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Old 05-29-2011, 09:32 AM
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Originally Posted by BoJangles
Here is a link to some history of the very early Wheeler and Wilson # 3. Kathie sent it to me and I thought you guys would also enjoy reading this. Scroll down and read about the history of the #3 -- Wheeler and Wilson were the first to make 'round' bobbins, and according to this article the first to make 'feed dogs.' Pretty interesting!
Thank you Kathie! Enjoy!
http://silkmothsewing.blogspot.com/2...1_archive.html

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That's a pretty machine! And I love reading her site too!
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Old 05-29-2011, 09:47 AM
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Originally Posted by vintagemotif
This is kind of off topic, but at the same time it is topic.

So, how many of you while researching info on vintage machines and usage of vintage machines start folders of the google sites that you found helpful? And how many of you find that you can't find the info that you bookmarked when you are looking for the info to help others? So, you have to just google again. Or when you do recall the bookmarked site where the info is located, you find the site is no longer up; so, you have to google again.

It's so easy to find oneself in the state of confusion while searching through bookmarks.

Time for me to delete bookmarks and organize folders, or just google for the information in the first place.

:? :roll:
If I understood your question correctly, I know what you mean. Did you see this topic on 'my pages' when I posted it? You might find it more helpful than 'bookmarking' googled info.

http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-81136-1.htm


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Old 05-29-2011, 10:21 AM
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Nancy, I must say that you are a walking, talking encyclopedia. How do you manage to retain all of your information? You are so helpful and I do so appreciate you and the fact that you are so willing to share with us. Thank you for being the wonderful person that you are, Kathie
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Old 05-29-2011, 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by vintagemotif
This is kind of off topic, but at the same time it is topic.

So, how many of you while researching info on vintage machines and usage of vintage machines start folders of the google sites that you found helpful? And how many of you find that you can't find the info that you bookmarked when you are looking for the info to help others? So, you have to just google again. Or when you do recall the bookmarked site where the info is located, you find the site is no longer up; so, you have to google again.

It's so easy to find oneself in the state of confusion while searching through bookmarks.

Time for me to delete bookmarks and organize folders, or just google for the information in the first place.

:? :roll:
If I understood your question correctly, I know what you mean. Did you see this topic on 'my pages' when I posted it? You might find it more helpful than 'bookmarking' googled info.

http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-81136-1.htm


:-D
Oh! Thanks for posting the link to this discussion. I will look into using my page for the information! I liked reading how others handle this too. Thanks! :-)
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Old 05-29-2011, 11:57 AM
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Originally Posted by BoJangles
Here is a link to some history of the very early Wheeler and Wilson # 3. Kathie sent it to me and I thought you guys would also enjoy reading this. Scroll down and read about the history of the #3 -- Wheeler and Wilson were the first to make 'round' bobbins, and according to this article the first to make 'feed dogs.' Pretty interesting!
Thank you Kathie! Enjoy!
http://silkmothsewing.blogspot.com/2...1_archive.html

Nancy
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Old 05-29-2011, 12:13 PM
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Originally Posted by vintagemotif
Originally Posted by SewExtreme
Originally Posted by vintagemotif
This is kind of off topic, but at the same time it is topic.

So, how many of you while researching info on vintage machines and usage of vintage machines start folders of the google sites that you found helpful?

:? :roll:
If I understood your question correctly, I know what you mean. Did you see this topic on 'my pages' when I posted it? You might find it more helpful than 'bookmarking' googled info.

http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-81136-1.htm


:-D
Oh! Thanks for posting the link to this discussion. I will look into using my page for the information! I liked reading how others handle this too. Thanks! :-)
You are welcome. I have learned to use 'my pages' a lot more since that topic. Did you click on my Profile and see the pages I have categorized? If you have any questions I would be glad to help you out on this. I have found it to me most helpful. After 'bookmarking' quite a few topics and then trying to locate them, it just began to feel like one of my junk drawers.... you might find something you want in there if you swish thingies back and forth long enough. LOL :lol: :lol: :lol:
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Old 05-29-2011, 12:31 PM
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Originally Posted by SewExtreme
Originally Posted by vintagemotif
Originally Posted by SewExtreme
Originally Posted by vintagemotif
This is kind of off topic, but at the same time it is topic.

So, how many of you while researching info on vintage machines and usage of vintage machines start folders of the google sites that you found helpful?

:? :roll:
If I understood your question correctly, I know what you mean. Did you see this topic on 'my pages' when I posted it? You might find it more helpful than 'bookmarking' googled info.

http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-81136-1.htm


:-D
Oh! Thanks for posting the link to this discussion. I will look into using my page for the information! I liked reading how others handle this too. Thanks! :-)
You are welcome. I have learned to use 'my pages' a lot more since that topic. Did you click on my Profile and see the pages I have categorized? If you have any questions I would be glad to help you out on this. I have found it to me most helpful. After 'bookmarking' quite a few topics and then trying to locate them, it just began to feel like one of my junk drawers.... you might find something you want in there if you swish thingies back and forth long enough. LOL :lol: :lol: :lol:
Wow! Your pages are fantastic! I've been try to bookmark stuff here and there and I'm forever losing track of what I wanted to find.
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Old 05-29-2011, 12:57 PM
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Anyone remember the name/location of the business in OK with all the old "parts" machines?
Thought I saved it, but cannot find it--and have no clue where it is in all these pages--at least I think it was in here somewhere!!!!!!!
hope someone has it marked....or a better memory....
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Old 05-29-2011, 01:20 PM
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Originally Posted by deplaylady
Originally Posted by SewExtreme
Originally Posted by vintagemotif
Originally Posted by SewExtreme
Originally Posted by vintagemotif
This is kind of off topic, but at the same time it is topic.

So, how many of you while researching info on vintage machines and usage of vintage machines start folders of the google sites that you found helpful?

:? :roll:
If I understood your question correctly, I know what you mean. Did you see this topic on 'my pages' when I posted it? You might find it more helpful than 'bookmarking' googled info.

http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-81136-1.htm


:-D
Oh! Thanks for posting the link to this discussion. I will look into using my page for the information! I liked reading how others handle this too. Thanks! :-)
You are welcome. I have learned to use 'my pages' a lot more since that topic. Did you click on my Profile and see the pages I have categorized? If you have any questions I would be glad to help you out on this. I have found it to me most helpful. After 'bookmarking' quite a few topics and then trying to locate them, it just began to feel like one of my junk drawers.... you might find something you want in there if you swish thingies back and forth long enough. LOL :lol: :lol: :lol:
Wow! Your pages are fantastic! I've been try to bookmark stuff here and there and I'm forever losing track of what I wanted to find.
Thank you. :-D

Did you notice how I made a description of each website, put a colon mark and then two spaces before I edit/copy the website or whatever I am saving? That way, you can click on the website without having to hit edit each time you want to quickly access a page.

Sure wish I had started way back when Billy opened this shop! One day... maybe, one day I will begin at page 1 and save the incredible info on vintage machines. :-D
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Old 05-29-2011, 01:42 PM
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Originally Posted by okiepastor
Anyone remember the name/location of the business in OK with all the old "parts" machines?
Thought I saved it, but cannot find it--and have no clue where it is in all these pages--at least I think it was in here somewhere!!!!!!!
hope someone has it marked....or a better memory....
I think it is in Frederick, Mary.
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