Had a neighbor and his long time friend over for the Superbowl this weekend. The friend grew up and lives in Wasilla, AK. Let me just say that I was humbled as he drooled over our collection of machines. He'd never touched a handcrank nor ever met a vibrating shuttle machine. His favorite for upholstery? A Dressmaker he purchased for $15 at a yard sale.
When provided with his machine's history and an alternative for turning the handwheel for precision stitches, the problem solving wheels in his head just started turning! "The history of our area began in 1930 and the few homesteaders that stuck with the land."
Counting my blessings... and appreciating how grand a collection can make me feel!