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Old 04-09-2012, 04:50 PM
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Wow, I thought I had a lot of machines. In all fairness some of mine are in cabinets and are treadles. Then again some aren't. Wonderful collection. Enjoyed looking at yours.
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Old 04-09-2012, 05:28 PM
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Originally Posted by harrishs View Post
I really don't know the actual value-----I have kept track of what I paid----but have had some really good luck in finding them at low cost------the featherweights, especially the red one, were the most expensive......Actually, I have 46 vintage machines all together......I didn't get them all in a picture.....they are all over my condo----every side table, practically, is a sewing machine cabinet....I am a widow and retired and my children live in Des Moines and Wichita so this is what I do for excitement in my life......and the kids support me in it and my quilting.....I am so blessed to have their support and am having great fun!
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You live in a condo? No attached converted 3 car garage?
Great job with the displays.

:::::::::::grannie thinking a two car garage that hubby wants might be a good backdrop for my not running collection:::::::::::::::::::::::::
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Old 04-09-2012, 05:41 PM
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wonderful! BUT, so many machines, so little fabric left for them..hehehehe
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I guess this means I can keep the few that I have. What an awesome collection!
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Im drooling over all these gorgeous machines!!!
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Old 04-10-2012, 03:23 AM
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Oh my, what a wonderful collection !!!! I am "green" with envy.
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Old 04-10-2012, 03:59 AM
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Beautiful displays, thank you for sharing.
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Old 04-10-2012, 04:24 AM
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Wow! What a wonderful collection of machines you have. I am so jealous!
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nice room, nice machines
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Old 04-10-2012, 05:10 AM
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Originally Posted by harrishs View Post
PS---all but one work----a green 319w that my repair man says he can't get parts for-----I am open for play dates!
I wish Texas wasn't so far away. lol
Great collection!
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