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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. Tracey says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:25 pm

    Sew me!

    I’m a 1, but I’m determined to learn! It’s on my life list.

    Reply
  2. Lise says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:25 pm

    Maybe a 2 (on a good day).

    Reply
  3. Megan says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:25 pm

    SEW ME! I’m probably at a -10 on the sewing scale- it’s sad really. But it’s always been on my bucket list to learn and become good at it!

    Reply
  4. Jessica says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:25 pm

    Sew me!

    I have never sewn before but am signed up for some classes at a great local yarn & fabric shop and am very excited to learn.

    Reply
  5. Stephanie says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:25 pm

    SEW ME!

    Definitely a 1. My husband is actually the sewer in our house and he would love this machine!

    Reply
  6. Rowena says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:25 pm

    “SEW ME!”
    Like so many, I too am a 1 but would like to do better!

    Reply
  7. Mayde says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:25 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m definitely a 1, but I’d love to learn more!

    Reply
  8. Yvonne says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    SEW ME! I rate a 1, but have wanted to sew for a long while.

    Reply
  9. Lisa C. says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    SEW ME!

    Reply
  10. Andrew Y says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    I am a 1… never sewed a day in my life but I really like quilts.

    Reply
  11. Vicki Mc says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    Sew Me! I’m a 3 – but usually I just pass everything off to my MIL to sew for me!

    Reply
  12. Amita says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    Sew Me, Please!

    I’m definitely a 1. My mother once sewed a skirt to the carpet. These are the genes I’m working with. Please help.

    Reply
  13. Andrea says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    SEW ME!

    I could probably sew two pieces of fabric together if I really tried. I stink :(

    Reply
  14. Kari Nesbitt says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    SEW ME! I am about a 2 on the sewing scale! I hope to get better and with this new Singer, I could be a 10!

    Reply
  15. Jane says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’d rank maybe a 3 – hand sewing, yes (I’ve hand sewn a few Chrismas presents this year!)but I’d definitely need some practice with that fab machine.

    Merry Christmas from England & thanks for arranging an international giveaway for your overseas fans!

    Reply
  16. Casey says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m a rookie but I helped my aunt make my college t-shirt blanket. I would like to make one for my brother as a present! :)

    Reply
  17. Cindy says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    SEW ME!!! I”m probably about a 3… good enough to thread the machine & sew some straight lines! I really keep finding things I would love to sew, but no machine to do it on!

    Reply
  18. Katie H says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m probably a 7- making clothes that are wearable, and some I love, but NOT QUITE perfect…

    Reply
  19. Emily Benz says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    SEW ME!!

    I am definitely a 1!! A newbie who wants to learn how to sew to create fabulous decor items for our new home that we’re DIY updating. I’ve never sewed anything or used a sewing machine myself.

    Reply
  20. Jennifer says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    Sew me!

    I’ll rate myself as a 2. I can sew a straight line, but need practice to do anything more complicated.

    Reply
  21. JessicaB says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    SEW ME! My skill level is definitely around 1-2. I have made pillow covers and a skirt with lots of help from my Grandmother, who is basically, a professional. Hoping to be like her someday!

    Reply
  22. Becky says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    SEW ME! I’m a 1….haven’t used a sewing machine in my adult years at all. Would love to have one and learn though!

    Reply
  23. S.C. says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    “SEW ME!”

    I can sew a button … kind of.

    Reply
  24. Stephanie says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    SEW ME! :)

    i’m about a 2, but it’s definitely addicting! :)

    Reply
  25. Erin P says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    SEW ME!!

    I had a sewing machine in middle school, and I never got past the “beginner” stage. So I’m definitely a 1. I would love love love to get a sewing machine and become a sewing connoisseur!

    Reply
  26. Lindsay Marjoram says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    SEW ME!!
    I would rank myself a 6 on the sewing scale- I learned how to machine sew very early from my grandmother and took sewing classes as an elective in high school (pretty sure they don’t still offer that?) but have not been formally trained passed the basics. I inherited my grandmother’s machine when she passed away and the machine is now almost 20 years old. I could really use a new machine so I don’t work the old one too hard!

    Reply
  27. Lindsay @ OffFor the Season says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    SEW ME!
    I’m about a zero but I did ask Santa for a sewing machine. Maybe by Valentine’s day I’ll be a 4?

    Reply
  28. David says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    SEW ME!”

    I would say I am pre-novice – at least a year from being able to produce anything of value, but man will I try!

    Reply
  29. Natasha M says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    SEW ME! I’d say a 6 or so. Can’t handle button holes!

    Reply
  30. Jenn says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME!

    I know enough to be able to alter my own clothes, and I’ve made some simple purses. I’ve sewn curtains too! So I’m probably around a 5. I’d love a new machine. I have so many projects up my soon-to-be-sewn sleeve! (Hee Hee!)

    Reply
  31. Sira says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME! I’m pretty good, but I’d be better with if I had a machine.

    Reply
  32. Kristen S says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME!
    I wouldn’t say I am a 10 (blindfolded sewing sounds like it might be a tad dangerous…) so I am going to give myself a 7. Mom taught me how to sew as a kid, and its a great skill to have!

    Reply
  33. Matt says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME!!
    2….definitley a 2….

    Reply
  34. Lindsay says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME!!

    I’m a -2. I’ve never used a sewing machine and have tried to hem pants by hand, only to have them fall apart after a day. I would love to learn though!

    Reply
  35. Cher says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME! I’m about a 5. I grew up helping my mom to sew, so I’d be able to sew a nice window in my paper bag, but would probably be thwarted when I tried to embroider curtains.

    Reply
  36. Shira says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME! Id probably identify myself as a 3. I know how to sew basic things, but don’t have a machine to practice on. It’s on my holiday wish list!

    Reply
  37. Chris says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m more around a 2. I’m better by hand than with a sewing machine. I’d probably be better if my grandmother hadn’t told me the horror story of a sewing machine needle going through her thumb when she worked in a garment factory before she got married. Now I’m pretty much scared of sewing machines.

    Reply
  38. Ellen says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m in the 2-2.5 right now, but am gunning for a new sewing machine so I can rocket up to a sewing super star. And considering my bad luck buying used sewing machines, this would be AMAZING to win!

    Reply
  39. Heather says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME!!

    I would put myself at about a 2 or a 3. If the machine is set up for me, I can use it! But maybe I am giving myself too much credit… I probably really am a 1.2 – 2! :)

    Reply
  40. Sarah says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    Sew me!

    I’m definitely a 1, but my mom is much higher on that scale so I feel like genetics might just kick in if I sit down in front of a sweet sewing machine!

    Reply
  41. MK says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME!

    I am a 2 but hoping to advance my skills in 2013! My mom took up quilting after retirement and has sparked my interest in the hobby. So far I’ve only completed a couple table runners but am hoping to tackle my first quilt next year.

    Reply
  42. Emily says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME!!! (Please :D )

    I’d put myself around a 4.5. I made a quilt once and stitched most of it by hand, there were some complicated pieces too (spandex going into canvas, eek!). Although I won’t ever attempt to sew clothing, I’m pretty sure it’d get wonky quickly!

    Reply
  43. Shannon W says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m about a 4-5 depending on what I’m trying to tackle. Thanks!

    Reply
  44. Kelli Yates says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME!

    I would say I am a 3. I have made a t-shirt quilt before (all straight lines) but if the thread breaks or something wonky happens… I am in trouble…

    Reply
  45. Stephanie says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME!!

    I’m definitely a 1, aspiring to be a three. I think if I were to attempt a wonky bag, I’d probably manage to sew myself into it!

    Reply
  46. Connie H. says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME!

    I would say I’m a 91/2. I use to sew a lot of my clothes and my kids clothes when they were little. That was 35 years ago. Now I sew quilts for the grandkids.
    Would love to have a new machine.

    Reply
  47. Lina says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME!

    I would say 8 or 9!

    Reply
  48. Tiffany says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    Sew me!
    I am definitely a 1….. now, i use to be around a 5. but i haven’t touched a sewing machine sense high school, but I’ve been meaning to get one sense high school…maybe that should become a “DUDE GET ON THAT” thing this year for me.

    Reply
  49. Kristy says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m about a 5. I’ve made usable things, but sewing from a pattern confuses me.

    Reply
  50. Vanessa says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    Sew me. And I am a solid 0. But I have been dying to start trying!

    Reply
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