September is National Sewing month, so there is no better time to get sewing.  I received an Alex Toys Sew Fun Sewing Machine
from ALEX Toys and also one to giveaway for one very lucky reader. Another lucky reader will receive their cool My First Sewing Kit

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ALEX had me at the box. The sewing machine comes in a darling heavy cardboard suitcase and so does the sewing kit —too cute.

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I was hesitant at first.  I had read about kid’s sewing machines and it  seemed most people recommend just buying a simple full size  sewing machine. However, is hard to explain how much excitement this little machine brought to my house. Even my husband was hooked! So they got busy!

The planned and pinned.

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They sewed

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and sewed!

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They stuffed.

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They finished! (It’s an elephant)

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There is just something about young boy fingersALEX5

and little girl’s toes sewing that makes my heart leap with joy!

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They had such a good time.  I have no idea how long this machine will last, but it seems durable enough.  We have not tackled the projects included with the sewing machine yet, but they look simple. The machine was ready to go straight from the box, which added to the fun and excitement.  I do wish it had a reverse stitch. I was worried that the loud noise it makes might scare the children—but not around here.  My daughter has asked everyday to sew. I think the small size and colorful style make it appealing and accessible for children.

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  1. This looks like a fabulous tool, simple enough for kids and so colorful it makes me want to use it. Would love to get one or the sewing kit even though I do not have any children at home now. Thanks for showing it and the elephant is great.

  2. I got my Mom a similar machine it was perfect. She doesn’t sew but occassionaly needs to do something with a machine. I agree – they need a BACKSTITCH

  3. I just got a new machine and my oldest always wants to use it. I would love to be able to give her her own.

  4. Can not do twitter right now,they keep coming back with service temporarily unavailable.I will try again in a few minutes,if I can get on.I will come back and put more comments:)

  8. Just added Skip to My Lou to my blog lists!! Although I don’t know why I haven’t done it before! You were already on my favorites!

  13. my son would love this – although I was sent home with my sewing project in junior high and just marked on the written !

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