Choose a Vintage Sewing Machine

Struggling to decide on what vintage sewing machine to buy? Need all of this information in one easily accessible place? Choose a Vintage Sewing Machine is the course that will help answer all your questions.

There is a huge choice of vintage sewing machines available to purchase. When I first started buying vintage sewing machines, I had to spend hours researching the various makes and models: there was nowhere I could find all of this information in one place. I’ve taken all of the knowledge that I’ve acquired and created Choose a Vintage Sewing Machine so you will have all this information in one easy to access resource.

In Choose a Vintage Sewing Machine I take you step-by-step through the process of choosing a vintage sewing machine:

  • Why Buy – Decide what you are looking for in a machine
  • Considerations – Decide what features are important in a machine
  • Model Review – Review the more common models so you can see what options are available

Following these steps will ensure that choosing a vintage sewing machine does not become overwhelming. You will be able to quickly zero in on which model(s) are best suited for your type of sewing and be confident that you will be satisfied with your choice of vintage sewing machine.

Choose a Vintage Sewing Machine is designed around videos that dive deep into each of the steps - there is no better way to learn about vintage sewing machines than by seeing them in action, but it also includes a guide. The guide provides all the information from the videos in written form in case you would rather learn by reading. In addition, there are reference materials that you can use when you choosing your own vintage sewing machine. All of this information is downloadable so you can print it out and have it close at hand for reference if you so choose.

The best way to view the content is by viewing it online because the software presents the information in a logical format that will keep you on track, however all the videos, references, and guides can be downloaded so that you can keep them forever. Further down this page you will see the curriculum for the course and samples of what you will get when you purchase the course.

I talk about vintage SINGER® sewing machines in the course. The concepts that I teach you will apply to any vintage sewing machine but I prefer to focus on SINGER® because of the number of machines and spare parts that are available. I would recommend that anyone who is just starting to purchase vintage sewing machines limit their search to SINGER® sewing machine models.

It won’t be long before you are ready to get one of your own.

I’m thrilled to share Choose a Vintage Sewing Machine with you and I know that you will enjoy learning all about vintage sewing machine.

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  • Kim Jamieson-Hirst

    About the Instructor

    Kim Jamieson-Hirst has been a quilter and a teacher for over 15 years. She has an eclectic taste in quilting and has tried everything from appliqué to piecing and embroidery. Along the way she also picked up an obsession with collecting vintage sewing machines.Kim started Chatterbox Quilts in 2008 with a line of quilting, hand embroidery, and soft toy patterns. Over the past several years Kim has transitioned to creating YouTube and Facebook Live videos, blogging, as well as hosting Facebook groups focusing on inspiring and encouraging quilters through education. Currently Kim enjoys sharing her quilting adventures through her videos, blog, and her Reclaim the Joy column in Quilter's Connection magazine.Kim has taught exclusively online since 2014 with the release of courses on appliqué, hand embroidery, and vintage sewing machines. In addition, she hosts online quilt alongs using videos and Facebook groups to engage with members from around the world.

    Kim Jamieson-Hirst

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“Thank you for your enthusiasm and knowledge! I acquired a vintage Singer sewing machine and now am excited to learn more about it and actually use it!”

KC B

“Thanks, you delivered an excellent presentation and have motivated me to buy a vintage sewing machine.”

Rochelle

“I loved this program , and I own 5 vintage sewing machines I can actually sew on and I love them all. Yes I have a "modern " one also, but hardly use it. I especially love my treadle machine.”

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Course curriculum

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  • 01
    Introduction
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    • Welcome!
  • 02
    Chapter 1 - Why Buy A Vintage Sewing Machine
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    • Lesson 1 - Why Buy a Vintage Sewing Machine (2:00)
    • Lesson 2 - 5 Reasons to Buy a Vintage Sewing Machine (8:28)
    • Lesson 3 - Singer Sewing Company History (5:04)
    • Lesson 4 - Vintage Sewing Machine Categories (6:05)
    • References for Vintage Sewing Machines (Reference)
  • 03
    Chapter 2 - Considerations When Choosing A Machine
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    • Lesson 5 - Considerations (13:22)
  • 04
    Chapter 3 - Singer Sewing Machine Models
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  • 05
    Guides
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If you have always wanted to know more about vintage sewing machines, but didn’t know where to find this information, Choose A Vintage Sewing Machine is the course for you. In this course, you’ll get video instructions, downloadable guides and reference sheets.

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FAQ

Answers to all your questions

  • What is a Vintage Sewing Machine?

    For the purposes of this course, these are all metal, straight stitch, quality sewing machines manufactured before 1960.

  • Why should I buy a Vintage Sewing Machine?

    Vintage sewing machines are durable, reliable machines that fit the needs of most sewists. They will last for decades and are still readily available and inexpensive to purchase.They are beautifully crafted and you can restore and maintain them yourself.

  • Why should you buy this course?

    With Choose a Vintage Sewing Machine you will save time and money when you are ready to purchase your first, or next, vintage sewing machine. You won’t have to struggle for hours trying to find information on vintage sewing machines: I’ve provided all of this information for you in the course.

    The content in Choose a Vintage Sewing Machine can be accessed at your convenience. Unlike a “live” class, you won’t have to keep up with the teacher: you can stop the videos at any time and review any sections you wish. The program includes a guide and reference materials that can be printed out – or not – which means you don’t have to take any notes as you work your way through the program. We’ve done the notetaking for you!

    Choose a Vintage Sewing Machine includes the best of both worlds: you can watch the videos or read the guide, whichever you prefer. You can always do both – the choice is up to you.

    Choose a Vintage Sewing Machine is a digital product which means you can access the guides and videos anywhere, at any time. You can download the content and it is yours to keep and refer to forever.

  • Who should buy this course?

    If you are interested in acquiring a vintage sewing machine, but don’t know where to start, Choose a Vintage Sewing Machine is the course for you.

    If you want to learn about various easily available vintage sewing machine models, Choose a Vintage Sewing Machine will give you information on this.

    If you want to buy a vintage sewing machine, but don’t know what features they have or what model of machine would be best for you, Choose a Vintage Sewing Machine will help you make this decision.

  • Who shouldn’t buy this course?

    Hard-core vintage sewing machine collectors or restorers who already know everything about older sewing machines should not buy this course. You may, however, want to purchase another of the separate courses to enhance your knowledge in a specific area

  • Will I enjoy the course?

    We certainly hope so! If you are interested in vintage sewing machines, this course is for you. Check out the Course Curriculum section of this page to find a sample of the content in Choose a Vintage Sewing Machine.

  • Will this program help me buy any brand of sewing machine?

    n the program, I use SINGER® sewing machines to demonstrate the techniques and information. SINGER® sewing machines are still easy to find, inexpensive to buy, and you can easily find replacement parts. While Choose a Vintage Sewing Machine won’t provide you with information on all vintage sewing machine makes, similar principles apply to most vintage sewing machines.

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