The big 4 pattern company just filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy and it’s highlighting the problem with printed sewing patterns. Who are the Big 4 Big 4 pattern company is Simplicity, McCall’s, Butterick, and Vogue. They were purchased by a private equity firm called Design Group America’s back in January of 2020. Following acquisition, the […]

Bernette B68 Maker released with an accessory box and even a vacuum cleaner. Here’s what I found out about this overlocker/coverstitch machine.  Original Release The original B68 released in 2024 with a lot of special features. The special features included Accessories The original black and white machine included a large slide table for completing bigger […]

I wanted to only speak of my Singer Touch N Sew 648, but cannot do so without giving information about the 600 line as a whole. I’ve included lots of information about the line including a full parts list for those of you interested in doing restorations. Touch N Sew 600 Series History In the […]

If you’ve got a Kenmore super high shank sewing machine, you’ve most likely run into the Kenmore adapter problem. Today, I will discuss the problem and allow you to take it from there. The Kenmore Adapter Since the super high shank presser feet aren’t available, manufacturers made a super high shank to low shank adapter  . […]

Michaels has acquired Joann intellectual property, now what? What the reports say about Michaels The company is rumored to start carrying Brother & Singer sewing machines, Oliso Smart Irons, Pellon stabilizer, and Pellon batting. In yarn, they are supposed to start carrying 60 loops & threads offerings, Big Twist yarn, and amigurumi kits. But, where will […]