Barthely Thimonnier invented the sewing machine in 1830 to help sew uniforms for the French army. Today sewing machines are used for sewing clothes and other objects. Thomas Alba Fisher invented the electric washer in 1901 to make laundry easier. Now electric washers are commonly used in homes. William Hadaway invented the electric stove in 1896, and the first electric stove for home use came in 1892. Today electric stoves are widely used in homes, schools, and workplaces.