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Unplggd Thursday Giveaway: Singer Curvy 8763 Sewing Machine

080708singercurvygiveaway01.jpgProduct: Singer Curvy 8763
Value: $299.99

Description: The Singer Curvy 8763 sewing machine was recently tested and reviewed by Peter, and now we're giving one of these serious piece of computerized sewing machinery to one lucky winner. 30 stitch patterns, 2 styles of fully automatic, 1-step buttonholes, with a focused 3-LED lighting system guarantee your DIY doesn't turn into a me-oh-my project. Read the details below to enter....

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How to Enter: To enter this Thursday Giveaway, please leave a comment below telling us some of the sewing projects you might tackle with the Singer Curvy 8763 Sewing Machine. The contest begins today and ends NEXT Tuesday on August 12th, at MIDNIGHT ET. We will choose one winner at random.

Rules: Please, only one entry per person per giveaway post. Duplicate entries will be discarded.

Winners must claim their prize within three business days after the date of notification of such prize. A Sweepstakes winner's failure to respond to the prize notification within the specified three business days will be considered such Sweepstakes winner's forfeiture of the prize and an alternate winner may be selected from the pool of eligible entries. If an entrant is found to be ineligible, an alternate winner may also be selected from the pool of eligible entries.

To enter, you must be a U.S. resident, age 18 or older to enter. Employees, partners and vendors of Apartment Therapy and their immediate family members are not eligible to enter. We will disqualify any entries that we believe are generated by scripts and other automated technology. When applicable, the winner may be required to execute and return within five business days an Affidavit of Eligibility and a Liability and Publicity Release to be eligible for the prize or an alternate winner will be selected.

All prizes will be awarded. No substitutions including for cash are permitted, except that Apartment Therapy reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater monetary value for any prize. Winners shall be responsible and liable for all federal, state and local taxes on the value of their prize. To receive a complete list of winners or a copy of the Official Sweepstakes Rules, send a self-addressed stamped envelope to Apartment Therapy, 22 Howard Street #4i, New York, NY 10013.

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a dress for my partner to wear in the wedding party in a friend's upcoming wedding. I may have bit off more than I can chew.

posted by amt230 on 2008-08-07 13:47:02
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I'll be tackling all kinds of home stuff, after moving to a new apt in the fall. Duvet covers, curtains, pillows, and who knows I might even try my hand at clothing.

posted by kappenbrink on 2008-08-07 13:51:34
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Onesies and shirts and whatnot for my new baby.

posted by thesteph on 2008-08-07 13:52:29
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My wife makes "Cute Dolls" with an archaic sewing machine she inheritied from her grandmother. It knows two things: one stitch and mangling fabric.

A new machine would make way for myriad more cute stuffed things.

posted by SredniV on 2008-08-07 13:52:46
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I have a costume contest I'm going to in about six months, and I had a really elaborate costume planned (18th century French silk dress with steampunk overtones). Realizing the insane amount of work it was about to be subjected to, my very old sewing machine finally threw its proverbial hands up and completely quit on me! A pretty new Singer would be just what the doctor ordered. :)

posted by Allsunday on 2008-08-07 14:00:29
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I would be sewing all my own Tribal/Gothic Bellydance costumes rather than buying them all.

posted by Illianna on 2008-08-07 14:04:44
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clothes and curtains! i even have the fabric...just no means of sewing it...blargh!

posted by kdkaboom on 2008-08-07 14:05:14
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1. A pillow cover for our bedroom
2. A banner for a birthday party
3. A matryoshka for our baby
4. A bonnet for our girl
5. A quilt for our boy
6. A zippered pouch for me
7. A partridge in a pear tree

Thanks for the fabulous giveaway!

posted by Erin H. on 2008-08-07 14:07:41
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There are a few fabric patterns that I have coveted for a while but haven't purchased because I don't have anything to sew them with. First up would be new curtains, then possibly a slipcover for my couch!

posted by caitlen315 on 2008-08-07 14:08:58
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So not to give away too much information but I have a little problem wherein anytime I squat down my pants split in the crotch and seam on the rear. So it would be nice to be able to just sew them back up rather than pitch them out. Hook me up!

posted by jaosnjulien on 2008-08-07 14:09:15
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I'd like to make a new duvet cover for my bed. Something a little more masculine than the things I have found so far.

posted by tchiesa on 2008-08-07 14:12:50
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OMG! My wife would absolute love this! Curtains! Cloths for our 2 children! Blankets! Costumes!

posted by souk1501 on 2008-08-07 14:17:08
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baby clothes!

posted by rsmtl on 2008-08-07 14:21:01
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We will make clothes for our 1 yr. old daughter, not to mention curtains, pillow cases, and all sorts of other good stuff...

posted by Jared & Rose on 2008-08-07 14:22:29
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Pillows, curtains, quilts, and my artwork :)

posted by SamB13 on 2008-08-07 14:23:21
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My wife is a stay-at-home mom who is just starting a small craft business to bring in some extra income. She's using an old sewing machine that's been handed down through the generations, so having a shiny, new one that can do all these functions would help her get going in a big way.

posted by SpaceMonkeyX on 2008-08-07 14:25:01
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curtains since I can't seem to find any long and wide enough. a skirt. but mostly I want to fix/modify clothing so that I can use all my stuff longer instead of buying new.

posted by ptera on 2008-08-07 14:25:10
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I splurged in New York at Mood fabrics and bought fantabulous fabric that deserves better treatment than that from the sewing machine I got for high school graduation. I want to sew a dress that inspires envy.

And hem the pants of loved ones. Too many people can't hem their damn pants and are loathe to get them tailored. Look better, people - I judge.

posted by Natti on 2008-08-07 14:27:07
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I want it for my live in girlfriend, she has been trying to start a clothing company for babies and puppies (Matching Clothes obviously!) and has to drive over to my parents apartment to use my mom's sewing machine from the 70's every time she wants to try out a new design. A machine of her own would really help her get going.

Also I would love to try and make some designer cord cozies to try and fashionably contain all of my wires! Just think Unplggd could even do a story on them!

So really you're helping the site by giving the Sewing Machine to us! :-)

posted by Benji on 2008-08-07 14:30:15
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Not me but my wife would
1. Make purses
2. Make clothes
3. Make curtains
4. Make me a laptop bag (yeah!)
5. Make sheet sets.

posted by rhb on 2008-08-07 14:34:19
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It seems there a few guys on here posting on behave of their wife. We were just married and have moved into a small apartment where she has dreams of hanging her own curtains and sewing an innumerable number of pillows. Sadly, all she has to work with is a worn-down machine from the 70's that we picked up at a garage sale for $1. But with this, she would be one happy woman!

posted by short on 2008-08-07 14:34:37
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My poor bedroom has been undecorated for a year now. This will be the first time that I have lived in an apartment for more than 12 months in the past 7 years; its time to celebrate. I will be sewing curtains for the windows, a complimentary duvet cover, and a tent like canopy to add a little romance to the room. I have no sewing machine so its either the curvy or a rental.

posted by Azar on 2008-08-07 14:36:34
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Ohh, this would be a godsend! I make felt freak toys (...yes, I know) and at this point they're entirely created by hand. My hand. Which gets very tired after an evening of sewing. I'd love to have a machine I could use for some more complex designs - not to mention adding some new clothes to my wardrobe!

posted by jessica b on 2008-08-07 14:44:03
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OMG...what couldn't I do with this Singer Curvy. I have a 10-month-old grand-daughter that I could sew clothes for from now until she gets married. And not just simple clothes either. This machine makes it possible to make tailored pieces. I could make her crib sets that she needs now as well as coordinating curtains for her room.
And it would come in handy during these hard times to make baby blankets that I could donate to the local women's shelter for those that have left abusive relationships with their children and are having to start all over again. It would also be wonderful to make some homemade gifts for the holidays that were more personal. In truth, the projects would be endless and only limited by my imagination.

posted by Noggy on 2008-08-07 14:44:56
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Definitely a replacement cover for a couch I cannot afford to replace !!

posted by matt manfredini on 2008-08-07 14:47:48
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We've got a great mid-century chair in our bedroom that's poorly recovered, my wife (the sewer) would put together an excellent replacement cover.

posted by pfibiger on 2008-08-07 14:51:24
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I've been dreaming of John Robshaw curtains for the bedroom in our new apartment, but they're a bit expensive. Instead, I found yards of discounted silk organza that I'd love to make into sheers - only I have no sewing machine! I would put this Singer to good use for sure... and then submit my before/after to Apartment Therapy, of course.

posted by designage on 2008-08-07 14:55:28
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My wife will be making burp clothes, whilst I will be modifying t-shirts. Not quite Project Runway material, but a noble effort nonetheless.

posted by CraigPelz on 2008-08-07 15:00:04
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I have some great vintage fabric I'd like to turn into pillow covers. Oh, and there are a bunch of things that need hemming and other repairs.

posted by Annieo on 2008-08-07 15:00:42
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I could actually learn to sew and teach my daughters as well! We could sew curtains for our house and make their own matching comforters!

posted by jnkrim on 2008-08-07 15:03:14
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There are a couple home projects that need to be worked on like new curtains and throw pillows. I also used to make plush toys, but I haven't because my old singer (1978 old) is dying and I can't get it to work anymore :(

posted by reginaregina on 2008-08-07 15:05:30
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I'd make cloth diapers and related stuff - covers, wipes, etc.

posted by bakerboy on 2008-08-07 15:08:31
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QUILTING! I am a quilter, and while I piece on my machine, I mostly hand-quilt. I've tried machine-quilting on my antique Singer but it just can't handle it. I'd love to be able to machine quilt and this machine looks like it could handle that with ease! My antique machine is sturdy but all mechanical. I'd love to try out an electronic machine to expand my sewing tasks and maybe get back into making clothing.

posted by The Green Cat on 2008-08-07 15:10:09
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I would make some curtains!

posted by buttmuffin on 2008-08-07 15:11:02
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I would grab some of the patterns from my mother's collection (from the '50s and '60s) and make some of the dresses & suits. There's something much more feminine about the old patterns than there is nowawadays...

I would also probably make plush toys, which I haven't attempted making since sixth grade Home Economics class.

posted by SexyAnteater on 2008-08-07 15:11:14
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I would definitely sew for my granddaughters. Make some clothes for them and then a quilt. My sewing machine is over 20 years old and definitely out of date with all the new features offered on the new machines.

posted by sewingmema1720 on 2008-08-07 15:13:34
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I don't know how to sew. That hasn't stopped me from starting more than one project that requires sewing- I've begun a bunch of reused fabric birds to make a mobile for a friend's baby, started a throw for chilly evenings, and bought yards of fabric with the intention of making window coverings for my roommate whose room gets too much light in the mornings. Eventually, I'll take a class and finish these projects!

posted by superkelli on 2008-08-07 15:14:37
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I've been putting off buying a sewing machine forever... but I'm moving and now I REALLY need one... but I'm trying to stick to a budget! I would use this machine to sew curtains, pillows, and a couch slipcover to spiff up my new living room! Not to mention to make bags and pillows as gifts for friends!

posted by closertotheocean on 2008-08-07 15:17:06
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I will be mending clothes, hemming flannel wash cloths (because I don't like those thick ones), and sewing denim bags, which I make from the legs of old blue jeans.

posted by Fontessa on 2008-08-07 15:17:19
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I would sew for the little diva's... okay I would say I will help them then play with colors and fabrics and make them figure out how to do it. ;-) I can barely operate a PC, they would have to learn it first then show me.

posted by dddiva on 2008-08-07 15:17:34
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I would finish the apron I was making for my sister, the bag that I've been wanting to make for two years, my wedding dress, etc.....

posted by db1974 on 2008-08-07 15:22:46
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I have several sewing dudettes this could be given to.

posted by Detective Ventriloquist on 2008-08-07 15:28:16
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Little stuffed animals! I have all these cute patterns but my current sewing machine is awful!

posted by leanneabe on 2008-08-07 15:30:21
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I'm going to sew little sweaters for my streetlamps. This winter's going to be cold!

posted by yossarianlives on 2008-08-07 15:30:32
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Mending clothes, quilt covers, hemming pants, reusing fabric to make a little quilt for my cat!

posted by Chrissy on 2008-08-07 15:32:29
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Besides some curtains and pillows for around the apartment, I've got wedding projects: I'm making my maid of honor's dress, a clutch for myself, and clutches for my 4 attendants, and ties for my groom and his dudes.

posted by colellis on 2008-08-07 15:42:40
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um, i would finally be able to hem my pants WITHOUT staples! sad, i know.

posted by akite10662 on 2008-08-07 15:43:26
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My sister is having a baby in a couple of weeks, so baby clothes and baby blankets are on the grand to do list.

After the dust from that settles, I am getting married in a couple of months, and there is plenty to be made for the outdoor wedding. Backdrops, table clothes, a baby giraffe costume for some humor at the wedding.

posted by cettelbrick on 2008-08-07 15:44:40
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awesome sewing machine! This would be a step up from the old crusty singer I currently have!

posted by meanypie on 2008-08-07 15:53:05
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i've always wanted to make my own Amy Butler messenger bag. this would totally get me to learn sewing

posted by blumunchie on 2008-08-07 15:56:37
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I would love love love to get this!! I can make so many things : Dresses, pillow cases, skirts, shirts, blouse, kitty attires, etc etc.

-----------------------------------Can I pls pls have it?

posted by Sopheline on 2008-08-07 15:57:05
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I want to reupholster my dining room chairs. This would be a great step into getting the project started.

posted by Bobby G on 2008-08-07 16:00:20
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I've been designing some pleated canvas pillows in my mind. I would love to bring these into reality and place them on my sofa...

posted by Arran on 2008-08-07 16:07:06
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I have been dying to make a bunch of inexpensive curtains for my windows so I can change them at a whim. That would be where I would start.

posted by hmr on 2008-08-07 16:09:32
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I have a pile of projects I offered to do for friends, but my current machine needs a serious overhaul.

posted by emebsen on 2008-08-07 16:10:39
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i'd start making baby clothes and alter some clothes i already have, including my horrible work uniform & some winter clothes i have stored

posted by kitchenwilly on 2008-08-07 16:12:31
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kids clothes! pants hemmed for shorty me! plushie dolls! actually, I really want to make my own undies...

posted by piepie on 2008-08-07 16:13:07
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slipcovers for my sofa!

posted by two_eighteen on 2008-08-07 16:15:50
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My 7 year old has an powerful need to sew a wide variety of stuffed chickens

posted by Twosheds on 2008-08-07 16:16:14
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I need to make a Halloween costume for my kid.

posted by stickyricemama on 2008-08-07 16:18:32
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I would make baby gifts, which are currently breaking my wallet!

posted by mrszoid on 2008-08-07 16:26:15
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my wife was just saying how she would love to learn how to sew.

I'd love it to fix up all the holes i seem to get in my pants, i think her plans were more along the lines of making some purses and things for herself.

posted by jmorey on 2008-08-07 16:26:31
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A valance and sinkskirt for my bathroom, baby dollclothes from my daughter's outgrown clothes, pillow cases highlighting my favorites from my daughter's outgrown clothes, quilt pattern oven pads, simple dresses for my daughter, simple dresses for me, simple dresses for my husband (just kidding!), small household organization sewing projects, oh I sure would love to win this!

posted by dubuisso on 2008-08-07 16:28:53
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I'm in the process of making a shirt for myself with my super old Viking. It's not too shabby, but the stitching is a bit limited.
I'd absolutely LOVE to make a cute, vintage dress, but I'm not sure if my machine would be up to the challenge. :/

posted by sparkle on 2008-08-07 16:38:05
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QUILTS! (and, you know, curtains, slipcovers, aprons, etc. not to mention the ungodly amount of mending i need to do.) please, oh please!

posted by katiebug on 2008-08-07 16:48:49
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I would tackle either my second quilt (the first was all by hand!) or new curtains for my apartment!

posted by ninarucker on 2008-08-07 16:49:13
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I just a bought a great quilt kit while on was on vacation that would be a lot easier with a new machine than what I have.

posted by Sarah in Boston on 2008-08-07 16:49:42
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punk rock quilts

posted by jeanholman on 2008-08-07 17:00:24
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First up, hem jeans my old machine is too wimpy to get through. Then add some non-crooked, contransting topstitching to a few bags I've started. And some stuffed squirrels for a wedding I'm going to later this year.

posted by prettyPeaqs on 2008-08-07 17:23:59
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CLOTHES! My boyfriend has lost a bunch of weight and I'd like to make dresses and other cool things out of his old clothes. Also, I'm currently hand sewing a quilt, a machine would help me finish a whole lot quicker.

posted by CarahKristel on 2008-08-07 17:24:02
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Roman shades for 8 long windows (80x32) & Christmas tree skirt

posted by cinema on 2008-08-07 18:00:10
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my own version of "ugly dolls" for my 1 yr old daughter!

posted by designslave on 2008-08-07 18:11:31
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I'll make myself some clothes!!!!

posted by Musicman71 on 2008-08-07 18:28:36
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I could so use this... I need to sew slipcovers, curtains, and sheets!

posted by campari on 2008-08-07 18:43:39
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Costumes for my niece, new aloha shirts for my man. :D

posted by mochihead on 2008-08-07 18:52:50
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Clothes for me and my friends- we get together and watch project runway, all the while going on about how "we could do that!" Plus, stores never really carry interesting clothes that haven't been marked and/or snatched up already... How nice it would be to walk around every day projecting who you really are as a person- mobile self expression!

posted by muawiya on 2008-08-07 18:56:15
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I need to make some curtains and tote bags ASAP!

posted by weeblet on 2008-08-07 18:58:51
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I'd finally mend all the outfits sitting in my closet

posted by agordon10 on 2008-08-07 19:16:45
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lots of things! i ahve clothes to fix, i'll probably make a couple of purses, and definitely a pillow. no sewing machine right now makes these things a bit difficult =(

posted by beesknees on 2008-08-07 19:23:54
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A Pleather Pants Suit, what else?

posted by ferg426 on 2008-08-07 19:28:41
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Just moved into a new place, need to sew curtains, runners, pillows, etc. This would be so wonderful!

posted by paints on 2008-08-07 19:28:42
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I would make some shorts and tops with the sewing machine. Then I might try making curtains.

posted by Minute on 2008-08-07 19:35:00
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I desperately need curtains and don't want to pay an arm and a leg for them. I'm also interested in trying my hand at re-inventing some of my old clothes and perhaps making some new ones.

posted by CaliPunkRockGirl on 2008-08-07 19:35:04
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I would make curtains. I've lived in my apartment for over a year and I only have blinds. I know I know...scandalous!

posted by Erin on 2008-08-07 19:39:21
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I always wanted to make curtains that I really wanted and matched with my decor.

posted by rdsd221 on 2008-08-07 19:54:52
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I would make some drapes and some toys for my granddaughters.

posted by kathyluman on 2008-08-07 20:03:21
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I would make a slipcover for my discontinued Ikea couch, right now it's sad and coverless..my little sewing machine can't handle sturdy fabric.

posted by sweetheart on 2008-08-07 20:03:47
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I'd sew clothes for my granddaughter, doll clothes and Halloween costumes. I would enjoy sewing projects for my home. It would be an awesome machine to sew on.

posted by elf on 2008-08-07 20:06:11
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I would use it for my scrapbooking projects now. Later, I want to begin making purses.

Thank you!!

posted by ladydj on 2008-08-07 20:19:15
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i'd make new clothes for the kids

posted by chromiumman on 2008-08-07 20:21:10
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start off with simple stuff ... pillow covers and curtains ... a cover for the boy's imac ... then hopefully tackle the harder projects later [clothes ...]

posted by rmx on 2008-08-07 20:29:59
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My mother-in-law is actually very crafty in many ways so those would be a gift to her... thanks

posted by michael woods on 2008-08-07 20:34:49
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I was going to have to buy one of these for my wife after the review, but it would be much better to win her one. How cool would that be? And it would get a great workout in many avenues, clothes, bags, repairs, etc.

posted by lhendrick on 2008-08-07 20:38:42
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I have some fabric I bought to make curtains with right before my sewing machine died! It would be great to actually get that project done.

posted by ktoth04 on 2008-08-07 20:46:02
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I can't sew at all (in fact, haven't tried since 7th grade some 30 years ago). My friend said she would teach me to make some easy outfits for my first grandchild due early next year.

posted by jules9991 on 2008-08-07 21:00:46
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clothing, curtains, bags

posted by ravengoth on 2008-08-07 21:03:41
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I can't sew (yet) but I would love to learn to hem my jeans on this sewing machine!

posted by witchbaby on 2008-08-07 21:04:40
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I'd have to make a quilt for sure!

posted by skalobster11 on 2008-08-07 21:13:47
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With this machine, I would like to tackle a baby quilt for the child I beleive I have conceived.

posted by nursebrittney on 2008-08-07 21:21:21
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I'm a quilter, I need this bad.

posted by portagerose on 2008-08-07 21:28:14
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I'm on a mission to stop buying and to help others stop buying "things." This includes clothing - and so I'd like to make my own - out of fabric from my old clothes. Not just clothes...ya know...but thats a good start.

posted by livesimply on 2008-08-07 21:28:19
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I have many, many alterations to do on my clothes.

posted by llopez on 2008-08-07 21:30:08
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I would use it to make anime character costumes for going to conventions.

posted by spam10 on 2008-08-07 21:40:45
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I would use this to make summer dresses for our long, hot Arizona summer. Thanks for offering this awesome prize!

posted by ellen85000 on 2008-08-07 21:52:26
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I would make my grandaughter some outfits and toys for my dog

posted by pamtufts on 2008-08-07 21:52:34
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Slipcovers for my living room chairs and a new cover for the cats bed.

posted by dmstudio on 2008-08-07 21:54:24
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I WOULD LIKE TO GET FANCY AND MAKE SOME NEW CURTAINS

posted by joni514 on 2008-08-07 22:04:32
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I'd donate the machine to my friend Heather whose daughter loves to sew. They don't have the cash to buy a new one and this would mean the world to her daughter. It'd be a dream come true. She'd be able to make her own clothes, bed linens, etc. She'd absolutely FLIP OUT over this!!!

posted by ronzorelli on 2008-08-07 22:05:41
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I want to make a surprise quilt for my grandmother but I currently use her sewing machine for crafty projects. This would really solve my discreetness dilemma!

posted by kmad on 2008-08-07 22:35:15
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What a great prize! I would use it for mending and hemming, tablecloths, scarves, pillowcases and more! Many thanks for the giveaway!

posted by mistyriver2009 on 2008-08-07 22:37:36
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Wow, this is really nice! I would definitely make new curtains and pillows for the bedrooms. Thanks for the contest.

posted by trixxtrac on 2008-08-07 22:40:49
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Embarrasing outfits for my dogs.

Curtains.

Underwear.

posted by RayM on 2008-08-07 22:42:56
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It would be nice to not have to shorten slacks by hand.

posted by walkthedog on 2008-08-07 23:23:31
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New covers for our pair of daybeds!

posted by Lisa K. on 2008-08-07 23:41:52
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Quilting ;)

posted by Desiree on 2008-08-07 23:42:08
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I would make curtains for my house!

posted by Chelseabees on 2008-08-07 23:44:31
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A snuggle blanket for my son and if that turned out alright then curtains for bedrooms and living room!

posted by Jenny Anders on 2008-08-07 23:56:57
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Curtains, skirts, and working my way up to quilting...!

posted by misha bk on 2008-08-08 00:13:24
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Make something for my girlfriend.. What a nice sewing machine..

posted by ataz on 2008-08-08 00:19:42
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I'd learn to sew and I'd make a quilt. I love them, I have always wanted a real home made one.

posted by ghostamongyou on 2008-08-08 01:19:21
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a new superhero cape.

posted by butternutt on 2008-08-08 01:24:49
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I would love to win this sewing machine...my old Singer machine still works ...but this one looks divine.

posted by sj3007 on 2008-08-08 02:16:06
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First thing? Curtains. I've been planning this project for a while and I just found the perfect fabric, but the sewing machine my grandma gave me finally kicked the bucket.

It was a Singer and I loved it, but it was very, very old and its time had come. This machine looks like a dream come true!

posted by tracytracy on 2008-08-08 02:21:57
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Oh that's gorgeous! I think a better question would be what WOULDN'T I try to tackle? But since that wasn't the question, I will say that I would start with drapes. Yes, boring, but I need them and refuse to buy them.

posted by havthat on 2008-08-08 02:37:05
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I would like to make T-shirts with sequins!

posted by berwyn on 2008-08-08 02:54:21
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I could sure use this to hem my pants! I'm such a shorty!

posted by beckable1973 on 2008-08-08 03:04:32
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yeah, i wanna replace my crappy sewing machine fo sho

posted by vivelephemere on 2008-08-08 03:22:12
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I would make repairs on existing clothes and household goods, and make decorative alterations.

posted by lunaocho on 2008-08-08 03:23:30
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As a newly single mother with a strict budget, I would use this to makes some really nice curtains and bedding for my little girl's room. She desperately wants a canopy for over her bed as well.

posted by clin3409 on 2008-08-08 03:46:30
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My "nostalgic security blanket quilt" made from old tshirts/clothes.

posted by showing on 2008-08-08 04:39:54
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I would finally get to the purses I've been wanting to get done for so long. And some tote bags while I'm at it, too.

posted by sueburch4 on 2008-08-08 05:11:58
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I would love to make some Tunic type shirts, they are very expensive in the store, I love quilting and applique also oh I hope I win, Thanks for the chance

posted by rewcath on 2008-08-08 05:20:02
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a cute dress

posted by intime on 2008-08-08 05:33:55
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Where do I start? New draperies for the front parlor. New slipcovers for the leather sofa that the $&%^ cats scratch up. Throw pillows for the side chairs.......I'm already tired.

posted by ky2here on 2008-08-08 05:36:35
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I really need some window treatments. I'd start there and move on to some decorator pillows.

posted by clc408 on 2008-08-08 06:23:12
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I would love to use sheets to coordinate my bedroom with a new setof window treatments as well as toss pillows and perhaps a quilt

posted by marilouise on 2008-08-08 06:58:38
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I love to make my own curtains and I'm constantly repairing clothing for my Children or five Grandchildren. I have also been known to whip up an great Halloween costume or two!

posted by linda6506 on 2008-08-08 07:01:30
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I'd like to redo my living room...new couch and loveseat covers and some matching curtains.

posted by jennireesa on 2008-08-08 07:30:43
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After 10 years, I would finally get those window seat cushions sewn. I got as far as buying the foam, but than didn't want to deal with my dinosaur of a kenmore sewing machine that I bought for $20 at a yard sale. That thing has given me more frustration than anything. Great giveaway, Thanks!

posted by trishden on 2008-08-08 07:45:10
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It would have to be curtains, I would also fix all the stuff around the house that's falling apart.

posted by parkercat on 2008-08-08 07:55:36
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I would probably give it to my younger daughter in the hopes that she would finally figure out that it is cheaper to sew up a seam herself than to send it to me to fix!

posted by clynsg on 2008-08-08 08:05:27
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I would love to add some color to my house with some curtains and pillows. I have off white walls with white wooden blinds.

posted by idahomom on 2008-08-08 08:06:47
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i just love to sew and have a really cheapo machine and having a singer would make my sewing so much more fun! I would make new curtains first--I think!!

posted by deaconfan on 2008-08-08 08:09:06
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right now, i am redecorating the house and i am making curtains, chair and table covers, dividers, couch covers and i am making a setee, could really use a good new machine. thank you for the chance.

posted by etrnlone on 2008-08-08 08:18:09
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I would never get a chance to touch it, my 16 year old daughter would lay claim to this immediately! She is a thrift store junkie, buys stuff and then re-creates or embellishes it until it is uniquely her own style!

posted by anyang2 on 2008-08-08 08:25:28
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I am just beginning on my sewing adventures in an effort to save a little in the costume, play clothes department...this machine would take away the intimidation for me...

posted by cathy2448 on 2008-08-08 08:34:21
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OH BOY I would hem all my pants

posted by cmvitello@aol.com on 2008-08-08 08:36:14
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I've recently gotten into making quilts, so I'd definitely be using it for that.

posted by nslods on 2008-08-08 08:45:10
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My needs are simple--hemming new pants. I have short legs, so everything I buy needs hemming. I don't want to spend lots of money for a tailor to do it...hemming looks pretty simple after all.

posted by Chzzy on 2008-08-08 08:49:43
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window treatments

posted by rcpwjr on 2008-08-08 09:19:52
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1. curtains
2. re-upholster my sofa!

posted by LuckyMonkey on 2008-08-08 09:26:22
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I need to change the hem in a pair of my daughter's pants!

posted by n_i_k on 2008-08-08 09:29:11
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I've always wanted to Make my kids costumes like my mom used to do with me.
Would love to make curtains for my newly redecorated bedroom, since I'm having a hard time finding ones that I like.
Dresses for my daughter.
Project Runway here I come.
Thanx for the contest.

posted by kmbennet on 2008-08-08 09:38:59
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My wife has a ton of little projects that she'd like to make for our 16-month old daughter, but she desperately needs a new sewing machine. This one looks REALLY nice..hey with a sewing machine like this, I might even be able to dust off some of my old HomeEc skills and help her out. :-)

Thanks

PS. Its our 10-year anniversary today.

posted by yobrett on 2008-08-08 10:01:03
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pillow shams, shopping tote bags, shower curtains, bedroom curtains -- and all with the cool new IKEA fabrics. woohoo!

posted by joanser22 on 2008-08-08 10:12:13
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i will attempt to make my kids halloween costumes this year.

posted by shell32467 on 2008-08-08 10:20:03
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I will brave the seemingly impossible and try and recover my sofa. If I can do that, than nothing can stop me from completely redecorating my apartment with new pillows, window treatments, and anything else.

posted by mellymellun on 2008-08-08 10:25:45
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I would make: curtains, slip covers, and a messenger bag. The SECOND week, I would make other stuff.

posted by lhc on 2008-08-08 10:26:37
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throw pillows

posted by lfosses on 2008-08-08 10:34:08
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GIve it to a friend.
THANK YOU GOD BLESS

posted by bigtim60 on 2008-08-08 10:35:46
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I just started sewing again recently. I purchased a really cheap sewing machine for $99.00. It is really just a basic no frills machine so I would love to win this Singer. I am making cat and dog beds so that I can sell them and give a portion of the proceeds to animal welfare organizations. Thanks for the chance to win!

posted by katmagick on 2008-08-08 10:37:24
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First thing I would do if I win is learn how to sew.

posted by Konsavage on 2008-08-08 11:03:20
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I started t-shirt quilts for my boys many years ago. Now that they are both in the military, I'd like to get it sewn together so I can send it to my oldest who is stationed in Germany for that little touch of home in his room.

posted by cindya on 2008-08-08 11:03:24
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I would really like to make some new slipcovers for my bedroom chair. I haven't had a sewing machine for quite a few years but I think I can do it with this machine!

posted by marciahac on 2008-08-08 11:03:39
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being short, I would be able to hem all those cute pants. I would also make some new pillow covers for my dogs bed.

posted by gervitsd on 2008-08-08 11:15:09
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baby blankets.

posted by vboackle1 on 2008-08-08 11:32:44
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I would make clothes for myself, and our toddler, as well as a curtain to disguise hideous kitchen appliances (portable washing machine!)

posted by bronislava on 2008-08-08 11:33:47
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Jeez, where should I start? Clothes for myself and the kids, learn to make decorations and such around the house, curtains for rooms... I would LOVE to make a bean bag chair (or 2) also!

posted by tearek on 2008-08-08 11:34:02
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I have a few dresses I bought that I'd love to recreate with different fabric. And, of course, I'd sew some throw/floor pillow covers. I've actually been eyeing this machine for months (and was thrilled to see the review on it when it was posted), but haven't been able to figure out how to fit it in to my budget. Good thing you can usually find deals on fabric!

posted by alhchicago on 2008-08-08 11:46:28
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When I bought "this old house," I bought bolts of material to make curtains for it. Then my sewing machine died. If I'm fortunate enough to win, I'll be sewing curtains for a while.

posted by AsTheNight on 2008-08-08 11:49:05
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curtains and reusable shopping bags!

posted by sarahaha on 2008-08-08 11:53:07
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I love tote bags so I would try my hand at that!

posted by dawns41 on 2008-08-08 11:57:38
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New pillows for the livingroom, fix the hems on my curtains and stop sending out pants to get hemmed!

posted by .Jaclyn. on 2008-08-08 11:58:56
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I would like to make some curtains.

posted by jilltonja on 2008-08-08 12:00:02
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I'd love to tackle all the unfinished projects that involve sewing and try some new ones.

posted by Ang on 2008-08-08 12:23:22
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Tons of half finished projects. My poor friends are tired of me bumming time on their sewing machines.

Curtains for my bedroom to block the 1000 watt safety light my neighbor decided was an awesome idea to put in our shared garden. A quilt I promised my mother over a year ago. A table cloth for my antique dining table (my grandmother would be turning in her grave if she knew I wasn't putting a tablecloth on it!). A quite a few pairs of pants that need hemming. A Kitchen Aid mixer cozy.

posted by Amandica on 2008-08-08 12:30:59
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I would finally make some pillows out of all the fabric I've been hoarding!

posted by lunes27 on 2008-08-08 12:31:43
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I would redo the seats of my dinning room chairs they are so 70's right now.

posted by dove1960 on 2008-08-08 12:36:08
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I just bought my first home all by myself, and I need to make curtains for my house. I also really want to make something for my first niece, Khloe, who was just born on July 16th. I have so much cool vintage fabric that is just screaming to be used!

posted by Lindsey84 on 2008-08-08 12:43:55
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My mom and I have been wanting to recreate a few things she sewed for my sisters and I when we were kids. We didn't have much money when we were little, but the gifts my mom sewed for as were the best gifts ever. Now my mom wants to teach me how to sew, so I can recreate these same precious gifts for my children.

Special occasion dresses,
Tooth fairy pillows,
Baby doll clothes,
and accessories
Blankies,
Barbie doll clothes
and so much more

posted by Stefi S on 2008-08-08 12:46:16
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Id like to make my kids their Halloween costumes this year and then maybe make a few plush dolls.

posted by mnsteph on 2008-08-08 12:48:21
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Window treatments for my whole apartment!

posted by texie on 2008-08-08 12:58:37
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I'd make a quilt.

posted by randycur0962 on 2008-08-08 13:10:42
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With a lovely little machine like that, I would definitely be hooking up with my good friend Shelly and make lots of fun things. I also have several patterns and lots of fabric that has been waiting for a machine that can handle them. We've gone through a number of machines here at home, most of which broke prematurely. I think both my mother and I would enjoy having such a pretty little machine at our house.

posted by Starvn Arteest on 2008-08-08 13:17:43
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OH the dream! I'd start with curtains for the whole house, move onto skirts, and finally start work on my halloween costume. Baby clothes as needed (so many friends having children lately and are trying to stay organic).

I could go on forever.

posted by grngodes on 2008-08-08 13:33:23
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In my efforts for a 'greener living' I love to bicycle whenever and wherever I can. With this machine I would sew myself a nice backpack for biking- egg shaped with a cross-chest strap and buckles.

I also like to recycle. I would definitely incorporate some of my own vintage fabrics for a unique and super-cute pack!

posted by ellie rex on 2008-08-08 13:52:45
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I would love to have this as I don't have a sewing machine.
I would love to sew for my little girls and make curtains and pillow for my house. Thanks

posted by BahamaGal on 2008-08-08 13:53:55
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I would reupholster my midcentury daybed couch, finally.

posted by saradanger on 2008-08-08 13:58:00
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I would love to make a quilt

posted by fortune152 on 2008-08-08 14:12:12
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I want to start making all of the alterations that my grandmother normally does for me. She's done it for enough years, don't you think?

posted by mewins1 on 2008-08-08 14:25:06
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I would start with making tons of plushies and bags.

posted by Sunny B on 2008-08-08 14:31:50
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My poor old sewing machine needs to be replaced. I enjoy making Halloween costumes and some other crafty projects, but would do more with a new machine. I'd start off by doing some recycling to make sturdy cloth shopping bags for friends and family.

posted by Aisling1331 on 2008-08-08 14:56:32
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curtains and clothes....and hem my own pants!

posted by potaT0ES on 2008-08-08 14:57:11
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i want to turn some of the cool t'shirts i have into mini shirts for my 2 month old son, i also want to recycle some clothes into a dog bed for my jack russel terrier. pant hemming and curtains are on the list also.

posted by kayrunp on 2008-08-08 15:12:48
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hemming pants, sewing duvet covers, making pillows....

posted by foodiegirl on 2008-08-08 15:17:48
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After just purchasing our first home, there is so much that we would tackle in our household. From curtains, to pillows, to covering some cushions on our danish arm chair that's currently an ugly plaid; we would put this to good use.

posted by rosereit on 2008-08-08 15:20:18
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Wow! I'm in a new apartment that needs some decorating tlc - so I would make pillows, re-cover a chair I have, create a duvet cover, and, as I am 5'2", I have a stack of pants that truly need to be shortened.

posted by diana909 on 2008-08-08 15:21:05
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I'm getting a snap press for my birthday! I'd love to get this machine for a new bag project... my stash right now includes some beautiful plum hemp. I'm envisioning the stitching I can do using a computerized machine... oo la la!

posted by peace on 2008-08-08 15:22:10
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oh my gosh that sewing machine looks fantastic!

I would love to get going on a few handbag designs I have sketched out. This would be the perfect thing to get me going!

posted by gina on 2008-08-08 15:22:40
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oh! my! goodness!
I sooo want this!
I'll make skirts...
And pillows...
And purses...
And camera cozies...
And curtains...
And...

posted by Aimi on 2008-08-08 15:22:54
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So many household projects for me to do. A new duvet for my bedroom, curtains for my living and dining rooms, recovering the new(used) chairs that I just picked up, and way too many others to mention right now.

posted by kplays on 2008-08-08 15:23:37
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Actually, my husband learned to sew on a Singer in home ec when he was in high school. Now that we've moved into a new apartment, he really wants to make some curtains with the awesome fabric we've found.

posted by clarejr on 2008-08-08 15:24:10
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i would like to make duvet covers and pillow cases.

posted by Yuko on 2008-08-08 15:25:33
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i will tackle making a copy of my favorite linen sundress

posted by chrisrocco on 2008-08-08 15:26:26
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Slipcover for an old settee, cafe curtains for kitchen windows, panels for bathroom window, duvet for bedroom comforter, pillows for an empty couch, table runner for the family's dinner table, cushions for a long slat bench, floor rugs for hallway, and lots and lots of fleece clothing for all to ready for Fall.

posted by callbob on 2008-08-08 15:26:27
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I'd like to start with a set of dishtowels, then move on to...
- a pair of oven mitts
- an apron for canning
- a tote for grocery shopping
- and finally, a duvet cover!

posted by Lauren Hearts on 2008-08-08 15:27:04
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I would love love love it.

There is a whole pile of clothes that I can't bear to part with, and all they need is some minor repair work.

I need to make curtains. And pillows.