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Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-26-2011, 04:44 AM
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Posted By Happy Treadler

I added pics to my post above. You really do have...

I added pics to my post above. You really do have lots of room with your new set up. The woman that I bought the handcrank from had a really nice set up, for her sewing area, but all of her machines...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-25-2011, 04:57 PM
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Posted By Happy Treadler

That set up looks great!!! What did your husband...

That set up looks great!!! What did your husband do with the original top? The reason that I ask is because I just bought a handcrank model 66 that was sitting in a little box that was made out of...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-25-2011, 04:55 PM
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Posted By Happy Treadler

Hey Sandi, you've got a great looking Bubba, too!...

Hey Sandi, you've got a great looking Bubba, too! I look forward to making my drapes for the new house now that I'm all set up. This is the only treadle that I work with TWO feet. guess it's...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-25-2011, 04:24 PM
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Posted By Happy Treadler

Tee hee, yes they are! Been using my Two Spool &...

Tee hee, yes they are! Been using my Two Spool & piecing up a storm, and haven't touched Bubba for awhile. Now I'll just have to go dust him off, because he'll get a lot of use now!
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-25-2011, 03:51 PM
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Posted By Happy Treadler

That would be the black wrought iron stand that a...

That would be the black wrought iron stand that a treadle sits on.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-25-2011, 03:51 PM
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Posted By Happy Treadler

I'm SEW stoked. I spent the night assembling my...

I'm SEW stoked. I spent the night assembling my 31-15 treadle, in anticipation of using the larger workspace for fm quilting my now basted bargello, and the larger queen-size quilt for DD. I was...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-24-2011, 09:39 AM
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Posted By Happy Treadler

Because I'm new to the 'electric' scene, I...

Because I'm new to the 'electric' scene, I wondered if anyone could tell me if when I press my foot pedal the machine is supposed to continue on a consistent speed or is it OK if it seems to slow...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-23-2011, 03:50 PM
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Posted By Happy Treadler

Oh boy, if I didn't already have one, I'd really...

Oh boy, if I didn't already have one, I'd really jump on this!! It's only 20 minutes from home. Darn!
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-22-2011, 04:59 PM
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Posted By Happy Treadler

Oh my...another one got the VSMS Fever. lol. ...

Oh my...another one got the VSMS Fever. lol. Welcome Quiltmouse. Pull up a stool and we would love to see your 403. It's so wonderful that you have all those great memories and accessories with...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-22-2011, 03:40 PM
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Posted By Happy Treadler

ROTFL!!!! Sorry, trying to quilt and type at the...

ROTFL!!!! Sorry, trying to quilt and type at the same time. :roll:

I did clean up my Universal a bit tonight. Here's a few pics: ...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-22-2011, 03:07 PM
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Posted By Happy Treadler

Hey Quiltmouse, I'm only 40, so I'd say NO WAY...

Hey Quiltmouse, I'm only 40, so I'd say NO WAY are you too young for vintage machines!!!
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-22-2011, 09:54 AM
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Posted By Happy Treadler

Vintagemotif: Just read that it has potted...

Vintagemotif:
Just read that it has potted motor. So, no treadling there.

I was actually wrong - this machine IS treadle-able! I'd have my 'zz' treadle if I'd want to drop it into my Singer...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-22-2011, 07:39 AM
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Posted By Happy Treadler

Happy Treadler, that is a very nice looking...

Happy Treadler, that is a very nice looking machine. Looks like a Morse I had, but it is not a class 15 machine. Here is a link to a site that features a Universal made by White. It looks more...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-22-2011, 04:50 AM
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Posted By Happy Treadler

Although I am the Happy Treadler, I also do love...

Although I am the Happy Treadler, I also do love any and all vintage machines. My SIL's dad called me last week to say he's got an old machine that he would really like to give me, and that if I...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-05-2011, 07:19 AM
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Views: 8,901,991
Posted By Happy Treadler

Wanted to share my new info for those who may be...

Wanted to share my new info for those who may be interested. I had acquired a Singer 31-15 Industrial treadle because I heard so much about how great they are for quilting. The thing's a BEAST! ...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-20-2011, 04:08 PM
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Posted By Happy Treadler

Will apple cider vingar work? Kathie[/quote] ...

Will apple cider vingar work? Kathie[/quote]

I'd think so, but the white is cheaper. ;)
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-20-2011, 08:31 AM
Replies: 44,789
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Posted By Happy Treadler

Oh WOW WOW WOW WOW Billy!!! Your re-paints are...

Oh WOW WOW WOW WOW Billy!!! Your re-paints are absolutely GORGEOUS. Wow. *drool*

I thought they sold the color-changing paint in a spray can and it was made by DuPont or someone like that?
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-20-2011, 08:15 AM
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Views: 8,901,991
Posted By Happy Treadler

Wow, I am a few pages behind so maybe this has...

Wow, I am a few pages behind so maybe this has been answered, but the Eldredge? Is that like a Wilcox and Gibbs with just a chain stitch or something different? I am so envious on your sewing space...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-20-2011, 08:13 AM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,901,991
Posted By Happy Treadler

I would also be interested in the answer to these...

I would also be interested in the answer to these questions. Thanx[/quote]

I have used plain old white vinegar, soaked for a short time and rinsed & dried well. Vinegar is acidic and does take...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-19-2011, 06:45 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,901,991
Posted By Happy Treadler

Hi luv2learn, I believe it was regular paint. ...

Hi luv2learn,
I believe it was regular paint. It was really chipped off with most of the decals gone, and since I had another 'pretty' hand crank exactly like it (DD's), I figured I'd get more use...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-19-2011, 08:55 AM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,901,991
Posted By Happy Treadler

Happy Treadler, love the sewing room and your...

Happy Treadler, love the sewing room and your machines! Wow, you have a Davis VF, a Two Spools, and a very nice blue 128 and what else? I couldn't tell, looked like you also have a 15, not sure of...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-18-2011, 05:00 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,901,991
Posted By Happy Treadler

Happy Treadler, love the sewing room and your...

Happy Treadler, love the sewing room and your machines! Wow, you have a Davis VF, a Two Spools, and a very nice blue 128 and what else? I couldn't tell, looked like you also have a 15, not sure of...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-18-2011, 04:57 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,901,991
Posted By Happy Treadler

Happy Treadler, love the sewing room and your...

Happy Treadler, love the sewing room and your machines! Wow, you have a Davis VF, a Two Spools, and a very nice blue 128 and what else? I couldn't tell, looked like you also have a 15, not sure of...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-18-2011, 04:48 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,901,991
Posted By Happy Treadler

Donnamare, Im drooling on hubbys droid...

Donnamare, Im drooling on hubbys droid...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-18-2011, 02:36 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,901,991
Posted By Happy Treadler

Hope it's OK I just jump in here. If you're...

Hope it's OK I just jump in here. If you're planning on using the 15-91 for FMQ, a walking foot wouldn't work because you won't be able to move your quilt in different directions (only forward). A...
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