hi from virginia!! i just found out that Lehmans cataloge is now selling new treadle sewing machines! I am new to hand piecing because of vertigo. I just cant watch the thread the pieces and my fingers without getting motionsick. I hate to turn on my machine for 5 min! does anyone know if the one in the catalog is any good? it's a Necchi omega. mine was a kenmore and before that a singer and so on. You all have been a great help to me.you have kept me going and nearly cheerfull!!!thanks to all!!!