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Boo hoooo, I want a treadle!!:x :oops:
Jan in VA |
A while ago I posted about Singer 401G and 411G. I have not modified the machines to accept a leather belt. I'm wondering if you know anything about putting them on a treadle. The sewing machine shop guy wants to modify the balance wheel - he says it needs a heavy old one - they don't just fit on.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-43881-1202.htm#3520792 and http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-130994-6.htm I have a Bernina that may be a good candidate for a treadle. It is a 530 with a broken cord acceptor part. What did you do to adapt? |
Originally Posted by Fixedgearhead
Here are some pictures why I have had the most fun I have had sewing. I converted a Bernina Mechanical sewing machine to Treadle power. That is right, Just like the local Amish do, here in Ohio. The cabinet is Cherry, and the Top is Maple, and the mechanical stuff, is made by some Mennonite folks in Pennsylvania. It slows down the process, but is very rewarding and anyway I am not in any hurry. It suits my style.
I hope you enjoy them. John |
Who woulda thunk you could do that??? That is awesome!!!
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Has anyone heard from Billy?
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awesome, you get your exercise while you are sewing.. I have 2 old treadles, one was my great grandmother's and the other my husband's great grandmothers.. I have sewn on mine, and really enjoyed it!
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Thanks for sharing. I looked at some of your "non" quilt wood projects and your wood working studio the other day on the board. You are very talented. Thanks for sharing.
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Originally Posted by Fixedgearhead
Here are some pictures why I have had the most fun I have had sewing. I converted a Bernina Mechanical sewing machine to Treadle power. That is right, Just like the local Amish do, here in Ohio. The cabinet is Cherry, and the Top is Maple, and the mechanical stuff, is made by some Mennonite folks in Pennsylvania. It slows down the process, but is very rewarding and anyway I am not in any hurry. It suits my style.
I hope you enjoy them. John That is way cool!!!!! I love it! I see that you used the rubber tubing for the belt. I understand that works better with the plastic machine wheels. I like your cabinet and drawers with the green felt. You just gave me a tip on lining my drawers. I agree that treadling is a wonderful way of slowing one down to enjoy the process. Welcome! And thank you for posting you wonderful setup. |
Beautiful cabinet. I've often wondered how many of our "modern" machines could be treadled.
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Cool!
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