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8/22/2011

Knit-It Sheep Review

Knit-It Sheep
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I bought this kit with the intent of making the sheep for my little boy. I am experienced at knitting but could not manage the stitch to create this project. My son has enjoyed other products by this company (esp. the make-it rocket), but I would not recommend the knit-it sheep kit.

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Baa Baa beautiful sheep! Cuddle up to your woolly wonders, proud in the knowledge that you created your fluffy friends all by your self! Makes 2 sheep, finished sizes: Mommy Sheep: Height 1.8" x Length 4.7" Baby Sheep: Height 1.6" x Length 3.5"Cream & brown wool to knit 2 sheep.Included in the kit:knitting needlesstuffingsmall ball of brown woollarge ball of cream woolplastic sewing needlestars for personalityfelt hearts for loveThese cute wooly wonders even get their own sheep pen.When you have finished knitting, cut up and recycle the box into a sheep pen.Knitting for the experienced knitter.Requires previous skill and experience in knitting to complete.

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6/20/2011

Yarn Darners Hand Needles-Size 14/18 7/Pkg Review

Yarn Darners Hand Needles-Size 14/18 7/Pkg
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Once I ordered these darners, I had second thoughts. I read somewhere that darners had dull points and I was looking for sharp needles. I was very pleased when they arrived--all sharp points and heavy duty needles--just as I wanted. Also, after doing a search for this product, I felt this was the best price. I'm pretty much always pleased with products bought from Amazon.

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DRITZ-Yarn Darner Hand Needles.Yarn darner needles are especially made for working with yarns for needle arts; plastic canvas; Swedish weaving and much more.This package contains seven needles sizes 14 to 18.Imported.

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6/11/2011

Singer 120 Stitch Function Sewing Machine - 7444 Review

Singer 120 Stitch Function Sewing Machine - 7444
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I am so happy to have this new machine. My old one did not have nearly the functions that this one has. It runs very smoothly and quietly. This machine is top notch and a bargain at the price. The many different stitches are very nice, but my favorite is the automatic button hole function! It sews beautifully and would be great for any seamstress to use.

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Includes (1) General Purpose Pressure Foot, Needles, Bobbins, Lint Brush-Seam Ripper, (1) Screwdriver - Special, (2) Spool Caps - Small and Large, Dust Cover, Instruction Manual

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4/05/2011

Brother(R) VX1435 Mechanical Sewing Machine Review

Brother(R) VX1435 Mechanical Sewing Machine
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I got this machine a year ago as a beginning sewer. I really loved it and was able to learn and make many things with it. I discovered and confirmed that sewing was going to be my 'thing'. I did not want my husband buying anything too expensive or fancy just in case I ended up not liking to sew.
Its a basic model and I don't need all of the fancy extras anyway. But now a year later, as my sewing confidence is growing and I am moving on to try new things, the machine stopped working right. There is some sort of problem with the thread. Its not the tension, I have tried everything. We have oiled and dusted it, changed thread, bobbins and fabric. The manual is terrible and not very helpful. The machine still runs but after a few stitches, the thread either breaks or comes out.
It may be a simple problem to fix but not something we can figure out. Since my husband got it for so cheap (and even on sale) he decided to get me a new one instead of paying to have this machine repaired.
We got a Husqvarna Emerald for $299. (a basic model) There is no comparison in how it runs its sturdier and even though its a basic model it has many nice extra features and the manual is great.
Having said that, there is no way that one year ago I'd have wanted a $300 machine not knowing if I would like sewing or not.
The Brother worked great and was easy to learn on, I just think it should have lasted longer than a year. 3 Months ago I probably would have given this 5 stars. Thats how happy I was with it until I started having these frustrating problems. (and an added note...a Husqvarna never needs oiling! How about that?)


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Features:Quick-change presser feet.4-step auto buttonholder.Auto bobbin winder.35 stitch functions.25 year warranty.

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4/04/2011

Janome DC3050 Sewing Machine Review

Janome DC3050 Sewing Machine
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I have worked with Janome (formerly know as New Home) machines for over 20 years. I think I have only seen one jam once! This machine I have owned for 5 years and it has been fabulous. I teach children's sewing lessons in my home, and this machine never jams, is super easy to use, and is great for ALL LEVELS OF SKILL! I have 4 of this model!
I love the speed governor for children, plus, it keeps me tidy too. The big draw for me with the kids is also the fact that the pre-set stitch buttons above the stitch diagram are so quick and easy. You don't have to worry about the particulars of a setting on a stitch, you just go right to it, be it zig zag or straight stitch or overcast, you jump right to it!
The automatic tension setting is another HUGE draw. This thing adjusts the tension by itself. I have rarely ever had to touch the tension dial, and then only for unique project purposes.
The machine will also lock your stitch for you when you start a new seam! You don't have to hit the reverse button and go back an forth if you don't want to. It makes your seam look so much more professional.
The only thing I would say that might even be close to negative, is that make sure if you are going to do an automatic button hole with the automatic foot, that you are fresh on the instructions. It is easy to do a couple of simple things wrong on the set up when you do this, but if you have just read your easy to read section of the manual on this, it is a breeze.

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Add personal flair to your home with the DC3050 - our full-featured performer for creating any kind of home decor or sewing project. Its computerized precision makes sewing curtains, slipcovers, comforters, custom pillows, or other decor projects a breeze. Choosing and configuring stitches is easy with the large LED display. The DC3050 is a computerized machine that gives you Janome quality results at a great price.

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4/02/2011

Janome DC1050 Computerized Sewing Machine Review

Janome DC1050 Computerized Sewing Machine
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I have not been using this machine long, but I already love it. At first when I tried it I had trouble with the machine feeding itself the material. I was used to having to really guide the material along with my old machine. This machine does not like it if you try to push the material into it. All you have to do is put the material in and put the foot down and start to go. The machine does the rest. I am working on very delicate material and this machine just glides along with no problems.
Also hemmed up a pair of jeans with one the decorative stitches which was a blast. So far no problems with the machine. My husband commented first thing about how quiet it is.

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Features of the NEW Janome DC1050 Mechanical Machine
50 stitches
3 one-step buttonhole
Manual tension control
One-hand needle threader
Slide-on presser feet
Needle up/down button
7-piece feed dog
Free arm
Drop Feed dog
Speed control slider
Locking stitch button
Easy Reverse button
Auto-declutch bobbin winder
Extra high presser foot left
LCD screen with quick selection buttons
Jam-proof horizontal full rotary bobbin
7mm maximum stitch width
5mm maximum stitch length
Soft cover included


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3/18/2011

Sewing Essentials, 10 Sewing Machine Needles & Bobbins Set Review

Sewing Essentials, 10 Sewing Machine Needles and Bobbins Set
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I have prime shipping so this comes to my door in two days without a delivery price. The product is wonderful. The needles work fine and you get 10 in a pack of various sizes. This is an extreme convince because the price is the same or lower than you would pay if you went to a fabric store and it comes with machine bobbins. I am very happy that amazon is selling this product online now.

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3/12/2011

Brother LS2125I Easy-To-Use Lightweight Basic 10-Stitch Sewing Machine Review

Brother LS2125I Easy-To-Use Lightweight Basic 10-Stitch Sewing Machine
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I bought a Brother digital sewing/embroidery machine in February that was a total DUD...I mean it didn't survive making one garment before it went Kaput and I'm still trying to get it fixed!
I bought this "little" machine as a "back up" and it is GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!
I had to buy a bottle of sewing machine oil to oil it weekly (as the manual advised) otherwise it came fully equipped and it just purrs right along and does a great job of sewing on a variety of fabrics. I'm VERY HAPPY and it was 1/6 the price of Brother digital dud.

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Many modern sewing machines give the impression that an advanced degree in mechanical engineering is a prerequisite to sewing. However, the purpose of a sewing machine is actually to make the mending, altering, and crafting of clothing easier. Brother developed the LS-2125i sewing machine for everyday use by experienced sewers and novices alike. Lightweight and user-friendly, the sewing machine covers all the basics with ten built-in stitches with multiple stitch functions, including elastic, hem, straight, satin, and zigzag stitching. The sewing machine further endears itself with its quick bobbin wind, automatic four-step buttonholer, and tension adjustment dial. To hem pants or alter sleeve lengths, the sewing machine converts from a flatbed surface to a free-arm design.
The 110-volt sewing machine uses an electrical foot pedal to control operation and stitching speed. With a flip of a lever, the machine switches into reverse stitching mode. The sewing machine comes with stitch length, stitch width, needle positions, presser foot pressure, and presser foot height features preset to allow the user to start sewing quicker. Presser feet snap on for quick replacement. With its light bulb, the sewing machine insures visibility while stitching. A host of accessories accompany the sewing machine, including the power cord, foot pedal, screwdriver, needle pack, bobbins, extra spool pin, twin needle, darning plate, and instructional manual in English and Spanish. Most accessories fit in the built-in storage compartment, located inside the free arm. For transporting the machine, an integrated handle is installed on top of the machine. This item is covered by a limited 25-year warranty. The sewing machine measures 15 inches long by 6 inches wide by 11-3/5 inches high and weighs 16 pounds upon shipping.

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3/11/2011

Brother XL2600I Sew Advance Sew Affordable 25-Stitch Free-Arm Sewing Machine Review

Brother XL2600I Sew Advance Sew Affordable 25-Stitch Free-Arm Sewing Machine
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This is a great machine for the price. I am teaching my teenage daughter to sew and she is turned off by my clunky old Singer. So I keep that around for the tough jobs and use this new Brother for the light weight stuff.
The only major limitation of this machine is that it can't really handle heavy weight fabrics or multiple layers very well. There is no presser foot adjustment, so the foot can only be raised so much, and can't be adjusted for variable feed, depending on fabric thickness. There is only one setting. That means you need to use plenty of pins, and keep the old Singer around for the heavy duty stuff. Otherwise, a fun little machine.


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Learning to sew is challenging enough without struggling with an overly-complicated and clunky sewing machine. The XL-2600i sewing machine from Brother endears itself to novice and seasoned sewers alike with a host of user-friendly features, including a simple needle threader, built-in thread cutter, drop-in bobbin loading, and automatic bobbin winding. To cover all the basics and then some, the sewing machine supplies twenty-five built-in utility, decorative, and heirloom stitches, each outfitted with multiple stitch functions for versatility. A one-step, auto-size buttonholer enables the hassle-free insertion of one style of buttonholes, while the machine\'s free arm design allows the user to hem pants or attach sleeves easily.
The 110-volt sewing machine plugs into grounded outlets with a provided power cord and employs a foot pedal to control operation and stitching speed. To adjust thread tension, the machine offers a tension control dial. Stitches are illustrated on the side of the machine for quick identification, and stitch length, stitch width, presser foot pressure, and presser foot height are preset so the user can start sewing faster. Equipped with five accessory presser feet, the machine\'s presser feet snap on for speedy replacement. A light bulb illuminates the work area. Stashed inside the free arm, sewing machine accessories include a screwdriver, three-piece needle pack, extra spool pin, twin needle, darning plate. A user\'s manual with instructions offered in both English and Spanish also accompany the machine. This item is covered by a limited 25-year warranty. The sewing machine measures 12-1/4 inches long by 7-3/4 inches wide by 9-3/5 inches high and weighs 16 pounds upon shipping.

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