Is anyone familiar with "White" sewing machines? I ran across one this evening at goodwill but am not familiar with that brand name. Do you know who the manufacturer might be? It was rather generic looking - kind of cheap, in fact, I don't know if even had zigzag. It was priced at $29 and since I don't have a backup I'm looking for something to have on hand in case of a catastrophe.
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Originally Posted by kerrytaylor
Is anyone familiar with "White" sewing machines? I ran across one this evening at goodwill but am not familiar with that brand name. Do you know who the manufacturer might be? It was rather generic looking - kind of cheap, in fact, I don't know if even had zigzag. It was priced at $29 and since I don't have a backup I'm looking for something to have on hand in case of a catastrophe.
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I started out on an old White machine that my MIL gave to me. It only did a straight stitch, as the other functions didn't work, but the FMQ on it was beautiful!! That is the one I regret the most as far as getting rid of it. Would make a decent backup, IMHO.
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White Sewing Machine Co has been around since 1865 - Cleveland, OH.
I was just reading a book called White Rotary Sewing Machines...it had some history and the art of sewing in the book. |
I think they are good machines
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That's what I grew up with. Good (heavy) machine and old, old company.
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My first sewing machine was a white. Liked it for just basic quilting but then it started acting up - so i got Sally ( a singer with a few extra stitches!) I still have the white and I did take it apart and give her a good cleaning but sadly she just sits in her case. I know she is a good back up if I need her!
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I had one that I purchased in the early 80's. Did the basic straight/zigzag stitches, could make it do buttonholes, etc. Was a good heavy-duty machine and really would sew through just about anything. Kept it as a backup after I got my Viking several years ago. Then I got a FW and having very little space to work with decided the FW was enough of a backup for me so I sold the White to a friend's neighbor for $45. You would probably want to send it in for a tuneup. Around here that's $75-100. So if you're good with that kind of investment, I'd say go for it.
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We have several White machines that are used for charity sewing workshops at Church. One day one of them stopped working - I said I would take it home and see if I could figure it out -- it was FILTHY! I cleaned it well, gave it a drop of oil and she purrred like a kitten!
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My mother had a White, probably from the 40's or 50's. Not sure if she got it new or not. I still have it in the stand in the attic right now. It's kind of a brownish color, very heavy duty. My brother sewed wool WWII Army uniforms on it. My dad sewed naugahyde on it. It was well used and loved. The belt broke but I wanted to finish my blazar so I just hand turned the wheel to finish most of the blazar. Then daddy decided he would fix it.
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My MIL also gave me her White in the early 1960's when she bought a new Singer with all the bells and whistles, she even bought the desk cabinet. It came in a small wood cabinet whose top opened to make a sewing surface. I used it for many years, don't know if it did anything more than straight stitch because that's all I knew how to use back then. Instead of a foot pedal it had a knee lever to start and stop the machine.
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I started out on a White quilt star, that i picked up from goodwill for 35 bucks. She was a little picky about how i threaded her. And was very noisy. But She was a good machine.
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I sewed for years on a White sewing machine. Got it when I was a teen. My dad found it in the basement of a house that was going to be torn down. It wouldn't sew when he brought it home so took it in to be overhauled. It just needed a good cleaning and oiled. Only cost $5.00 then. What a find that was.
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Sewing machine back then were made to be work horses. My MIL had one and love it. :-P
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Originally Posted by May in Jersey
My MIL also gave me her White in the early 1960's when she bought a new Singer with all the bells and whistles, she even bought the desk cabinet. It came in a small wood cabinet whose top opened to make a sewing surface. I used it for many years, don't know if it did anything more than straight stitch because that's all I knew how to use back then. Instead of a foot pedal it had a knee lever to start and stop the machine.
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I sewed on my old white for years. It did the basic stitches and buttonholes. I traded up to a more deluxe machine about 25 years ago but never had any trouble with mine.
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I think I need to get back to the store this morning and take a closer look. Haven't been able to get it off of my mind. Thanks to the QB it never crossed my mind to have a back up - you know, perfect world and all. I wasn't thinking but I see it posted here often. Yikes! Thanks for your helpful information and wish me luck!
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I learned to sew on my grandmother's treadle White machine. Sure wish I still had it.
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My first sewing machine is a White. In fact, it's White 2221. I worked for almost a year to save the $600+ (back then that was a lot of money)
Now this machine has been thru the mill and back, dropped, moved, in a car wreck, stored, caught out in rain and the list goes on. I've taught many people how to sew on my White. It weighs about like a Mac truck and sews like a dream to this day. Back in "those days" White was the "affordable" Husqvarna Viking machine. |
My treadle is a White as is my serger. To be honest I haven't used the treadle but love my serger.
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I just gave my White away on CL today. It was the 1755-plastic case, but metal innards, from the early 90's. That little machine chugged through a LOT of curtains, cushions, costumes, clothes, you name it.
I kept it as my backup when I got the Pfaff 130, but then I found the Nelco, and decided to keep that as my backup, and pass this one on to a new sewer in need of decent machine. Also, you might consider putting a screwdriver and flashlight in your purse and going back to ask them if you can take the top off and check it out. If it's got the metal innards, I say go for it! |
I have a White treadle with all the attachments. Need a new belt... I also have a circa 1948 White in a walnut desk cabinet that I learned to sew on. Seems to me that White also made the Kenmore (sears) brand.
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My mom bought a White machine back in the early '50's. She sewed a lot for herself and me and it never went in for repairs. It was a "cabinet" model where the machine itself went down into the cabinet and it made a decent-looking piece of furniture in our living room back then. Mom died in 1993, and I sold that machine for 15.00. The lady that bought it didn't even sew, just wanted it for the table that contained it.
I've been kicking myself ever since. I have 2 computerized machines, which seem to give me some problems occasionally. That old White iron horse was great. The only thing I did keep is the little screwdriver that came with it, and I use it every time I sew. It's the best. |
I've got one of the White quilter models - don't know the number or anything and it is upstairs and I am down. I got it to use in the motor home while traveling. It runs quite well. It is the one I let my granddaughter sew on as it has a speed adjustment and we can slow it down for her. Don't know who makes them now but the White brand has been around a long time.
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Originally Posted by kerrytaylor
I think I need to get back to the store this morning and take a closer look. Haven't been able to get it off of my mind. Thanks to the QB it never crossed my mind to have a back up - you know, perfect world and all. I wasn't thinking but I see it posted here often. Yikes! Thanks for your helpful information and wish me luck!
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I did! Want to fmq on it but still don't know if I can. It runs great, actually purrs. I really need to sit down n play with it to get acquainted. Have hope of using it on my next quilt. Its beautiful!
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Originally Posted by Scakes
I've got one of the White quilter models - don't know the number or anything and it is upstairs and I am down. I got it to use in the motor home while traveling. It runs quite well. It is the one I let my granddaughter sew on as it has a speed adjustment and we can slow it down for her. Don't know who makes them now but the White brand has been around a long time.
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Originally Posted by kerrytaylor
I did! Want to fmq on it but still don't know if I can. It runs great, actually purrs. I really need to sit down n play with it to get acquainted. Have hope of using it on my next quilt. Its beautiful!
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I think mine is relatively new. Was the model # 1955? Cant remember and too lazy to look. How bout I know it has 2 5's? It has freearm, which I could care about but that tells me its newer. Lucky you on the gifted quilter! I may go that direction but for now dsm is fine. I think I need someone to gift me . . .hint hint. Ive never fmq and am anxious to give it a try. Need to see if I even can on the white n then get the foot.
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Unfortunately, the machines that I have won't drop the feed dogs.
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My mom had a White machine that did embrodery stitches. Had a ton of cogs. (I think that is what she called them.) I sewed with it a few times then left home. I really do not know what she did with it. I know she used it for years.
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This is what Im wondering about the white . . . It would still be great as a backup but I really want to try fmq. Actually, dont know if they'll drop on my Brother but they must as I saw the foot in my manual. Your singer sounds gorgeous. Do all of them work?
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Yes, they all work. I just use the 99 the most. It has wonderful stitches!! I loaned my brother's girlfriend one of my Brother machines so she could learn. I have picture posted on here. The Singers are actually my Mom and Dad's machines but they have had them move in with me. ;) They knew I was so excited when I found out they had them. They were like-you can use then and if anything was to ever happen to us they become yours. I was so tickled!!!
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-121268-1.htm I have the 1st one and the 3rd one here with me. The 2nd one my Mom just loves-it's in a cabinet. My Kenmore is further down on this page.....(not the first machine you see but the 2nd one) http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-125822-1.htm This one will run but I've not had time to do anything with her. I actually would be willing to sell it if someone was interested. I just don't have room for this many machines. LOL |
Wow! Do your parents want/need another daughter? The paint on your Baby is so rich, gorgeous! My poor old white is nothing like any of these. Its a hippie from the 70's but it sure runs good. I kind of like the little old mini machines I've seen in antique shops. I don't know it they ever really worked or just eye candy. I've seen that matte finish on your other machine. Somewhere in childhood. Very familiar to me, I know just how it feels - so incredible and lucky you!
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My first sewing machine was a "White-Westinghouse" bought at a local dealer. (Baldswinville, NY) It was a "designer series". The model number is: 3300. It was an EXCELLENT machine. I received it when I was 24. I am now 40. It is still going strong. I actually "outgrew" it, I moved onto bigger machines. I would recommend the brand.
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Im going to gently get out of mine all that I can, then move up, but hope to keep these. Who knows, I may have a real gem. It sure has a strong, solid purr. Love that!
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I have a 1986 White Serger that works better than my newer Babylock, never had a White Sewing Machine, but I sure love the Serger!
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I had a White a long time ago. It worked great. I think they're a division of Viking.
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I am so glad you got your White! I hope you love it as much as I love mine. My first new machine was a White I bought probably in 1980 when I finally had some money. It is a mechanical, all metal machine - that's what I wanted (no computers, no zillions of stitches, no plastic innards for me) I LOVED that machine. It sews through anything and everything and the stitches are beautiful! Both of my children learned to sew on that machine. I have never taken it in for professional servicing, I keep it clean and oiled. I still have it but it has mostly sat on a shelf for the last five years. I power her up every once in a while (just because!). I have too many machines at this point but I would have a very hard time parting with my White. This thread makes me smile - I really do love my White.
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My treadle is a White Family Rotary - love it.
My serger is a White -VERY pleased with it, too. |
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