Giveaway: Brother Computerized Sewing Machine
How are your holidays so far? I hope you're reading this in your pj's, relaxed and all cozy and warm. Was Santa good to you? If the man in the red suit didn't bring you the sewing machine that was on your wish list, then you'll want to read on!
If you've been following my blog, you'll know that someway, somehow, during the last six months while we've been renovating our basement, we lost our sewing machine. Crazy, I know. And given that I recently took up sewing, making costumes and pillow cases and other fun stuff, I was really disappointed with the loss.
Then Brother came to the rescue. They suggested that their NS-40 computerized sewing machine could be just what I needed. As a beginner sewer, I was looking for a machine that was easy to use but had the potential to do more down the road as I improved my sewing skills. I wanted something with a button hole feature (the old manual machine really frustrated me in that department) and had a variety of stitch patterns. I hadn't considered a computerized machine, but now that I've tried one, let me tell you, it makes things so much more easier, faster, and efficient.
A few of my favourite features:
- The LED light. Its sharp, bright, and precise.

- The variety of stitches. The NS-40 has 40 styles built-in, including 5 different types of one-step buttonholes. Picking a stitch is as easy as turning the dial. Not only that, the machine also tells you which presser foot (all provided) you need to use for each type of stitch. Easy peasy.
- Speaking of presser feet, all the attachments come in this handy pouch hidden in the machine. In fact, everything you need to get sewing is there and ready to go. There are super simple features like the FAST bobbin winder and the automatic needle threader (yes, no more straining your eyes!), even push button start and stop, which are so easy to use.
- The printed guide right on the machine showing where to put the thread for winding a bobbin and for threading the machine. With the old machine, I always had to pull out the manual to see the step by step on threading the machine! Having the 1-2-3 right in front of me is so convenient.
on my reversible buffalo check / ticking stripe pillow...
and a fancy stitch for an envelope-back pillow.
So much fun! I can't wait to tackle more sewing projects. And guess what? One of you lucky readers will win a sewing machine and get to tackle some projects too! Woohoooooo!
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215 comments
I just found this blog, looking forward to the updates as I am adding it to my RSS reader to stay on top. I would really like to win this price and learn how to saw. I am thinking a computerized sawing machine will make it easier for me to accomplished one of my 2013 goals. I will be picking up a ton of fabric from a friend so it would be great to win this contest!
ReplyDeleteHow fabulous! I have an old antique sewing machine and would so love to win this!! My first project with the new fabulous one? I'd love to try some curtain panels for my bedroom.
ReplyDeleteI would love to sew a new duvet cover for our room in a fabric I found that I adore!
ReplyDeleteI would finally put new covers on the throw pillows sitting in my storage closet!
ReplyDeleteIt HAD to be the ubiquitious apron in 4-H club. If I would be so fortunate to win...I would show my granddaughters how to make...aprons!! franki
ReplyDeleteI'd start on a pair of quilts for my twin's new bunkbeds, and work my way around our new living space from there... the list is long! Thanks so much for the chance!
ReplyDeleteWow! I'd totally make new cushions for my outdoor/porch chairs. The ones I have are splitting at the seams and looking pretty ratty. Thanks so much for this giveaway!
ReplyDeleteMy wife would try making cloth diapers if I won her this sewing machine.
ReplyDeleteI would tackle dining room drapes!
ReplyDeletePillows Pillows Pillows!!!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to sew some aprons and pillow covers!
ReplyDeleteI would attempt some curtains simple enough I guess.
ReplyDeleteI would reupholster 2 love seats!
ReplyDeleteNot sure if the comment I added yesterday actually posted (it was done via my mobile) so I'm adding it here... thanks for the chance to win a machine, I'd use it to teach my dil how to sew!
ReplyDeleteI would make some new pillows, curtains, and little dresses for my two little girls. I have been clunking away on my little outdated old singer for years...it's time for an upgrade!
ReplyDeleteI would tackle my baby girls long over-due room.
ReplyDeleteI have some curtains that are in desperate need of hemming.......yes please!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win! My machine is on it's last leg :(
ReplyDeleteGreat prize! Nice to make the upgrade and get some fancy-pants stitching.
ReplyDeleteCurtains, curtains, curtains!
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ReplyDeleteIf I win this sewing machine, I most definitely will be a sewing a lovely floor pillow for my daughters reading nook.
ReplyDeleteI would make some pillows - an easy project for a beginner!
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ReplyDeleteMine is broken, I could really use a replacement!
ReplyDeleteI am taking a sewing course next month. Pillows galore for everyone!
ReplyDeleteWow ... great giveaway. I quilt and this would be a fabulous machine to have. and then I would play it forward and give my current machine to someone who is an entry level sewer.
ReplyDeleteI've seen some cute zippered pouches on pinterest that I would try with a new sewing machine
ReplyDeleteI would use this to make a new quilt for my bedroom!
ReplyDeleteThis is an awesome giveaway! I would love to sew pillows, curtains and do craft projects with this sewing machine. Thanks..
ReplyDelete- Haydee (Haydee8995@yahoo.com)
I'd tackle the pile of pillow covers I've been meaning to do to update the couch for the winter! This machine looks like a dream!
ReplyDeleteOh, awesome! We always have to borrow my mom's old machine; most recently new tool rolls for my woodworking hand tools yesterday.
ReplyDeleteWould love to replace my circa 1970's JC Penney model. :-)
ReplyDeleteI would start with my girls room and finally sew their bedskirts! My little sewing machine died a while back and I have really missed it! This would be such a blessing if I could win this fantastic little machine. Thank you so much for the opportunity to win this!
ReplyDeleteI would tackle making pillow covers for our kitchen banquette, that have been sitting bare for the last 2 years! lol!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this machine, my old cheapy sewing machine just broke!
ReplyDelete--April
Oh man, I've been in my house for 3 years and I still haven't made any curtains!
ReplyDeleteThis machine seems great! I would use it to attempt drapes :)
ReplyDeleteI'm dying to win this machine. I have a 100 year old Singer, but it's practically not usable. With this, I would tackle making a new duvet cover!
ReplyDeleteLearn to sew is on my life list. Pillows would be my first project.
ReplyDeleteI'd tackle teaching my daughter how to sew!
ReplyDeleteGreat Giveaway!
ReplyDeleteMy wife would love to have this gem!
ReplyDeleteI would make a quilt for my girls.
ReplyDeletePerfect timing- I've been thinking I would love to learn to sew and it sounds like this is the ideal machine for that!!! I have been wanting to learn to sew so I could make curtains for our dining room- we've just moved into a new house and curtains would certainly help soften up all the sharp lines in the house!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance! And Merry Christmas!
Pillows! Or maybe draperies for the nursery! I am a fabric junkie and need to get a move on some of the projects I have planned!
ReplyDeleteCurtains for my daughter's room! Great giveaway!
ReplyDeleteIt would be perfect for my next sewing projects: roman shades for the living room!
ReplyDeleteI have been wanting to make some baby blankets!
ReplyDeletejessicarwarfield at gmail dot com
Love this giveaway!!! Draperies...pj pants...pillows, what I couldn't do with a new sewing maching;)
ReplyDeleteI would love to sew my kids some fun pillows for their bedrooms! Looks like an amazing machine! :)
ReplyDeleteI've had fabric for curtains for our bedroom for over a year and they would finally get made if I won. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteEasy button holes? I am envious...
ReplyDeleteThe first project: hemming the guest room drapes. The safety pins are really not doing it for me! My mother was a seamstress and no matter how hard she tried, I never really took to sewing. But the possibilities are endless with this amazing giveaway!
ReplyDeleteEasy button holes? I am officially envious..
ReplyDeleteI've been wanting to make a tote bag!
ReplyDeleteI have a whole box of thrift store shirts with sleeves I need to shorten and buttons I need to mend!
ReplyDeleteI'd get started on my grand daughter's Easter dress!
ReplyDeleteI found some amazing vintage striped fabric in my grandma's attic this summer. I would love to make it into pillows!
ReplyDeleteClothes, stuffies and lots of other fun projects for my 3.5 year old, and I would love to tackle some home decor projects. We live in a remote area and shopping is a challenge so I would love to be able to make some of of the ideas of I have reality. Thanks for a great giveaway! Merry Christmas!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great machine. Mine's about 10 years old, and while it works great, it lacks all those fancy features.
ReplyDeletewow this sewing machine looks awesome! I am expecting my first baby July 2 2013 and my goal is to sew all the bedding and accessories for the nursery!
ReplyDeleteMan, what an awesome giveaway. I'd love to make quilts!
ReplyDeleteOne of my goals before I turn 30 (in a year in a half) is to sew something I can wear... So, I'd probably start with a skirt or simple shift dress. THEN, I'd tackle TONS of home decorating projects!
ReplyDeleteI am dying to make a crib skirt for the new baby's nursery!
ReplyDeleteClothes, stuffies and lots of other fun projects for my 3.5 year old! We live in a remote area and shopping is a challenge so I would love to be able to make her lots of fun things. Thanks for a great giveaway! Merry Christmas!!!
ReplyDeleteI would tackle making new drapes for the guest bedroom!
ReplyDeletePillows and cute little dresses for my little girl. Thats what I would do if i won.
ReplyDeleteI would attempt to make my flower girl dresses for my wedding instead of paying someone to do it this spring.
ReplyDeleteI had a quilt all cut out and ready to sew, and then my machine died :( So I would LOVE to be able to finish that quilt!!
ReplyDeleteWow! Great giveaway, Jennifer! I have been wanting to start sewing again for awhile-- and my daughter has been asking me to teach her as well! If I won, the first thing I would make would be drapes for our currently bare windows.
ReplyDeleteI would love to make some pillows. I have been wanting to make a flower pillow but I really need a sewing machine in order to sew all the petals together.
ReplyDeleteWhat an exciting giveaway! I'd love to make some baby bedding for our first little one that's one the way! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteMy machine is 70 years old, but I never have money for an upgrade! I would love this!
ReplyDeleteI would love this! it would help my quilting so much!
ReplyDeleteI would use this machine to make a crib quilt for a friend.
ReplyDeleteMy first project to tackle would be a new bedskirt! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeletei have been wanting to make garment storage bags for our out-of-season clothes! this machine would be fantastic.
ReplyDeleteWhy yes, I would love to win this machine.
ReplyDeletecathycomm@aol.com
I would definitely make something with buttons! My 1980s hand-me-down machine is definitely lacking in the buttonhole department!
ReplyDeleteI'm about to undergo a major reno of my home and this would be an amazing tool in helping to get that job done!!!
ReplyDeleteI would hem my son's pants! I have been using that iron on tape and it is terrible!
ReplyDeleteI would absolutely LOVE a sewing machine!! I can't imagine what I would be able to conquer!! Love it!!! Please count me in!
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New house = lots of projects. First on the list ... new curtains for my son's room.
ReplyDeleteI've had my original Brother "Genie" machine since 1974(!) and I'd love a new one to tackle some decorating projects around the house.
ReplyDeleteI would try out a baby sleeping bag for my niece who is quickly growing out of hers!
ReplyDeleteI would love this sewing machine to teach kids how to sew. I have finally upgraded to a very fancy machine, so I'm hesitant to 'share' it. Therefore, I think I'd be doing doll quilts.
ReplyDelete(BTW- What is the machine threaded for? It looks like you skipped '2', which is on the path for bobbin and sewing...)
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ReplyDeleteI would love to win machine! My sister is teaching me how to make roman blinds, and I have five to do.
ReplyDeleteLove this!! My goal for 2013 is to learn to sew so this would be perrrrrfect.
ReplyDeleteI would tackle new living room drapes if I won! Fantastic giveaway!!!
ReplyDeleteAs I am a complete beginner, I would try my hand at pillows.
ReplyDeleteI would make this cute window treatment. http://lh3.ggpht.com/_uZYuy_wJRxg/TC1jFRrUBMI/AAAAAAAADLI/I8mxODu63qQ/s1600-h/kitchen%20after%20makeover%20006a%5B11%5D.jpg
ReplyDeleteif i won i would tackle a jean skirt that i have put off due to the fact the sewing machine i am using now, i borrowed from my aunt.
ReplyDeleteI am already attempting to sew some roman blinds on a hand me down sewing machine older than me. This would be such a treat :)
ReplyDeleteI have three little granddaughters & I am always looking for new things to make for them. I also make dresses from pillowcases for little girls in Africa. Awesome giveaway!!!! Good luck everyone.
ReplyDeleteBarbara
I would tackle my very first quilt. For the Coopster of course. :)
ReplyDeleteSarah @ Cozy.Cottage.Cute.
Great giveaway! I'd love to win this, it would be a nice upgrade.
ReplyDeleteI would try making pillows for my family room. This is a wonderful giveaway and I would love to win. Thank you!!!
ReplyDeleteI would sew curtains for my living room, dining room & bedroom! What a terrific give-away!
ReplyDeleteI would try to sew a cape! I have not touched a sewing machine since grade 8 home ec, so this might give me the push I need!
ReplyDeleteI have a front door that is unfrosted and needs a covering on it. We have been in the house for three years and I have yet to fix this! I would LOVE to make something to finish off this room!
ReplyDeleteI'm on a quilting kick. I'd sew the binding on my current project.
ReplyDeleteI'd like to try making pillow covers for the first time. Great giveaway!
ReplyDeleteMaybe make some pillows, but honestly this would go to my mom to replace her 32 year old machine.
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't tackle anything! would give this to my mom
ReplyDeleteI'd love to make fun new throw pillows!
ReplyDeleteI'd like to start some projects for our new nursery!
ReplyDeleteI haven't done any sewing since my grade 7 home economics class but seeing all of these crafts and my bare windows, inspiration has struck!
ReplyDeleteok, losing my mind with excitement right now!!!! I want this machine so bad! I have just started making things for my house, my family and anyone else I can gift to. I have a new found passion for do it yourself projects and am hunting everywhere for my first sewing machine! This is incredible. First I would tackle cushions for my wicker patio set ! Thank you.
ReplyDeleteIt would be great to update my home by making some new throw pillows. Thanks for this great giveaway!!!
ReplyDeleteThis would be a great help to make a new roman shade for my laundry room!
ReplyDeleteWow! What a fantastic opportunity! I would love to win this baby, as I have a million-and-one projects that I could tackle to help create this place a home!
ReplyDeleteI would love to make roman blinds for our dining room, if I won :)
ReplyDeleteHem some drapes!
ReplyDeleteI have been itching to sew a cover for my ottoman with inverted pleats and contrasting piping.
ReplyDeleteI'd finally make the pillow that I've had the fabric for months now! Then curtains. Maybe a skirt... who knows!?
ReplyDeleteLearing to sew has been on my bucket list since I was a young girl. I would loooooove to finally learn!!!
ReplyDeleteHand sewed two yoga eye pillows - one for a Christmas present. And was asked to make two more for family members. Boy, the job would be much easier with this machine!
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I will sew curtains for every room but first I'll start with a shower curtain for my guest bathroom.
ReplyDeleteI would sew curtains for every room but first I'll start with a shower curtain.
ReplyDeleteI would try a quilt
ReplyDeleteI plan on learning to sew this year so I can sew my adorable new nephew some cute jammies
ReplyDeleteI would attempt to sew an indian suit!
ReplyDeleteI would try to make something for my baby for his upcoming 1st birthday! Maybe some bunting or a simple colourful table runner.
ReplyDeleteI would do pillow covers if I won!
ReplyDeleteI would try to make some pillow cases. Thanks for the opportunity!
ReplyDeleteWhat the deuce! This is the best giveaway ever!!! I think my first sewing project would be a new long lumbar pillow for our master. If you remember, I've been sewing on the oldest machine ever, my grandma's pfaff. So this giveaway would be soooo awesome! thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteyou know, I keep buying Fabric for "later" - [Remnant-Rescuing!] - but just haven't done anything with it yet. -- hmm... and I do have a birthday coming up, too! just saying... :-D
ReplyDeleteI would make a 'quiet book' for my daughter!
ReplyDeleteGiven my sewing machine is 25+ years old - one with this many bells and whistles would be thrilling!
ReplyDeleteIf I had a sewing machine I could take on more ambitious projects than just putting a button back on a blouse!
ReplyDeletei'd probably make a new skirt!
ReplyDeleteI have stacks of fabric (from Tonic Living, actually!) waiting to be made into pillows for our just-finished living room. Exciting giveaway!
ReplyDeleteDrapes are at the top of my list!
ReplyDeleteI have never sewed, but I think I could with the right machine? I would love to try some pillows as they are so expensive to buy anymore!
ReplyDeleteI just hotglued a throw pillow. I think it is pretty obvious I could put this thing to good use. Ha!
ReplyDeleteIt would be a toss up between more pillows or new curtains.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to reupholster my antique chairs and make roman shades for my kitchen window!
ReplyDeleteI've never had a sewing machine but am dying for one! First project would probably be new cushion covers for living room!
ReplyDeleteI am dying for a sewing machine!! I just hand sewed mattress for my kids doll bed for Christmas and it took FOREVER! First project I'd tackle is probably new throw cushion covers for the living room!
ReplyDeleteI would attempt to hem my husbands pants :)
ReplyDeleteI'd start making quilts for my boys' beds.
ReplyDeleteNew curtains for my bedroom with blackout lining! Much needed for this nurse who does night shifts!!!
ReplyDeleteI would love to get back into sewing. The first thing I would tackle would be to copy the Gap tunic dress my 4yo daughter loves and make her three more! (It will save on laundry!)
ReplyDeleteBeat giveaway ever. Learning to sew is on my priority bucket list. With the new house built and a bunch of naked windows, I'd love to sew all the curtains. I may start with a throw pillow though ;) This sewing machine looks like it'll make the learning curve less curvy :)
ReplyDeleteI would need to start with something easy, so I'm thinking a 50's style apron!! (And PS- EXCITING GIVE AWAY!!)
ReplyDeleteGreat giveaway! I would use this to make drapes for our upcoming renovation - the living room and dining room!
ReplyDeletei would love to make everything that requires a sewing machine i've been pinning on pinterest!
ReplyDeleteI need to finish curtains and make pillows!
ReplyDeleteTHis is an amazing giveaway and I want it!! :) My mom sews and while she is a master sewer I would love to be able to do some of my own projects like table runners and pillows.
ReplyDeleteOh! My!! That would be so great! We just finished our basement and now we are onto the decorating stages! this would be amazing for pillows and curtains!!!
ReplyDeleteI've started doing upholstery and this would be an amazing machine for me to take to class with me!
ReplyDeleteI've started doing upholstery and this would be an amazing machine for me to take to class with me!
ReplyDeleteYou had me at fancy stitches!
ReplyDeleteI would get to work on long awaited quilts for my girls beds.
I would finish another dozen pillow covers and drapes , what a sewing machine , I am so glad you got a sewing machine , the pillows are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteAwww man, what a great giveaway! If I won, I would first return my mother-in-law's sewing machine to her (I have been "borrowing" it for a few years and I know she'd appreciate to get it back!). Then, I would go to town on sewing draperies for my baby girl's room. :)
ReplyDeleteI hope this is open to your American neighbors, too! I have a whole stack of projects for my girls' bedroom - duvet covers, pillows, and curtains just to name a few!
ReplyDeleteI will be tackling a pile of pants that need to be hemmed! Fun eh?
ReplyDeleteOoh, how lucky!! I've been pining for a sewing machine as I want to learn how to sew children's clothing - especially with number 3 on the way!
ReplyDeleteI would LOVE this!
ReplyDeleteI'm also a beginner sewer looking to get an easy to use sewing machine that could also be used to eventually tackle bigger projects.. I really want to sew a duvet cover and maybe some matching curtains down the road :)
ReplyDeleteGreat giveaway! Would love it to sew new pillows!
ReplyDeleteI'd make some pillows for my family!
ReplyDeleteI've been meaning to shorten by daughter's crib skirt to fit her new "big girl bed". It would be nice to do it with a fancy new machine!!
ReplyDeleteI would hem my husband and son's pants. Not glamorous, I know, but needed. :)
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My mom used to have a sewing machine I used for pillows and such but then she invested in this second-hand industrial one and I'm at a loss as to where to begin. This would be perfect for DIY home accessories projects!
ReplyDeleteAwesome giveaway would help greatly with projects I have. Thanks
ReplyDeleteI'd be thrilled to win this machine! I'd finally make the pillows for the reading nook in the playroom, and then I'd happily attempt the roman blinds for the kitchen.
ReplyDeleteI would tackle the throw pillows for the bench I'm making in the playroom. And I'd have no excuse to put off making the roman blinds for the kitchen. I'd be thrilled to win this machine!
ReplyDeleteI would love to tackle on sewing more ties for my husband! I haven't sewn him a new tie for a while and would love to make some winter-y ones. I really love all the fancy stitches and want to try them all!
ReplyDeleteBedding for sure and pillows!
ReplyDeleteI would love to make a blanket & burp cloths for my baby girl!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this. Wanting to learn how to sew.
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this. I am really interested in learning to sew this year and a new machine would really help this goal.
ReplyDeleteI would make pillows!
ReplyDeleteI would start small. I have the cutest fabric with ballet dancers on it and I would make a little bag for my daughter to carry her dance shoes in. I will work my way up to pillows and drapes. Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteOh, and I'd tackle drapes for our playroom!
ReplyDeleteI would sew some cushions for our new-to-us sofa in the family room
ReplyDeleteLove this! Learning to sew is one of my resolutions this year!
ReplyDeleteI would finally hem all of our drapes! Really hoping I win this!!!
ReplyDeleteI would make a drape for a little closet in my spare bedroom!
ReplyDeleteI would attempt to make simple curtains for my baby's nursery (due any day now)! I haven't sewn since Grade 7 Home Ec., so winning this would be fantastic!
ReplyDeleteI would love to make new stockings for Christmas next year!
ReplyDeleteI would love to make new Christmas stockings for next year!
ReplyDeleteI would sew some pillows for my daughters room.
ReplyDeleteI would make some new curtains for our newly renovated living room!
ReplyDeleteI would make some new curtains for our newly renovated living room!
ReplyDeleteI would love a sewing machine! It was on my wishlist and my firend got one, this would be great so we could have sewing projects together!
ReplyDeleteI have beautiful apricot buffalo check fabric waiting to become drapes for my guest room and the 40+ year old sewing machine I inherited from my Mom has gone to sewing machine heaven so I would LOVE to win this awesome machine! JoAnne V.B.
ReplyDeleteI would totally make pillows on a regular basis! Change it up whenever the whim strikes me! I need a sewing machine like this because (and I know this from previous experience) I get frustrated VERY easily when it comes to sewing!
ReplyDeleteMy first (and only) sewing machine is a Brother. With this fancy shmancy machine I'd sew up Roman blinds for our family room - the windows are beautiful but I swear I feel a breeze...
ReplyDeleteI remember you telling me about your lost sewing machine at the Brother event... it's too bad you never found it! Can you believe I don't own a sewing machine!? The first project I would tackle would be some throw pillows for my couch! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI would love to have a computerized machine! I would love to tackle drapes or slipcovers for our sectional!
ReplyDeleteI'd probably sew some dolls for my little girls!
ReplyDeleteMy sewing machine broke recently (and can't be fixed), so I would love to win!
ReplyDeleteI was just thinking about buying myself a machine as a Christmas gift. I am terrible at sewing but I have some boring curtains that I want to pretty up and some pillows to make...the list goes on.
ReplyDeleteI would sew curtains for my bedroom!
ReplyDeleteI would make floor to ceiling drapes
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