Singer sewing machine
Singer has released the 160 limited edition to celebrate the company’s 160th anniversary.
Congratulations to the winner! B Mulholland, Glenelg, SA, who will no doubt enjoy many more happy memories on her brand new 160 Limited Edition Singer sewing machine.
The Singer sewing machine is a much-loved icon worldwide. And to celebrate the 160th anniversary of the Singer sewing machine company, a very special limited edition sewing machine is now available.
It’s the Singer 160 – and the Into Craft team explored this stylish, easy-to-use machine, noted some of its benefits and include some interesting milestones of this timeless brand too.
The brand name Singer has been synonymous with sewing for more than a century and is still known around the world.
Into Craft has ONE machine to giveaway to a lucky reader. The Competition is now closed!
Just email your earliest Singer memory to info@intocraft.com.au (50 words or less). And we have another FIVE machines to giveaway at our Craft and Sewing Shows.
Singer milestones that have made the brand Singer synonymous with ‘sewing’
1850 – Isaac Merritt Singer developed the world’s first practical sewing machine.
1851 – Singer formed I.M. Singer & Company with New York lawyer Edward C. Clark, following Singer’s first lockstitch sewing machine patent. The Singer Sewing Machine is offered for sale all over the United States. Within two years Singer is the leading manufacturer and marketer of sewing machines in the United States.
1852 – Singer patented a tension device.
1853 – The company is renamed Singer Manufacturing Company and the first Singer sewing machines, made in New York, sell for $100 each.
1870 – The Singer Company sells 170,000 machines. The Singer Manufacturing Company opened sales and distribution centres in England. The Singer Red “S” girl trademark made her debut. The trademark is produced in several languages, becoming one of the most recognised trademarks in the world.
1965 – Singer introduces the ‘Touch and Sew’ sewing machines. Consolidated sales reached $979.8 million.
1975 – Singer introduces the world’s first electronic sewing machine, the Athena 2000.
2012 – The Singer 160 is released.
- SwiftSmart threading system – with automatic needle threader
- OneTouch stitch selection – easy to select, easy to personalize
- Simple stitch adjustment keeps seams strong and prevents bunching
- Quick View stitch setting displays optimal stitch size for sewing ease
- Drop & Sew bobbin system – automatic bobbin thread pick up for quicker threading
- Presser foot sensor ensures the presser foot is in the correct position for an easy start
- Extra-Large sewing space allows you to easily manage quilts and large projects
- Drop Feed for free motion sewing and creative topstitching
- FREE accessories included – important extras to get you started
- Quick Start Guide included to help you get set up in five minutes
- Machine introductory DVD offers a complete introduction to this special sewing machine
And another FIVE SINGER 160 SEWING MACHINES TO BE WON during the year!
There will also be one Limited Edition Singer 160 worth $659 given away at every Craft and Sewing Show around Australia in 2012!
If you visit the Craft and Sewing Show, be sure to take a look at this unique sewing machine. Visit www.craftandsew.com.au for locations and dates. There is a ‘show special’ price at every Craft and Sewing Show for you to take advantage of too – Singer is offering a $160 trade-in on sales of this unique sewing machine.
Terms and Conditions of Entry Earliest Memory of a Singer – 50 words or less The competition commences February 2, 2012 and closes 5pm February 24, 2012. The winner will be selected at 4/1 Skyline Place, French Forests on Monday February 27 at 3pm. There will be one winner. The judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. The competition is open to Australian residents only. Employees and immediate families of Expertise Events Pty Ltd and Blessington Pty Limited are ineligible to enter. The prize is not transferable or exchangeable for cash. This competition is a game of skill and therefore chance plays no part in determining the winners. The total prize value is $659. By entering the competition you consent to Expertise Events reproducing your statement which we may use in all media formats including print and electronic. All entrants’ contact details may be used for promotional purposes by Expertise Events.
Growing up, our Mom had a Singer with which she patched jeans, sewed Barbie doll clothes, and later prom dresses. I sewed many of my own clothes during my preteen and teen years. However my funniest memory of Singer is when I was in my first year of high school. When our Home Economics teacher asked who had used a sewing machine before, I proudly raised my hand. Unknowingly, I therefore, was assigned the Singer that had no reverse, straight stich only! I had so desired to use the more advanced, drop down bobbin machines with automated bobbin winders and multiple stich selections!!
Mum took her Singer Sewing Machine when immigrating to Australia in 1949.
Dad worked on the Snowy Hydro Scheme. Mum, myself and my brother stayed in
Camp. Mum taught me to sew on her Singer at four years old. I still have one today.
It loves Heirloom Sewing and Quilting.
My earliest memory of Singer: Late 1950′s being taught to sew aged 10 at Primary School in New Zealand which ignited a lifelong passion
When I was small I thought everyone’s Mother had a sewing machine and made clothes for their Family. I didn’t realize how lucky I was until later. On Mum’s ‘Class No201K’ electric I learned to sew, my dolls clothes and then my own. It sewed the best straight lines, added ruffles and bound seams effortlessly. These days, it is my special quilter. It turned 72 six months ago and so will I, next month.
Grade 8 Home Ec class – I finished sewing my shorts and killed some time playing with my teachers lighter – Unfortunately my class mate had used an excessive amount of hairspray.
It was only a brief flame but left a wonderful smell. – No students were hurt in this story
My Dad’s shed was like Aladdin’s cave to me when I was little, for ages my Nanny’s old Singer (with cabinet!) sat in there, waiting to be used. Sadly it was gone before I was old enough to get interested in sewing!
My mama worked night shift to save up for her first and only Singer sewing machine. Just like Dad, who spent his free time cleaning and taking care of his new car, Mum had her special place for her machine. Every weekend, she would complete her dress orders and during her free time, she’d teach me how to create my own quilts. Its amazing, how one simple idea, created a machine that can create clothes for the whole family and endless gift ideas.
Forty years ago I was ten years old and eagerly awaiting a pair of hot pants my sister was sewing for me on her new singer sewing machine. Alas, I’m still waiting for her to finish them!
I learnt on my grandmother’s treadle machine when I was eight. I made a floral throw-over. That was 45 years ago, and I’m still sewing