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Forum: Machine Embroidery
12-17-2019, 08:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,098
Posted By Orson

All right, I know this is an old thread, but a...

All right, I know this is an old thread, but a friend just kind of handed me a Deco 330 and a Bernette 340, along with a handful of mixed embroidery cards. She runs an animal shelter, and we are...
Forum: Main
08-06-2019, 03:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,290
Posted By Orson

Grace Start-Right parts?

My sister is heartbroken. Her Grace Start Right has had a broken plastic bracket for a while, and we're getting new ones made for her, but in removing them one of the ratchet assemblies that holds...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-24-2019, 09:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,365
Posted By Orson

I'm learning that these are much more prevalent...

I'm learning that these are much more prevalent than I had imagined. At least three of my other friends have the same machine. There are plenty out there, just waiting for the right homes.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-24-2019, 07:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,365
Posted By Orson

Holy cow. You all aren't going to believe this.

Yesterday morning I posted on Facebook about the two 401As I had acquired and about my plans to refurbish them. I had an appointment yesterday afternoon, and took a route to it that, while not out of...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-23-2019, 07:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,365
Posted By Orson

Again, thanks. I already have a copy of the...

Again, thanks. I already have a copy of the service manual, so I'm not totally in the dark. Thanks also for the tips on what to use and where not to apply it. I'd hate to remove any paint. Our...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-21-2019, 06:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,365
Posted By Orson

I've got her in front of the heat register to see...

I've got her in front of the heat register to see about loosening up some of the old grease. I don't know if my mechanical ability is up to the task of disassembly and reassembly. I took off the top...
Forum: Introduce Yourself
01-21-2019, 06:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,172
Posted By Orson

Thanks! Garment sewing is different in that...

Thanks! Garment sewing is different in that you're trying to make flat pieces fit a round from, rather than keeping them flat. I don't think it's harder if you have a decent grasp on spatial...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-20-2019, 02:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,365
Posted By Orson

Thanks, bkay, that was a fascinating read. I...

Thanks, bkay, that was a fascinating read. I cleaned up the bobbin case area, removing a couple of thread bits that were stuck down there. No change. I took off the top cover plate and looked for...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-20-2019, 06:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,365
Posted By Orson

What to do with an extra Singer 401A

I acquired a Singer 401A a few months ago, and recently found a nice cabinet for her. What really sold me on the cabinet was that it had ANOTHER Singer 401A in it. The handwheel wouldn't turn at...
Forum: Introduce Yourself
01-20-2019, 06:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,172
Posted By Orson

Hello, from South Bend, Indiana!

Howdy!

I've been a member on this site for ages, but it's been a while since I've visited it. I figure I may as well re-introduce myself.

I'm Connie, and I've been sewing for over 50 years. I...
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