Tutorial: How to use the automatic needle threader on your sewing machine

I have been sewing since I was 5 (I’m 42 now), and I have never EVER been able to figure out the automatic threader feature. Granted, the machine I learned on did not have that feature, nor does my main sewing machine I use now. But I’ve never been able to make it work on my other machines. The instruction manuals were pretty much useless. But today I mastered the automatic threader, and I’m very proud of myself for that feat, thanks to this handy how-to from Heather from The Sewing Loft. If you’ve also had trouble making automatic threaders work, I highly recommend her tutorial.

Click below for her tutorial:

Automatic Needle Threader | Sewing Term, by The Sewing Loft

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!