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I came across a well written article (in BBC News) about the invention of the sewing machine and how it somewhat liberated women. I was blown away by what I read. Of course,I knew everything sewn before it was sewn by hand (think of those long dresses and multiple petticoats, etc). Seamstresses were paid a pittance while it took her 14 hours to make a shirt. The article is well worth a reading in total - men didn't think a woman were intelligent enough to use a sewing machine. Also, interesting information about Mr. Singer! I'm anxious to know what all my Sister Cuties from around the world think! hugs, Laura
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asterixsew
18 Jan 2020
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Laura, thanks for bringing this to others attention. I read it a few days ago. A few years ago I wrote that I had been to a wedding in Paignton and I discovered a museum full of Singer machines. Turned out the building where the wedding was had been built by Singer. After Singer left the USA he lived in England. Singer had a rather colourful life.
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Oh, my, he had three families! I wonder what he would have thought of the "Me Too" movement!!!! Thanks for your comment!!
Thanks for posting!
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Thanks, for the info enjoyed that.
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Makes for an interesting read - doesn't it!!
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crafter2243
19 Jan 2020
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Thanks for sharing. That is very interesting reading indeed
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I thought so too!! Thanks!
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Thanks for the link. I did not realize he took over and revised an already existing design. Great read. Hugs. Nan
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I hated to read some of the comments about women! Just shows how subjugated women were then.