Help! I saw a Singer 15-91 Today!
09-22-2011, 05:19 AM
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Originally Posted by Mitch's mom
Go get it! My husband told me if I brought something in the house, something had to go out. I'm OK with that. He still has his clothes and a toothbrush. It is looking dicey for his clothes.
09-22-2011, 05:21 AM
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Originally Posted by goaf1968
Before buying any sewing machine it is helpful if you take into account what your sewing needs are. A model 15-91 is a true workhorse and it can handle anything from linen to heavy upholstery, drapes and even boat sails. It is one very reliable machine and it is also very easy to service yourself. It is also convertible to a treadle, which is a big plus to many folks dedicated to using machines without tails (meaning no electricity cord.) The price of $50 sounds pretty reasonable, especially if it has any accessories and an owner's manual. Most of the 15-'s I have here cost more than $50 -- yes, I do have a few of them.
Terry -- in Northern Delaware (my wife's favorite quilting enabler)
Terry -- in Northern Delaware (my wife's favorite quilting enabler)
09-22-2011, 05:45 AM
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Explain to hubby that different sewing machines are needed because each has its own "strength" and completes certain tasks easier. Just like his tools, one size of screwdriver will not fit every screw! (On the other hand, if he wants you to just go ahead and buy a new, state of the art machine for several thousand dollars, tell him you might be able to find a "one size fits all" machine!)
09-22-2011, 05:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Janis
I think that this is what the cabinet for the 15-91 I'm thinking about buying looks like. If not, than it is similar to it, with the three drawers of storage and the bench.
http://www.ismacs.net/singer_sewing_...ny/65_cab.html
http://www.ismacs.net/singer_sewing_...ny/65_cab.html
09-22-2011, 05:58 AM
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Originally Posted by Janis
YES!!!! No wonder I couldn't find it!! It is a 15-91 I lust looked up on where I'd written the info and realized I'd made a mistake. Thank you Charlee for pointing it out. There, I changed the subject to the right numbers. Now maybe others won't know that I goofed, unless they read our posts about it.
09-22-2011, 06:10 AM
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A Singer 15-91 was my first vintage machine, purchased at a yard sale. I refinished the cabinet and described it here - http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-22150-1.htm
I think $50 is a great price with the bench and attachments. I say go for it!
I think $50 is a great price with the bench and attachments. I say go for it!
09-22-2011, 06:19 AM
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Originally Posted by SunlitenSmiles
did you bring it home yet????
pictures we want pictures.....hope the attachment in the box is the buttonholer makes the best ever buttonhole.
if it is the zig zag attachment put it in the bottom in the back and never use it..it is aweful...treats the fabric bad
pictures we want pictures.....hope the attachment in the box is the buttonholer makes the best ever buttonhole.
if it is the zig zag attachment put it in the bottom in the back and never use it..it is aweful...treats the fabric bad
09-22-2011, 06:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Charlee
Originally Posted by SunlitenSmiles
did you bring it home yet????
pictures we want pictures.....hope the attachment in the box is the buttonholer makes the best ever buttonhole.
if it is the zig zag attachment put it in the bottom in the back and never use it..it is aweful...treats the fabric bad
pictures we want pictures.....hope the attachment in the box is the buttonholer makes the best ever buttonhole.
if it is the zig zag attachment put it in the bottom in the back and never use it..it is aweful...treats the fabric bad
09-22-2011, 07:15 AM
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it yanks the fabric all over the place....obviously it has to move the fabric because it is a straight stitch machine but yeck ...... so i bought a serger that works great and then later a BERNINA 1630 so have not even had the zig zag out in 17 years.
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