***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?
- 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.
Mary Beth says
SEW ME!
I’d say I’m about a 7 or so. I can sew most things I put my mind to. Some are amazing and some are epic fails! Currently I’m a -1, my grandmother’s vintage sewing machine from the 50s final died on me. Didn’t realize until now that replacement parts are impossible to find. RIP.. So, I could definitely use a new one! Probably won’t know how to use all this automatic stuff though.. haha
Maria says
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I’m a 4 – I can make a nice bag and a wonky skirt.
Courtney says
SEW ME! I’m probably a 4-5. I can make a lot, but when it gets super complicated I’m more likely to buy the material and then hope it magically puts itself together.
Laura M says
Sew me! I’m afraid I’m probably a 2 – name labels, darning socks and ‘quirky’ (read ‘unwearable’) customisations of garments ruined by my similar levels of laundry skills…!
Simone says
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I’d say I’m probably around a 2-3 but only because I had sewing in elementary school, classes 5-6 and one semester in junior high. The highlight of my past sewing career was probably the interesting red corduroy jacket I made in junior high – quite the fashion statement (not!) and I never wore it because the pattern the teacher gave me was waaaaaaay to big.
Ana says
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I’m about a 5. I had a sewing class my freshman year of high school so I can do basic things. But I definitely wish I were better. My grandmother was great at sewing (she made my sister and me clothes and Halloween costumes) and her aunt (who my dad considered his grandmother since my grandmother’s mom died when she was a child) was a seamstress — she sewed wedding gowns.
Christine says
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I am a 1. But my mom is very talented and this would be great to have a machine of my own to get lessons from her.
Callie says
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I’m definitely a 1 – but am open to learning!
Steph B. says
SEW ME! I’m a 2 if the machine is already threaded… If I have to re-thread or change a needle I’m definitely a 1. I suspect a user-friendly machine could help me out a lot!
Rasmia says
SEW ME ! Sadly, I am a 1…but I’m a fast learner!
Holly says
Sew Me! I’m a 0, but maybe this puppy could push me a few notches up!
Melissa says
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I would rate my skills as a 1-, not quite a one but not totally a zero.
Brendy says
I’m probably a 2. I’ve made one thing, but I’m still pretty confused.
jody says
A 2?? Love to sew – I use my Grandma’s old Singer – but I am definitely a work in progress!!! Fun giveaway!!
Sara says
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I’m similar to Sherry at about a 3. I’ve recently dusted off my old sewing machine and have made a throw pillow and some curtains. I definitely can use some practice on sewing straight hems!!
Marlen says
SEW ME! Since i’ve used my Moms sewing machine two weeks ago for the first time (I am sewing a patchwork baby rug for my besties first newborn) I totally fell in Love with it and there a sooooo much ideas in my Head (although my Mom is happy about that new visiting frequency ;o) so I would Rate myself as a 2, aiming to become a 6 next Year!
Shannon says
I’m a 1…definitely.sewing.challenged…but I could use a sewing machine as motivation to learn!
Kristen says
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I am around a six on the sewing front. I would totally LOVE a new machine though! I currently use one from the seventies that my grandma bought at a garage sale and fixed up. It has some issues . . .
Tricia says
SEW ME! I am a three. I hav e made curtains for my house, but think they would look better with Sherry’s method.
Grace says
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I think I’m probably a 2. I can sew on a button and stitch a hole closed (by hand), but I am dying to learn to go beyond that!
Kristin says
SEW ME! Definitely a 1, but my mum sews on a 8-9 level, so i’m sure she will show me some skills when i win this baby.
Maggie says
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I think I’m a two. I can sew a straight line- but that’s about it!
Grace says
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I am maybe a 3 but have so many projects in mind that could give me the practice to become a solid 5!
Samantha says
SEW ME!!! I would say I’m a solid sewing 5. I made the pillow covers for our living room and am hoping to tackle window treatments next!!
Katie says
SEW ME! I’m a wonky-bag 3, but I come from a family of quilters who are 10+ on the scale, so I know I’ve got it in me if I just get some practice. And I’m dying to make some window treatments for our new house :)
Angela P says
SEW ME! I’d rate myself an 8. I used to make my homecoming and prom dresses in high school and now make costumes for my bebe and hem all my hubby’s pants :)
Katherine says
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I would say I’m a 2 right now. I have an OLD hand me down machine that is too intimating to try anything intense. This would be perfect!!!
Marci says
Sew me! I would rate myself an 8.
Olivia says
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Probably a 3. I did it as an elective in high school but quit.
Kristin M says
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I would rate myself a 1. I can’t even sew a straight seem. Currently I outsource my sewing needs to my mother (a solid 8), but would love to build my sewing skills to at least a 3.
Olivia says
SEW ME!! I’ve been known to sew myself a shirt if I have nothing to wear, or a beach bag for our trip to Mexico. That doesn’t mean I’m any good, however ;)
Rhonda says
SEW ME! i’m a 4 – currently hating my sewing machine
Jill says
Sew me!! I guess I’m about a 5. I just try to stay away from any project that’s too intense so that when I do well on something easy I feel confident. :)
Hilary says
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I’d say I’m an 8… I’ve been sewing since I was 6 or so and with patience and a good pattern I can have good success!
Patrizia says
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I consider myself a 6… and my mom would love to get her machine finally back ;)
Great blog I love reading regularly! Thanks for sharing all this!
Jaimie says
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I’m definitely a 1. I’ve just asked for a sewing machine for christmas though so hopefully this contest or my family’s gift giving can increase my ability!
Liz says
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I am for sure a 1. I’ve hemmed maybe 2 pairs of pants in my life, and not ones that I actually cared about hemming straight…..but my mom is an excellent seamstress, and I’d love to learn from her!
Kimberly says
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On the sewing skills continuum I would be a -1. I’ve never used a sewing machine but would love to start!
Kat says
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I’d say somewhere around a 6 or 7 but I;m a bit rusty, would love to get back into things!
Tara S says
Sew me! I would consider myself a 5. I can sew the basics but there is definitely more to learn. For the record I think Sherry is much higher than a 3. That floor pillow she made with the piping was amazing. Thats still on my list of things to make.
lidia says
SEW ME! I’d rank myself at a 5, but I’d like to learn more on this beautiful machine.
Katie @ explanationrequired says
SEW ME!! I’d put myself squarely at a 5. I’ve made many curtains, a bag for the stroller and a couple dresses for my little one, but all were very simple in design. My current $100 machine has been acting up, so a new one would be awesome!!
sarah mchugh says
As I have Dress A level (quite a few ahem years ago!!) I would have to say a rusty 8!! curtains and cushion covers are my only make nowadays!! I would love a new machine as I think mine is as hormonal as I am and keeps throwing a wobbly!!?? keep blogging – love your home ideas!
Jackie says
SEW ME…I haven’t sewn for awhile but I would say about a 5!
Nicky Tilley says
SEW ME! I guess, a 3? I can sew hems and trim but not much else!
Haley says
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I would say I’m a 3 as well. I can do a straight line, but that’s about it!
Heather / It's So Suburban says
SEW ME! More like a 0.
Meg says
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I’m probably somewhere around a 5. I can follow a pattern with reasonable success and just finished sewing curtains for my dining room.
Nicole says
Sew me! I am a terrible sewer, but that doesn’t keep me from trying my darnedest :)
L says
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Maybe an 8? I can do some pretty impressive quilting, but still struggle with clothing patterns, making piping for pillows, etc.