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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. Erin says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:07 pm

    sew me! i’d say i’m a 5. i can make things off the top of my head i’ve also followed patterns, but simple ones.

    Reply
  2. Leah says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:07 pm

    SEW ME!! I’d say I’m about a 5–pretty good, but still end up yelling at the sewing machine sometimes :)

    Reply
  3. Amanda says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    SEW ME! I really hate number scales (they’re so subjective!) but I’d say I’m maybe a 7 or 8 on a sewing skill scale, based on what everyone else is saying. I can make pretty much anything I want to make (if it doesn’t have a zipper) but I don’t really have tons of experience. Mostly, I learn by trial and error and looots of internet help. I have a machine (an ancient beast) but it’s temperamental and needs lots of coddling.

    Reply
  4. Michelle says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    SEW ME! I am a long term beginner. Can sew a straight seam but button holes and zippers give me the hives! Needless to say, my projects involve costumes for the kids with a lot of elastic!

    Reply
  5. Dylan says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    SEW ME!

    I can use a needle and thread, but that’s about it.

    Reply
  6. Meghan says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    Pretty please!! I’m an aspiring 2.. I love to hand-sew but haven’t cracked a sewing machine since high school. I’m dying to learn and I’d love this beauty for my very own!! Thank you for the chance:)

    Reply
  7. Mia Pham says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    SEW ME! I’m about a 2. I could sew, but only if my life depended upon it. :-)

    Reply
  8. Vipula Gopal says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    Sew Me!

    I think I’m a 2 :)

    Reply
  9. Carly says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    SEW ME!

    oooh, I would sew shower curtains–straight lines–

    Reply
  10. Juli says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    SEW ME!
    Most definitely a 1…

    Reply
  11. Missy says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    SEW ME! Not a big sewer currently, but who knows, maybe I’ll embrace the homemaker inside!

    Reply
  12. Eva says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    SEW ME
    I am at the most a 1. But as things are getting seriously difficult here in Spain, I will have to train and become a 3.

    Reply
  13. Barbie says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    SEW ME !!!

    I am a zero. I don’t know how to sew, but I need to learn!

    Reply
  14. Melissa says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    Sew Me! I’ve never sewn before, but it’s on my 30 before 30 list!

    Reply
  15. Beshie says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    SEW ME!

    Hmmm? I used to sew all (!) my clothes when I was in my twenties and low on cash — I even made my wedding dress. Now . . . not so much. Maybe it’s because I inherited a sewing machine that was my great aunt’s? Ancient — cool-looking — but ancient. So, maybe a 5 down-graded from an original 8 1/2.

    Reply
  16. Rina says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    SEW ME!

    I am a ZERO! Never sewn a thing before in my life which is why this machine looks perfect to me! Dying to make some roman blinds for my study nook so need all the help I can get!!

    Reply
  17. Colleen says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    SEW ME! I’d say I’m a 4.5. Ready and willing to learn more!

    Reply
  18. Jayna says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    SEW ME!

    Probably a 3 – can usually figure it out, but seem to need the seam ripper tool with every project.

    Reply
  19. Alyssa says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    SEW ME!

    I consider myself a 3…sewing pillowcases for xmas presents this year…next year aprons??? we’ll see

    Reply
  20. Rockys Mama says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    SEW ME! I am probably a 2, but fancy myself a 4 or 5 because of the sewing class I took about 25 years ago! haha

    Reply
  21. Lindsey Judge says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    SEW ME!
    I think I am currently a 1 when it comes to sewing machines, however, I might have potential with an amazing sewing machine!

    Reply
  22. candice says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    SEW ME!!! I would be a 1..wish I was a 4 or 5.

    Reply
  23. Caroline says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    SEW ME! I am a 3 like Sherry. I made some curtains for our home. They’re wonky like the theoretical bag, but they work!

    Reply
  24. beth says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    I’m a 1. But it’s because I don’t have a sewing machine. If I got one, I’m sure I’d become a 10 in no time!

    Reply
  25. Ashley says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    Sew me!

    I’m a 1.5, but I can be a 10!

    Reply
  26. Kelly says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    SEW ME!

    With a mom who is a fabulous machine art quilter, I wish I could say some of her skills were passed down to me…but I’m probably a 3 as well!

    Reply
  27. Cathie says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    SEW ME! I’m about an 8 with my old, old Singer and would love something new!

    Reply
  28. Nichole says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    SEW ME. 1 or 2, I have taken a sewing class & made a bag, but not without lots of hand holding. Also I am terrified of the giant needle so close to my fingers!

    Reply
  29. Cassie Zimmerman says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    SEW ME!

    1. For sure. BUT my best friend is an aspiring seamstress so I if I’d won I’d gift her this sewing machine and expect her to do all of my future sewing!

    Reply
  30. cathy says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    I’m around a 7, but only because I am so OLD.
    Age does bring experience.

    Reply
  31. Sue says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    Sew Me! I’m a 2 or a 3 but I’m definitely trying to get better!

    Reply
  32. kate says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    SEW ME!

    I think I’m a solid 6. Good enough for me, but probably not anyone else. (Read: uneven lines, mismatched threads…)

    Reply
  33. Caitlin says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    SEW ME!
    Probably a 2, it’s been a while since I used a sewing machine, it would constantly jam and hand sewing was almost faster!

    Reply
  34. LauraE says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    SEW ME!
    Definitely a 1 right along with ya Sherry!

    Reply
  35. Theresa says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    SEW ME
    I’d rank myself a solid 5 – in high school I was able to follow patterns to make pj pants and a fleece vest in sewing class. Now my skills need more practice which is why this machine will come in handy!! My little girl would love some handmade clothes and my windows need shades!!

    Reply
  36. Sarah says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    SEW ME!!! I’m about a 7, I love to sew but am self taught and still could learn a lot but a new fancy sewing machine would help with that.

    Reply
  37. Cassie says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    Sew Me!

    In high school/college I was probably a 7. I even made my own swimsuit once. Now, however… I’d give myself a solid 4.5

    Reply
  38. Sam says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’d consider myself a 2. I can sew a button on or patch a pair of jeans *just* well enough to not expose myself to strangers :-).

    Reply
  39. Charlie says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m a 2.5 – 3. I am half way through a kite bag and have made a mistake and abandoned it for now… :-S

    Reply
  40. Jeannie Riess says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    SEW ME!!

    I’m 3 yearning to be a 7… and I just know I have it in me if I had the right sewing machine :)

    Reply
  41. Becky says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    SEW ME!I think I would consider myself somewhere around a 2 or a 3. My Grandma has taught me a few things here and there but when Im on my own things end up a little off. :)

    Reply
  42. Kristin says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    SEW ME! I am a 4. I made a duvet comforter a long time ago. I would love a machine to do projects like pillow covers and window coverings. Pick me random generator!

    Kristin

    Reply
  43. Tiffany A. says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    SEW ME…. I would have to be a 3, I would sew some in high school but I haven’t sewn anything in so long! This would be great to start learning again!

    Reply
  44. Kristen says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    Maybe a 7. I have been working hard on improving my skills, but still more to learn!

    Reply
  45. katrina says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    sew me! I am probably a 1, but if I won I would gift this to my mom! she is an 8 or 9 and her machine just broke!

    Reply
  46. Rachel says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    SEW ME!

    I’m probably a 5. I can make a mean pair of pajama pants, and skirts, but things more complicated than that give me problems. It doesn’t help that my current sewing machine is 40+ years old, and only does a straight stitch.

    Reply
  47. Cris Tewksbury says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    SEW ME! I am an impatient seamstress with a 5-6 ability rating. Love automatic machines- less work for me!

    Reply
  48. Lori H says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    SEW ME! I am a one. Had sewing in Home Ec years ago, but now only sew on buttons. After a while of reading blogs, I think I COULD sew. So count me in please!

    Reply
  49. Kate says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    SEW ME!

    I would say probably around a 6-7. I just finished my second quilt but am now dealing with a broken sewing machine!

    Reply
  50. Julie Strobel says

    December 10, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    SEW ME! I used to be a 3, but I’ve backslid to a 1.

    Reply
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