Nannymade Sewing Services

Nannymade Sewing Services Located in Hartwell GA. I am a Retired Air Force Veteran.

Focus on: Marine Canvas Repair (boat bimini & covers: zippers, snaps, velcro, patches, seams re-stitched), Heavy Duty Repair (tents, RVs, equine tack), Vintage Sewing Machine Sales & Servicing.

This was such a rewarding restoration. I found this lovely lavender lady (from 1963) at the Hart County Habitat for Hum...
11/16/2025

This was such a rewarding restoration. I found this lovely lavender lady (from 1963) at the Hart County Habitat for Humanity Thrift Store for $10, purchased the pattern cams in the orange box from eBay and printed and comb bound a user manual. I have been searching for a vintage lavender Necchi or Kenmore and was excited to discover what was underneath the ugly painted lid (although it did have a sweet message written on it). The machine was dirty but not frozen and in beautiful cosmetic condition. Didn’t take long to have her sewing perfectly. The lid of the case had been painted and the base had lots of black fabric coming off. I used tacky glue on the base and re-painted it black. I was thinking all I could do is repaint the top until I saw a picture online of what it originally looked like and what was underneath that paint! I just had to try and get it back. A test spot with gel paint remover showed promise. After several hours of scrubbing with a tooth brush and plastic scraper it’s good as new. I was amazed that it worked and so happy to add her to the stable. I’ve Googled the names that were written on the case because it would be nice to let a family member know the machine has been restored, is used and loved but I had no luck.

SOLD:FOR SALE: Singer model 301 (later years called a 301A) with #74 Trapezoid Spinet cabinet and matching stool. Com...
12/03/2024

SOLD:
FOR SALE: Singer model 301 (later years called a 301A) with #74 Trapezoid Spinet cabinet and matching stool. Comes with all the accessories shown. I have cleaned, oiled, greased and extensively test sewn. It sews a perfectly balanced stitch and runs quiet and smooth. There are some spots on the cabinet that could stand refinishing and a small amount of veneer de-lamination on the right side (easily glued…none is missing). I re-upholstered the stool and added new foam. This is a straight stitch slant shank machine that is portable and also cabinet mountable. It was the first model of sewing machines made in the Anderson South Carolina Singer factory in the mid 1950’s. Just pop it out of the cabinet and carry with collapsible handle. Weighs about 16 pounds so perfect for quilting guilds, classes, RV’ing or travel. Located in Hartwell GA, near the Ingles. $350.00.

It was my pleasure to make the table runners for Kira Novack’s daughter’s wedding. It was a big project with ten 12 foo...
11/10/2024

It was my pleasure to make the table runners for Kira Novack’s daughter’s wedding. It was a big project with ten 12 foot runners and two 8 foot runners. The table toppers were made by The Singing Wren Sewing Studio LLC.

Upcycling, repurposing, flipping…I love it all. This is my granddaughter Violet (with my granddog, Ozzy, alumni from Ha...
11/10/2024

Upcycling, repurposing, flipping…I love it all. This is my granddaughter Violet (with my granddog, Ozzy, alumni from Hart County Humane Society). My daughter, Kayla Spurlock, took a quilting class while she was pregnant with Violet and made this lap quilt top. For those who quilt, I salute you. It is an art that I’ve never gotten good at. Fast forward 10 years and Kayla asks if I can finish the quilt. Uhmm…no. But, I had an alternate idea and she loved it. I used the topper to make a big tote bag and zippered cosmetic pouch for Violet’s 11th birthday. Now she has an heirloom gift that was created by her mom and her Nanny.

It’s been a while since I’ve posted because I’ve paused sewing for the public until after the new year. I had (and stil...
11/09/2024

It’s been a while since I’ve posted because I’ve paused sewing for the public until after the new year. I had (and still have) lots of “me” projects and gift making for the holidays to complete but thrilled to have this huge project checked off. It is our back porch patio furniture (still need to finish painting the house - navy blue) so ignore the bad backdrop. I’ve always been a frugal thrifter and flipper and this was a fun one. I found the pvc wicker furniture on Markeplace for $80, threw away the old cushions and went to work. I bought the red fabric at All About Fabrics in Williamston SC which is one of my favorite places (other than estate sales and thrift stores) to find fabric. Cutting foam perfectly with a special tool that works like an electric knife on a skateboard was a breeze. I sewed it on one of my Italian made vintage sewing machines. Those all metal machines made pre-1970 are such workhorses. I’m really happy with the results and will be ready to give quotes and get back to Nannymade jobs in January. In the mean time, I have been referring out alteration requests. If you need something done, I know of three talented seamstresses in Hartwell that may be able to help you.

SOLD.For sale: Singer 500A slant needle Rocketeer. $125 OBO.Just finished rehabbing another old Singer favorite. Made...
06/21/2024

SOLD.
For sale: Singer 500A slant needle Rocketeer. $125 OBO.

Just finished rehabbing another old Singer favorite. Made in the Anderson SC factory in the early 60’s with all metal internal parts and an aluminum body. It was styled during the Apollo space missions thus the nickname “Rocketeer.” This one does many decorative zig zag stitches to embellish crafts or quilting. Comes with everything seen in the photos. I have one of these in my personal collection and love to sew on it. Located in Hartwell GA near the Ingles.

SOLD.For Sale: Singer, all metal, zig zag sewing machine model 328K, $75.00 OBO. Here is a great all metal Singer from...
06/19/2024

SOLD.
For Sale: Singer, all metal, zig zag sewing machine model 328K, $75.00 OBO.

Here is a great all metal Singer from 1961 that was made in the Scotland factory. I have cleaned, oiled, greased, adjusted and installed a new belt. After the overhaul, it test sewed beautifully on 4 layers of denim and delicate quilting cotton. I love the bobbin winder design on this model. You use that bottom spool pin and don’t have to unthread anything on the upper when it’s time to fill a bobbin. It is my favorite bobbin winding design of all my machines. And, I have many!

Comes with a reprinted comb bound user manual, an all purpose presser foot, the ZIG ZAG Cam (can’t zig zag without it), and one plastic class 66 bobbin. Additional low shank feet and bobbins are inexpensive and readily available on line. I like Amazon for these type accessories. It is table top ready with rubber feet and bottom cover or it can be mounted in a Singer cabinet. There are some rust spots on the nose cover and a few paint dings on the hand wheel. I have a couple more all metal workhorse Singers coming up for sale after this one. If you or someone you know is looking for a reliable strong machine that has lasted for generations and will sew for many more…please contact me before buying a plastic machine that was made for planned obsolescence. I can save you money and frustration. I’m in Hartwell GA near the Ingles.

A back pack save for Becky Trotter. Before you throw something away, message me. I have machines for heavy duty indust...
06/05/2024

A back pack save for Becky Trotter. Before you throw something away, message me. I have machines for heavy duty industrial work like this and everything in between. Marine canvas, home decor, zippered seat cushions, garment alterations/modifications, and more.

Another “me” project off my back. Oh how I have procrastinated this one, but…finally finished recovering the cushions i...
05/19/2024

Another “me” project off my back. Oh how I have procrastinated this one, but…finally finished recovering the cushions in our sunroom. I purchased the outdoor heavy duty fabric at All About Fabrics in Williamston SC (outside of Anderson) for only $11 per yard. Love the way it turned out but my head still hurts from doing all the calculations to make that pattern line up perfectly:). And, surprisingly, I didn’t have to rip out anything for a re-do. This type of work is time consuming and tedious and is often cost prohibitive if you can find ready made cushions that fit your need. However, if you have a job for me to look at and quote, shoot me a message.

Chair cushion recovering: I’m now taking zippered chair cushion projects. This type of job is tedious and time intensi...
05/02/2024

Chair cushion recovering: I’m now taking zippered chair cushion projects. This type of job is tedious and time intensive so the bulk of the cost is labor. But, sometimes when premade cushions aren’t available in the size or color you need…investing in re-covering is the way to go. I recommend All About Fabrics in Williamston SC (just outside of Anderson) for outdoor and home-decorating fabrics. Most of their outdoor fabric is $10-12 per yard. That’s where my customer got this pretty blue striped fabric for her sunroom ottoman cushions. There was a little extra so I made two 18” pillow covers with invisible zippers. She got the pillow forms off Amazon.

Sewing patches. Motorcycle clubs, law enforcement, military, scouts, etc. I was in a the Air Force for 33 years and ha...
04/11/2024

Sewing patches. Motorcycle clubs, law enforcement, military, scouts, etc. I was in a the Air Force for 33 years and have sewn lots of patches. Message me if you need some sewn on.

Stretch knit hemming with a factory finish (called coverstitch). T-shirts, athletic wear, yoga pants, shorts, swim wear...
04/05/2024

Stretch knit hemming with a factory finish (called coverstitch). T-shirts, athletic wear, yoga pants, shorts, swim wear, sleep wear, etc. Quick turn around. Message for a quote and scheduling.

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