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Written by mary brooks picken and published by the singer sewing machine company usa. The singer 44s classic heavy duty sewing machine includes. Singer corporation is an american manufacturer of consumer sewing machines, first established as i. Top 5 best sewing books for beginners beginner sewing. This book covers interesting facts about sewing, some information on history, information as to the best type of needle to use for various fabrics, which sewing machine is best for a.
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