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
ALEX had me at the box. The sewing machine comes in a darling heavy cardboard suitcase and so does the sewing kit —too cute.
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.
They sewed
and sewed!
They stuffed.
They finished! (It’s an elephant)
There is just something about young boy fingers
and little girl’s toes sewing that makes my heart leap with joy!
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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My girls got one as a gift and it didn’t sew very well AT ALL. Just came unraveled…they were so dissapointed. I’m excited to hear/and see that this one works great! Wish us luck!
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Looks like fun!
This is too cute! I think my son would even like this. My daughter is only 3. Soon though!
This is a cute little machine. What a great way to introduce sewing to someone without having to be worried about them breaking my big machine.
How neat this is – fingers are crossed.
Oh! My little girl wants to learn how to sew and it would be so much fun if we won this!
Oh! It looks perfect for little hands!
Thank you so much for this opportunity – sewing is a lost art!
Both of my sons are fascinated with my sewing machine. I want to get them a small one at some point, but like you I wasn’t sure about getting a “toy” (I had one as a kid, and it was just frustrating to use…). Looks great, though!
Hi just joined yesterday after stumbling across you through google. I am so impressed by everything here, a little envious that you are the mom I want to be, but most importantly I am inspired. By the way what a great photographer you are as well.Stop already:)
It’s cute, would be fun for my kids to sew along side me.
Too cute! Our school is offering sewing classes after school and my girls are loving them! This would just be the cherry on top of the sundae!