By The Way….Did You Get A New Sewing Machine For The Holidays?
12-26-2018, 09:44 PM
#22
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Best husband ever.
I didn't think he could beat last year's gift, which he called "A Year Together". He printed a monthly calendar, and he had planned something for us to do together as a couple in every month. We spent a weekend at the beach in January; took a glass blowing class in February; March was a murder mystery dinner theater; April was a weekend at a local resort lodge. We took a motorcycle endorsement class together; we went on a dinner cruise; we took an awesome bbq/grill class together; you get the idea. We had so much fun, did a lot of things we've wanted to do for a long time, and grew even closer. My friends were so envious. I told our kids that he showed me the best gift was time spent together.
This year I really didn't think he could top last year's gift, but what was under the tree? A 26" Innova.
They're coming to set up the frame and machine on Friday. I am beyond excited!
I didn't think he could beat last year's gift, which he called "A Year Together". He printed a monthly calendar, and he had planned something for us to do together as a couple in every month. We spent a weekend at the beach in January; took a glass blowing class in February; March was a murder mystery dinner theater; April was a weekend at a local resort lodge. We took a motorcycle endorsement class together; we went on a dinner cruise; we took an awesome bbq/grill class together; you get the idea. We had so much fun, did a lot of things we've wanted to do for a long time, and grew even closer. My friends were so envious. I told our kids that he showed me the best gift was time spent together.
This year I really didn't think he could top last year's gift, but what was under the tree? A 26" Innova.
They're coming to set up the frame and machine on Friday. I am beyond excited!
12-26-2018, 10:24 PM
#23
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Location: Houston, AK
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I’m excited to share that I purchased (with DH’s blessing) a Janome Skyline S7 in early December. It is quite an upgrade for me as my previous machine was a Brother Simplicity SB700T. I am absolutely in love with my new machine. I am happily sewing more and not fighting my machine as much. I made an entire quilt as a Christmas present already. I hope everyone is enjoying their gifts!
12-27-2018, 10:30 AM
#26
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I have 2 Pfaff Ambition Essential Machines. One stays set up for piecing and one stays in the travel case for taking to Retreats. I love this machine! I also have a Bernina 430 that I keep set up and use it mostly for binding. Enjoy your new machine.
12-27-2018, 06:10 PM
#27
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Location: Boothbay Maine
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Peckish...I love the idea your DH had last year and am excited for your Innova gift this year too.
My DH has always been supportive of my quilting hobby. We designed a room addition over our garage in spring of 2017 in the pursuit of my dream to eventually have a longarm machine. Ta dah! My Bernina Q24 was delivered on a truck this afternoon. Now I just have to wait for a team to come set it up.
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My DH has always been supportive of my quilting hobby. We designed a room addition over our garage in spring of 2017 in the pursuit of my dream to eventually have a longarm machine. Ta dah! My Bernina Q24 was delivered on a truck this afternoon. Now I just have to wait for a team to come set it up.
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12-28-2018, 04:42 AM
#28
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Location: Milton DE
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I also have several machines set up...Vintage 301 Singer, Reproduction new Singer featherweight, my combo Viking SE emb/sewing, Singer emb machine and Sashiko Babylock...I have several more vintage machines to set up for display and use but have to figure all that out still. We recently built a new home and I made sure my Sewing Studio was super Large after working in a 11x13 rm for yrs.
12-28-2018, 04:58 AM
#29
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Location: Mendocino Coast, CA
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No, but I gave a machine to my DIL and her daughter for Christmas. I don't think it went over well. 
They didn't seem very enthusiastic about receiving it...a beautiful Singer 301A, in perfect condition that came out of my collection of old machines. Maybe it will come back to me, or maybe they'll be inspired to start sewing. Time will tell.
~ C
They didn't seem very enthusiastic about receiving it...a beautiful Singer 301A, in perfect condition that came out of my collection of old machines. Maybe it will come back to me, or maybe they'll be inspired to start sewing. Time will tell. ~ C
12-28-2018, 05:05 AM
#30
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Location: Boothbay Maine
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I’m excited to share that I purchased (with DH’s blessing) a Janome Skyline S7 in early December. It is quite an upgrade for me as my previous machine was a Brother Simplicity SB700T. I am absolutely in love with my new machine. I am happily sewing more and not fighting my machine as much. I made an entire quilt as a Christmas present already. I hope everyone is enjoying their gifts!
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