Poor sewing machine, poor sewer

[stripey_cat]

I decided, as a reward for tidying up somewhat and actually sending some stuff to the charity shop, I'd dig out my sewing machine and make myself a new skirt. I haven't actually sewn on the machine since (I think) making the Balrog gown nearly three years ago. A machine that's been in its case for three years needs a good clean; then she gave me

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[wellinghall]

But why are you feeling sorry for the pipe taking waste water away from your house? ;-)

[tigerfort]

Gaaaah. I think I was already coming down with a bad clod when I posted that. What is the proper term for one who sews (other than seamstress, which has another ambiguity)?