I saw a Kenmore 1030 for sale on offer up. Thus, I’ve decided this would be the ideal day to have a discussion about Kenmore 1030 and the 3/4 sized line of sewing machines from the series. The 3/4 line was designed by Charles ‘Chuck’ Harrison and manufactured by the Japanese Maruzen company. Harrison began […]

Morse Fotomatic 4100 Zig Zag belonged to my very best friends’ grandmother. He asked me to restore the machine and get it back in working order. Today, I will provide you with everything you need to know about this sewing machine. Note: At the end of this article, there is a parts list for Morse […]

If you’re wondering what to consider when buying a sewing machine, you’ve come to the right place. Not all sewing machines are equal. To be honest, most serious sewing enthusisasts have more than one sewing machine because each machine is designed for a different purpose. First, consider your price range. Small budgets are not always […]

The best overlocker for home use always has the same core features. Below, I will describe what features to look for in a serger/overlocker. While the best  overlocker takes 4 threads, it also allows users to sew with 2 or 3 spools. 4 thread stitches are ideal for finishing seams. For this reason, most overlockers […]

Simplicity 8849 is a great pattern for spring and cooler fall/winter months. I’ve sewn the skirt (view C) for cool weather and also completed the sleeveless dress (view D) for the spring and summer months. One of the best fabric choices for multi-season sewing is cotton… For this make, I selected an African wax print […]