Sewing machines is a compound noun. (The gerund sewing is acting as a noun adjunct.)
they used sewing machines and lots of tools.
At home or in factories.
To the best of my knowledge people still use hand sewing machines
idk u guess
Some of the machines that are used to make purses include sewing machines and presses. Purses are sometimes hand-sewn as well.
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In the same way they are today
Sewing machines are used to fasten pieces of fabric together by using needle and thread, just like you would if you were sewing by hand, only much faster and neater.
Are you asking about a treadle machine? These were the ones used before electric sewing machines.
Sewing machines are used as a faster method of sewing compared to hand-stitching. Many people enjoy sewing as a hobby. With some experience one might find it easy to fashion their own curtains, placemats & napkins, pillows or other things. Sewing can be handy to make your own clothing or tailor store-bought clothing if you want to.
Have a look on eBay and craigslist. There are usually quite a few listings for used sewing machines at reasonable prices.
Both. Models at home are not that different than the factory version. How do you think most clothes are made? They are made in factories with sewing machines - you could search the net and you would see pictures of rows upon rows of people sitting at sewing machines in factory making shirts and jeans etc.