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I DID it!!!!....I got a 201-2 on Craigslist today!!!!

I DID it!!!!....I got a 201-2 on Craigslist today!!!!

Old 02-06-2011, 09:24 PM
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Congrats on your new toy. Enjoy!
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Old 02-06-2011, 09:58 PM
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Originally Posted by karenpatrick
I don't get it. Why are so many quilters in love with these old Singer machines? If I could afford it, I would want one of the new Janome or Pfaff embroidery machines.
Karen,

These machines make a perfect straight stitch and sew beautifully, with a nice smooth motion. All the parts are metal and that makes the machine virtually indestructable if oiled and greased regularly and kept clean.

Most need refurbishing because they have been stored and the oil and grease hardens, wiring can be frayed and need replacing, and lots of things can be dirty that need cleaning, but once done, the machines are awesome to sew on.

The machine has a large throat area (9") which makes it ideal for FMQ with the perfect straight stitch it makes. For just straight stitch sewing, such as piecing, they just can't be beat.

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Old 02-06-2011, 10:13 PM
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You can cover the scratches with the black nail polish all the kids wear. (Don't waste your money buying a cheap one. You will have to do several coats if you do.) Car touch up paint would also work. You can buy it at NAPA. Nice gift to you!
Nail polish? What a great idea!! Thanks
Make sure it has dried for a few days before you turn the machine on. Flames are not part of quilting!
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Old 02-07-2011, 04:53 AM
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Congratulations on your great find!
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Old 02-07-2011, 05:23 AM
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Good for you!!
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Old 02-07-2011, 07:08 AM
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That's beautiful
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Old 02-07-2011, 08:59 AM
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I have a 201-2 that my mother got me in 7th grade. 1946 birthdate, 4 drawer desk style cabinet. If the machine has not been oiled or the motor greased, etc. I would first read the whole manual, yes they are free on-line. I do most of the maintenace on mine, however when it comes to electrical a Singer certified technician is your best bet. $75 was a bargain. How many attachments were with it? Email me if you have questions, I probably know the answers or where to direct you to the best resource. Your cabinet looks in good condition. I cherish mine, I sewed all my clothes in jr. hi, high school and all through college, not because I could not afford store bought, I just loved fashion and DIY with that machine. Even made my mom a leather trimmed coat dress.
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Old 02-07-2011, 09:51 AM
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Nice !! Glad you found what you have been searching for! Enjoy sewing with it.
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Old 02-07-2011, 10:12 AM
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I've got two of them and never check the age of them. That is something I'm going to have to look up. Where do you go to check this out?
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Old 02-07-2011, 03:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Debra from Ks.
I've got two of them and never check the age of them. That is something I'm going to have to look up. Where do you go to check this out?
Here you go:
http://www.singerco.com/support/serial_numbers.html

Just look up your serial number and it will tell you the model and year.
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