Originally Posted by
Sally J
I'm responding for a friend who wanted me to tell you that she can't find a machine with her birthday. She was born in 1942 during WII so no machines made. I know some of us remember (or were told) that sewing machines, cars and many other things were not made along with rationing of so many things. I'm sure there are many quilters that are too young to know. This could be a great "Jeopardy the Quilting Version" question.
2 things....
First, HI from a fellow Bay Area Collector! Second, remember that it was mostly just the US that made wartime production rules for sewing machines. A machine from Europe or the UK may still be an option for a war baby.