• The Old Corner Shop - 4a Kellett Road - Salisbury - Brisbane
  • Log in
  • Cart (0)
  • Checkout
  
SewingAdventures
  • Adults Sewing
  • Events
  • Sewing Machines
  • About Us
    • FAQ
    • Location
    • Blog - Let's Sew
    • Work With Us
    • Booking Terms & Conditions
    • Contact Us

WE OFFER AFTERPAY - PAYPAL - PAYPAL PAY IN 4. DON'T FORGET TO USE YOUR SMILE REWARDS

Blog - Let's Sew

Machines Vs Toy Machines

December 27, 2022

Machines Vs Toy Machines

Over the last few days we have been really sad about parents and grandparents having issues with "sewing machines" that they have bought as gifts for children - as discussed on various Aussie sewing pages.

There are so many toy machines on the market.  They are really not suitable for sewing - they are great for pretend and make believe but not for fabric or stitching.  Sadly we have seen young kids in tears trying to work these machines and wondering what they are doing wrong!  The truth is they are doing nothing wrong... the machines are fickle and should not be sold in the market as sewing machines.

So what do you do?  Firstly take it back!  It is not fit for purpose and under Aust Consumer Law you can get your money back. 

Next purchase a machine that will do the job!  After working with hundreds of machines and brands in The Studio we were excited when Gary showed us the Puggle 2 from Echidna Sewing.  It is a very basic entry level machine that works and has a top loading bobbin and speed control! Two things we believe are essential for kids and beginners. 

Don't buy a machine from a store that does not offer help and service.  We are very proud to be associated with the team at Echidna and value their support and help

 


Tweet Share Pin It Add Email


Leave a comment

Comments will be approved before showing up.


Also in Blog - Let's Sew

Our Changing Times
Our Changing Times

April 01, 2024

Continue Reading

Leesa's Adventure
Leesa's Adventure

October 24, 2022

Continue Reading

Nandini's Sewing Adventures
Nandini's Sewing Adventures

June 30, 2022

Continue Reading

Invalid password
Enter
Join Us
  • About Us
  • Location
  • Contact Us
  • Booking Terms & Conditions
Sign up for our Newsletter

Subscribe to our newsletter and always be the first to hear about what is happening.

  
Studio

We are only open for classes, courses and by appointment.  Please take a look at our website and contact Leesa at Sewing Adventures via the contact page or on 0417 591 438 for further inquiries.

Let's Sew!


© 2025 SewingAdventures. Powered by Shopify