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Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-28-2015, 10:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,889
Posted By Sewing Joe

The decals on the reproductions is usually...

The decals on the reproductions is usually garish, a gaudy gold mess. The originals are machined to perfection, but all the repros I've used worked just fine.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-28-2015, 10:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,809
Posted By Sewing Joe

I had a Wheeler & Wilson #9 and the feed dogs...

I had a Wheeler & Wilson #9 and the feed dogs were worn smooth. I can't imagine how many hours someone sewed on that machine to make that happen. I've had a lot of old machines, but that was the only...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
12-17-2014, 10:47 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,427
Posted By Sewing Joe

I don't think I've ever accidentally bought any...

I don't think I've ever accidentally bought any duplicates, but I've definite bought duplicates of machines I really love when I find them cheap. I've always got at least 2-3 Singer 237s, 15s, and...
Forum: Pictures
09-04-2014, 05:11 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 7,590
Posted By Sewing Joe

I'm a total sucker for scrappy, string quilts,...

I'm a total sucker for scrappy, string quilts, and that one is beautiful. I think a solid color back would be wonderful, and you have a bunch of options for the color! Clearly the top is THE STAR!
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-31-2014, 04:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,092
Posted By Sewing Joe

My Mom has had a Kenmore 29 for at least 45...

My Mom has had a Kenmore 29 for at least 45 years. A few years ago I serviced it for her. The lint build up in the feed dogs was horrendous. I asked her when the last time she cleaned under the...
Forum: Tutorials
05-31-2014, 04:13 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,242
Posted By Sewing Joe

It looks like you sew from edge to edge--not...

It looks like you sew from edge to edge--not ending 1/4". Is that right? How do you press the seams?

This must be how my grandmother did her flower garden blocks, because I'm pretty sure she...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-07-2014, 03:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,648
Posted By Sewing Joe

I've used the one with the clamps and spring. The...

I've used the one with the clamps and spring. The hardest part for me was getting the sock loaded into the device. It was a tight fit. Worked OK, but I had to use a FMQ foot to get it to make a...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-04-2014, 07:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,870
Posted By Sewing Joe

You are putting the presser foot down, right?...

You are putting the presser foot down, right? Sometimes it's the easy stuff that bites you in the butt.
Forum: Pictures
01-30-2014, 06:27 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 8,330
Posted By Sewing Joe

Mad about it, obsessed even! Mind if I steal your...

Mad about it, obsessed even! Mind if I steal your idea?
Forum: Main
11-20-2012, 07:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,434
Posted By Sewing Joe

I haven't used the HD3000, but have used one of...

I haven't used the HD3000, but have used one of its predecessors (4618??). I have a 7318, which is fine for what it is. Both are going to be good solid mechanical machines with no frills (like...
Forum: Main
11-11-2012, 03:53 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,930
Posted By Sewing Joe

I don't find masking tape quite thick enough for...

I don't find masking tape quite thick enough for me. I use Dr. Scholl's moleskin (the thin kind). I cut it in strips with my rotary cutter. I've not had any trouble getting the residue off with...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-10-2012, 04:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 863
Posted By Sewing Joe

I get an Elna vibe from it. I have no idea if...

I get an Elna vibe from it. I have no idea if Elna ever made machines for department stores or not, but a lot of manufacturers did.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
04-02-2012, 06:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,651
Posted By Sewing Joe

You may possibly need to clean the commutator on...

You may possibly need to clean the commutator on the motor. I've cleaned a couple of Featherweight motors to get them up to speed, but haven't ever removed one from a 403 (or any other in the 400...
Forum: Main
01-01-2012, 05:11 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 14,468
Posted By Sewing Joe

Put your ironing board on the other side of the...

Put your ironing board on the other side of the room, so you have to get up fairly often. Someone gave me this hint years ago, and it sure helps my back.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
11-16-2011, 04:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,312
Posted By Sewing Joe

It's pretty. Give me a year and I'll think it's...

It's pretty. Give me a year and I'll think it's the greatest thing since sliced bread.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
09-17-2011, 03:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,695
Posted By Sewing Joe

When it comes to home remodeling, just remember...

When it comes to home remodeling, just remember that it's always darkest just before it gets pitch black... I'm in the middle of a reno too, and I'm so tired of it.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
09-17-2011, 03:28 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,112
Posted By Sewing Joe

My DS and DDIL have a Yorkie with one ear that...

My DS and DDIL have a Yorkie with one ear that sticks out at an odd angle. I think it makes him even more adorable! Any old dog can have matching ears. It add character to be different.
Forum: Introduce Yourself
09-14-2011, 02:14 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 1,851
Posted By Sewing Joe

Hi from Southern Indiana

Hi from Southern Indiana
Forum: Main
09-04-2011, 06:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,147
Posted By Sewing Joe

I just can't imagine sewing without a thimble....

I just can't imagine sewing without a thimble. Once I found one big enough for my finger, I've not sewn by hand without one. My first quilting teacher forced me to get one and learn to use it, and...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-30-2011, 05:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 963
Posted By Sewing Joe

You might offer them less, so you feel like you...

You might offer them less, so you feel like you got a deal, but I don't think $100 is a bad price for a long bed. 301's are one of my favorite machines.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
08-27-2011, 03:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,787
Posted By Sewing Joe

My hunch is that there is a tiny piece of thread...

My hunch is that there is a tiny piece of thread stuck behind the bobbin case base. The tolerance on a FW is very close, so it takes almost nothing to lock it up. Here's a link to a site with...
Forum: Introduce Yourself
08-23-2011, 03:42 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,109
Posted By Sewing Joe

Welcome from New Albany, Indiana!

Welcome from New Albany, Indiana!
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-22-2011, 05:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,300
Posted By Sewing Joe

Seems high to me. It's certainly a good machine...

Seems high to me. It's certainly a good machine and will last almost forever. Buying from a dealer with a guarantee would certainly give you a good sense of security. You can almost certainly find...
Forum: Main
08-21-2011, 01:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,468
Posted By Sewing Joe

Personally I find thread basting to go a lot...

Personally I find thread basting to go a lot quicker than safety pins. It's absolutely easier to take it out!
Forum: Pictures
08-21-2011, 01:36 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,152
Posted By Sewing Joe

The layout shows some creativity, so I think it...

The layout shows some creativity, so I think it pretty amazing for a first quilt. Happily my first quilt is long gone. I'm currently hand quilting my second quilt (which is truly hideous), but I'd...
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