Vintage sewing machine

I was wary of buying a new sewing machine that might glitch and crap out on me. Then I happened upon a vintage machine for less than $100 at a creative reuse shop and surprised myself and bought it on the spot. The "love you" label affixed to the top very likely had something to do with it — it felt like a little message from the universe. I love feeling connected to its original owner as I sew.

That said, if you want a new machine, check out Sydney Graham's IG/YouTube! She has lots of great recs.