How My Singer Sewing Machine Helped Me

by: Kim Granger

What do you picture when you think of the traditional craft of sewing? If you're like a lot of people you'll probably answer - "a Singer sewing machine is one of the first things that popped into my mind."

This icon has graced the homes of seamstresses and crafts enthusiasts for generations. Many people love to collect older versions of the Singer sewing machine while others favor the latest and greatest, cutting edge version with all of the bells and whistles.

Today’s Singer sewing machine offers every option that you could possibly want in this sort of crafting appliance. The possibilities are endless when it comes to the variety of projects that you can create with this valuable tool. I couldn’t imagine working without my updated version of the Singer sewing machine.

One of my absolute favorite hobbies is quilting. I have a lot of great ideas for different quilt designs including cathedral quilt patterns and baby quilt ideas as well. And I know it would be very difficult for me to accomplish these projects without the newer Singer sewing machine.

I must admit, I'm not the most talented garment maker and I struggle with many of the stitching techniques. But the Singer sewing machine helps me get the job done in spite of my weaknesses.

I find that I can even create the most intricate appliqué quilting designs with very little effort. The Singer sewing machine is so easy to use that just about anyone can work with it. If I can, trust me, just about anyone else can.

My passion for the craft of making unique quilts is relatively new. I took on the craft while spending a lot of time indoors recuperating from an accident. In order to keep me from getting too depressed during my long recovery my parents introduced me to a Singer sewing machine.

Although I wasn’t really thrilled with the idea of spending my days sitting indoors, I did like the idea of adopting a great craft that would make my time indoors productive. And I was very productive. In no time at all I was making everything from pillows to simple t shirts with my Singer sewing machine.

I later developed such a love for the craft that I began collecting antique versions of the Singer sewing machine. But these machines are rarely used by me because I'm way too spoiled by the features of my newer version.

The years have now passed and, thankfully, there's not much evidence of my injuries. But I have to admit that I am kind of glad that I went through the entire ordeal. If it wasn’t for the bicycle accident I would have never gotten my first Singer sewing machine. I just couldn’t imagine doing without it now. I've learned that all clouds really do have a silver lining.

Kim Granger is a full-time student who enjoys freelance writing in addition to her love of arts and crafts - especially sewing.