Vintage Sewing Machine Shop.....Come on in and sit a spell
02-21-2012, 10:44 PM
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Monica,
I prefer the T&S over the 206 series, which I really have never bonded with.
The early T&S (600 through about the 640) when properly timing and adjusted is a very good machine. The later ones....not so good. I won't even waste my time on the 750, etc. Note that this in just a personal preference.
My favorite machines are my grandmothers 15-90, my handcrank Wheeler and Wilson #9, my 1977
Kenmore 158.1760 and my 1977 Elna Star series. These tend to be my go-to-machines.
Probably much too long of an answer. VBG
Cathy
I prefer the T&S over the 206 series, which I really have never bonded with.
The early T&S (600 through about the 640) when properly timing and adjusted is a very good machine. The later ones....not so good. I won't even waste my time on the 750, etc. Note that this in just a personal preference.
My favorite machines are my grandmothers 15-90, my handcrank Wheeler and Wilson #9, my 1977
Kenmore 158.1760 and my 1977 Elna Star series. These tend to be my go-to-machines.
Probably much too long of an answer. VBG
Cathy
Originally Posted by vintagemotif
You really do like fixing machines over sewing with them, if you prefer the Touch and Throws.
02-21-2012, 10:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Mizkaki
Monica,
I prefer the T&S over the 206 series, which I really have never bonded with.
The early T&S (600 through about the 640) when properly timing and adjusted is a very good machine. The later ones....not so good. I won't even waste my time on the 750, etc. Note that this in just a personal preference.
My favorite machines are my grandmothers 15-90, my handcrank Wheeler and Wilson #9, my 1977
Kenmore 158.1760 and my 1977 Elna Star series. These tend to be my go-to-machines.
Probably much too long of an answer. VBG
Cathy
I prefer the T&S over the 206 series, which I really have never bonded with.
The early T&S (600 through about the 640) when properly timing and adjusted is a very good machine. The later ones....not so good. I won't even waste my time on the 750, etc. Note that this in just a personal preference.
My favorite machines are my grandmothers 15-90, my handcrank Wheeler and Wilson #9, my 1977
Kenmore 158.1760 and my 1977 Elna Star series. These tend to be my go-to-machines.
Probably much too long of an answer. VBG
Cathy
My main machines are Two Spools, Singer 201, Davis NVF, Necchi Supernova Ultra, and Singer 328K which all of them are in treadles!
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02-21-2012, 11:10 PM
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Monica,
Shush! Don't let anyone know that I can sew. I try to keep a secret.
You've seen my collection. They all sew well. And the majority are people powered. But I do love an electric motor (too lazy to treadle for long).
Cathy
Shush! Don't let anyone know that I can sew. I try to keep a secret.
You've seen my collection. They all sew well. And the majority are people powered. But I do love an electric motor (too lazy to treadle for long).
Cathy
Originally Posted by vintagemotif
You do sew!! I just thought you were into removing motors and collecting parts. My experience is with the infamous T&S 750...never again...total piece of junk.
My main machines are Two Spools, Singer 201, Davis NVF, Necchi Supernova Ultra, and Singer 328K which all of them are in treadles!
My main machines are Two Spools, Singer 201, Davis NVF, Necchi Supernova Ultra, and Singer 328K which all of them are in treadles!
02-21-2012, 11:15 PM
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Bennett,
Are those Beignets? I grew up on Beignets (cajun donuts). My parents are from Louisiana. Some Cajun blood in my veins.
Cathy
Are those Beignets? I grew up on Beignets (cajun donuts). My parents are from Louisiana. Some Cajun blood in my veins.
Cathy
Originally Posted by Bennett
Well, happy Mardi Gras! Thought I'd share some of my dessert with y'all this evening while browsing the board. Not as good as in New Orleans, but a treat nonetheless.
02-21-2012, 11:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Mizkaki
Monica,
Shush! Don't let anyone know that I can sew. I try to keep a secret.
You've seen my collection. They all sew well. And the majority are people powered. But I do love an electric motor (too lazy to treadle for long).
Cathy
Shush! Don't let anyone know that I can sew. I try to keep a secret.
You've seen my collection. They all sew well. And the majority are people powered. But I do love an electric motor (too lazy to treadle for long).
Cathy
Your collection is gorgeous...,but what I found to be the most interesting is what is inside those lockers.
02-21-2012, 11:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Mizkaki
Bennett,
Are those Beignets? I grew up on Beignets (cajun donuts). My parents are from Louisiana. Some Cajun blood in my veins.
Cathy
Are those Beignets? I grew up on Beignets (cajun donuts). My parents are from Louisiana. Some Cajun blood in my veins.
Cathy
02-21-2012, 11:27 PM
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Even I am surprised as to what I have in those lockers.
I have evidence that there is some breeding going on in there. Especially those buttonholers. I'm waiting to see what I get when the slants and verticals get together.
Ok, that is enough for tonight. Going to bed now.....
I have evidence that there is some breeding going on in there. Especially those buttonholers. I'm waiting to see what I get when the slants and verticals get together.
Ok, that is enough for tonight. Going to bed now.....
Originally Posted by vintagemotif
I've seen some of your sewing work, and you do a beautiful job!!! But I'll be quiet and not tell!
Your collection is gorgeous...,but what I found to be the most interesting is what is inside those lockers.
Your collection is gorgeous...,but what I found to be the most interesting is what is inside those lockers.
02-21-2012, 11:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Mizkaki
Even I am surprised as to what I have in those lockers.
I have evidence that there is some breeding going on in there. Especially those buttonholers. I'm waiting to see what I get when the slants and verticals get together.
Ok, that is enough for tonight. Going to bed now.....
I have evidence that there is some breeding going on in there. Especially those buttonholers. I'm waiting to see what I get when the slants and verticals get together.
Ok, that is enough for tonight. Going to bed now.....
I'm off to research beignets. Might try making them tomorrow.
02-21-2012, 11:40 PM
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Monica,
One last quick answer.
My Mom made hers using the cheapest refrigerator dough in a can. Separate each roll, put two spices in the roll (butterfly it). Deep fry at 360 degrees for 2 to 3 minutes until lightly browned on both sides. Drain on towel and then put on a plate of powdered sugar, flip over to coat the other side with the sugar... . Serve hot. YUM!!!!!!!!!
One last quick answer.
My Mom made hers using the cheapest refrigerator dough in a can. Separate each roll, put two spices in the roll (butterfly it). Deep fry at 360 degrees for 2 to 3 minutes until lightly browned on both sides. Drain on towel and then put on a plate of powdered sugar, flip over to coat the other side with the sugar... . Serve hot. YUM!!!!!!!!!
Originally Posted by vintagemotif
LOL Good night!
I'm off to research beignets. Might try making them tomorrow.
I'm off to research beignets. Might try making them tomorrow.
02-21-2012, 11:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Mizkaki
Monica,
One last quick answer.
My Mom made hers using the cheapest refrigerator dough in a can. Separate each roll, put two spices in the roll (butterfly it). Deep fry at 360 degrees for 2 to 3 minutes until lightly browned on both sides. Drain on towel and then put on a plate of powdered sugar, flip over to coat the other side with the sugar... . Serve hot. YUM!!!!!!!!!
One last quick answer.
My Mom made hers using the cheapest refrigerator dough in a can. Separate each roll, put two spices in the roll (butterfly it). Deep fry at 360 degrees for 2 to 3 minutes until lightly browned on both sides. Drain on towel and then put on a plate of powdered sugar, flip over to coat the other side with the sugar... . Serve hot. YUM!!!!!!!!!
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