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Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
10-22-2012, 07:20 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,435
Posted By Gigigigina

Thank you everyone for your replies. My daughter...

Thank you everyone for your replies. My daughter came over this weekend with an old "Crock Watcher" (precursor to the Crock Pot I guess) she inherited from her aunt. It is from the 70's and still...
Forum: Main
10-20-2012, 02:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,502
Posted By Gigigigina

The needle bar is sloppy, skipping stitches and...

The needle bar is sloppy, skipping stitches and the thread is looping under the fabric.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
10-20-2012, 02:34 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,435
Posted By Gigigigina

Thanks everyone for your input so far. The needle...

Thanks everyone for your input so far. The needle bar is very sloppy, the machine is skipping stitches and yes...the machine is very dry and desperately needs oiling and greasing.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
10-19-2012, 05:06 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,435
Posted By Gigigigina

Thanks Skyangel, I'll do that! I do have 4...

Thanks Skyangel,
I'll do that! I do have 4 extra cams I'll have to look to see which ones they are.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
10-19-2012, 04:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,435
Posted By Gigigigina

I am a new member here at Quiltingboard and am...

I am a new member here at Quiltingboard and am sensing that with all the online manuals and help here at "QB" , I just might be able to do it myself!
Forum: Main
10-19-2012, 04:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,502
Posted By Gigigigina

Thanks Prism99, I have been sewing on and off...

Thanks Prism99,
I have been sewing on and off on the 401 the last few years and learned to sew on the 404. I have to say that I am comfortable with the 401 and wonder if I am just being "seduced" by...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
10-19-2012, 12:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,435
Posted By Gigigigina

Thanks Nygal, The 401 does have a very nice...

Thanks Nygal,
The 401 does have a very nice selection of stitches built-in and through internet searches and blogs, etc...I've figured out there are 2 additional "cams" that offer more stitches. I'm...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
10-19-2012, 11:45 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,435
Posted By Gigigigina

Should I overhaul my Singer 401A or purchase a Janome 2012?

I have my mother's 401a and is going to cost $179.00 to overhaul and put in good shape. I am planning on sewing crafts, beginning quilting, and some home decor projects. Should I have the overhaul...
Forum: Main
10-19-2012, 11:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,502
Posted By Gigigigina

This has crossed my mind...I hate to give up on...

This has crossed my mind...I hate to give up on such a quality machine. My daughter is going to be getting her first sewing machine and we are debating on a new product or buying a 401a. Depending...
Forum: Main
10-19-2012, 11:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,502
Posted By Gigigigina

I have seen that a lot of people are working on...

I have seen that a lot of people are working on their machines themselves but being mechanically challenged... I think having it done professionally this time (it has never been worked on ) to get it...
Forum: Main
10-19-2012, 11:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,502
Posted By Gigigigina

Should I overhaul my Singer 401A or purchase a Janome 2012?

I have my mother's 401a and is going to cost $179.00 to overhaul and put in good shape. I am planning on sewing crafts, beginning quilting, and some home decor projects. Should I have the overhaul...
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