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    Search: Posts Made By: Alawai
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    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-23-2015, 04:29 PM
    Replies: 29
    Views: 4,871
    Posted By Alawai

    I believe it's the same Hebert B. Grinnell...

    I believe it's the same Hebert B. Grinnell mentioned in the second column of this document's page. H.B. is one of the three Grinnell brothers involved in with Singer:
    ...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-21-2015, 01:46 PM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 2,689
    Posted By Alawai

    Did you get it? The gentleman said that someone...

    Did you get it? The gentleman said that someone came to pick it up today for their wife! YAY!!! Another machine saved :-)
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-21-2015, 01:18 PM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 2,689
    Posted By Alawai

    Did you get it? The gentleman said that someone...

    Did you get it? The gentleman said that someone came to pick it up today for their wife! YAY!!! Another machine saved :-)
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-20-2015, 09:05 AM
    Replies: 29
    Views: 4,871
    Posted By Alawai

    "...Send wagon at once..." I love it! That is...

    "...Send wagon at once..." I love it! That is pretty dang cool!!
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-20-2015, 06:17 AM
    Replies: 86
    Views: 16,058
    Posted By Alawai

    Basically most of the fiber arts (sewing,...

    Basically most of the fiber arts (sewing, quilting, dyeing, spinning, felting, knitting, crochet). Reading, writing, piano, ukulele, learning languages (my native language is French, I'm teaching...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-19-2015, 06:34 PM
    Replies: 49
    Views: 9,261
    Posted By Alawai

    I hope you heal quickly and soundly Miriam!

    I hope you heal quickly and soundly Miriam!
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-18-2015, 07:57 AM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 2,689
    Posted By Alawai

    Teehee, I was distracted by the chest as well,...

    Teehee, I was distracted by the chest as well, wish I could see the whole thing.
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-18-2015, 07:40 AM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 2,689
    Posted By Alawai

    CL listing with art deco cabinet at a fantastic price!!!

    Just got off the phone with this gentleman who's selling his mother's sewing machine. He has to clear her apartment quickly. He said he believes she got it before she got married and she's in her...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-12-2015, 12:13 PM
    Replies: 49
    Views: 9,261
    Posted By Alawai

    Excellent post Miriam! You all nailed it right on...

    Excellent post Miriam! You all nailed it right on the head. The biggest reason for me is mainly the historical factor. It connects me to my Mum who taught me how to sew on her black industrial...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-11-2015, 05:42 PM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 3,418
    Posted By Alawai

    I could see how someone would want to add that...

    I could see how someone would want to add that kind of finish to their collection because it's different, but I've pieced on one of those FWs before during a "Care & Feeding of Your Featherweight"...
    Forum: QuiltingBoard Challenges & Contests
    01-09-2015, 07:43 AM
    Replies: 1,403
    Views: 144,718
    Posted By Alawai

    Count me in! Organizing is one of my main goals...

    Count me in! Organizing is one of my main goals this year. Joining one or more of these swaps is a good idea! Helps with the reduction process.
    Forum: Mission: Organization
    01-08-2015, 01:37 PM
    Replies: 37
    Views: 11,184
    Posted By Alawai

    Thanks Sandygirl! I'm on a serious mission so I'm...

    Thanks Sandygirl! I'm on a serious mission so I'm getting everything organized (because I know myself and I know how it can spiral out of control! LOL!)
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-07-2015, 09:19 PM
    Replies: 4,880
    Views: 1,093,508
    Posted By Alawai

    You could ask them to send you a pic of the...

    You could ask them to send you a pic of the machine head. Go with the unknown, I'm curious to see what is under that lid!
    Forum: Mission: Organization
    01-07-2015, 09:04 PM
    Replies: 37
    Views: 11,184
    Posted By Alawai

    I use pegboards for a lot of my...

    I use pegboards for a lot of my notions/accessories. I also use those clear tackle containers with lids and vitamin reminder containers for sewing machine feet.

    Here's a pic of one of my...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-07-2015, 07:36 PM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 4,594
    Posted By Alawai

    LOL! How can you not love that phrase!

    LOL! How can you not love that phrase!
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-07-2015, 07:03 PM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 1,716
    Posted By Alawai

    10xs, I hope your son's GF appreciates the...

    10xs, I hope your son's GF appreciates the thought, effort, time and funds that went into it! Having someone make something for you is a very special thing, but it also takes a special person to...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-07-2015, 06:00 PM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 1,716
    Posted By Alawai

    I'm not sure whether or not posting this was...

    I'm not sure whether or not posting this was okay. Administrators please let me know if it's not and I'll delete it. When I see a CL ad with a coveted machine or a good deal, I get a bit overzealous....
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-07-2015, 05:02 PM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 1,716
    Posted By Alawai

    Singer 66 in a #65 cabinet & bench in exchange for fabric!

    Confirmed Singer 66-16 for sale ($150) or barter (for $150 worth of quilting fabric). He’s selling for someone who makes quilts for charity. When I emailed for clarification on what was acceptable as...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-07-2015, 04:53 PM
    Replies: 44
    Views: 7,444
    Posted By Alawai

    I'm so happy for you! How thoughtful of her to...

    I'm so happy for you! How thoughtful of her to think of the perfect person to receive a featherweight!! Don't forget to post what you make for her! Do you have any ideas yet of what it will be?
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-05-2015, 05:04 PM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 3,908
    Posted By Alawai

    This looks fantastic 10xs, I'm impressed with...

    This looks fantastic 10xs, I'm impressed with your work as always.
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-01-2015, 07:06 PM
    Replies: 49
    Views: 10,291
    Posted By Alawai

    Oh what a lovely treadle!

    Oh what a lovely treadle!
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-31-2014, 08:02 PM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 737
    Posted By Alawai

    ...and the same to you costumegirl!

    ...and the same to you costumegirl!
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-31-2014, 05:16 AM
    Replies: 43
    Views: 26,310
    Posted By Alawai

    Thanks for posting miriam, I've never used a hand...

    Thanks for posting miriam, I've never used a hand crank before and would like to pick up or convert a couple. There's a Maker's Fair coming up and I think the children would really enjoy it. You...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-30-2014, 05:06 AM
    Replies: 23
    Views: 5,089
    Posted By Alawai

    Yay!!! That was quite the adventure, so happy you...

    Yay!!! That was quite the adventure, so happy you were able to get it! I'm sure you'll have her purring in no time!!
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-29-2014, 05:46 PM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 2,645
    Posted By Alawai

    Congratulations!!!

    Congratulations!!!
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