The Joy of Vintage Sewing Machines
A 12-part course with Chatterbox Quilts
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Kim Jamieson-Hirst is the quilter behind Chatterbox Quilts and creator of several quilting programs and courses. Kim shares her quilting knowledge through her YouTube channel, Chatterbox Quilts’ Facebook group, and private online membership, The... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 4 hr, 25 min
- Lessons 12
- Attachments 85
- Exercises 79
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138 CQ
12 Lessons in This Course
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10 minFREESewing lesson 1Free6 CQ
Do you plan to use all the fancy decorative stitches that come standard on new sewing machines? In this lesson, discover the world of vintage sewing machines.
with Chatterbox QuiltsDo you plan to use all the fancy decorative stitches that come standard on new sewing machines? In this lesson, discover the world of vintage sewing machines.
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10 minSewing lesson 26 CQ
There are many makes and models of vintage sewing machines. In this lesson, discover the history of Singer, and learn about the evolution of sewing machines!
with Chatterbox QuiltsThere are many makes and models of vintage sewing machines. In this lesson, discover the history of Singer, and learn about the evolution of sewing machines!
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24 minSewing lesson 313 CQ
You can get some great deals when shopping for a vintage sewing machine if you know where to look! Learn what to consider, and where to buy, a vintage machine.
with Chatterbox QuiltsYou can get some great deals when shopping for a vintage sewing machine if you know where to look! Learn what to consider, and where to buy, a vintage machine.
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34 minSewing lesson 418 CQ
Learn the process of evaluating a vintage sewing machine including what to research, tools you need, and the specific items to assess before making a purchase.
with Chatterbox QuiltsLearn the process of evaluating a vintage sewing machine including what to research, tools you need, and the specific items to assess before making a purchase.
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17 minSewing lesson 59 CQ
Learn what attachments were typically included with the original Singer sewing machine and also what were available separately.
with Chatterbox QuiltsLearn what attachments were typically included with the original Singer sewing machine and also what were available separately.
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35 minSewing lesson 618 CQ
Vintage sewing machines will range from fully restored to total junk. Learn how to rejuvenate a vintage machine yourself with simple tools and elbow grease!
with Chatterbox QuiltsVintage sewing machines will range from fully restored to total junk. Learn how to rejuvenate a vintage machine yourself with simple tools and elbow grease!
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13 minSewing lesson 77 CQ
Learn how to oil and clean a vintage sewing machine to keep it in top operating condition! Review what materials you need, and the steps to take for cleaning.
with Chatterbox QuiltsLearn how to oil and clean a vintage sewing machine to keep it in top operating condition! Review what materials you need, and the steps to take for cleaning.
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15 minSewing lesson 88 CQ
Often the best deals on vintage sewing machines will be for machines that need repairs. Learn techniques to rejuvenate even junky looking machines in no time!
with Chatterbox QuiltsOften the best deals on vintage sewing machines will be for machines that need repairs. Learn techniques to rejuvenate even junky looking machines in no time!
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29 minSewing lesson 915 CQ
The classic era of sewing machines includes some of the most iconic and beautiful models ever produced. Learn about the differences between these models!
with Chatterbox QuiltsThe classic era of sewing machines includes some of the most iconic and beautiful models ever produced. Learn about the differences between these models!
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17 minSewing lesson 109 CQ
Tour through some of the most exciting transitional vintage Singer sewing machines! Take a look at a restored vintage Singer 301, 401J, and 500 Rocketeer.
with Chatterbox QuiltsTour through some of the most exciting transitional vintage Singer sewing machines! Take a look at a restored vintage Singer 301, 401J, and 500 Rocketeer.
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33 minCrafts lesson 1117 CQ
Learn to make a table topper for your vintage sewing machine cabinet! In this lesson, make a simple table topper with pre-cut fabric for easy construction.
with Chatterbox QuiltsLearn to make a table topper for your vintage sewing machine cabinet! In this lesson, make a simple table topper with pre-cut fabric for easy construction.
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22 minSewing lesson 1212 CQ
Follow sewing enthusiast Kim Jamieson-Hirst and discover how to make a simple bed extension cozy with scraps of leftover fabric and your sewing machine!
with Chatterbox QuiltsFollow sewing enthusiast Kim Jamieson-Hirst and discover how to make a simple bed extension cozy with scraps of leftover fabric and your sewing machine!
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21172 min21-part Crafts course95 CQ
Appliqué, the process of sewing small fabric pieces onto a background, is an exciting way to explore textiles. In this course, learn about fusible web appliqué and construct a floral hanging quilt.
with Chatterbox QuiltsAppliqué, the process of sewing small fabric pieces onto a background, is an exciting way to explore textiles. In this course, learn about fusible web appliqué and construct a floral hanging quilt.
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778 min7-part Crafts course44 CQ
Hand embroidery is enjoying a comeback, and why not: it's portable, easy, and inexpensive. In this crafts course review the tools, learn to trace designs, and finally try a flourishing heart project!
with Chatterbox QuiltsHand embroidery is enjoying a comeback, and why not: it's portable, easy, and inexpensive. In this crafts course review the tools, learn to trace designs, and finally try a flourishing heart project!
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7138 min7-part Clothes Making course73 CQ
Making your own clothes isn’t as difficult as it sounds. Follow along as Mimi G—fashion designer and style blogger—shows you how to put together a cute DIY skirt from start to finish.
with Mimi G StyleMaking your own clothes isn’t as difficult as it sounds. Follow along as Mimi G—fashion designer and style blogger—shows you how to put together a cute DIY skirt from start to finish.
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10119 min10-part Clothes Making course63 CQ
Hate it when you find the perfect dress, but it just doesn't fit? In this comprehensive DIY sewing course, Professor Pincushion shows you how to make your own fitted bodice to complement a homemade skirt. Learn which measurements to take, how to draft the basic bodice block and pattern, and, finally, sew the garment together for a professional look. Your creativity and handiwork will be rewarded with a statement dress.
with Professor PincushionHate it when you find the perfect dress, but it just doesn't fit? In this comprehensive DIY sewing course, Professor Pincushion shows you how to make your own fitted bodice to complement a homemade skirt. Learn which measurements to take, how to draft the basic bodice block and pattern, and, finally, sew the garment together for a professional look. Your creativity and handiwork will be rewarded with a statement dress.
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21172 min21-part Crafts course95 CQ
Appliqué, the process of sewing small fabric pieces onto a background, is an exciting way to explore textiles. In this course, learn about fusible web appliqué and construct a floral hanging quilt.
with Chatterbox QuiltsAppliqué, the process of sewing small fabric pieces onto a background, is an exciting way to explore textiles. In this course, learn about fusible web appliqué and construct a floral hanging quilt.
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19233 min19-part Clothes Making course126 CQ
Discover how to design and sew a perfect little black dress that is customized to your own body's measurements in this pattern drafting and sewing course from Sure Fit Designs.
with Sure Fit DesignsDiscover how to design and sew a perfect little black dress that is customized to your own body's measurements in this pattern drafting and sewing course from Sure Fit Designs.
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653 min6-part Clothes Making course30 CQ
In this sewing course, seamstress Izzy Meimsaab demonstrates how to make a flattering peplum tunic step-by-step, from drafting the pattern to sewing the tunic into a ready-to-wear piece.
with Izzy MeimsaabIn this sewing course, seamstress Izzy Meimsaab demonstrates how to make a flattering peplum tunic step-by-step, from drafting the pattern to sewing the tunic into a ready-to-wear piece.