Anyway, how does this tie in with a vintage thingie, you ask....
In the process, I remembered that I had found THIS at a garage sale (for all of $1.00!) -- it's from 1985.
It's an "Easy Punch Automatic Embroidery Machine" and we'll just have to see how "easy" it is!!
I plan on trying it out for another punch needle project sometime in the not-too-distant future and see how the older "automatic" technique compares with the newer "by hand" technique. That is, if I can keep from letting it run off my fabric and onto my fingers!!
This one is battery operated but has an adapter for electricity -- alas, the adapter was not included in my find. The instructions say that it goes faster with electricity though, so it's probably good that I only have the battery power!
Whoa! Looks like a submarine -- or a happy dolphin!
According to the brochure, the "automatic 'walking' needle ensures close, even stitching" -- I hope so, because that was the hardest part of doing the punching by hand. I had a tendency to lift the point of the needle off the fabric and that was a clear mistake! The backside of the work should look like small, even stitches..... didn't happen for me!
So, when I get around to using this smart little device, I'll show you my gorgeous project (which, of course, I know it will be)!! Just be aware that it (and I) may become even more vintage before that day comes!
Just for fun, here's the one I just completed using the newer "by hand" technique!!
♥♥♥ Linking my Punch Needle to Vintage Thingie Thursday over at Colorado Lady. Hop on over to find more vintage thingies!!
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I did needlepoint years ago, but not like this. If my eyes were better, I definitely would try this.
ReplyDeleteLike LV, I loved to cross stitch/embroider when I was younger. Your piece turned out so pretty; makes me want to try it! Thanks so much for visiting!
ReplyDeleteWell this is interesting, seen one of these little things but have never tried one. Love your finished piece.
ReplyDeleteAnn
That looks really neat. I found some old antique rugs that were done on burlap and the texture of the top looks similar.
ReplyDeleteLaura from EBT
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That is so intriguing and fun - I wonder how it works? Thanks so much for sharing it with us.
ReplyDeleteHappy VTT and machine embroidering! :)
ooooo...so pretty...
ReplyDeleteI was wondering what that blue thingy was. Glad that's all cleared up. Enjoy the adventure - be brave - have fun with it.
ReplyDeleteYou can get the Easy Punch Embroidery Machine, supplies, accessories at this website: http://www.keelingskrafts.com/catalog/
ReplyDeleteTheir prices are way more reasonable than other sites I've visited.
Hey did it work? I bought one of these and was curious
ReplyDeleteI found one of these at Goodwill. It came with needles and threaders and the large spool holder, but it didn't come with instructions. I haven't even seen if it works with batteries yet, but it also did not come with the adapter. I'm trying to find any kind of instructions for it on Google. Glad I found your blog.
ReplyDeleteHi!
ReplyDeleteI know that your post is very old, but I would be highly interested to buy an easy punch embroidery machine for a little girl without internet connection. It should be extreamly cheap as she cannot afford due to her family financial issues in corona times (also the shipping will be very high).
I would highly appreciate any help on that.
thanks a lot
the embroidery look so nice embroidery digitizing companies pretty work.
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