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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. Amanda C says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME! Please!

    I’ve been pricing and researching machines for the past two years and just haven’t taken the plunge yet! I’m not that good, but with a decent machine to practice on, I could get good!

    Reply
  2. Rosemary C. says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME! I am probably a 4 or 5. I do really well with baby blankets or bibs. Curtains or pillows-things that mostly require straight lines :)

    Reply
  3. Kate says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    Ooh, a definite 2. I can just about sew a straight line!

    Reply
  4. Stephanie says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m a solid 4. I was able to sew some felt burger toppings pretty easily! I am wary any “advanced” sewing projects, though.

    Reply
  5. Travis T. says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME! I am a professional amateur.

    Reply
  6. Lindsey says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    Sew me!!

    Oh dear. I do need this. I have outgrown my first sewing machine. I would say I’m about a 6-7 on the sewing scale. I’m well past beginner, but not quite an expert.

    Reply
  7. Liliana says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!!! I’m a beginner at sewing but I just recently got interested in it. Love this giveaway!

    Reply
  8. Windylou says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME! I’d put myself at around a 6 or so. My stepdaughter is interested and this would be an AWESOME gift for her! She’s at a 0-1, so all the automatic features would totally help her.

    Reply
  9. Whitney says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME! I’m a 2, but am hoping to practice more. This would be fabulous help! :-)

    Reply
  10. Crystal says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    I’m a 1, but my Mom is probably a 7 and could really use a new machine!

    Reply
  11. Lisa K. says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    Sew me the machine! Considering I don’t own a machine (it’s on my Christmas list) I’d rank myself below a one with a machine but a five with a needle and thread!

    Reply
  12. Gabriella @ Our Life In Action says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME! I would definately say a 3 – I am able to sew two pieces of material together whether they morph into anything useful is something totally different ;-)

    Reply
  13. mariana says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m around a 4. I’m still getting comfortable with a sewing machine and different stitches but I feel I could tackle a tutorial for something smallish? haha

    Reply
  14. Ellen says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m probably about a 3 also. I took some classes when I was little and could make pillows, tote bags, and even made an outfit for myself. But I haven’t done it in a while so I’m definately rusty.

    Reply
  15. Siri from Norway says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m pushing 4 and need something like this beauty to help me! It’s limited what I can do on my mother’s first sewing machine..

    Reply
  16. Elisa says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    Sew me!

    I’d say a solid 4. Does that mean I’m still sewing straight lines? But they’re GOOD straight lines!

    Anywho, my sewing machine broke just before our little was born a few months ago. Sadness!

    Reply
  17. Alleene Smith says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME! I used to sew professionally, and was probably a 9 or 10 back then, but now that I sew only occasionally, my skill level has slipped to a 6 or 7, which is fine. I’m not anal about it anymore.

    Reply
  18. Angie says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    sew me! I’m probably a 6. I’ve been sewing since I was a child, and had a sewing mother and grandmother. My mom made all the dresses for my wedding!

    Reply
  19. Bethany says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME! I’d say I’m maybe a 4 or 5 – I can do basic stuff, but if you try and get me to follow a pattern, I’ll get lost!

    Reply
  20. Erynn says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!
    I’m a 0 but my husband is at least a 7. He’s a whiz at tailoring all his own clothes and making pretty bags for me.

    Reply
  21. Katrina says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    i’d say a 5, i can make a bag that is functional, but not anything special.

    man i would love a sewing machine!!

    Reply
  22. Katy S says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME! I would rate myself a 3 possibly 4.

    Reply
  23. Bethany says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    I love sewing, although I often use methods that are neither precise nor conventional…sometimes to my mom’s chagrin. Whatever works!

    Reply
  24. Jessica says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    “SEW ME!”

    I am probably a 3 or 4, but I’ve only tried my hand at curtains.

    Reply
  25. Kate M says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    I was a self-proclaimed sewing whiz in high school home ec, but haven’t touched a sewing machine since. Now, 17 years later and two kids at home, I’ve started to feel the itch to get sewing again.

    Reply
  26. Christopher says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    Sew me!

    Totally a 0. But something like this would be a great way to want to learn!

    Reply
  27. Laura says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m an 8, but my current machine is a 5 – and older than me!

    Please Please Please pick me!!

    Reply
  28. Cheryl says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    Reply
  29. Laura says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    Sew me! I am a 0, but everyone has to start somewhere, right?

    Reply
  30. Valerie says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME! I’ve never touched a sewing machine, but am ready to tackle it and make some curtains!

    Reply
  31. Bethanie says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME! I would be a 1 on that scale. But with my Grandmas help I think i could learn!

    Reply
  32. Shaye C. says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    I made a backpack in 7th grade. It was awesome!

    Reply
  33. Melissa says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME! I’d say I’m a 2… not too savvy of a sewer…

    Reply
  34. Theresa says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’d say I’m a solid 3.

    Reply
  35. Karly says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!!

    I am about a 6, I can sew a straight line, but also just dangerous enough to make most people pull their hair out. :)

    Reply
  36. Jeff says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m probably a 3-4 on a 10 scale. Unfortunately in our household, that makes me much better than my better half. We could use this to “practice” up and teach each other.

    Reply
  37. Jen says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m a solid 1 on the sewing scale. But I’m looking to learn!

    Reply
  38. Christine says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    SEW ME! I am probably about a 6.

    Reply
  39. Amy says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    SEW ME!
    I’m a 1 for sure! Hemming tape has become my friend :/

    Reply
  40. Kati says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    SEW ME!!! I would say I’m a 2…I can sew a button back on…that’s about it.

    Reply
  41. Chelle says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    SEW ME! I’d say I’m in the 4ish category on a good day.

    Reply
  42. Shelly Losee says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    II need this! I’m totally a one, but I dream of being a 10! I kinda crafty and have been planning to buy a sewing machine to repurpose old clothes.

    Reply
  43. Ashley says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    SEW ME!

    I am maybe a 1. My experience consists of watching my mom work her magic on an old Singer.

    Reply
  44. Andrea says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    “Sew Me!” I’m severely out of practice, so probably in the 3-4 range.

    Reply
  45. Liz says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    Sew Me!

    I’m around a 4 I think (thanks to a few lessons) and would love this machine to sew a few items for our first baby due May 2013!

    Reply
  46. Michele says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    Sew Me! I last used a sewing machine in middle school to make scrunchies (it was the 80s) and would love a second shot to make something a bit more, um, sophisticated. :)

    Reply
  47. Caroline says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    SEW ME! I am a 1 on the sewing scale, as in I’ve never used a sewing machine in my life, but would love to take a course and do some crafts for my wedding.

    Reply
  48. Lisa says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    SEW ME! I am a 1, but I would like to be higher on the sewing scale :).

    Reply
  49. Lisa K. says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    SEW ME!
    Sew me the machine! Considering I don’t own a machine (it’s on my Christmas list) I’d rank myself below a one with a machine but a five with a needle and thread!

    Reply
  50. Claire says

    December 10, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    SEW ME!
    I’m a one but I have projects for days if I ever get my hands on a sewing machine!

    Reply
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