Quiltingboard Forums

Go Back  Quiltingboard Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
 
Page 1 of 2
1
2
Search: Posts Made By: bemer
Showing results 1 to 25 of 26
Search took 0.01 seconds.
Forum: Pictures
11-25-2015, 03:35 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,759
Posted By bemer

Thanks everyone. It was a challenge - not hard,...

Thanks everyone. It was a challenge - not hard, just lots of 2 inch squares! Some day I MAY make another one or maybe not, but Manalto, I think you need to make yours. :thumbup:
Forum: Pictures
11-22-2015, 07:21 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,759
Posted By bemer

Tokyo Subway quilt

I found this sew-along on the web a couple of years ago (she has since removed the instructions) and finally finished it today. Well, almost - still needs to be sandwiched and quilted but all 2000...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-04-2014, 12:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,671
Posted By bemer

Great idea - it may also identify where the...

Great idea - it may also identify where the "catch" may be.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-04-2014, 09:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,671
Posted By bemer

For some reason the pictures appeared dirtier...

For some reason the pictures appeared dirtier than the machine, but I did clean (again) and oiled (again). Haven't been able to pinpoint the actual cause of the problem, but the hang-up hasn't shown...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-03-2014, 02:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,671
Posted By bemer

When one turns the dial to engage the zig-zag,...

When one turns the dial to engage the zig-zag, the mechanism is fine. But it will not release. I have been oiling it all day, turning the dial. Sometimes it will release, sometimes not. I cannot...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-03-2014, 02:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,671
Posted By bemer

Coronado Princess

Earlier this year I purchased a lovely Coronado Princess that needed some TLC and lots of oil. I cleaned it up and oiled like crazy and let her sit. Today I sat down to clean her up. Isn't she...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
08-01-2014, 05:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,935
Posted By bemer

I think would worry about the olive oil turning...

I think would worry about the olive oil turning rancid. Does that happen?
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
07-30-2014, 05:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,023
Posted By bemer

The owner's manual for my Kenmore 117-591 states...

The owner's manual for my Kenmore 117-591 states "if used continuously", the machine should be oiled daily. Since I don't usually get to sew "continuously" for 8 hours, I generally oil once or twice...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
07-30-2014, 04:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,981
Posted By bemer

Welcome saraw82. Rewiring the foot pedal is...

Welcome saraw82. Rewiring the foot pedal is easy; just take your time and take pictures for reference
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
07-25-2014, 06:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,746
Posted By bemer

Jon, thanks for the links. I will start my...

Jon, thanks for the links. I will start my homework!
Yesterday I started wiping everything down, so I can bring it into the house. I will not start serious work until this fall, but I want to oil...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
07-23-2014, 05:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,746
Posted By bemer

Additional info - Latest Patent date is Aug 18...

Additional info - Latest Patent date is Aug 18 1885, serial number 2411765
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
07-23-2014, 05:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,746
Posted By bemer

Wheeler and Wilson treadle is mine!

Purchased this W&W - W9 at my neighbor's yard sale. Needs some oil and love (and a needle!). Been wanting a treadle for a while, and I will use it after she is cleaned up. I am not afraid :), but...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
04-11-2014, 04:02 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,509
Posted By bemer

Beautiful job, Joe!

Beautiful job, Joe!
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-18-2014, 04:28 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,776
Posted By bemer

I too have developed tension issues on my 500. ...

I too have developed tension issues on my 500. It was sewing very well and then all of a sudden, the upper tension was practically none existent. If I continued sewing, it may or may not correct...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
12-30-2013, 08:22 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,461
Posted By bemer

Joe, most people use the darning foot for FMQ...

Joe, most people use the darning foot for FMQ although I have heard of some that use no foot. Don't think I would do that.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
12-20-2013, 07:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,114
Posted By bemer

This is how the knee lever on my Kenmore is...

This is how the knee lever on my Kenmore is attached. 452498452499 Two brackets are attached to the box - one to the side and one on the bottom. I never noticed before, but it looks like I can...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
12-16-2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,114
Posted By bemer

Hi enjay. Your knee lever looks like my...

Hi enjay. Your knee lever looks like my Kenmore's. Tomorrow I will take some pics for you. Don't you love the challenges?!
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
12-05-2013, 07:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,726
Posted By bemer

Candace, when comparing the 500A straight stitch...

Candace, when comparing the 500A straight stitch with my Kenmore Rotary, I much prefer the Kenmore. Do you think the ZZ capability of the 500 is the cause of our poorer quality of FMQ stitching? ...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
11-29-2013, 06:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,726
Posted By bemer

I like the meandering- I cross over if I want to,...

I like the meandering- I cross over if I want to, or need to (if I box myself in). The stippling is fun too. I prefer space around the quilting - I like the puffiness reminiscent of hand quilting. ...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
11-29-2013, 05:57 PM
Replies: 2,327
Views: 1,464,671
Posted By bemer

I have been "lurking" for about a year now really...

I have been "lurking" for about a year now really enjoy the conversations and photos.

I have 4 machines. Singer 500A, 2 Kenmore Rotarys 117-591, and a Viking. I use the Kenmore for piecing,...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
11-29-2013, 05:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,726
Posted By bemer

Sample of quilting with the 500A 449165

Sample of quilting with the 500A
449165
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
11-28-2013, 06:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,726
Posted By bemer

I went back and looked at your sample...my...

I went back and looked at your sample...my stitches looked like that until I increased the tension. Then I had a problem with the thread breaking, so I switched to 100/16 needles and that has...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
11-28-2013, 06:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,726
Posted By bemer

I FMQ on my 500A, and did several quilts before I...

I FMQ on my 500A, and did several quilts before I read this thread. :) It did take a while before I got everything set up right, but now I have no issues. I set the foot pressure to 4, tension at...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
11-17-2013, 07:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,658
Posted By bemer

I believe that is 117.591; I have two and they...

I believe that is 117.591; I have two and they are both great machines. Wheel operates "backwards" compared to Singers.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
11-08-2013, 06:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,909
Posted By bemer

I have 2 Kenmore 117-591's - one labeled as...

I have 2 Kenmore 117-591's - one labeled as "Imperial Kenmore Rotary" and the other "Supreme Kenmore Rotary". (I haven't been able to determine the difference.) Both are in cabinets. I am unable to...
Showing results 1 to 25 of 26
 
Page 1 of 2
1
2


 
Forum Jump

FREE Quilting Newsletter