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Glad it is working. What did you do to fix it?

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Originally Posted by dkabasketlady

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Originally Posted by Roberta

I wanted to let you all know that the machine is "fixed". I did file a complaint with EBay because the seller didn't contact me. He called within the hour after posting, guided my DH on how to take out and insert the machine and voila' the machine sews.

Thank you all so very much for all your great suggestions. I feel really stupid not to have figured this out for myself but it's where I am in life I guess, dumber then a plank.

So was the problem the bobbin case not being inserted properly as several other members suggested? I was just wondering because I've also just WON an auction on Ebay for a Featherweight. I want to stay on top of things that can go wrong. We all take a chance on buying something sight unseen.
I'm so glad that you got yours fixed and it's purring like a kitten now. Enjoy!!

Nope, the needle wasn't in right. The bobbin case pretty much works the same way any bobbin case works but the needle is what's different. It MUST go in right, who knew, and also you thread it right to left which is the opposite of the way I do on my Janome.

Good luck with you EBay purchase. I'm sure you won't have any problems. If you do there's tons of helpful folks on here to help out.

You're not stupid! You asked for help, that is not stupid - that is smart enough to know you needed help and you knew where to ask for it!! That is smart! :>) Stupid would have been to not ask,continue to struggle with it possible damaging the machine or not ever using it!
Also, please correct your bad report of the seller on E-Bay. The seller DID call you AND HELPED you with your problem! :>) Not everybody can answer e-mail instantly. I myself may go days before I look at my computer/e-mail, etc.

I have the Featherweight book by Johnson-Seibro also and it comes in real handy - pictures and all.

Another good book for FWs is by David McCallum. It is called The Featherweight 221 and I. He also has a DVD. It is all about knowing and maintaining your FW. It is SO thorough! He has a website at featherweight221.com He also has parts and accessories.
I think the book is awesome. I haven't watched the DVD yet, but I've only had my FW for about a month now. I was told I should give her a name... so I did. I named her "Jeanie", after my Mom, Jean, and because she helps make my wishes come true. :-D
Happy quilting!

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Originally Posted by Yankee in Texas

I did correct the report on EBay as soon as the machine was able to sew because I wouldn't want anyone putting in a report on me if I'd solved the problem.

"Days without looking at my computer/email". How do you do it? I'm totally lost without my connection to the outside world.

I am so glad to hear that this had a happy ending.

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Originally Posted by mypatookis

I also have his book and DVDs. They are wonderful resources if you need help with your Featherweight. I've also ordered parts from Dave and another site--www.221parts.com. Enjoy your Featherweight.

Put the needle in the RIGHT way :-(

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Originally Posted by mypatookis

I was told I should give her a name... so I did. I named her "Jeanie", after my Mom, Jean, and because she helps make my wishes come true. :-D
Happy quilting!

I have a couple of Featherweights that I just got off of Ebay. Cleaning them up, etc. right now.. just got David Mccallums book and DVD yesterday..
BUT.. I should name my FWs? That may be the most difficult part of owning one! It usually takes me several weeks just to find the true name for any new dog or cat I get! :oops: And I used to name my vehicles, but my last few cars never did get named. I don't think they ever deserved a name...:hunf:
For now.. the FWs are nameless until they "speak" to me and tell me their names.. :shock: