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Forum: Main
03-03-2018, 03:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,726
Posted By aardvarq

Thumbs up Qnique 14+, gorgeous budget machine

I tried several machines. Owned Viking mega quilter 9” for 9 years. Recently spent summer working on gammill classic. Knew I needed more work space and better carriage-to-stitch regulator accuracy. ...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-18-2018, 05:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,523
Posted By aardvarq

Thank you for the contact lead Cocoyorkie!

Thank you for the contact lead Cocoyorkie!
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-17-2018, 03:28 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,523
Posted By aardvarq

Hello Leonf, would you know of any spare hand...

Hello Leonf, would you know of any spare hand cranks or spoked wheels in your area? I am trying to find original parts instead of overseas new replacement. Want to crank my 1924 Singer 99 in...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-16-2018, 03:43 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,523
Posted By aardvarq

Hello All, I am looking for a spoked wheel and...

Hello All, I am looking for a spoked wheel and hand crank for my third Singer 99. I would like this one to be portable without electric. Have scanned internet extensively. Are there an members here...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
12-01-2010, 03:36 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,939,957
Posted By aardvarq

That middle decal name is an Italian word. I...

That middle decal name is an Italian word. I know it, but can't think of just now. Ah Ha! the La Vincendora.

Aardie.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
11-25-2010, 05:19 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,939,957
Posted By aardvarq

I have been searching the web but have only found...

I have been searching the web but have only found two links for Improved Faultless brand machine. I saw this machine today and was trying to decide the manufacturer.

Has anyone seen or heard of...
Forum: Main
11-13-2010, 05:28 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 11,660
Posted By aardvarq

I used knitted gloves with the silicon or latex...

I used knitted gloves with the silicon or latex finger tips and palms for rubbing fur off dogs/cats. They worked great except they were thick and I couldn't feel what I was trying to hold well...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
10-24-2010, 05:30 AM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,939,957
Posted By aardvarq

Anna, This is the cabinet and machine I got...

Anna,

This is the cabinet and machine I got from CL this summer while I couldn't cut and sew worth a darn. I did succeed in oiling the machine and wiping out the cabinet.

My machine is black. ...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
10-23-2010, 05:50 AM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,939,957
Posted By aardvarq

Hello Loya99, This one (301) is sometimes...

Hello Loya99,

This one (301) is sometimes refered to as the big sister of the featherweight.

I was going to post photos, but realized the ones I have are borrowed from several websites and I...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
10-01-2010, 04:32 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,939,957
Posted By aardvarq

NOOOooo, no, no, no...... I have been...

NOOOooo, no, no, no......

I have been looking for the Lotus Decal!!

OH, it is so nice. You are lucky.

I guess that is one more off the chance for me to find one.

I actually like the...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-28-2010, 05:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,964
Posted By aardvarq

Hello Yarn or Fabric, I would be very glad...

Hello Yarn or Fabric,

I would be very glad to obtain one of the long bed 301s, especially if it had a case. Tan would be nice if available.

Is there an acceptable way for any of us to purchase...
Forum: Main
09-26-2010, 06:08 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 26,967
Posted By aardvarq

Chris - Could you post a pic and explain what...

Chris - Could you post a pic and explain what your DH did to make the Big Board?[/quote]

If you do a search there are several pictures of Big Boards and I remember a couple that explained how they...
Forum: Main
09-26-2010, 04:38 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 26,967
Posted By aardvarq

Try a Bed Bath & Beyond, or Marshalls, if you...

Try a Bed Bath & Beyond, or Marshalls, if you have them in your area.

Our BBB has several four footed boards and more than one Rowenta ironing board model.

My favorite board is a Rowenta, four...
Forum: Main
09-24-2010, 03:52 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 17,818
Posted By aardvarq

The first one is the most interesting to me:...

The first one is the most interesting to me: $25.00. Might be doable.

Might help me improve fine motor skill problems by doing some of the guiding for me. Humm.

Aardie.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-23-2010, 05:59 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,797
Posted By aardvarq

You mean William was able to make sense of my...

You mean William was able to make sense of my ramblings? :shock:

Wow, maybe I should hire on to Billy's shop as part-time help!

I could type gibberish while he does useful work.

Oh, You...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-23-2010, 04:01 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,797
Posted By aardvarq

Charlee, I was looking for pictures of an...

Charlee,

I was looking for pictures of an older controller to post for your reference, but I think I ditched them when I was done.

There are a number of suppliers for 221 parts.

We know...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-23-2010, 03:42 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,797
Posted By aardvarq

Charlee, Not to fear. We can try to fix...

Charlee,

Not to fear. We can try to fix that as well. If you have the button controller apart, post a photo of the electrical block.

There is a long screw running from one end to the other...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-22-2010, 03:06 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,130
Posted By aardvarq

A correctly adjusted button controller/foot...

A correctly adjusted button controller/foot pedal, will not get hot when not in use.

Unplug your featherweight from the power source or outlet when you are not sitting there with it!!!

However,...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-22-2010, 02:40 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,797
Posted By aardvarq

No Charlee, Full speed ahead is not normal. ...

No Charlee,

Full speed ahead is not normal.

A featherweight should stitch, what I call, one deliberate slow stitch at a time, up to a wild run-away zoom speed. At full speed, mine feels like...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-18-2010, 05:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,654
Posted By aardvarq

Hi Sew_Lulu, I am so happy for you! ...

Hi Sew_Lulu,

I am so happy for you!

That plug needs repairing! Be careful.

I am glad to hear Billy is sending you a power cord!

Those feet, if they tilt or slant are for a slant shank...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-16-2010, 06:56 AM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,939,957
Posted By aardvarq

401, Billy, I think I saw one online last...

401,

Billy, I think I saw one online last night! Shopgoodwill or CL. I can't remember.

Aardie.
Forum: Main
09-16-2010, 04:07 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 9,784
Posted By aardvarq

My Find? Three weekends ago, I had a taupe...

My Find?

Three weekends ago, I had a taupe featherweight WALK-IN to MY garage sale!

My group was collecting donations for scholarship fundraising.

The featherweight was dropped off for sale....
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-15-2010, 04:56 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,122
Posted By aardvarq

Hey Billy, A trivia question please, is that...

Hey Billy,

A trivia question please, is that 301 in the picture the same color they are calling taupe on the 221 featherweight? Seems tan in your picture.

Aardie.

PS: How are FL and Lola?
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-15-2010, 04:50 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,939,957
Posted By aardvarq

Awesome score!!!! I might flip the 301 but...

Awesome score!!!!

I might flip the 301 but not quite sure yet I will know more after a get to cleaning and playing with it. I just do not like the electric machines or as some here knows as an...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-14-2010, 05:58 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,122
Posted By aardvarq

301 Absolutely Fixable! I was lucky enough...

301 Absolutely Fixable!

I was lucky enough to receive a black 301A this summer. I needed to replace the bobbin tire also. It can be bought from many online sites or ordered from your local...
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