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Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
12-02-2019, 06:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,823
Posted By PatriciaPf

For what it's worth, I have read many times that...

For what it's worth, I have read many times that the 15-91 is preferred for FMQ because it has an oscillating hook and the thread flows beautifully from the bobbin without obstruction. This is not...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
11-17-2019, 04:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,261
Posted By PatriciaPf

Polish off the rust with some 0000 steel wool. ...

Polish off the rust with some 0000 steel wool. Then with the same size, clean steel wool go over the metal parts with metal polish and dry them with a soft cloth. You can oil movable cabinet parts...
Forum: Main
07-16-2019, 07:56 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,356
Posted By PatriciaPf

When I am trying to coordinate fabrics, even when...

When I am trying to coordinate fabrics, even when I can see them in the store, I take them outside and view them in natural light before they are cut from the bolt. I find too often that the...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-23-2017, 06:37 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,668
Posted By PatriciaPf

Don't ship in padded envelope.

I've had sewing machine feet crushed by the USPS machinery. The same for a plastic piece like that. It's safer to send it in a small box.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-13-2017, 04:19 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,730
Posted By PatriciaPf

Not Hobbymatics

Among the Pfaffs, Hobbymatics are considered a secondary line, and they don't hold up as well as the first string Pfaffs, though others might disagree. I have a Pfaff Creative and an old Pfaff 360...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-12-2017, 11:10 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,730
Posted By PatriciaPf

Pfaffs with IDT

I have owned and used a Pfaff 1473CD with IDT since 1989. It has never failed me, though I am not a prolific seamstress. IDT means Integrated Dual Transportation, dual feed, in a nutshell. That...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-09-2017, 05:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,053
Posted By PatriciaPf

Not for a Singer, but ...

It may be for a Pfaff 260, or about that same style. The hole gives access to the bobbin case.
Forum: Main
02-01-2017, 12:12 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,455
Posted By PatriciaPf

Vitamin E helps with pain and scarring.

Vitamin E helps with pain and scarring.
Forum: Main
02-01-2017, 12:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,332
Posted By PatriciaPf

Another thing that makes a good stiletto is a...

Another thing that makes a good stiletto is a wooden skewer with a nice, pointed end used to make shish-kabobs. I've used the shorter one, but usually use the Clover stiletto for feeding fabric...
Forum: Main
02-01-2017, 11:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 916
Posted By PatriciaPf

Don't forget..

the Spam!;)
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-15-2017, 02:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 856
Posted By PatriciaPf

It depends. If the machine in the treadle...

It depends. If the machine in the treadle cabinet takes side-clamping attachments, especially if it is a Singer, then one should be able to use a walking foot with it, though I don't think the feed...
Forum: Main
01-11-2017, 11:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,397
Posted By PatriciaPf

I would match the binding to the mint green.

I would match the binding to the mint green.
Forum: Main
01-10-2017, 10:28 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 8,849
Posted By PatriciaPf

This is so darling! I wouldn't add another...

This is so darling! I wouldn't add another border unless you want it bigger. But I would bind it with the same gold as the gold kitties.
Forum: Main
01-10-2017, 09:16 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,562
Posted By PatriciaPf

What is the primary purpose of a sewing retreat?

Other than socializing, why would you pack up half your sewing room, spend extra money, and go somewhere else?
Forum: Main
12-23-2016, 01:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,403
Posted By PatriciaPf

What kind of thread do I have?

I have a really big cone of cream colored thread that I bought as "quilting thread". I was too naive to ask if it is for hand- or machine-quilting. It is beautiful, not very fine, and I actually...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
12-23-2016, 01:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,851
Posted By PatriciaPf

Have you tried Ronsonal lighter fluid or naphtha?...

Have you tried Ronsonal lighter fluid or naphtha? I've had success removing sticky substances with them.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
06-06-2016, 05:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,672
Posted By PatriciaPf

Such a lovely design on the WR! Bronze doesn't...

Such a lovely design on the WR! Bronze doesn't rust, so is the term applied just to the color?
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
06-04-2016, 07:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,865
Posted By PatriciaPf

"I would like to rewire her and take her apart to...

"I would like to rewire her and take her apart to paint her and shine her up. :eek:"

I have three Pfaffs and I love them! But please don't paint your 130...:thumbdown:
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-16-2016, 09:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,658
Posted By PatriciaPf

I have a 185J; is the only difference between the...

I have a 185J; is the only difference between the J and the K models is that the J was made in Canada?
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-15-2016, 11:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 15,397
Posted By PatriciaPf

What is an "IF"? Thanks.

What is an "IF"?
Thanks.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-26-2016, 04:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,488
Posted By PatriciaPf

I got lucky and found a cradle with the brackets...

I got lucky and found a cradle with the brackets and mounting hardware on ebay. Found a cheap cabinet at Goodwill.
Think it will all work out. I'm considering painting the cabinet a glossy black...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-24-2016, 06:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,488
Posted By PatriciaPf

Yeah, I kicked myself later when I realized I...

Yeah, I kicked myself later when I realized I could have done that, but it was stretching the budget, and I was feeling guilty. The mocha sat in a nice cabinet, too. I looked to see if it was still...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-24-2016, 06:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,488
Posted By PatriciaPf

Today I got lucky! eBay had a cradle with the...

Today I got lucky! eBay had a cradle with the brackets, hinge pins and screws--EVERYTHING-- for a reasonable price and free shipping. I snapped it up. Later, Hubby and I found a $10 Singer cabinet...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-24-2016, 06:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,410
Posted By PatriciaPf

That cabinet looks so Italian! Beautiful.

That cabinet looks so Italian! Beautiful.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-21-2016, 01:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,488
Posted By PatriciaPf

Well, I found out something else: I cannot put...

Well, I found out something else: I cannot put this 301 in my cabinet at all because there are no hinge pin holes on the machine. Phooey. I could have bought a mocha machine in a cabinet today,...
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