The Colorado Antique and Vintage Sewing Machine Group met yesterday, for the first time in two months. People came from all over the state to discuss their varied interests in sewing machines. We welcomed a new member Cheryl, who lives between Denver and Boulder. She has several treadle and electric machines and shared some of her experiences.
Courtney, who comes from Greeley and is a retired teacher, brought pictures of a treadle base he made from scratch, as well as two quilts he is making from student squares. He showed his method for seaming them together.
John and Courtney talked about the differences in rotary bobbins going two times around per needle stroke vs. some which revolve only once. Sort of an obscure observation, but with interesting mechanics.
Diane, who comes from forty miles south of Denver, brought one of the cutest toy machines that most of us had ever seen. It was a Necchi, a chain stitch machine and all metal. It was in beautiful condition and came with its own original case. She also brought a StitchMaster attachment for a back clamp machine.
John and Janey, from Denver, took care of the reservations and Janey brought some of her beginning work with a fagoter, making ornate thread patterns, each several inches in length.
We're still debating on a meeting next month, depending on how many people we have who are able to attend.
John & Janey
Colorado Antique and Vintage Sewing Machine Enthusiasts
Last edited by OurWorkbench; 05-14-2017 at 05:27 AM.