12 Days of Christmas - Day 5 December 29th 2017

Michelle

December 29, 2017

I use a Babylock esante. I love that it’s so versatile and lets me do almost everything I want on one machine.

Teresa Smith

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother. The thing I like about it is that it’s portable, which is what I have needed since I don’t have a craft room. It’s a very simple machine…doesn’t do much. Hope to get a better one someday.
I love, love, love that little Union suit/pj that the Wellie Wisher is wearing. Too cute!

Susan Mccallum

December 29, 2017

I have a Babylock Verve, Viking Designer Ruby, my mothers White (zig zag), a singer featherweight 221- they are stored away, the one that keeps winning out and is in use is my Singer 222K (like the 221 but drop feed and removeable table for free arm work). I love its quietness, it’s quality,
It just does what it’s supposed to without any hype and pickiness. It’s the one I would never want to part with.

Olga B

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina 1530 sewing machine. The thing I like most about it is the perfect stitches and I have never have any issues with the older Bernina’s. I don’t have the newer Bernina’s so I can’t comment on them. I love all the feet that are the trademark of Bernina.

Ginger

December 29, 2017

I use the new Epic to sew on and I have the Babylock Ovation serger, I love both, they do the sewing for me. I could not get along without either machine.

Carol P.

December 29, 2017

I too own several sewing machines but the one I love and use the most is a Singer that is from the 1950’s. It will sew through most any fabric, and after sewing on it for more than 40 years I think it has!

Rene

December 29, 2017

“I use a Brother SE400… The thing I like most about it is actually, everything! It feeds evenly, does machine embroidery and is very easy to use.

Rieta Walker

December 29, 2017

I use a Sewing with Nancy Create ’n Stitch sewing machine. The thing I like most about it is that it is easy to operate. It was also very affordable.

Chloe Noller

December 29, 2017

I use a Sears Kenmore. I love how sturdy it is! It’s old, but it’s still a good machine!

Elna

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina Artista 165 sewing and embroidery machine. The thing I like most about it is the variety of stitches it has and the reliability of the machine, itself.

Karen Berkey

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother Coverstitch machine. It does a professional looking hem in seconds flat! Could not get along without it!

Nancy Goodwin

December 29, 2017

My current machine I use is a Brother. It does a great job on the projects I have made. The Brother has so many features! I used to sew for my now grown children with a simple Bernina. I will always keep that machine, as it holds a lot of good memories for me! My daughter learned to love sewing with this machine. Happy New Year to all!

Cathie

December 29, 2017

I use a PFAFF Quilt Expression 4.2 and the thing I like most about it is the presser foot automatically lifts slightly, with the needle down, so you can move your material around, then when you continue to sew the presser foot goes back down. No more having to remember to move that presser foot leaver around manually.

Janine S

December 29, 2017

I use a classic Kenmore. The thing I like most about it is that it came from my Grandma so I get to think of her every time I use it

Shaya

December 29, 2017

I have an “Old but Goody” trusty Viking Husquvarna that is about the same age as me…when I bought her re-furbished, I was impressed that I could sew as much as needed with a “work horse” of a machine. She is not fancy, there are no bells and whistles, but I can create anything—doll clothes, quilts, tailoring, wedding/bridesmaids/flower girl dresses…I have only needed to have my machine worked on twice in just a little over 10 years! I love my sewing machine, and would be lost without her! She’s a keeper!

I just adore Emerson and this give-away, thank you Pixie Faire!

Lois

December 29, 2017

I use my sister’s Janome right now, as the White sewing machine I inherited that my Granddaddy won selling insurance is in need of repair. I also use a singer serger that a friend gave me… The thing I like most about the Janome is the speed control. The thing I like most about my White is the story behind it. As far as the Serger goes, I love the professional looking finish it gives projects."

Lisa

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina sewing machine. the think I like most about it is the knee lift.

Norma Middendorf

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother Pacesetter NX600. The things I like about it is it has an automatic needle threader and is easy to select different stitches.

Marcy Mahle

December 29, 2017

I use a Viking Sapphire 875 Quilt machine. What I like most about this machine is the automatic tension and many other features. I do not own a serger and have never tried one.

Pat W

December 29, 2017

My baby is an old Bernina 930 record. I love it because it is so reliable. I also have a Kenmore electronic (made by Janome) as backup, but my Bernina is my baby.

Katie

December 29, 2017

I use an older Janome sewing machine. The thing I love about it most is the reliability and quality of the machine.

Jan

December 29, 2017

I have a Janome that I bought a couple of years ago. What I like best is the needle threader feature. I used to find it very difficult to thread my old Singer machine.

LindaK

December 29, 2017

I have several machines 1930’s singer treadle that grandmother taught me to sew on; kenmore bought in late 60’s has wonderful mending stitch; 3 bernina with embroidery modules; singer featherweight, Use the bernina’s most. Easy to thread. More bells and whistles. Starting granddaughter on featherwright. She would love this doll to go with her AG doll.

Susan

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina QE, and I know there are newer models but I love my machine. I also use a Brother serger. The thing I like best is how dependable they both are, they never let me down.

Michelle E

December 29, 2017

Currently I have an 8 year old husqsvarna Viking Emerald 116. It was given to me by my husband the year our first daughter was born. I love that it’s sturdy and can handle my constant sewing and that I can move it from place to place as I finish my pieces. I would love to learn how to use a server and would love to try my hand at a more sophisticated machine…just to see how it feels. Most of what I’ve learned about sewing has been on my mothers old server and a basic Brother. My current machine, though old has been wonderful!

Lisa

December 29, 2017

I use a 1970’s Bernina 830 most of the time, but I have a few more babies (Singer, Consew, Elna) that I use from time to time. The thing I like most about it is that it is solid, reliable, and easy to use.

Karen G.

December 29, 2017

I use a Kenmore (janome) with decorative stich option. Its about 12 yrs old

Gabriella

December 29, 2017

My Mom has a Brother sewing machine she lets me use whenever. I like the big zig zag stitch. I recently really enjoyed making gifts for my baby cousins. My little sister is really really sick right now, and I am going to give her the doll with pajamas and the bedding for Emerson if I get it.She really loves WellieWishers.

Lori Anderson

December 29, 2017

I use a Janome 4030 QDC. The thing I like most about it is it sews through all types of fabric, has a quilting foot, and has an easy needle threader on it. I don’t have a serger but I would love to have one someday. I’ve used my sister’s baby lock on certain projects, but mostly use a French seam if it’s important to have a clean inside seam. I started sewing in 8th grade (learned in school and from my Mom) and I am still sewing 30 years later. I make quilts and also doll outfits for my daughters.

Katherine

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother Project Runway machine. The thing I like most about it is the versatility and the stitches available for my quilting projects and special designs for the doll clothing.

Kim

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina 930 now. It was my mother’s until she stopped sewing. I gave my Bernina to my daughter who just turned 30. I received that machine as my high school graduation present in 1973 and it is still going strong. I also have a Bernina serger.

Mary Forbes

December 29, 2017

I use a Pfaff sewing machine for most of my sewing and quilting. I also own several other brands but love the needle threader and even feed foot on the Pfaff. I even have two old Singer treadle machines and a Feather weight. My embroidery machine is a Viking and my surger is a Baby Lock. All are important to me as I have 5 great grand daughters with 18" dolls

Linda N

December 29, 2017

I use a BabyLock Elegante 2 and a BabyLock Imagine serger. I love them both, but my serger is my most beloved because it is self threading and has auto-tension. Since I do not see really well these features are wonderful for me. And besides…my sweet husband surprised me with it!

Marty

December 29, 2017

I use a Babylock sewing and embroidery machine. I like it because it is so user-friendly and sews (and embroiders) beautifully.

Stella

December 29, 2017

I use a simple Singer. The thing I like most about it is that I’m a beginner sewer but it is really easy to figure out and use.

Belle

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother, and I really like that it’s (usually) pretty easy to use. =)

Judith Abbott

December 29, 2017

I use a Viking Designer Diamond Deluxe. The thing I like most about it is in the various modes, it does everything I want to do and still has more abilities…sew and embroider.

Gianna

December 29, 2017

I use a 1950’s Singer Featherweight for simple sewing, but my favorite is a 1970’s Singer Stylus. I like it because it was my Great Grandma’s and she bought it with stamps that she saved from her groceries. It sews a zig zag.

Kim V.

December 29, 2017

I use a janome and I enjoy that it is so easy to use but still has a few extra stitches that I can play with.

Lorraine M

December 29, 2017

I have a Bernina 1960 Update which is a workhorse and does beautiful embroidery stitches. But, I mostly use my Husqvarna Designer 1 as it does everything I want and best of all. it will embroider free designs that I get from the internet when I use software to convert them to VIP format. My software allows me to make designs smaller so they are the right size for dolls.

Shirley Clark

December 29, 2017

“I use a Babylock Sewing/Embroidery machine. The thing I like most about it is so user friendly. I’ve used Babylock’s for years!

Debbie

December 29, 2017

I use a Pfaff Ambition 1.5. The thing I like most about it is the IDT™ System allowing for perfect seams on all fabrics, from light to heavy weight.

Pat Steuber

December 29, 2017

I alternate between a Viking Huskvarna and a Brother Project Runway machine. I love them both. They are both easy to use and have lots of features that I love. I also use a Babyloc Serger for finishing my seams. I think my projects should look as good on the inside as they do on the outside.

Amanda M.

December 29, 2017

“I use a brother CE8100. The thing I like most about it is- well it’s fairly new so I’m still figuring that out! Right now some of the things I like- it was affordable on a great clearance, it’s lightweight, and it has lots of options without a lot of buttons for my small children to move while I’m not looking! ?

Mrs. T

December 29, 2017

I use a White sewing machine… The thing I like most about it is quite simple to use. There are a lot of things I don’t like about it, but it is simple and quite uncomplicated to use.

Elaine

December 29, 2017

I have a Kenmore machine (about 10 years old). It is basic in comparison to some of today’s machines, but it gets what I need done (simple sewing with simple stitches). It is dependable and it has allowed my child to finish 4H sewing projects.

Barbie

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother that replaced my old basic Singer. What I love about the new machine is the ability to program the needle to stop either up or down. It may seem like a simple thing but it has made sewing much more enjoyable for me. It is also a workhorse and will even sew through leather without a complaint.

Joyce Stratton

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother SE 400 Embroidery & Sewing machine. The thing I like most about it is that it tells me when the bobbin is getting low. It is so nice to not keep sewing after the bobbin thread runs out.

cheryl fredson

December 29, 2017

I have a Brother sewing machine I bought online for very reasonable price when I retired. I love that it is light weight and I can easily move it. It has many stitches and I’ve sewn everything from Barbie clothes to queen size quilt tops with it.

D

December 29, 2017

I use a New Home old machine that never wears out. We have had it in our home since the 70’s. The thing I like most about it is I can use it simply without a lot of options and things that break.

J.J. Goody

December 29, 2017

I use a needle and thread. The thing I like most about it is I can control where my stitches go without worrying about impaling my finger with a machine (especially since I sew such small items). However, I would like to learn how to use my grandma’s Singer 401A with its knee pedal.

Carolyn

December 29, 2017

I use a Kenmore. The thing I like most about it is that it’s very convenient.

Robyn

December 29, 2017

“I use a Brother Quattro and a Pfaff Tiptronic. The thing I like most about the Brother is the embroidery ability and the thing I like about the Pfaff is it’s a workhorse, lightweight and easy to use.

Nadine Anderson

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother sewing machine and the thing I like most about it is the availability of accessories!

Elaine

December 29, 2017

I have an old Viking from the 60’s. At that time it was one of the few machines that had a free arm & cams for different titches. My children used it for 4H sewing projects also. It is still working & I am now using it for doll clothes.

Whitney M

December 29, 2017

I have a brother sewing machine. I like the fact that the needle always stops down in the fabric; very helpful when doing corners!

Linda

December 29, 2017

“I use a Babylock Ellageo sewing machine. The thing I like most about it is it’s reliability. I never have to adjust the tension and it does a lovely stitch.

Nancy C

December 29, 2017

I use a Kenmore machine that is 49 years old. It is an “Iron Horse”. Very heavy and has always done what I needed. I has several cams that simulate serged edges.

Rita

December 29, 2017

Marty

December 29, 2017

I use a Viking Ruby. We have a battle of wills occasionally but for the most part, it does pretty much what I ask of it.

Christina

December 29, 2017

I use a Pfaff Quilt Expression 4.0 because when my old Bernina broke down, I thought I would attempt to quilt on the machine and this one had a larger bed. I love the machine, but still quilt by hand.. The thing I like most about it is that the pfaff is a workhorse, nothing slows it down.

Denise

December 29, 2017

I have a Kenmore that has lasted over 20 years. I like how easy it is to thread and use.

Heidi

December 29, 2017

My family uses a Brother sewing machine. I love how it easily creates/sews in button holes and sews on buttons!

Rachel

December 29, 2017

I use an Elna sewing machine, I like that its sturdy and can handle even heavy sewing.

Tammy

December 29, 2017

I use a Singer 401 from the 50’s. The thing I like most about it is that it is older than I am yet still works perfectly, with lots of different stitches and it sews fast.

Holly

December 29, 2017

I use a Singer… The thing I like most about it is that it never gives me any trouble. :)

Deb Hooper

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother machine currently but hopefully will get another soon. I have always owned a Singer and do have my grandmothers old one that has the different cams for the decorative stitches. I also have a serger and an embroidery machine. The Brother is a very simple machine but I would like a better quality with more features but it has all that is needed for basic sewing.

Lyn

December 29, 2017

I have a Brother sewing/embroidery machine and a Janome sewing machine. I like the Brother for the auto needle threading and the embroidery features. The Janome was my first, it’s the work horse for heavier fabrics. But like a few others I also learnt on my grandmas Singer treadle. What a lovely job it did.

Rebecca

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina Nova. The thing I like most about it is it’s durability and overall look.

Rita Skraba

December 29, 2017

I us a Pfaff 2140. What I like the best about it is the many decorative stitch options it has and the walking foot that simply flips up out of the way when it’s not needed.

Jacque` C

December 29, 2017

I use a Pfaff 4.0 sewing machine. The thing I like most about it is that it changes from one stitch to another with just a touch of a button. So when I am doing decorative stitching on doll clothes it is easy and fast to change and it makes a big difference in how they look.

Grace

December 29, 2017

I use a  needle. The thing I like most about it is portability.

Karen

December 29, 2017

I use a 45 year old Viking Sewing machine and a brand new Singer surgery. The Viking is part of the family. It sewed my children’s clothes as babies and through at least fifth grade. It sewed my sister’s wedding dress, and now it seems for the grandkids and my dolls. I had gone back to work and forgotten the joy of sewing, but when I retired I fired up the old machine and fell in love with the new fabrics and sewing all over again.

Jaye

December 29, 2017

I use my trusty bernena. We are just such good old friends that I can’t imagine using anything else.

Jan

December 29, 2017

I use Janome 2160DC…thie thing I like the most about it is I can sew through thick material without a problem .

Deb G

December 29, 2017

I use my singer ses2000 and like it more features and and remove part for armhole feature which helps with small items like the Pixie patterns have for 18 inch dolls.

Meghan

December 29, 2017

I use a singer and a brother. I can’t remember the exact models, but they are both really basic. My favorite thing about them is that they are relatively inexpensive, so I won’t feel bad once I can’t use them anymore. I also love the fact that my singer has a thread cutter right on the machine.

Beverley

December 29, 2017

“I use a 1903 Singer manual sewing machine. The thing I like most about it is I have more control on delicate fabrics.”

Geraldine

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina 807 minimatic I bought after I graduated college while working at a fabric store. What I love about it is that it’s built to last and is simple to use. It still sews beautifully after 40 years! I also own an old Singer serger that I use occasionally but it is really temperamental and there are times that I just don’t want to fight with the darn thing! :-(

Jeri

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother CS5055PRW sewing machine that my brother gave me for Christmas a few years ago. It sews beautifully and has handled every type of project and material that I’ve tried it with I’m still learning how to use all it’s features.

Kristin

December 29, 2017

“I use a Bernina 153 QE machine .The thing I like most about it is it does some of everything, from sewing to quilting to embroidery.

Kathy

December 29, 2017

I use a Janome / New Home. DC 1050. The thing I like most about it is how easy it is to use.

Pamela Hess

December 29, 2017

I use a Babylock Destiny embroidery and sewing machine. The thing I like most about it is that there isn’t much in the area of sewing and embroidery that it cannot do! Thank you for all the patterns you offer. They are so easy to follow!

Helen

December 29, 2017

I use a Brother sewing machine and what I like most is it’s self threading.

Ruth

December 29, 2017

“I use a Brother CS6000i. The thing I like most about it is that it is so lightweight I can take it anywhere. Yet it is strong enough to hem a pair of jeans and has so many decorative stitches.

Pat Stone

December 29, 2017

I use a Kenmore, made by Janome, and love the ease of attaching various feet to make sewing doll clothes quicker and easier. It has sewn everything from basic cottons to heavy duty denim with no problems. I also love all the decorative stitches available to personalize the clothes I make for my Granddaughter.

Pauline Green

December 29, 2017

I use a janome 6062 , I find Janome so easy to use , they are a real work horse ..I just love the wellie wisher doll .

Debra

December 29, 2017

I just received a new Juki sewing machine for Christmas. I have used Singer (Athena 2,000 was my favorite) sewing machines most of my life. I did have a Baby Lock, but I gave it to my daughter.

stephanie

December 29, 2017

I have a White sewing machine. It’s at least a decade old now, and it was cheaper, but I like that it is sturdy, I can sew anything from tulle to thick vinyl and leather on it, and it has a variety of stitch functions.

Kristin

December 29, 2017

My Granddaughter would love it!

Susan Hebert

December 29, 2017

“I use a Bernina 714. The thing I like most about it is it is made of mostly metal, and does not have too many options, so it is easy to use. I received it from my parents from my high school graduation, so it has sentimental value, too.”

Kesirin

December 29, 2017

I use a brother SE325. The thing I like most about it is the embroidery function. I love embroidering on my doll clothes.

Valeri

December 29, 2017

I use a Bernina 430 metal machine for both durability and how it sews on anything . Also use my Viking Designer 1 to embellish with embroidery . I love this doll , quilt and long John’s…so cute ! Thanks !

Kim

December 29, 2017

I use a vintage Omega sewing machine. The thing I like the most about it, is the fact that it is the very first machine I’ve sewn with and it is very reliable. BUT, my grand-mother passed away lately and she left me her Singer Diana 560 sewing machine that she used for so many years. Can’t wait to begin a new project!

Linda T

December 29, 2017

I sew on Baby Lock machines. I have a Destiny, a Sofia and an Ovation serger. I love the simplicity of using these machines. I also have 2 Singer Featherweight sewing machines that are lovely to sew with also. I enjoy making the doll clothes for my granddaughter’s dolls.

Pat

December 29, 2017

I use a Viking Designer 1, actually have 2. Love that they are workhorses. Sewing is great, embroidery is great….does everything I need.

Sandy

December 29, 2017

I use an industrial Bernina, I love it!! It is fast on the sewing, has a large side table and always works. It has a few decorative stitches and I really enjoy sewing on it. I have several other sewing machines but I usually come back to this Bernina when I am trying to really get things done.

Constance

December 29, 2017

I use an old Singer Featherweight and just love the nostalgic look of it. It sews great.

June

December 29, 2017

The sewing machine I use is a Singer I have had for several years. I like it because it makes a pretty stitch and has held up well to all the doll clothes I like to make.

Susan Piefer

December 29, 2017

I use a Kenmore because it is dependable. I also have two Singers.