Sewing Machines by Hobkirk News

Hobkirks Demonstrator Wins Competition With World Famous BMW Mini Motor Vehicles

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 9:02:00 GMT

Hobkirk Sewing Machines demonstrator, Leanne Richards has become the winner of a competition with Mini Motor Vehicles, Manchester.

Curtain and Blind Making Classes Now Available

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 8:49:00 GMT

There are now classes available for making lined and unlined curtains and also roman blinds!

Basic Sewing Class Now Available

Wed, 9 Jun 2010 15:45:00 GMT

For those who want to learn to sew or would like to further their sewing skills a class will be held on 24th June from 10am till 3pm. The class is ideal for beginners and also anyone who has a passion for sewing.

Ever Wondered How a Sewing Machine Actually Works?

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:12:00 GMT

Ever Wondered How a Sewing Machine Actually Works?

Help Choosing a Sewing Machine with Kirstie Allsopp

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:53:00 GMT

Not sure which Sewing Machine to buy? Have a look what Kirstie Allsopp has to say about Janome

Sewing In a Zipper

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT

At one time or another, every sewer will probably need to insert a zipper into a garment, and with a little bit of preparation, you'll be able to do it easily with great results

History of the Sewing Machine

Tue, 6 Oct 2009 12:08:00 GMT

Although the sewing machine of today is largely an American innovation, stemming from inventions made between 1845 and 1854, the prototype was invented by an Englishman...

Why buy from Argos when you can buy from the experts?

Mon, 5 Oct 2009 12:42:00 GMT

Why buy from Argos when you can buy from the experts? Don't buy the BROTHER XL2620 from a catalogue photograph

Janome Sewing Machine Co., Ltd. accumulated total of 50 million household sewing machines

Thu, 1 Oct 2009 14:41:00 GMT

Janome Sewing Machine Co., Ltd. proudly announces the achievement of having produced an accumulated total of 50 million household sewing machines. The announcement was made by Mr. Sumikazu Kato..

Janome 1600P Professional - Sewing Machine

Thu, 1 Oct 2009 9:17:00 GMT

The Janome Professional series of machines are renowned for their precision, consistency, stability and speed but especially for their expansive workspace.

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Thu, 3 Sep 2009 16:46:00 GMT

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Hobkirk Sewing Machines Exhibiting at this years 'Stitch and Creative Craft Show'

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:55:00 GMT

Hobkirk Sewing Machines with be exhibiting at this years 'Stitch and Creative Craft Show' at Manchester Central, 4th, 5th & 6th September 2009.

Buy the Pfaff Quilt Expression 4 and receive the amazing Fab U Motion for FREE!

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:40:00 GMT

Buy the Pfaff Quilt Expression 4 and receive the amazing Fab U Motion (for free hand quilting & sewing) worth _249 FREE OF CHARGE!..

Hobkirks 'Basic Sewing' course can get you up and running in the world of sewing come along on September 4th

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:28:00 GMT

Do you know the difference between polyester and cotton thread and which to use on what product?...

Hobkirk Sewing Machines of Blackburn appointed sole UK distributor of Zoje (Diamond) Industrial Sewing Machines

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:20:00 GMT

Hobkirk Sewing Machines of Darwen Street, Blackburn are pleased to be appointed sole UK distributor of Zoje (Diamond) industrial sewing machines, after a personal visit to China by Mr Peter Hobkirk.

Why buy from Argos when you can buy from the experts?

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:15:00 GMT

Why buy from Argos when you can buy from the experts? Don't buy the BROTHER XL2620 from a catalogue photograph, come to our showroom...

Sewing Machine sales soar 500%

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:30:00 GMT

If more proof was needed that we are living in a brave new world since the recession, consider the success of the humble sewing machine.

Singer Sewing Machines in the News

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:23:00 GMT

Singer Sewing Machines are possibly the most well known and popular sewing machines that have existed. Back in the day everybody wanted to get their hands on a Singer Sewing Machine and back in April they suddenly received interest once again in the Middle East as the following story explains....

Janome Sewing Machines

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 9:52:00 GMT

Janome Sewing Machine Co., Ltd. proudly announces the achievement of having produced an accumulated total of 50 million household sewing machines. The announcement was made by Mr. Sumikazu Kato, president of Janome, at a ceremony held at Janome’s Tokyo headquarters.

The Sewing Machine song

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 5:15:00 GMT

A bit of light entertainment... Opening scene from a 40s musical starring Betty Hutton. Hutton's most notable film role was the part of Annie Oakley in the 1950 musical of "Annie Get Your Gun."