Sewing Machine

Clothing1846Elias HoweUSA
InventorElias Howe
Year1846
CategoryClothing
OriginUSA

About Sewing Machine

Howe won a patent infringement case against Isaac Singer, who commercialized it better. The foot treadle freed both hands for guiding fabric. It was one of the first mass-produced consumer appliances. Ready-made clothing and the garment industry were born.

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