When I was younger, (much younger, LOL!) my Mom sewed on her Mom's Singer treadle. She gave it to one of her first cousins several years ago. Since she is no longer with us, it was important for me to find things to remind me of her. I found a Singer treadle in a cabinet just like hers. It doesn't work but just having it makes me feel close to her. That led to my search for a Singer treadle that does work. I found a pretty one that works and love it.