Lara, how wonderful.
FYI, in case you don't already know... in addition to the Vintage Sewing Machine Shop.... there are 3 other sites you should know about.
Vintage Sewing Machine Shop Machine Photos:
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-130994-1.htm
VSMS............ Attachments Thread
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-139458-1.htm
Quilts made using vintage machines!
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-134918-1.htm
Enjoy your Singer 401. I just purchased one from our local craigslist for my GS when he gets older. It is a sturdy machine.
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