Outside of elaborate Halloween costumes, the sewing machine seems to be falling to the wayside.
We think that's a darn shame. Just imagine being at your holiday party and not having to worry about someone wearing the same dress as you. Or getting your niece the perfect gift for her and her Barbie.
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We combed through some of the dorky yet endearing vintage sewing patterns available on Etsy to help breathe new life into sewing machines everywhere.
Take a look at our faves and see if it doesn't make you want to dust of your old Singer.
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