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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. brian says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    Im a zero maybe a -3

    Reply
  2. Susanna says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    It’s sad because I was probably a 5 or so when I was about 11 or 12. Now I’m much closer to a 1.

    Reply
  3. kim says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:18 pm

    SEW ME!

    Reply
  4. Jen says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:18 pm

    Sew me! I would say I’m maybe a 2 or 3. I can sew a pillow. Anything that can be flipped to hide my sewing = the only thing I can sew. A straight line? Forget about it.

    Reply
  5. Elaine says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    Sew me! I’m probably about a 3.

    Reply
  6. Lauren W. says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    Sew me!!

    I’m a 1…is there a .5 option, because that may be a better fit. I literally just learned yesterday how to thread the needle on my hand-me-down sewing machine. There’s no where to go but up!

    Reply
  7. Megan says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    SEW ME!!! I’m about a 4- took home ec and made boxer shorts (and actually wore them! remember when it was in fashion for girls to wear boxers??) but haven’t touched one since. So, okay- maybe a 2.

    Reply
  8. Kym V says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m a 1. Yep, loud and proud 1. I do LOVE iron on hem tape though and figure those skills may transfer to a sewing machine because I have curtains to make people ;-) Oh and pillows…lots of pillows that I’m too cheap to buy.

    Reply
  9. Kelly says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    Sew me! I would say I’m a 6 – I’ve made some halloween costumes and this weekend made stockings – but if you get too close then they are obviously homemade and for sure wonky. I’m getting better though!

    Reply
  10. Olivia K says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    Sew me! I’m probably a two, preparing the machine to sew drives me nuts, my younger sister, however, is dying for a sewing machine, I’d be the coolest.

    Reply
  11. KC says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    SEW ME! I’m definitely a 1, but I’d love to have this to learn!

    Reply
  12. Megan says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    Sew Me!!!!!
    I’m maybe a 5, it really depends how much time I have to dedicate to a project.

    Reply
  13. Jude says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    SEW ME! I rank myself as a high 9 :) In high school I made my own prom dress (and I really loved it!) In home economics class all the other girls would come to me and my BFF, Teresa, for help with sewing! I’ve made tons of my kids costumes, those were always my favorite sewing projects.

    Reply
  14. Aji says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    Sew Me!
    I think 4. I can make curtain and pillow covers but I am not sure if I am doing it right way… This machine looks amazing…

    Reply
  15. Jenny says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    SEW ME! I’d give myself an 8. I am great at quilting, not so good at clothing, but I’m learning.

    Reply
  16. Jessica says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    SEW ME!
    I’m a 2 but would like to be better.

    Reply
  17. Maura says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m the worst in the world. Period. But I want to improve.

    Reply
  18. Melissa says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    SEW ME!! I’m a 1. Maybe a 0.

    Reply
  19. Emma says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    Ummm, WOW.

    SEW ME! I’m probably in the range of a 3-4. My grandma has taught me a trick or two, and I’ve made a few pieces of clothing and some curtains. Basically, if it involves sewing in a straight line, I have that ish in the bag! I’ve actually been in the market for a new sewing machine…hope I win :)

    Reply
  20. Audra says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    SEW ME!!!!

    I’m about a 3-4. I can quilt, sort of, and make pillow cases, fix the occasional torn shirt (boyfriend’s while playing basketball with the guys, not from adoring fans). My current machine was basically “given” to me for $20, but the darn bobbin always gets stuck.

    Reply
  21. Jessica D. says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    SEW ME!

    Definitely #1, I can’t even sew on a button.

    Reply
  22. Laura says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    I would say a 7. I can follow a pattern, make up a pattern and I have started doing some quilting under my mother in law’s tutelage. My old singer is about 30 years old and rattles like a jalopy so an upgrade would be awesome!!!!!!

    Reply
  23. Kate says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    SEW ME! I am a zero, but I’d LOVE to learn!

    Reply
  24. Jenny M says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    SEW ME!!!!! I’d say I’m a 2…I made pillows WAAAAAYYYYY back in middle school and I can sew on a button! Mad skills….

    Reply
  25. Shaina says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    SEW ME! I am a beginner but asked for a sewing machine for Christmas so I can get better at my new hobby.

    Reply
  26. Madeline says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    Sew me! Probably 8 – went to the state fair back during my 4-H days.

    Reply
  27. Tara says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    SEW ME!!
    I’m probably a 3 or 4. I just joined the quilting group at my church and I’m starting to absorb some sewing knowledge (and a little church gossip). Currently using a borrowed machine from the 19070’s. Still works great but would love one of my very own! Great giveaway!

    Reply
  28. Jill says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    SEW ME!!

    I’d consider myself a 5 or 6. I can sew fairly well – but nothing to write home about!

    Reply
  29. tab K says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    SEW ME

    I used to see a lot in high school making myself clothes. I see bags and pillows a lot now.

    Reply
  30. Avery says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    Sew Me!

    Confession – my wife got a sewing machine for christmas last year and I used it to make a couple backpacks (I do ultra-light mountaineering) so I’d probably rate myself at a 6 or 7 by now.

    I was going to just have my comment sit in anonymity and let you think Avery was a girl, but I figured I’d ‘fess up for John’s sake.

    Reply
  31. Kelly says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    SEW ME (please!)… oh man, I’m about a 5 on the scale but I do everything by hand because I don’t have machine. That being said, I’m pretty good w/a needle! This Singer looks awesome.

    Reply
  32. Jessica Hicks says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    Sew me!!!

    Definitely a 0… Never sewed a thing but would Love to learn!

    Reply
  33. Joy says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    SEW ME!

    1 on hand sewing and 0 on the sewing machine.

    One of my goals in life however is to learn how to use the sewing machine to make my own curtains. :)

    Reply
  34. Beth Lewis says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    Sew Me! I’d say I’m a 4. I like to sew straight lines, curtains and pillows and stuff, but definitely not clothes.

    Reply
  35. jenny says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    sew me! i’m maybe a 5-6….i sometimes have bad days where impatience gets the best of me and nothing goes right, but i’ve also made a quilt and some other non-beginner projects with success…..and always looking to improve :)

    Reply
  36. Kara says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    SEW ME!

    Reply
  37. Evonne says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    SEW ME!

    I can tackle those sneaky holes in pockets with needle and tread but my sewing machine skills are a definite 1… would love to get some practice!

    Reply
  38. Sarah says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    SEW ME! I’d say I’m about a 3… I can make simple, simple, SIMPLE things, but am too intimidated to try anything hard… yet!

    Reply
  39. GingerMae says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    SEW ME! I am great at reattaching buttons.

    Reply
  40. Shawna says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    “SEW ME”. Even though in my mind I am a ten and have an invite to fashion week, sadly I must admit I am a 3, on a good day.

    Reply
  41. Laurie says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    John, sewing machines are just another power tool. You should get in there and give it a go!

    Reply
  42. Stefanie says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    SEW ME!

    I started learning to sew from my grandma last year, and I think I can now call me a 3. But still have no own sewing machine :/

    Reply
  43. Krystal Pound says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    SEW ME! I’m probably a step above Sherry, at a 4, because I don’t cuss and or fuss whenever I’m near my sewing machine, but I could make a pretty wonky bag.

    Reply
  44. Jenn says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    Sew Me! I am around a 4; I can hold my own but prefer straight lines and easy patterns!

    Reply
  45. Chelsea says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m a 0.0 ha ha – But I really do want to learn/teach myself.

    Reply
  46. Amy says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    Sew me!

    I can sew buttons and hem pants.

    Reply
  47. Jacqueline R says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    SEW ME….I’d put myself somewhere around a 6 or 7. I am mostly self-taught, so I would call myself an expert. However, I have had lots of practice over the years and have tackled some bigger projects.

    Reply
  48. Sonya says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    Sew Me!

    I’m the wife of the guy who makes backpacks…and it’s true, he’s probably a 6 or a 7 while I’m closer to a 4 or a 5…

    Reply
  49. Raazia says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    Sew me.
    I’m definitely between 3-4.

    Reply
  50. Alise says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    SEW ME! I think I can sew a straight line… but I haven’t touched a sewing machine in about 10 years so all bets are off! :-)

    Reply
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