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01-17-2016, 09:34 AM

Samantha0814

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Hello from Kentucky.

Hi everyone, I'm new to the group. Actually new to the sewing machine too. My mother in law gave me a 1970s kenmore solid state sewing machine model 566-19142. I absolutely love it. Only problem I have is I've never used one. I learned by hand. Hopefully you all will be helpful if I may ask a strange question.

01-17-2016, 09:39 AM

Tartan

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Welcome from Ontario, Canada.

01-17-2016, 09:40 AM

orangeroom

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Welcome from New York state! My first machine was a kenmore too, from my MIL! Used it for close to 20 years. Perfect for straight stitching, which is what most of piecing is all about!

01-17-2016, 09:57 AM

Mariposa

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Welcome from Washington! You'll find lots of info, and helpful folks here! Happy stitching!

01-17-2016, 10:00 AM

quiltingcandy

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Welcome from Southern California!!!

It sounds like she gave you a good hard working machine to learn on, everyone here loves to help whenever we can.

01-17-2016, 11:07 AM

crafty pat

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Welcome from SC Texas.

01-17-2016, 01:29 PM

ManiacQuilter2

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Welcome from Southern California. I had home economics in 7th grade and learn to sew from my Grandmother. Take your time because in fact, it is a power tool. No question is too dumb. Just remind us you are a newbie. I hope you find the inspiration that I do from this site. Just one hint, don't make your first quilt a king size. I did!