I will be looking at a Singer Treadle machine 'in good working order' next week and I am excited.
I am not looking for an antique, an investment or a lean mean quilting machine.
I want it for pure nostalgia. I learnt to sew on this machine back in the days before the Civil War......!
Any advice, comments, humor, or suggestions re: this purchase would be really welcome.

P.S. Having looked at the wonderful and absolutely stunning quilts recently shown on this QB, I'll spare you my amateur attempts.... for now.

Can't give you any advice, other than if you want it get it :lol: We don't always need a reason :wink: And you would love to see pictures of your work :shock: We all started somewhere and appreciate everyones hard work

Hello & Good Luck finding your Singer Treadle machine!! :D My DH husband found this one for me, for my Christmas this year. It was just luck that he stopped into a local antique shop & found this 1935 Singer Treadle for $39.00!! :thumbup: It's in perfect condition. Just keep your eye out & chance looking where you might not think you will find one!! Please let us know when you find the perfect one!!
:D :D :D :D

WooHoo!!! I am green with envy :D:D:D

Be warned, it's very hard to stop at one. These beautiful old workhorses still work. Try making a quilt top on one (I have one in progress).

What a lovely looking machine. You would not believe the condition of some machines I have seen and the price they want for them. Your husband did very well.
The one I am looking at next week looks promising but we shall see. You have given me hope.

You are probably right especially as I have no self control.
Would love to see your quilt.

I'd love to show you but it maybe it would be rude to hijack this thread. I'll start another.