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11-11-2015, 12:48 PM
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Featherweight vs. 99
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I have zero luck with 99's, all my featherweights...
I have zero luck with 99's, all my featherweights have been far superior in stitch quality and ease of use.
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10-16-2015, 04:28 PM
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Featherweight Buying Tip
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When it comes to featherweights in mint condition...
When it comes to featherweights in mint condition for $120, have your cash at the ready. That is what I've learned.
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10-16-2015, 04:25 PM
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Things I learned or remembered while servicing the 99 twins - Very Long!
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I've totally given up on 99's. Got frustrated...
I've totally given up on 99's. Got frustrated with the last one a week ago. I'm done. NO more.
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10-14-2015, 09:05 AM
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Featherweight Buying Tip
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Featherweight Buying Tip
Hi all, thought I'd share a very painful experience I just had, so as to prevent anyone else from having the same experience. I went to go see a featherweight at a church sale, and I didn't bring...
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09-30-2015, 09:30 AM
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BEST lightweight sewing machine for portability
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I just found a Elna Lotus SP, absolutely...
I just found a Elna Lotus SP, absolutely wonderful small machine with precision stitches. I'm blown away at the quality of the mechanics and the design. It ways about 12 pounds I think, folds up and...
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09-22-2015, 08:27 PM
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I take my Featherweight interesting places!
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If you find one with decent paint and decals for...
If you find one with decent paint and decals for under $200 grab it no matter what. They are beautiful fun little machines to have. I use mine for quilt piecing and general sewing projects. I've...
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09-22-2015, 08:22 PM
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Singer attachment
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I would kill for a Penguin foot and the Swiss...
I would kill for a Penguin foot and the Swiss zigzagger
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09-19-2015, 08:12 PM
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In Canada they can be found for around $650. If...
In Canada they can be found for around $650. If you find one and you can afford it, grab it.
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09-19-2015, 08:06 PM
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Vintage Sewing Machine Shop Machine Photos
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Beautiful machine, you're so blessed to get it.
Beautiful machine, you're so blessed to get it.
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09-17-2015, 01:01 PM
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featherweight 221
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I've found that taking the motors apart and using...
I've found that taking the motors apart and using and eraser to get the carbon dust off the contacts helps.
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09-17-2015, 12:59 PM
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featherweight 221
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Its so tricky with these guys. The past year I've...
Its so tricky with these guys. The past year I've been trying to find one for under $200 with no luck. Everyone around here is asking $300+. Just missed out on a 222k for $650.
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01-12-2015, 11:03 PM
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Found some interesting things windows shopping today - Image heavy
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Ahh, I see the little black box in the first...
Ahh, I see the little black box in the first photo, I'm scared to ask how much they wanted for that.
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01-12-2015, 11:00 PM
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Did Singer really make a Gorilla FW?
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I'd way rather have a 222k than any 221. But...
I'd way rather have a 222k than any 221. But that's just me.
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01-12-2015, 10:59 PM
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money to be made with repair?
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I can make money with FW's and thats it. I fix...
I can make money with FW's and thats it. I fix them and sell them. I only buy them if they are in good condition and under $150 that way I can sell them on Ebay and make a bit of money. Especially...
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01-12-2015, 10:54 PM
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What are your other hobbies?
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I have to jump in on this one, I've enjoyed...
I have to jump in on this one, I've enjoyed reading others responses here. My other hobbies are finding treasures of all sorts at thrift stores, Birding, fly fishing, paddling canoes and kayaks,...
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12-22-2014, 09:55 PM
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Alzheimer's and SM Collecting = some scary outcomes!
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Just my 2 cents; I stay away from the 128 and...
Just my 2 cents;
I stay away from the 128 and 27's. They are long bobbins with no reverse. I find them totally useless for actually sewing on all the time. I do like the nice decals on those...
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11-15-2014, 08:00 AM
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Antique Singer Fur Sewing Machine??
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Antique Singer Fur Sewing Machine??
Here's one you don't see everyday, currently listed for $350 in my area. The picture they posted was horrible, I tried to lighten it.
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10-12-2014, 07:21 AM
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How to clean up old hazy yellow flaking clear coat
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How to clean up old hazy yellow flaking clear coat
Hi Gang, desperately trying to figure out how to get the thick nasty yellow flaking in some parts sticking in others clear coat off a featherweight. It looks brutal. I've tried dish soap and water...
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10-10-2014, 09:30 AM
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Steve, very old machine I need your help!
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Never heard back from the guy. Oh well. I really...
Never heard back from the guy. Oh well. I really didn't need another decoration on my porch.
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10-10-2014, 09:29 AM
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Which Sewing Machine was it when you Realized You had way too many?
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Great post Lorraine, you've basically figured out...
Great post Lorraine, you've basically figured out the best things and the worst things about this whole situation, and now you have goals and a positive outlook for your future. Love this.
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10-06-2014, 07:32 PM
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Steve, very old machine I need your help!
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I've contacted the guy twice, hopefully he will...
I've contacted the guy twice, hopefully he will get back to me. The add is still up. Now that Steve has identified what it is, I looked them up, yes, this is a pre 1900 machine that was made in...
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10-05-2014, 07:44 AM
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Steve, very old machine I need your help!
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http://www.quiltingboard.com/attachment.php?attach...
http://www.quiltingboard.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=494301&stc=1I tried to get a better picture
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10-05-2014, 07:30 AM
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This Weekend’s Yardsaling Finds
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I love that tin.
I love that tin.
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10-05-2014, 07:23 AM
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Poor featherweight
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Grab it if its cheep, that will clean up nicely...
Grab it if its cheep, that will clean up nicely probably. I have one that my mother in law wants me to clean up for her and it looks a lot like that.
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10-05-2014, 07:22 AM
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Steve, very old machine I need your help!
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Steve, very old machine I need your help!
This is the oldest machine I"ve ever seen posted in my area. Please help to identify and if its worth trying to get?
http://www.kijiji.ca/v-art-collectibles/calgary/antique-sewing-machine/1023519381
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