08 Oct My New Machine – Pfaff Creative Icon
In June I had the distinct pleasure of becoming a Pfaff Ambassador and received the Pfaff Creative 4.5 as an introduction to the Pfaff brand.
Last week, I received Pfaff’s newest, most advanced sewing and embroidery machine, The Creative Icon just introduced to the market.
The machine is unlike any I’ve seen….. it knows my name, talks to my computer, and just looking at it puts my sewing on another level. I begin learning how to apply its multitude of capabilities this week, and I look forward to sharing my Creative Icon sewing experiences.
I’ve had the Creative Icon for 6 days, long enough to find my way around and sew the dress I’m wearing (on the Mood Sewing Network and blog later this week).
This smart machine features a 10-inch wifi touch screen loaded with tutorials, decorative stitches and embroidery designs. It sends alerts to your smartphone as well as status updates on your projects. Also included is mySewnet™ cloud storage, PFAFF® SewNotice™ alerts and auto software notifications, and PFAFF® ImageStitch™ .
The workspace is large enough to easily accommodate projects such as quilts, home dec and my latest dress with a 144″ circumference.
One feature I immediately loved is its ingenious lighting strategically placed to view your project from any angle regardless of poor room lighting.
When my neighbor learned I sew most of my clothes his comment was “What? You mean people still do that? I thought that died with the dinosaurs!” This is no dinosaur, Baby!
I have so much to learn about this remarkable machine, but I can testify that thus far it is the most incredible sewing machine I have ever seen, touched or used.
So stay tuned, Dear Readers, for there is lots to come!
Until soon 🙂
Debbie Bowdish
Posted at 07:15h, 08 OctoberThe new Pfaff looks amazing!!!! I am anxious to see your new creations!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 07:20h, 08 OctoberHi Debbie! I’ve got lots to learn but I’m pleased at how easy it has been to navigate without having official lessons yet. I’m very excited about learning more 😉
Susan Randolph
Posted at 07:18h, 08 OctoberWoohoo! I get mine tomorrow from the shop you got your first machine. I moved down to SC and was dismayed by the distance to the neatest Pfaff dealer. Lo and behold, while I was readinf your blog a couple of months ago I found out about the Charleston dealer – just in time to get the new Icon! 😍 can’t wait!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 07:22h, 08 OctoberCongratulations, Susan! I take it you purchased your machine at Five Eighth Seams in Charleston? That is a great shop with wonderful owners and helpful staff.
Susan Randolph
Posted at 07:24h, 08 OctoberYes. They’re great!
Susan Randolph
Posted at 07:23h, 08 OctoberSo excited I can’t even spell! Nearest and reading.
Marijane Smith
Posted at 07:25h, 08 OctoberCan’t wait to see this machine at The Houston Quilt Show next month. It looks fantastic and your red dress is beautiful!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 07:46h, 08 OctoberThank you, Marijane! The machine will blow you away – it’s that amazing :). :).
Becky Bagwell
Posted at 07:27h, 08 OctoberAmazing! Can’t wait to see your creations ! Enjoy and good-luck! You can do anything! P.S. you look great in red and your pics are perfection!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 07:47h, 08 OctoberLOL – not anything but I’ll be able to do a lot with the help of this machine 😉 Many thanks, Becky!
Cathy Quibell
Posted at 07:34h, 08 OctoberThis is fantastic!! You are beyond lucky and i cannot wait to see your future creations 🇿🇦
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 07:48h, 08 OctoberI am so beyond lucky I’m having to pinch myself 😉 Many thanks for the comment, Cathy!
Pamela Elaine Smith
Posted at 08:00h, 08 OctoberPhew Pfaff what a beast! Your neighbour wants to wake up to the incredible creations you make, like I mentioned before I don’t sew anymore, it’s just one of those things but I just love your blog for your amazing style. I adore your creations and the last blouse with back embroidered sleeves was as I said was worthy for Carolina Herrera to wear herself and this red red dress well words
fail. It’s gorgeous. Another for Carolina to wear!
In the 1970s my husband and I lived in Germany for 3 yrs and he bought me a Pfaff sewing machine as I used to make my clothes then, I had it for many years, I wish I had kept it, yeh compared to your modern beast my truly did belong in the Jurassic period! Chuckles just a bit of fun, but it was a good machine Pfaff are the best.
Enjoy your new machine it looks a beauty. I look forward to your other creations,
Love Pamela,
Wales, UK xx
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 10:59h, 08 OctoberLOL – I see the machine more as a king than a beast!! It’s unbelievable how far technology has advanced the once humble sewing machine 🙂 Many thanks, Pamela!
Ann Hiler
Posted at 08:28h, 08 OctoberMy icon is on order. I am sew looking forward to it coming in. I will be looking forward to you sharing what you discover about this machine.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:00h, 08 OctoberWonderful, Ann! I hope you will share with me what you discover as well ;). Thank you for the comment!
joyjc
Posted at 08:40h, 08 OctoberThe machine looks amazing and I know you will enjoy it. I have an older edition Pfaff embroidery machine and two incredible Bernina embroidery machines. When I see what they can do, I think how amazed my grandmother would be to see these machines. They are truly incredible! I absolutely love your dress and your sewing skills are just great!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:04h, 08 OctoberThank you so much, Joy! You are so right – our grandmothers would be totally amazed 🙂
Barbara Byrne
Posted at 08:47h, 08 OctoberWOW to both your beautiful dress and amazing new machine!!!!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:05h, 08 OctoberThank you, Barbara! I look forward to sharing the dress details on the blog this week 🙂
Marcia Nichols
Posted at 09:17h, 08 OctoberOh my ❤️❤️❤️ Can’t wait to learn more about this incredible machine!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:05h, 08 OctoberMe too, Marcia! So far so good, but there lots to learn :). 🙂
Lauren Loughlin
Posted at 09:29h, 08 OctoberI understand just how excited you are to own your new machine! I bought a Pfaff Quilt Expressions 4.2 in May and have been busily sewing since then.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:07h, 08 OctoberMany thanks for your comment, Lauren! Excitement will prevail for quite some time ;). Happy to know you are enjoying your new Pfaff!
Becky Thompson
Posted at 09:47h, 08 OctoberSuch a lucky girl!! And they are lucky to have you too. You’re a fabulous ambassador for Pfaff. Did they approach you, did you apply to them, how did this partnership come about? I’ve always been curious to know.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:09h, 08 OctoberThank you for your nice comment, Becky! Pfaff approached me during the Spring about the possibility. I was completely honored and thrilled it all worked out 😉
Patricia Parsons
Posted at 09:56h, 08 OctoberThis machine looks amazing! Really looking forward to seeing what you create with it. Given your fantastic style and couture aesthetic, there couldn’t be a better test of its capabilities.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:17h, 08 OctoberWhat a lovely comment – thank you so much, Patricia! I think my imagination will also be tested…… 😉
Margene
Posted at 10:01h, 08 OctoberHow EXCITING! Love everything you create so let the fun begin.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:18h, 08 OctoberThank you, Margene! The fun has definitely begun :).
Becky
Posted at 10:07h, 08 OctoberCongratulations on your new adventure! I am anxiously waiting to hear about this new machine. It looks like the Tesla of sewing machines, and I know you can manage it, but I wonder if it is too complicated for some of us? Nevertheless, very exciting. Pfaff couldn’t have picked a better person to showcase these machines and their advantages.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:21h, 08 OctoberIt’s definitely worthy of a Tesla comparison, Becky! My thought is this – if you can operate a computer you can operate this machine. While it’s technically advanced, the Creative Icon is not too complicated for anyone with basic sewing skills. Many thanks for your comment!
PsychicSewerKathleen
Posted at 10:44h, 08 OctoberYou are a fortunate woman! But it’s a gift well deserved – you sew such beautiful clothes 🙂 I look forward to reading more about this new Pfaff . My husband was just commenting yesterday that a man he knew 40 years ago said he had bought his wife a Pfaff and paid almost as much for it as he would have a car 🙂
s
Posted at 11:24h, 08 OctoberLOL – the Creative Icon technology rivals that of a car! Many thanks for your nice comment, Kathleen – I can’t wait to share more 🙂 🙂
Hanh-Trang Ginocchio
Posted at 11:03h, 08 OctoberCongratulations on being the new ambassador! You look very glam. in that beautiful red dress.
This would be awesome in combination with your embroidery machine. I’m looking forward to your new adventures.
Cheers!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:33h, 08 OctoberThank you, Hanh – Trang! This dress was really fun to create and I look forward to sharing details on the blog later this week 🙂
Mary Rames
Posted at 11:26h, 08 OctoberCongratulations Sarah! The PFAFF Creative Icon is truly an incredible machine and no doubt you will do it justice. I have been a PFAFF owner since 1982 when I started sewing wedding gowns. I still have that 1222 SE along with 3 others…including the PFAFF EXPRESSION 3.5 that I bought as an anniversary gift for my husband 2 years ago. He LOVES it! When we were visiting the San Diego area last month, I went to the store where I’ve purchased all of my machines for the past 17 years. I already knew that the CREATIVE ICON was way out of my budget, so I looked at the CREATIVE 4.5 that you had been using. But then…the shop owner, who has known me all of these years, showed me the CREATIVE SENSATION PRO II and made me an offer that I “couldn’t refuse!” So I bought it on the spot and put it in my already packed car and drove back to Arkansas! Oh my!!! She is amazing even though it’s the predecessor to the ICON. Still…it’s PFAFF and that ALWAYS means carefree creativity and quality. Every time! Happy sewing Sarah! Well deserved! Looking forward to seeing all of your beautiful makes.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:38h, 08 OctoberLOL – We should all buy our husbands such nice anniversary gifts!!! I’ve heard nothing but fantastic comments about the Creative Sensation Pro II 🙂
Many thanks for your great comment, Mary – enjoy your new machine!
Nita
Posted at 11:34h, 08 OctoberSomeday I would love to have a nice big machine like that! I’m asking for lotto tickets for Christmas, lol! But seriously…that dress!! You are such an inspiration to me as I learn to sew my own clothes.. Thank you. 🙂
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:39h, 08 OctoberThank you so much, Nita! I look forward to sharing dress details on the blog this week 😉
Catherine
Posted at 12:03h, 08 OctoberBeautiful dress! You’ve done such a good job as ambassador for Pfaff I can’t wait to see what you do with this amazing machine!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 15:55h, 08 OctoberThank you, Catherine! I too, can’t wait to explore the machine’s possibilities and report back 😉
Lucy
Posted at 15:14h, 08 OctoberHow exciting!!! I know you will make the most of what this machine is capable of doing and I’m looking forward to seeing what you create with it.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 15:56h, 08 OctoberThat’s my goal, Lucy, but I have lot to learn :). Many thanks for the comment!
Gerhild Turner
Posted at 15:18h, 08 OctoberCongratulations! I’m sure you are going to love it.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 15:56h, 08 OctoberThank you, Gerhild! I agree with you 😉
Frana Graco
Posted at 16:41h, 08 OctoberJust priced the Pfaff icon here in Australia. It is just under $15,000!!!!
Guess I won’t be buying that baby.😥
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 17:04h, 08 OctoberFrana,
It is an expensive machine for sure. I am very fortunate to have the opportunity to sew on this incredible sewing machine. I remember when my husband bought a $2,500 machine for me many years ago, and I couldn’t get over the price! Through the years, I’ve been amazed at the development of sewing machines, but of course with each new feature the price goes up.
Today’s machines are investments. Many dealers in the US offer trade- ins and interest free financing similar to cars! Fortunately, Pfaff offers a variety of machines to fit the needs, skills and budgets of most every sewist 🙂
S
Lone Star Couture
Posted at 18:04h, 08 OctoberMy goodness, what a creative beast this is! I’m still learning all the functions of my B560 I bought 3 years ago, I can’t imagine having any more options to choose from but it surely looks like you do. How fun! Your dress I beautiful. I don’t mean that to be an afterthought but that hulking machine sorta steals the show! D
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 18:39h, 08 OctoberLOL – This post is all about the machine, Dorcas! I’m sharing details about the dress later. Indeed there is a lot to learn, and I can’t wait to start learning. Hopefully the Pfaff dealer learned all there is to know at conference last week 😉
Linda LaMona
Posted at 18:04h, 08 OctoberThat is a lovely machine! Looks huge! I love all the bells and whistles you have with this! I am feeling machine envy!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 18:41h, 08 OctoberMany thanks, Linda! The machine is huge, but sleek 😉 I look forward to showcasing some of the bells and whistles soon!
Betsy Henry
Posted at 10:30h, 09 OctoberLooking forward to learning more
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:59h, 09 OctoberYou and me both, Betsy 😉
Maureen
Posted at 14:10h, 13 OctoberLooking forward to my icon, will pick it up on Tuesday ,the shop has an unveiling party on Oct.19 with someone from Phaff to teach us the new functions.
Maureen
Posted at 14:11h, 13 OctoberLooking forward to my icon, will pick it up on Tuesday ,the shop has an unveiling party on Oct.19 with someone from Pfaff to teach us the new functions.
Jennifer Essad
Posted at 22:20h, 13 OctoberI’d love to know more about this knew PFAFF, I’m researching embroidery/sewing machines for me to purchase one in the near future. What an exciting time for PFAFF and their customer
Helene Smith
Posted at 10:28h, 18 JulySo how does one go about becoming a Pfaff ambassador? I’ve been sewing with Pfaff all my life and absolutely LOVE Pfaff. You couldn’t get me to go for any other machine. I teach sewing to a few people and I’ve convinced 4 of them to get a Pfaff machine. I’d be interested to find out how to become an ambassador.
Jill
Posted at 16:33h, 08 MayNow that you have had the Icon for a few months, can you tell me how it does with machine piecing quilt blocks as well as free motion quilting?
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 20:35h, 13 MayJill,
I am not a quilter so I cannot answer your question. So sorry.