Thank you, Joie! After confessing to not cleaning, guess what? I cleaned my machine AND oiled it! Will miracles never cease! 😂. She’s running like a champ!! Hugs to you, dear Joie! 😘❤️

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for offering your help with this video Gayle, it was fun and super interesting to hear, and share, which sewing machine or indeed machines we each use. Hope I didn't overshare!! 🤭👍💜 Delighted to hear that it's now running so well!🥰

@gayleagostinelli_ct

2 жыл бұрын

@@joiedefi 😂. You didn’t over share at all, my friend! It’s no secret that I’m a bad sewing machine mom! 😂. Thanks so much for including me! 🤗❤️

Your video is still awesome a year later. Being a new journalist and I flunked sewing in high school; really helps me out.

@joiedefi

3 ай бұрын

Oooh thanks very much!!

Your videos are always so thoughtfully done and so informative. You obviously put in the time to organize and prepare. Thank you for this interesting video. I hope you are doing well.

@joiedefi

3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much

A lot of people don't know that the tension you showed us is for the top thread. However there is a very small screw on the bobbin holder that adjusts the bottom thread. If you don't know this you could very likely need to take your machine to a repairman. In my area it cost $100 just to put your machine on the bench! Then you would be charged for adjusting the tension. Turn the bobbin screw in very, very small increments to adjust it. This I have learned from 50 years of using a sewing machine. I got my first one at 10 years old. I now have 4 machines and i use all of them for different sewing needs. Going from oldest to newest I have a White Jeans Machine, White Serger, Bernina185E (I use the most) and a Brother Quilting machine.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic feedback!!!!! I will try this!!💜

I've been sewing for years, but I'm sure beginners will find this information useful. Great video!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Lovely feedback, thanks so much!!💜

Having taught sewing classes to people who are buying their machines one of the simple tips for tension is that you pull the bottom thread and one hand the bobbin thread and one hand and the top thread that comes through your needle in the other hand and pull them simultaneously and if they come together at the same rate your fine if they don't then you know that your tension needs to be adjusted until they are equal. This is a long explanation for a very simple task sorry. Give it a try

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

An excellent tip!!👍😁💜

Two years ago at the start of the pandemic I bought a Brother sewing machine on Amazoin in order to make face masks for my family and friends. I knew nothing about sewing. One day while browsing KZread for videos on how to make masks, a moment of serendipity occurred. I saw a video of Johanna Clough making journals. Then I found you Joie and I was “hook, line, and sinker” head over heels in love with making junk journals and paper crafting ever since!!! I think your Hobby Craft midi is really a good value! Thank you for sharing this very informative video! 🧵🪡📚🥰

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Wow!!! You made my day!!💜💜

Joie: well, this was just a worthwhile video. Believe it or not, I have my Mother’s sewing machine (1957), that I use for fabrics. I haven’t sewn paper on it yet. A little hesitant to do so. I was thinking of purchasing another one for sewing paper. And I,too want something simple. So you gave me some ideas for investigation. Thank you for being on top of things. Let me also say this. I do my crafting for pure relaxation and enjoyment. I don’t have a shop,and I don’t sell my crafts. For all of you that are crafting for pleasure, and it is your business, a machine is a really important tool. So your video is a very helpful one. I think the journal community is one of the best group of people I know. Thank you. Carol from California

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

I agree about this community, you said it very well. Lovely to see you again Carol, sending hugs!!💜

Thank you for this super video. It was hugely helpful as I am on the verge of adding a new machine for my embroidery. I have been looking at £400 + machines and I now realise that expensive doesn't necessarily mean they are better. I do fancy an embroidery machine but also now think I don't need 100+ stitches. Thank you Joie and really hope to see you online again soon. ❤

@joiedefi

2 ай бұрын

Thanks Lynda

From this video alone, you have a new subscriber in me. Thank you

@joiedefi

Жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks very much Shaz!! Welcome to my channel, lots more to see! Welcome to the family!🥰👍💜

@SD-nh5yr

13 күн бұрын

Me too...july 2024🙏❤️✌️

I have an old singer. Heavy and it stays in one spot. I use it on all my junk journal projects. It has just the basic stitches; straight, and a couple of different zig zags. I do not use the reverse button as I knot and tie off my threads. What is important is being able to give it brush (especially around the bobbin area) as paper dust can collect around the needle area and clog things up after a while.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Mine is getting dusty, that's a very good point!🥰👍

if you don't have a speed dial with low to hi not to worry the amount of pressure you put on the presser foot will control the speed

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Good point!👍🥰

Thanks Joie! I'm a paper sewing newbie and I appreciate you breaking down the basics.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome

super helpful - I'm considering getting rid of a heavy metal Singer and getting something much more lightweight because all I really do is mend and do paper journaling now. Thanks for this video.

@barbarathurston4795

5 ай бұрын

ps I also meant to say that I am still sending healing hugs your way. I've been there and have come out the other side and I send you hope and best wishes. blessings, Barbara

Thank you so much! I have wanted a video like this forever!!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!💜

Another great video for the beginner journal maker Joie!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nancy 💜💜💜

Thank you for all these wonderful tips!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure Toni 👍🥰💜

thanks so much for this tutorial. I just started sewing lessons. so all information about sewing machines is welcome. and again you explain so clearly. thx!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Great feedback, thanks so much Lotte!!💜💜🌿

Great tutorial; very, very helpful!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much! I really appreciate that!😀👍💜

I have to confess to being a sewing machine addict. I have several ranging from antiques to heavy duty quilting machines. Having said that my love is hand sewing. I often hand sew garments instead of pulling out machine. I found this video useful because I am in the market for a new machine that I can use for paper. I will keep my expensive machines for their normal uses. I remember when I did sewing at school (many decades ago) I had to sew lines of holes in brown paper until the teacher was satisfied I could use a machine. They were hand cranked machines back then. I think my antique singer is the best machine I have ever sewed on. It is a beast that will take on anything and just keeps on working.

@joiedefi

Жыл бұрын

Great memories!!💜

Thanks for sharing!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!❤️

Very useful video. Thanks!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!💜

This is a very nice informational video on sewing machine needs. I was a professional seamstress in the '70's and also designed garments for women in the US, myself and 4 kiddos..so my needs have changed over the years in a machine. I own several machines, Singers and Janome's mostly...as I have done quilting for 40 years as well, and those machines are in cabinets that are flush to the sewing area for fabrics. BUT for sewing on paper, I use a simple little lilac Janome, similar to your craft machine, as I did not want to ruin my good machines on paper. The needles do not stay as sharp after paper usage, and cannot be used well for fabric then. Tension is a big deal for sure, if the bobbin thread is too loose or too tight, the stitching is not secure and it looks rough, or loopy. But for paper, our little craft machines are great with straight stitch and zigzag..its really all we need for tags, journals and paper goods. Thanks for going over this subject for soo many ladies only use paper and sure do not need high $$ machines with gobs of stitches.. Great job with your video teaching here!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

So much great information....you have a wealth of knowledge Brenda. Thank you so much for taking the time to share some of it. I really appreciate it 🥰 Joie 🌿💜

@Imma_rose2

2 жыл бұрын

Brenda, I use a Janome Magnolia and it is 6 years or more old. I am having trouble finding the best tension when sewing on paper, especially thinner ones. I have to almost use 0 tension in some cases. Any suggestions?

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Hopefully someone can help Deborah 🥰👍

@jennip8585

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I wondered why the lower stitch was gnarly and tangled. Should I tighten the bottom thread tension then for stitching paper?

@jennip8585

Жыл бұрын

@@Imma_rose2 me too!! Hopefully, she responds to this🤷🏽‍♀️

Thank you Joie! The things you mentioned in the video were the exact things I was looking for in machine for sewing mostly paper! Well done my lady!!❤🎉❤

@joiedefi

Жыл бұрын

Hooray!! Thanks very much 🤓👍💜

Thank you so much for doing this video! It's very helpful. It was kind of you to take the time to do this and also to gather information from others. Seems like your machine would be a good choice for me. Thanks again for sharing!!❤️❤️

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!!🥰🥰🥰

great vid! just what I was wondering about.🦌💌❤️📚

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Perfect!!🥰👍

Very informative & helpful!! Perfect timing since I've been considering upgrading...TYFS!! ❤🤗

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic!!🥰

Good timing Ms Joie, as I am looking for sewing machine review as I’m planning to buy one for junk journaling. Thanks so much for the advices & great tips you shared. It’s really very helpful to us in helping us decide what to buy.😊💖🌹

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic!!💜🥰👍

I have sewn since I was in 8th grade and I am now in my 60s. I had to replace my sewing machine last summer and I got one with a lot of bells and whistles because I was buying it for fabric sewing. Wouldn't you know I found junk journaling and I have sewn on paper way more than fabric this last year! I just make sure to blow out the paper dust and keep an eye on my needle. I should probably change it before I sew on material but I never think to do it. Thanks for the great video.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

The dust issue is very real 🤔🤔

Joie, I think you nailed it! Simplicity is job one here! The one brand you forgot to mention - the one a good number of my teachers use - is a small off-brand called, "One-I-picked-up-at-the-thrift-store". ...really popular here in the States. Love you girlfriend, Ems ♥️🤗🏜

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Ems, that's a great call!!😀😀😀👍💜

Love your show thank you.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Janet, that's really lovely of you to say so!😁💜

Great video thank you x

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much!!👍🥰

Thank you for bringing me to a new craft you are so talented J Cardiff

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Aww, that's great to hear! Thank you!🌹💜

This video was an answer to prayer. I've been searching and searching for a video like this and it was so helpful. Thank you so much Joie! From Arizona, USA

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!😁💜👍

You always speak on things that are relevant. Thank you dearest. Love from Texas ❤️🇨🇱🇬🇧🇺🇸

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Great feedback!!!😁👍💜💜💜

Thank you very informative video.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! You have answered all of my concerns about purchasing a sewing machine. Really appreciate it!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Joan!💜🥰

Wonderful timing. I’m planning on buying a new machine for my jjs. Thank you.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!!🥰👍 It's such good fun and so satisfying seeing on paper and making things for our jjs. 💜

Joie, your video was straightforward and answered all the questions I had regarding sewing paper. Like you, I'd only use the running and zigzag stitches. But I truly appreciate your comments about how you use this for your purposes/needs. You have a very gentle, kind and calming voice - so it was super easy to keep listening to you. Thank you so very much!

Thank you Joie for such an informative video, I have a basic Singer machine and l love it. I am a newbie to sewing on paper so I will be doing some practicing before I have a go on my paper projects xx

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

That sounds like a good plan, although I am sure that it will all be fine!!🥰👍💜

This was a great video 😍👏 Thank you for sharing juseful tips and for all the work you have putting in to give us all this informasjon 🙏👏🌞😊🌻🌺🌼🌹

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome 🥰👍

Very helpful Thank you for sharing 💕🌷🙏🏼

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Wendy!

Good information!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much Sarah!!👍💜

Just love that little machine. Though I would be lost without a speed control. Only down fall I can see. Very good demo. Thank you

Interesting - thanks!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome 💜

This is timeless helpful information, and so gods to have as reference. Thanks and best wishes to you for health and peace. ❤

@joiedefi

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome 💜

Great video. Thank you for sharing this information. 😊

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!!💜

Thank you for sharing this video, it was very helpful.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear!!😁👍

What a helpful video. It's wonderful to know what several of my favs (including yourself!) are using and find work well. I have a Janome that serves the purpose very well. I am planning to use that strictly for paper sewing and purchase a more elaborate machine to use for quilting and embroidery. I've been looking and pricing for quite some time but am not in a hurry to spend the money! LOL. It's a whole new concept, sewing on paper but it gives a lovely finished look to each piece. Be especially blessed in all things!!! ♥

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

That sounds perfect Katherine, Janome appears to be a popular choice!🥰👍

Thank you for putting this together. I have a Brother sewing machine that I use for paper crafting as well as for mending clothes.☺

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Multi purpose, good idea!

Excellent video. I have three sewing machines. For a while I had 5, which included an old Singer in cabinet and a serger. Those two have gone on to other homes. I own a 1974 Kenmore (which stills works great), a singer from the 80’s, and an Ella that I bought at the second hand store several years ago. Might be from the 70’s. They all still work great. I started sewing when I was very young and my parents bought me my first sewing machine at the age of 10. Thanks again for the video.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

I'm learning that they have long lives, and that some of us have more than 1! Thanks so much for sharing, I really appreciate this, it's so interesting to read and know where we're all at with our sewing machines. 🥰

I just purchased this machine two weeks ago from amazon!!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

That's fantastic!!👍💜

I did enjoy this. I do use a sewing machine for my journals. I use a singer, nothing fancy, but it has a zigzag. Thank you for sharing this info Joie.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Zigzag is very useful!🥰

Thank you Joie. Great advice. I have two sewing machines that I use when quilting and have had several Singers and Brothers over the years. I have settled on Brothers for quilting and also I have an old Singer Featherweight which is my all time favorite for a percise straight stitch. When I started JJ I did not want to use my quilting machines to sew paper so I went on Amazon and found a little machine similar to the one you have. So far, so good. It's perfect for sewing papers and it's so lightweight I can haul it all around the house wherever I am working. Thanks again for the tour of a good machine for paper crafts.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like that little one is working well for you!👍😁

Good advice Joie. You don't need an expensive machine.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

😁😁😁👍🥰

That's an interesting video. I have one the same as yours in Spain (because we spend 2 months in the winter out there and the weather can be dodgy - perfect for crafting and watching KZread videos!). I love that it's lightweight and no fuss too. Did have an arguement with it last month when it snarled some thread - it doesn't like thicker sewing thead. It's not a patch on my Janome for stability and that has a needle threader which I need these days. However it's good value for money and if I really wanted to I could travel with it and a mini kit of resources!!!

I must admit I have 4 machines. I have one that is an industrial sewing machine, it only has one stitch which is the straight stitch, You can adjust the length and it does go backwards. I purchased it used years ago and it works great for thick layers of fabric. Right now it is in storage due to us down sizing our home, But I hope one day soon to get my own she shed. One of the machines is an overlock machine, again good for sewing, It does the stitches you see on the inside of clothes that keeps things from fraying and uses 4 spools of thread, not a good machine for paper. Then I have my brother quilting machine which has over 40 stitches, lots of decorative stitches. I also have my mother in laws singer which is at least 50 years old and is a very heavy machine I just had serviced and have not had a chance to try it on paper yet but I think it should do good. I have been sewing over 50 years and have made lots of clothes, made quilts, purse's and lots of other fun things. I am enjoying using my machine for paper now.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, you have a lot of experience!!🥰👍

@lorettatompkins6208

2 жыл бұрын

@@joiedefi Sewing, but not with paper, its all new and I love watching you. Thanks for all you do and keep up the great work.

My best advice wld be, ladies pls do t fiddle with the tension unless you absolutely know what you’re doing. 😂😂😂❤️ great video as always! Love your content!

@lucy7b

2 жыл бұрын

It can be essential to set the tension unless your machine does that automatically.

@createartmarxs7705

2 жыл бұрын

@@lucy7b yes it can be but it does need to be done carefully and if the person had some knowledge of sewing machines that’d be great. Tension setting can jack your machine up if wrong. I was just saying use a goodly amount of care in adjusting the tension. 😁 pry didn’t explain that as well as I meant to 😂😂😂

Very interesting video. I do sew but have never sewn on paper. So this will be something to try.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

It's a lot of fun, very satisfying 👍🥰

This is very helpful Joie. I have machines, an ELNA Lotus that I found on a nature strip hard waste collection last year; an ELNA Lotus I bought in 1976, an Elna 1200 from 1983; a Janome from 1980's that my sister-in-law no longer used and last of all, my mother's PFAFF Hobbycraft from the late seventies I think. I want to give away the PFAFF if anyone in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne Australia is willing to collect it. I sewed clothing then later quilts with my ELNA machines which I consider my favourites. I use the found ELNA for paper and the JANOME for paper. I don't need the PFAFF but they are well built machines. My mother used it for sewing clothing and quilts.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome feedback!! Thanks so much for sharing!!🥰👍

Great video Joie and I agree your machine is perfect for people who need a sewing machine for junk journaling exclusively. After retiring a couple of years ago and planning to do more sewing I took the opportunity to upgrade my problematic old Janome while hubby was still working. I purchased a Brother Innov-is A150 and then I discovered junk journaling and it's mainly been used for paper. Anyway, I don't regret the purchase because it's a lovely machine and I am sure it will get plenty of use on fabric too 😂 By the way it was you who inspired me to start sewing my ephemera 😁

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Awww, that's fantastic!!!🥰🥰🥰💜💜

I do have a few different sewing machines but I will say my smaller sewing machine gets used the most because I can move it around with ease.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

And u totally understand that Lisa, when it's easy to get at it gets used!!👍 Thanks so much for popping by and for taking the time to comment. Happy crafting!💜🌿

Very informative., I’ve had several machines over the years, I find , for me, the simpler the better. I don’t want a bunch of bells and whistles anymore on anything, I found a Singer Start at Joanns a few years ago on sale and was able to use a coupon as well!!! Love it. Singer machines are a great machine. But the simpler the better. Thanks again Joie

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

I agree, simple is good

Great video! I have a Huskvarna Emerald series that I would say is middle of the road in terms of options and complexity. I love it for sewing fabric and paper projects. It's big enough though that it needs it's own work space. In regards to the decorative stitches, in my experience they show up better if you adjust the stitch length. Thanks for this video! 🙂

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

Good info Joie ,I am a sewer and have a few machines but for my paper projects I now have two vintage machines I use and dedicate for this purpose - a vintage Singer and a vintage Kenmore .I am very comfortable now cleaning and repairing my machines so this is very convenient . You are right when saying for paper projects simplicity is key ,all one needs is a straight and zigzag stitch machine but even just straight stitch works very well.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Great feedback, thanks so much!!😁👍🥰

I am a beginner and I too have been looking on Amazon at a similar machine. I do have a small workspace. I think this machine has all the features that I will need and have made up my mind to purchase one. Thank you for making this video.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Paula. It's my first ever machine, so a good first step I think, without spending a fortune!🥰👍

Thank you for this video! I would also add, like another subscriber- don’t mess with the tension unless you know what you’re doing! I’ve messed up so many projects doing that. So my question is- do you need a higher or lower tension for more or less paper? I was hoping you were going to go more into that for the non-sewers like me. Thanks for sharing!

I have to sign machines. One is a very expensive sewing machine that I have had for many many years it was one of the first computer machines that came out and a brand in the US called new home which is now called Janome. It was back then $1,000. And then I have a small brother computer machine which I bought from Walmart and I have been using that for about 6:00 or 7 years just mainly for crafting but also at one point I did a lot of clothes sewing on it. But it no longer works. I'm going to buy a new machine just for paper and this video was very helpful to me to get my mind in the right frame of what I really need and what I don't need. I went on Amazon and I found a machine that was in the $50 range and that is what I'm going to go for. Although I've been a solar for about sixty years I am still learning also and this video was so helpful thank you

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Aww Judie, that's fabulous. You have a lot of experience with sewing machines. 💜

I have a brothers. It is large and wish I had a smaller one. It works great just want a smaller one. So thanks for sharing. Great video 💜

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Connie!👍🥰

I love the way stiching looks on paper! I haven't even touched a sewing machine in more than forty-years though! I've been keeping a close eye at Goodwill, Thrift Shops & other Second-Hand Stores around me; Hoping I might get lucky & find a sewing machine for a price I can afford; But also not be too complicated fore to figure out. I was about to go get one of those cheap, battery-ran, hand-held sewing machine-MINI's, but I heard that several amazing Ladies in our Crafty Community had already gotten one (To take with them when they can't e at their craft desk) Yet I don't think I've found a single person who said that they were even able to get the Mini to work at all. Due to the predicament I'm in; 1st of all; I know I really shouldn't be spending any money on anything that's not considered a Life's Necessity; So I definitely don't want to go spend money on something that'd finally allow me to stich on paper.......To quickly find out that my money had been waisted. •So I'm grateful for the others who do freely share their experiences! As for now, I think I'll continue using a thin marker to make it LOOK as it's been stitched here & there. (LOL). But One of these days... I REALLY hope to have my very own Manuel Die-Cutting Machine (Something like A BigShot; As I doubt I'd e er be able to figure out how to use all those Digital Scan & Cut-Thingys! LOL) ...& Hopefully, I'll get lucky & find a simple sewing machine Second-Hand; So I'll be able to mark both those off "My Bucket List! LOL!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sending you good luck, and in the meantime faux stitching is absolutely fine!!🥰🥰🥰👍

Thank you for sharing this. I just bought myself a mini one just to get the hang of things then I will upgrade once I understand how to use one :)

@joiedefi

Жыл бұрын

That's a good strategy. Kind of what I'm doing too. Machines can be very expensive so it's good to start with a smaller, easier to handle one. Great to chat Norma 🤓💜👍

I didn’t even know Toyota made sewing machines. They make great cars, so I bet their sewing machines are good too. 🥰

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

They do make great cars 😁😁👍💜

Hello Joie, thanks for sharing these sewing machine tips for junk journals. I have a Janome that I use for sewing but I do not want to use it for paper, so I was looking for one just for paper. I don't want anything with fancy stitches, just the straight and zig zag will do.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Just the basics then Denise, sounds great!!👍🥰

Another great video, Joie. I started watching your videos in the middle of the pandemic when I decided to make junk journals. I was very unlucky with my first sewing machine and that predisposed me negatively to them. I used that machine until October last year (not having another one and too upset to buy a new one!) and then I stopped using it altogether. A piece of junk from a very well-known brand. A total disappointment. But I love sewing so I started looking for another one in March this year. I finally found one with enough great reviews, used by other junk journal artists here in the US, and with enough videos and information to learn how it behaves. It's the Brother Project Runaway, with 125 stitches. I got it 2 weeks ago but I haven't used it yet. It's beautiful. Yet, I am afraid of it, as if it were a monster! Afraid of ruining it, afraid of breaking it! Ironically, I found a cheap one in Aldi, similar to the one you have, for only US$39 last week. I bought two and I haven't stopped sewing ephemera since then.😊😊 It works wonderfully with zig-zag, doesn't break the thread and I love the two-speed option (I also use the low speed). I think I will use the Brother only to sew on fabric using the pretty stitches design for covers and tags, where also no glue is involved (I have read that glue damages needles and affects tension). I will use the small ones for paper and cards. 😊😊

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

A great strategy. Sounds like you've got things sorted now, have fun with your ephemera sewing!!🥰🥰🥰

Joie, what a splendid video! I found it so encouraging. I bought a similar machine from Amazon a couple of years ago because being new to junk journalling I was watching videos on KZread of crafter's sewing paper and thought " I need to do this too". I've only used it a couple of times, it sits in a cupboard in its original box. I know this may sound daft, because it's dinky I didn't feel it was a ' grown ups ' machine, I tend to view my crafting attempts in the same way. I don't have a separate room to craft, so my supplies tend to be scattered, which I think adds to the unprofessional feelings I have! Nevertheless I enjoy paper crafting and appreciate to help gleaned from watching you all with your great ideas. As an add on I think my sewing machine will run on batteries also. Thank you again Joie. X

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

I do know what you mean about that "kiddie" feeling, but actually I love it and enjoy using it so much! Maybe have a play ... Just have fun. I didn't know that any of them had batteries, thanks for sharing that!!👍💜😀

I had the same Hobbycraft machine that you have. I totally taught myself to sew on it. I found it easy to find my way around. I did have constant problems with the needle coming unthreaded I got so fed up with it I ordered a Singer Talent. Its not a top model or anything, but it runs like a dream. I'm not very good at practical thing so I liked the Singer as the phone app is brilliant, gives you step by step videos.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

What a result!! Thus sounds fantastic, thanks so much for sharing!!💜

Thank you thank you!!! I have an old machine in storage & was debating whether to just upgrade. Nope! Getting it out of storage! If it’s not ‘simple’ enough for me, I will trade in for a simpler model😍. Thanks everyone for your suggestions!!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!!🥰

Joie de fi thank you for sharing your sewing machine video very helpful I use to see my children clothes when they were small and then as they got older and hubby I mead they things but never did I try sewing paper I want get back into it but try the paper I love the style you have I’m like you I want to be able to move it easy again Ty ♥️♥️♥️♥️👍🏽

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

It sounds as though you have a lot of experience Joyce, especially from when you made those children's clothes!! Thanks so much for your lovely comment!🥰👍💜

@joycevaughn8522

2 жыл бұрын

I use to have little Experience but it’s been year’s since I’ve sewn but I would love try the paper sewing I need to get a sewing machine

I have what would probably be considered a vintage singer from the mid 70s. I originally had it to make the kids Halloween costumes. I pulled it out to use on journals. It is very heavy and not that easy to move around. It’s basic like you’re joie and that’s enough for me. Thanks for another super video!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

We love basic!!😁😁👍💜

I love having my sewing machine. Seems like if I put it away for a while, that’s when I need it the most. So I get my tags, pockets and whatever paper projects I want sewed on, I get them ready to be sewn on and I sew a bunch all at the same time. I love making snippets and paper ruffles. The sewing just gives it another layer to add interest. My machine is a Brother Project Runway Sewing Machine, #XR9550PRW Thanks for this video! Sew much fun (Lol!! Sew/So/Sew!)!!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha!! I love it too!!🥰

Thank you so much Joie for all this information. I really want to try and do some paperprojects that include sewing on my Channel, but still have not figured out what sort of machine to get. This was very helpfull 🙂

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, I just subscribed. I out 2 and 2 together.. have obviously seen you on Instagram. Lovely designs!!!💜

Joie❣️ Thanks so much for this video❣️I think I might have the confidence to get my tiny crafters sewing machine out and learn how to use it. I bought it at Joann’s Fabric with a 50% off coupon and only had to pay around $17 for it. I know what to look for on it now. As always you’re a gem🤗💕🦋

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Aww, thanks Jennie, you're lovely!🥰

@jennieadamsMM

2 жыл бұрын

@@joiedefi 💖

Thanks!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Marcia 🥰

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

I wanted to say a special thank you to you, I really appreciate your support! 💖💖💖

Very helpful. I am looking for a sewing machine to purchase this month. I actually prefer many choices of stitches for more creative choices. Thank you so much for this video, suPer helpful!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome

Great video! I make quilted bags so i needed a machine that can sew through thick layers, i have a Bernina B570 Quilters Edition, never knowing i would be going down the rabbit hole of junk journaling and never came back! I am so glad I have this machine, i sew through chipboard, cardstock, 20 sheets of 125gsm paper is no problem, and perfect stitches every time! Plus I can still make my quilted craft bags!

@LibbyRal

2 жыл бұрын

Wow!!!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Wow indeed!! I didn't know any machine could do that!!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

That's amazing!!!👍💜

I just bought a 1960 Sears Kenmore 158.140 all metal zigzag machine it’s a true workhorse that’s going to last forever!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds fantastic!!🥰👍

Niiice!!! I love your sewing machine! I have an older sewing machine. I don't know why I don't want a new one. I need to make the time to work on my craft room. I think I'm worried if I'll even do crafting with it all done and set up for me. I been crafting out in the living room before or in the kitchen. Mostly in our living room but I haven done a lot. I fruited getting a project done before mothers day but that didn't work out. I just so and don't go back to it. Kind of like I've lost my MOJO or something. Now I'm working again so now finding the time when I'm not to tired. I how and pray it comes back. I want to. I love watching your videos. So informative! Thank you for sharing. I'm sorry I went on. God bless! Love hugs and prayers my friend! ✝️😇💜🤗🙏✝️

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Sending hugs too, thanks so much for sharing your thoughts Julia!!💜

I own similar models and enjoy the option that they also run on 4x AA batteries and can be operated with high and low speed manually without a foot pedal. Looks exactly the same otherwise

This is one of the most beneficial videos (for myself) I've seen in ages. Thank you so much for this helpful information. I bought a really cheap machine a while back (@$40 from Amazon) and all it did was frustrate me so much I wanted to just give up. I'll look for something a step or two above the one I purchased and keep in mind all the helpful tips you shared. :)

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Fair enough... at least you tried! Thanks so much for your lovely feedback!! 🥰

@labgirlreed

10 ай бұрын

Well, it’s been a while since I watched this video because life just gets in the way sometimes 😳. I’m making my Christmas journals and wanted to add stitching this year. I looked on Amazon to see if I could find a machine like yours…there wasn’t the same brand, but one that’s nearly identical.🤗 So I’m watching this video one more time to refresh my memory. Hope you’re doing well, dear friend, miss you.❤

Thank you so much for sharing. I have a Brother. I really do not like my stitches. I thought maybe it was too much of a lightweight. I have sewn on fabric for years and had no problems. After watching you show your machine and why you have chosen it, I see that maybe I just need to work on the adjustments on my machine. It seems to be an excellent machine but the problem is me.❤

My suggestion would be to clean the bobbin area often. The paper fuzz is very abrasive for the parts of the machine, so cleaning that area often will help your machine last longer.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

I need to do this, thanks for the tip Susan!🥰👍

@lynnmartin5141

Жыл бұрын

My partner bought me a very complicated sewing machine, very kind but it frightened me, so it was sold, later I bought what I thought was an easier one but No it took me ages to get to threading it, and I couldn’t work out the self threading needle. Then I found I had a hard time with the foot, it was for me extremely fast or off, I’m not very good, So it’s gone back in it’s box. Then a couple of weeks ago I saw your hobby craft tiny machine, so I looked it up, wow! The one I chose was slightly different but I love it. No foot pedal needed, slow speed which I love. A switch for backward stitching. The instructions were in every language but English, but there’s tons of videos. So Thank you Joie you helped me a lot. Xx😁💜

@charalson3023

12 күн бұрын

@@lynnmartin5141Hi! Would you please share the brand/model you bought & love? Thanks!

Great idea for a video Joie, I own a Phaff machine and have yet to get up the nerve to sew paper on it. I am considering getting a second hand older machine, as I believe they would be heartier. I see some people use glue to tack the papers together and I’m not sure what the impact glue would have on the moving parts. So I will avoid glue along the stitching line. I really like the look of stitching though, so I have a feeling I will give it a try soon.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

I avoid glue wherever possible 👍💜

I have a Bernini 830 which is very heavy to lift from the case. I don’t leave it out because I have very limited work surfaces in my 540 sq. ft. studio home. I do get it out for fabric projects. I’ve been thinking about getting a machine like yours just for paper and journal making projects and making space for it to stay out or under my work bench. Thanks much for this vid!🦌💌👍📚

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure 🥰

We'll put together video. Being a quilter, I have several machines. I use a "middle of the road" Brother for paper because it is easy to fiddle with the upper and lower tensions so my back looks as good as the front. Also, though there are more stitches than I usually need, it affords me choices and the ability to have wider stitches when I want to vary those widths. If I work carefully, I can use a blanket stitch for a faux applique effect.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

You know your stuff Jewel 😁😁👍💜

I have a Singer M3500, I would say she is middle of the road pricing wise maybe the lower end. I bought her because I have the same one at work for mending scrubs and I got used to how it works. (I’m no seamstress I just do the mending during my downtime to help the crew out) Of course sewing material and sewing paper is a bit different but it didn’t take long to figure the differences out. I love her! Gentle bear hugs xx

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Hello there!! Sounds like she's a good one!!😁👍💜

Great video Joie, I have a bestron model W827E sew line... I don't use it enough and it's quite heavy and about 27 years old I don't have enough space in my small hobby room to put it..but him can sew paper ..

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Space is definitely a challenge, they are big machines 🥰

Wonderfully informative video Joie. You covered everything so well. I also have a small Magicfly (similar to yours)just for sewing on paper and little things. I did find I couldn't sew on heavier thick layered card but being a beginner you mentioned the tension which I haven't adjusted. Also have my mother's Singer from 1966 which still works but is fussy. I was curious though if anyone uses the small handheld sewers like singer 01663 portable mender. Thanks for all the useful info.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

I've not heard good things about the handheld sewers. Open to feedback from anyone else who has an opinion. 🥰

I've been super lucky, I had one already as I've always sewn and when I upgraded it turned into my paper sewing machine. My new one has cute stitch patterns like leaves and more features but trying to keep it for fabric. It's also got a drop in bobbin and needle threader which really are game changers for me. Lol neither of mine have a speed, it pedal to the metal with me 🙊 rebel without a Pause 😄😄😄. There's a knack to varying pressure on the pedal. Tension is dodgy and can depend on your thread to. I got an l shaped desk when I got my overlocker so all 3 on the desk 🙈. I prefer a dial too. My paper one is Toyota and other one is a Pfaff. SEWING MACHINES DIRECT is a great place for all budgets and experience. Sewing paper is more fun and less stress than fabric. Happy sewing Joie, Tfs and have a great day 💖💖💖

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Pfaff seems to be very popular, yet I hadn't even heard of it before!!🥰

@prof.mommyarty

2 жыл бұрын

I've got to say I've used singer, brother (that's my overlocker) and Toyota but the quality of this Pfaff smarter is fantastic! Well made, easy to use and a real workhorse. I also can't praise Sewing machines direct enough. The prices were great (way better than Amazon and freebies to boot). Their customer service is equalled only by Bravissimo🙊. Xxx

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Great to know!

That is your thread tension. You only change that if your thread is heavy (jeans weight). Or fine threads like silk. You would also change your needle to accommodate your thread weight. Normal sewing use a 90/14 size needle. I have 4 Singer machines, of various quality, a Pfaff embroidery machine, a pfaff quilting machine, I also had a Kenmore which works fabulous which I gave my granddaughter. That machine actually works the best on paper..if I were buying a machine for paper crafting I would get the we R memories machine.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Great tips....you know a lot Wanda!!❤️

Loved your video, I feel the same way, too many bells and whistles make a machine more intimidating. simple is best.