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12-09-2011, 07:01 PM
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Originally Posted by miriam
I wonder if the thrift store would have a cheap turkey baster now that Thanksgiving is over...
12-09-2011, 07:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Bennett
They're pretty inexpensive at big ol' Wally World, but I do see them all the time at garage sales. I'm watching to see when the metal turkey "flavor injectors" (looks like a big, old-fashioned hypodermic needle) go on sale. Thought that might work to try to get in the small holes without getting kerosene everywhere. (Ok, really they just look cool to have, and I've never needed to inject poultry with anything).
12-09-2011, 07:08 PM
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Originally Posted by miriam
would an old metal cookie press hold kerosene? I need to check and see if one has gaskets? I have a good sized oil can - enlarge the tip a tad bit.
12-09-2011, 07:21 PM
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Originally Posted by miriam
would an old metal cookie press hold kerosene? I need to check and see if one has gaskets? I have a good sized oil can - enlarge the tip a tad bit.
You are making me laugh tonight.
I think I belong more in the balcony with Statler and Waldorf, or maybe in a lab with Dr. Honeydew and Beaker.
12-09-2011, 07:34 PM
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Originally Posted by miriam
I'm wondering if I detect a Swedish Chef muppet??? bork bork
12-09-2011, 07:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Bennett
I've got one (used for actual cookies though), and it's pretty loose, no gasket.
You are making me laugh tonight. I think I belong more in the balcony with Statler and Waldorf, or maybe in a lab with Dr. Honeydew and Beaker.
You are making me laugh tonight.
I think I belong more in the balcony with Statler and Waldorf, or maybe in a lab with Dr. Honeydew and Beaker.
12-09-2011, 07:55 PM
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Originally Posted by quiltdoctor
Wow !! she is a pretty one. I'm betting when you evict the mud daubers and do some work on her, she will be fine !!
What city in West Texas ?? I'm from Midland originally.
Texas Jan
What city in West Texas ?? I'm from Midland originally.
Texas Jan
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12-09-2011, 08:35 PM
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at Checkerdist.com they have a whole section featuring MIA sewing/quilting notions. More there than you might think!
I found a Treadle here in TX today..but they wanted $100 and it was in bad shape...had to pass and will keep junking tomorrow...and Sunday while traveling around my home state!
I found a Treadle here in TX today..but they wanted $100 and it was in bad shape...had to pass and will keep junking tomorrow...and Sunday while traveling around my home state!
12-09-2011, 09:03 PM
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Originally Posted by purplefiend
A "new" machine followed me home today; cost me $10. She is a 1910 Singer #115. My first project machine, the only thing that moves right now is the handwheel(nothing else moves) and the stitch length lever. Most everything is rusted. It came with an added bonus! A mud dauber nest in the pillar(#2 pic). The decals are beautiful. I hope I can get her moving again.
Sharon W. in Texas
Sharon W. in Texas
12-09-2011, 09:35 PM
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Originally Posted by miriam
Well. HHHMMM. I just called on one on CL and I'm picking up an unknown treadle in a cabinet tomorrow. The lady is wanting to change her decor. The machine is stuck down so any thoughts how to rescue her??? The lady says it begins with D and is very ornate. I hope I can sleep tonight...
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