Isaac Merritt Singer

Isaac Merritt Singer (1811-1875) was an American inventor and businessman best known for developing the first practical sewing machine. His invention revolutionized the textile industry and changed how clothing was made, making production faster and more efficient. In addition to the sewing machine itself, Singer introduced innovations like the foot pedal and a use-based payment model, which made the machines more accessible. He founded the Singer Manufacturing Company, which became a major producer of sewing machines worldwide, contributing to the rise of home sewing and the ready-to-wear fashion industry. Singer’s legacy lives on in the sewing machines used today.