Part 2 catch up vlog - New sewing machine, new Overlocker/Serger and sewing space!

[@andreayucis2008]

So glad you have a new sewing place and that you have your sewjo back!

[@jeanwhiley6571]

Great new sewing space Karen, lots more room to add stash😁 love the look of your new sewing machine too

[@julieagar4483]

Love, your new sewing space ❤Thanks for sharing 😊

[@colettelee3391]

Great vlogs just need to watch part 3 , glad your settled in your new sewing space. Love the look of your new machine ❤️

[@karensewsslowly]

Thank you Colette I am pleased with my machine so far, can't wait for it to be a 'no need to think about it' before I sew something on it scenario though - I know it will happen eventually 😁🥰xx

[@JanetteTaylor-q8x]

Love your new machine Karen and your overlocker, I’m looking forward to your review on it, it must be so difficult choosing a new one. Great new space too. ❤😊

[@karensewsslowly]

It was the purple decided it for me - I knew I wanted a Pfaff which narrowed it down to three main models in my price bracket - budget is everything I spotted a Brother machine on one site which was £13,000 !!!!! I would want to be able to drive it if my machine had cost that much 🤣🤣🥰xx

[@lindajones9624]

So pleased for you Kare ❤xx

[@deborahpringle8512]

Love your new machines I’m thinking of getting a pfaff so will be interested to see how you get on with it. I keep my cutting mat under my sofa it just slides under and keeps it nice and flat, I noticed you have a sofa in your sewing room so maybe you could too. X

[@karensewsslowly]

Thanks for watching Deborah, unfortunately my sofa is a recliner so all the workings are underneath 🙄 So far I LOVE my Pfaff I wasn't that bothered about the lighting built into the machine but I have to say I think it's one of favourite features it is so bright. I will review when I've used a few more features but it's all going well so far. Happy sewing 🥰xx

[@amandah4834]

Love the new sewing space Karen you certainly have more room in there to spread your stuff around you I bet the light is good too , I know I would use my machine more if I didn’t have to fetch it out onto the kitchen table every time 😩great tour vlog looking forward to the next one 🤗Amanda xx💕

[@karensewsslowly]

Hello Lovely, I found once I was tucked away upstairs I didn't sew as much as I did when I was at the end of the kitchen because every time I went in the kitchen my sewing stuff was just there, in my face! 🥰xx

[@dianapower-qo8gy]

Just watched part two, lovely sewing space with a lovely view, good on you, and not having to run up stairs etc, I nearly bought the same overlocker, but, dB design Australia and Ruan got me looking at theirs and wow air threading the needles got me, should arrive tomorrow Monday my time, can't wait,but alas have to 😢 having just moved my sewing space is half what I had 😢but will over come and adapt 😂, now going to watch part three of your Mini series,oh had a great laugh visualising the overlocker flying through the window 😂😂😂 regards Diana from NZ 🎉❤

[@karensewsslowly]

I love the air threader - although I am still getting used to it and have only done it two or three times as I haven't needed to change the colour of my thread but I know it will get easier - I know sometimes I am not in the right mind to sew - I bypass the shouting at my machines to just wanting to throw them out, this is when I should perhaps just read or watch a bit of TV instead. You will have your new machine by now so have a lovely time playing and let me know how it goes. 🥰xx

[@louiseroberts9553]

Lovely room and machines glad you have treated yourself love your phrase “stuff it” well done. X

[@karensewsslowly]

'Stuff it' gets used a lot in this house 🤣🤣🥰xx

[@andrearyan816]

I’m enjoying the series. Fabulous new machines to play with. I have the same serger and still managed to thread it wrong and break a few needles. Lovely new space to sew and still feel part of your family life.

[@karensewsslowly]

Hi Andrea yes a few people have said that and I hadn't thought about it but it's good to be able to see everyone through the doors (by everyone I mean the dogs and hubby!) although I can leave the doors open too as Alfie gets distressed sometimes if I shut them and the hubster has some headphones for the tv so he can't hear me 'rattling away' as he puts it. 🥰xx

[@letitiathomson914]

Hi Karen, your new machines look great. Pfaff machines are terrific. I bought my first one in 1978 😮 and the one I’m using now I bought in 2001. Not bad eh!!! They are fabulous workhorses. Looking forward to Part 3. 🧵🪡🇦🇺

[@karensewsslowly]

WOW hope mine lasts as long - happy sewing 🥰xx

[@ElaineR66]

Wow that’s a lovely looking sewing machine, Karen! I’ll look forward to your review of it. Take care ❤

[@janetwilkinson7080]

Wow 😮 machine envy 😂😂😂 good luck with them xx

[@karensewsslowly]

It's a very expensive way to regain your Sew-jo 🤣🥰xx

[@jgsawka]

Congrats on your new machines! How exciting!! Your sewing space looks cozy and it looks like you have some nice natural light too. Looking forward to the fabric stash vlog! ❤

[@jackiecaine3220]

Love the new sewing space, that will be fantastic in the summer, doors open birds singing fab!

[@karensewsslowly]

And don't forget the dogs running in and out and interrupting every vlog like they do 🤣🤣 mind you what you are saying sounds idyllic ! 🥰xx

[@evelynwatt8029]

Hi Karen love your new sewing space be much better for you Pleased you are happy with your machines Once you get used to it you will love the Air Threader I was glad I paid out the extra and got one Love it Glad you are having a better week and look forward to part 3 Have a lovely weekend 😘❤️🌹

[@karensewsslowly]

Aw you too Evelyn - looking forward to a pic of the moon boot! I give you a shout out at the end of part three but it was recorded before our chat yesterday. Take care lovely 🥰xx

[@evelynwatt8029]

Thankyou Karen I will see if I can figure out how to post a picture ❤️

[@Julie_sews_her_own_clothes]

Love your new space and machines. I’m lucky enough to have a dedicated sewing & vlogging room in the garden but I don’t have a tv in there. I had to get a Wi-Fi extension so I can have KZbin on my iPad or laptop while I’m sewing as I agree with you, it’s quite inspiring to watch/ listen and sew. Bring on the fabric haul 🤩😍

[@karensewsslowly]

I love your sewing room too Julie. Although I would need industrial heaters up here if I had the same as you I think you are a little further south than me? Loved your Pogonips by the way! 🥰xx

[@Julie_sews_her_own_clothes]

@@karensewsslowly haha yes I’m in Essex which is definitely milder than up North . I do have a very good heating/ air con system in there so I can sew early mornings or late evenings, no sport Chanel blaring out in the background and no worries about disturbing anyone with the overlocker

[@suze7268]

Excellent stuff, dear Karen! Well done for treating yourself, I hope you soon get to grips with your gorgeous new machines & can sew up a storm in your lovely new space! Looking forward to part 3 & all that lovely fabric :) Happy sewing, lovely lady. Enjoy!! xXx

[@karensewsslowly]

Happy sewing to you too Lovely, thank you again for watching 🥰xx

[@SewMyTime]

Lovely new sewing space. Fabulous new machines - definitely have a touch of green eye but cannot think of anyone who deserves them more. Wonderful that your sewjo is back. I use tweezers to thread my Overlocker needles - really long ones with a fine end with little grips on- a real game changer for me anyway. Looking forward to your hauls. 😊 Lynne

[@karensewsslowly]

Hi Lynne and thank you that's so sweet of you to say that. I have some tweezers too but the crampy hands don't work well with them either - although it might have saved my finger from injury - good job I wasn't on the blood thinners at that point I could have lost pints! Happy sewing lovely 🥰xx

[@sarahnewman3527]

Love my Pfaff 710! Enjoy! x

[@karensewsslowly]

Slowly getting used to it Sarah.🥰xx

[@lr2168]

Hi Karen, love your new sewing space, and new machines. Just wondering if your cutting mat would fit under the sofa, I always think they are best kept flat.

[@karensewsslowly]

A few have suggested this but unfortunately it won't the sofa is a recliner and all the frame and mechanics are underneath it. I have used the mat and it wasn't too bent and by the time I'd cut the pattern out it had flattened out. Thanks for watching, happy sewing 🥰xx

[@Sew-and-sew]

I have the Janome air threader. It’s great. I found it hard getting used to threading too - Word of warning - never be tempted to knot new threads and pull through loopers. Got away with it for a while but then one got stuck with knot still inside the tiny tube 😢 Obviously not covered by guarantee as my fault. Cost £80 to sort. Also my darling husband had got rid of original box so had to buy a new one for £30 to be able to send to off Janome. Hard lesson to learn but got it back and works fine again 😊

[@karensewsslowly]

Thanks for that Rita as I probably would've tried that - was your needle threader a bit stiff as mine is very stiff and 'jerky' not a smooth flow like my sewing machines although same sort of mechanism? My machine came direct from Janome although I didn't order it from them but the sales assistant warned me against using cheap threads and I have found when using 'hairy' threads the air thread system doesn't seem to like it much. I'm sure I will get used to it over time. Happy sewing 🥰xx

[@Sew-and-sew]

@@karensewsslowly Yes Karen. I know what you mean about the threader being a bit jerky. It’s not as smooth as my Bernina one. It is designed to click from left to right too, so you can thread both needles. Works well though, you’ll soon get used to it and it sews beautifully. I’ve never noticed any problems with type of thread. I just use whatever’s handy. Rarely have to change settings either, usually ‘3’s’ for pretty much everything. Enjoy getting to know your new machine!! 😊❤️

[@greenquiltsgalore1326]

What a lovely new space and great new machines!

[@mecraftytoo]

So pleased that you got both your new machines, you totally deserve them, after what you have, are, going through. Must say they are both gorgeous and I sure you will love the pfaff , I absolutely love mine, and the air thread overlocker should be fabulous, I’m well jealous. Love your new sewing room, that’s a lot better you can just shut your doors on it and come and go as you like without feeling cut off from the rest of the house. Good job 😊 much better idea. x

[@karensewsslowly]

Can you believe it was hubster who suggested it - he said he didn't like me being shut away upstairs - bless. 🥰xx

[@mecraftytoo]

Aww so sweet ❤

[@makeitsew2023]

I’m loving the colour of your new pfaff machine 🤩 thank you for another enjoyable vlog x

[@karensewsslowly]

It was all to do with the purple and nothing to do with the capabilities of the machine but don't tell anyone! 🤣🥰xx

[@makeitsew2023]

@@karensewsslowly love that and very justifiable 🥰

[@howardpennpenn]

Lovely new sewing space AND machines! 😃 Good for you!

[@karensewsslowly]

Eee I know I did feel a little guilty for spending so much but not for very long 😛🥰xx

[@linvin18]

Hi Karen, I have the Pfaff 710 too, it's a great machine isn't it. I'm envious of your air threader 😂 You new sewing room looks great. Hope your health improves so you can sew up all that fabric 😊

[@karensewsslowly]

I may be in touch then, don't you find that there is a lack of how to videos on YT about the 710? It all seems to be about the 720 - there are a few but only one or two I found helpful. 🥰xx

[@ellawalton6742]

Lovely new machines. Could you store the cutting mat under the sofa ? X

[@karensewsslowly]

Hi Ella - unfortunately no, the sofa is an electric recliner so all the workings are underneath sadly. I will probably end up with it on the desk under my machines at some point but at the moment whilst I am still in love with my machines I think the black sets them off beautifully - but when I've had them a while and the 'newness' idea has worn off I'll not be so bothered. 🥰xx

[@ellawalton6742]

@@karensewsslowly ha ha, yes I see your point (both in fact) how about standing it behind the bookcase ? Just a thought. 🤔

[@frankjanvari737]

hello very beautiful plaff sewing machine please kindly place the video camera on the floor and film how to operate the sewing machine electric foot pedal how its used to sew please ok?thank you very much 😊

[@karensewsslowly]

I apologise for my camera-work it's not the best - it's not even a camera it's just my phone 😂 I will do a much more in-depth vlog once I know how to use my machine with more confidence I promise. Make sure you subscribe and then you won't miss it, thank you for watching Frank. Take care 🥰xx

[@margewyatt1743]

Your knee will certainly benefit😊

[@karensewsslowly]

🤣🤣 My husband has bashed his knees a few times as the computer is on that desk now! 🥰xx

[@pamelalewis3966]

Stuff it. STUFF. IT. 🩷🤣

[@karensewsslowly]

😁🥰xx

[@robynlaszlo6128]

Fabulous new machines and work place makes all the difference lots of fun ahead 😊😊😊

[@karensewsslowly]

Fun indeed with probably a few naughty words in the air too! 😂🥰xx