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    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    05-29-2019, 05:08 PM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 6,593
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    I just became the (oh-so-happy) owner of a...

    I just became the (oh-so-happy) owner of a Featherweight - and mine does not have a felt liner in the drip pan/tray. Should I put one in there?
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-29-2019, 02:42 PM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 12,855
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    Hi Janey - I appreciate your insight into the...

    Hi Janey - I appreciate your insight into the rotary tire issue. I don't know why my White Rotary 43 has a larger diameter (and slightly coned) pulley vs. my White series 77. They definitely both...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-29-2019, 02:27 PM
    Replies: 7
    Views: 5,346
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    Again...rookie question, but I'm assuming a knee...

    Again...rookie question, but I'm assuming a knee lever can be added to a foot pedal operated machine? I bought a 66-18 and the cord of the foot pedal is crazy short - I had to drop it straight down...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-27-2019, 07:30 PM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 12,855
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    Hi Suni and bracket - It is nice to be...

    Hi Suni and bracket -

    It is nice to be involved in a unique machine project with other people. Hope we can share our lessons-learned and resources for getting these beauties up and running...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-26-2019, 08:38 AM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 12,855
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    Thank you, Janey! I'm going to head to the...

    Thank you, Janey! I'm going to head to the hardware store today - that's a great idea, to find a rubber stopper that fits and make it work (sanding or whatever). Now that I've spent some $$ on...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-25-2019, 05:03 PM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 12,855
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    I hope someone sees this post....but I know it's...

    I hope someone sees this post....but I know it's a bit far down this line and most folks have moved on to more recent threads. However....for the life of me, I can't find a replacement rubber motor...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-23-2019, 06:34 AM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 12,855
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    Thank you so much for the feedback/links on this...

    Thank you so much for the feedback/links on this White model / rotary motor machines. I figured it was a 43 as the serial number started with "43". I have a White 77 just purchased this past...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-22-2019, 05:32 PM
    Replies: 4
    Views: 1,029
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    She is a beauty and oh, the stories she could...

    She is a beauty and oh, the stories she could tell, I'm sure! So glad she's back to making a stitch again - she was waiting for you!
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-22-2019, 04:32 PM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 12,855
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    White Rotary 43 - Project of the Day

    Hi friends, just had to share my first vintage machine "resurrection" project. I didn't even (really) know I had this White rotary until yesterday. My dear dad bought this is machine / cabinet for...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-19-2019, 03:49 PM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 10,030
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    hobbykat1955 - you are so right! In a matter of...

    hobbykat1955 - you are so right! In a matter of 5 weeks, I've purchased 4 vintage machines.....and I'm headed to purchase my first White Rotary 77 tomorrow (no judgements.....I know there are some...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-17-2019, 06:19 PM
    Replies: 16
    Views: 4,430
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    Well, off to a sad start (but I will press on!) ...

    Well, off to a sad start (but I will press on!) I took the light/clamp off, and what I thought was old fabric underneath the clamp turned out to be layers of bandaging tape. Years of thick adhesive...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-17-2019, 04:33 AM
    Replies: 16
    Views: 4,430
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    Everyone on this thread, thank you so much for...

    Everyone on this thread, thank you so much for your encouragement and understanding. I also cannot stand to see a piece of history just thrown away - I love these old machines. Even if it was...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-16-2019, 03:36 AM
    Replies: 16
    Views: 4,430
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    Thank you - just ordered Evaporust!

    Thank you - just ordered Evaporust!
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-15-2019, 06:24 PM
    Replies: 7
    Views: 4,386
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    I love both of these machines! Great looking -...

    I love both of these machines! Great looking - kitschy and functional. I'm hoping to find something this amazing one day! Good to know they are still out there.
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-15-2019, 06:08 PM
    Replies: 16
    Views: 4,430
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    Opinion(s) Needed - Could This Singer Treadle Work Again?

    I'm so sad that this machine was in pristine condition 4 years ago. Long story - but this is the condition I found it in today. My folks gave it to a friend to "store", but it was kept in an...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-15-2019, 03:36 PM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 10,030
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    leonf - I feel much better after seeing your...

    leonf - I feel much better after seeing your collection! Those machines are beautiful, and I completely understand why you need all of them. And might need a few more. :-) And QuiltingCandy, I...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-15-2019, 08:55 AM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 10,030
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    Thanks everyone! I'm glad I'm not alone with not...

    Thanks everyone! I'm glad I'm not alone with not keeping/needing the cabinets. If I had a special wing on my house for sewing, maybe I'd consider keeping them. Ugh....new issue, and probably not...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-14-2019, 06:38 PM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 10,030
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    Thank you for the feedback, everyone. I'm going...

    Thank you for the feedback, everyone. I'm going to try out the sewing capabilities this week - and if it sews okay, will probably purchase and look for accessories online. Mickey2, thanks so much...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    04-14-2019, 04:54 PM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 10,030
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    Singer 500A "Rocketeer" - Deal?

    Hey friends, I would appreciate your opinion on a Singer 500A that is for sale in my area. I'm just obsessed with the kitschy look of the machine, and I've been absolutely Stung by the vintage...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    03-30-2019, 05:11 PM
    Replies: 7
    Views: 2,462
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    Thank you so much for your input (and...

    Thank you so much for your input (and encouragement). My DH picked up the 401A for me this morning, and when I saw it, I felt gut-punched. It was filthy and covered with grime. The online pictures...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    03-30-2019, 03:24 AM
    Replies: 7
    Views: 2,462
    Posted By AnInspiredMess

    Question Servicing Newly Acquired Vintage Singer Machines

    I purchased a Singer 66-16 and a 401A this week, both in working condition. The 66 hasn't been used in 10 years, and the 401A seller is unsure of last use. I have manuals for both and can clearly...
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