This is everything I️ use for DIY
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My Sewing Machine: Singer Classic Heavy Duty 44s is my current sewing machine. I️ bought this machine used on marketplace for $85 (retails for $200+) This is an older Singer Heavy duty model that’s super beginner friendly. I think it’s super easy to use and works really well!
This specific machine is no longer available from Singer’s website so I️ am pretty sure it is discontinued. It is only available at a store I️ would never promote (hint: brand colors are blue and yellow)
A similar alternative is the Singer Heavy Duty 4423. It has similar features to the 44S like the one step button hole and 23 Built in stitches. This unit retails for $235.
My first sewing machine was the Singer Merritt 4525. I️ bought this used for $50. They originally purchased it in 1991.
My Go-To Needles: Schmetz Needles are my tried and true brand. These came with the first sewing machine I️ got used and I️ won’t use anything else. They’re strong and I’ve not had any needles break on me (knock on wood!). Below are my more commonly used needles but Schmetz also makes specific needles for your project like embroidery, leather, jeans, etc.
For Woven, Linen & Cotton Fabric: Schmetz Universal Needles Size 90/14. I️ buy these in bulk because I️ sew with mostly linen and cotton. They start at about $7 for a 5 needle card pack. I️ was able to find them on sale for $16 for 10, 5 needle card packs (50 needles). Buy them here.
For Knit, Stretchy Clothing: Schmetz Stretch Needles Size 90/14 These have a slightly rounded tip that is appropriate for knit, stretchy fabrics. They retail for $6 for a 5 needle card pack. Buy them here.
Sewing Notions: Other useful sewing accessories that I️ use every time I️ sew!
Seam Ripper and Tape Measure Combo: $15 for a 3 pack. Highly recommend owning multiples of these!
Fabric Scissors with Comfort Grip: $11 Mine was gifted from my mom. ONLY use fabric scissors for fabric.
Thread Cutters: $11 I️ was gifted these too and can’t find a similar product. So I️ linked the one I️ would probably buy.
OR starting from $0?
This Singer Sewing Starter Kit has everything you would need to get started for $14. I️ would definitely pick this up if I️ had nothing.
My Sewing Setup
Skincare Ingredients
Shea Butter: Singer Classic Heavy Duty 44s is my current sewing machine. I️ bought this machine used on marketplace for $85 (retails for $200+) This is an older Singer Heavy duty model that’s super beginner friendly. I think it’s super easy to use and works really well!
This specific machine is no longer available from Singer’s website so I️ am pretty sure it is discontinued. It is only available at a store I️ would never promote (hint: brand colors are blue and yellow)
A similar alternative is the Singer Heavy Duty 4423. It has similar features to the 44S like the one step button hole and 23 Built in stitches. This unit retails for $235.
My first sewing machine was the Singer Merritt 4525. I️ bought this used for $50. They originally purchased it in 1991.
My Go-To Needles: Schmetz Needles are my tried and true brand. These came with the first sewing machine I️ got used and I️ won’t use anything else. They’re strong and I’ve not had any needles break on me (knock on wood!). Below are my more commonly used needles but Schmetz also makes specific needles for your project like embroidery, leather, jeans, etc.
For Woven, Linen & Cotton Fabric: Schmetz Universal Needles Size 90/14. I️ buy these in bulk because I️ sew with mostly linen and cotton. They start at about $7 for a 5 needle card pack. I️ was able to find them on sale for $16 for 10, 5 needle card packs (50 needles). Buy them here.
For Knit, Stretchy Clothing: Schmetz Stretch Needles Size 90/14 These have a slightly rounded tip that is appropriate for knit, stretchy fabrics. They retail for $6 for a 5 needle card pack. Buy them here.
Ball Mason Jars
Lip Balm Tubes
2oz Glass Containers with Metal Lids
Tools, Accessories & Containers
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