so that should count for something right!

    Reply
  21. Lauren says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    Sew me! I’d say I’m a 2… I could probably sew a wonky bag as well. But nothing fancy schmancy! Although this might motivate me to try!

    Reply
  22. Megan says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME! My husband and I are moving back into our first house (long story…) and I’d love to make new drapes and bedding! This machine would take this girl from a 1 to a 10!

    Reply
  23. Sarah says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME! I’m a 3 (and blaming any lack of progress on my old sewing machine – which just broke today).

    Reply
  24. Lindsey says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME!

    I am a 1 at the moment but would love to practice and move on up!

    Reply
  25. Angela M says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME!
    Im a 2! I’ve used no sew hem tape for curtains and I’ve hand stitched a few birds for a mobile! haha

    Reply
  26. liz says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME!! please. I sew well, probably a 7 with room to improve. check out my cute girly dresses (perfect for Clara!) and fun stuff (like clutches!) on my etsy shop http://www.etsy.com/shop/KnitKnotGumdrop

    Reply
  27. enybe says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    sew me! i am like a 2 but i’ve been wanting to learn!

    Reply
  28. Leah says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m probably around a 2 or 3 now. In high school I went through a crazy sewing phase with my late grandmother’s rickety machine. I had it on the vanity in my bedroom and would stay up late sewing stitches into whatever I could find! I even made a halter-top dress, using a pattern, but it was REALLY tough, and it never did fit me – oh well!

    A friend has recently gotten into sewing and is making her own simple skirts with cute polka-dot fabrics, and I am SEW jealous! (badum-cha)

    Reply
  29. Joelle says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME! I would say about a 4 – I can quilt well have no experience with clothes and such.

    Reply
  30. Bridget says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME! I’m thinking I’m about a 7- I’ve figured out how to sew decently(even made a few things- a dress or two in high school, some pillowcases, a bunch of aprons, matching shirts for cousins, etc). I have so much to learn though! I want to be a master one day!

    Reply
  31. Crystal says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME!

    No sew Seam Tape is my bestfriend :)

    Reply
  32. Colleen says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME!
    Definitely a 1, lol.

    Reply
  33. Brea Testa says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME! I would rank myself as a 2. I was successful in middle school Home Economics class but haven’t touched a sewing machine since!

    Reply
  34. Mindi says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME! A ONE through and through! Would love to learn though!

    Reply
  35. Cate Fernandez says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME! In my mind I think I am about a 6, but in reality I think I am more like a 3 or 4. I love to sew and create things, but my machine and I don’t always get a long. The “easiest to use machine” might be just the thing I need to make me a real 6!

    Reply
  36. Jenna says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME!

    The last time I used my mom’s sewing machine I was at about a 3… I’m curious to see where I am at since then :-)

    Reply
  37. Allyson says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’d say I’m a 5? I just learned to sew this year so I’m still a beginner but I’ve made some fabulous clothes for my kids and have done a bunch of stuff around the house so I’m definitely proficient.

    Reply
  38. Sarah says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME!
    I’m probably a 3 at best. I know how to sew a straight line, but I don’t know how to do anything fanicer than that, although I would love to learn!

    Reply
  39. Ellen says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME! I’m about a 4 or 5 with five granddaughters (so far), I could really use this! I have a Singer from about 1970. For real.

    Reply
  40. Robin says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME!! I’m a 1 for sure, but want to learn!

    Reply
  41. Heather says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME! I’d rank myself a solid 3 on the sewing scale. Pillow covers, curtains, and even the occasional purse make it to ‘acceptable looking’ stage, but I want to learn and make so many more pretty things for my home!

    Reply
  42. Bryanna says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME

    I would rank myself at probably a 2… 5 if my grandma is helping me. Which she usually is. She says I’m good at it, but really, she’s good at helping me! I have an ancient machine right now I attempt to use, I’d love a modern one to learn on so that maybe I can be a 5 on my own.

    Reply
  43. Lynn T. says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME!! I’m a total beginner, but I’ve been dying to learn, and would love a reliable machine!

    Reply
  44. andrea @ my kinda perfect says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME!

    if sherry’s a 3, i’m definitely a 1 or a 2. i haven’t sewed much since junior high’s home economics…but i think i could get the hang of it. especially with a simple machine like that! =)

    Reply
  45. Bethany says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME!!

    Not a beginner but definitely not great – maybe a 4. Just self-taught and I never give up until it looks like what I’m thinking it should look like.

    Reply
  46. lindsay says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME!

    I used to be a 3, but I’m so out of practice from not having a reliable machine that I’m about a 1 these days.

    Reply
  47. Tracey Bartula says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    Sew me! I am a 2-3…I have mastered pillow cases and curtains, but things start getting a little to cray cray with zippers and elastic!!

    Reply
  48. Amanda says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME! I’d say i’m 4-ish. I’ve made some blankets and pillows in my time, but I wouldnt go as far as to call them good. Well, maybe I would. More like good from a distance, but up close you can tell I can’t sew in a straight line to save my life! I sure do have fun trying though :)

    Reply
  49. Jamie Hadady says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME! I’m about a 2 so this machine would be perfect for me!

    Reply
  50. Natalie says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’d say, I am a 4 or 5. I can watch a youtube video or follow instructions like a pro. I don’t think I could make anything up on a whim though.

    Reply
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