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Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
12-18-2015, 06:58 PM
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Posted By redbugsullivan

Again, a sewing machine's value is totally based...

Again, a sewing machine's value is totally based upon what someone is willing to pay. For me, prior to collecting, the free arm option was critical. How a machine sews, the ease of use, and...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
10-11-2015, 06:24 PM
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Posted By redbugsullivan

Thank you folks for the comments on this thread!...

Thank you folks for the comments on this thread! Yesterday I reintroduced a young'un to sewing and sent home one of my herd. Over and over I found myself saying how useful a forum like this is to...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
07-03-2015, 07:54 AM
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Posted By redbugsullivan

John, and others, my first treadle is similar to...

John, and others, my first treadle is similar to yours. It's a VS National/ New Home and remains my favorite. I've rescued at least three! They sew wonderful stitches and are very easy to treadle all...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-22-2015, 11:18 AM
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Posted By redbugsullivan

I must chime in here just because this board is a...

I must chime in here just because this board is a shadow of its former self. "Come in and sit a spell," now has caveats that sometimes appear arbitrary. Of course, limits exist for reasons! I'm a...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-29-2015, 07:38 PM
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Posted By redbugsullivan

I, for the sake of truth, am amazed at what the...

I, for the sake of truth, am amazed at what the folks on this thread can find!!!
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-05-2015, 08:49 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,841,044
Posted By redbugsullivan

Had a neighbor and his long time friend over for...

Had a neighbor and his long time friend over for the Superbowl this weekend. The friend grew up and lives in Wasilla, AK. Let me just say that I was humbled as he drooled over our collection of...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
07-09-2014, 07:27 AM
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Posted By redbugsullivan

My favorites have been oldies that I use with a...

My favorites have been oldies that I use with a spray bottle. Finding the right spray bottle can be challenging too! I require lots of mist, without big droplets, and an easy pull. Too often, they...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
07-01-2014, 07:53 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,841,044
Posted By redbugsullivan

Ya'll make me laugh! After going to Astoria and...

Ya'll make me laugh! After going to Astoria and Seaside, Oregon, I realize how much the vintage machine has gained in value. Two years ago, a trip resulted in the purchase of a Morse SS. My first....
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
06-29-2014, 10:17 AM
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Posted By redbugsullivan

Chiming in, VS machines do seem to be not quite...

Chiming in, VS machines do seem to be not quite right when they have tails. The reason, I've typed it twice and deleted because there was no way to say it that didn't seem naughty!

I find it...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
06-25-2014, 08:48 AM
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Posted By redbugsullivan

I agree with SteveH. I have this machine as a...

I agree with SteveH. I have this machine as a hand crank and ADORE it! Yours is in much better shape than mine. On summer evenings, I can take it outside and piece while listening to the birds. I...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-22-2014, 05:46 AM
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Posted By redbugsullivan

Been off of here for a while and catching up was...

Been off of here for a while and catching up was a joy! That Pfaff 130 has me drooling. Just curious, that coffee grinding noise was referring to the attachment, not the machine. Right?
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
12-02-2013, 02:44 PM
Replies: 44,789
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Posted By redbugsullivan

Miriam, reread your post. You mean making the...

Miriam, reread your post. You mean making the designs taller!! That's limited by the width of the needle travel. Goofy me, not understanding. This flu bug really has my head in the clouds.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
12-02-2013, 02:42 PM
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Posted By redbugsullivan

This machine was the one that replaced Momma's...

This machine was the one that replaced Momma's FW. You really do have to have all the dials and knobs in the perfect place for those cams to work correctly. The designs can get longer. I remember...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
12-01-2013, 09:34 AM
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Posted By redbugsullivan

I love learning new things like this! Thanks...

I love learning new things like this! Thanks ManicMike.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
11-30-2013, 10:06 AM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,841,044
Posted By redbugsullivan

You have my attention!! What is that?!? Details...

You have my attention!! What is that?!? Details please, even if it is just a link.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
11-05-2013, 06:20 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,841,044
Posted By redbugsullivan

A 99 Singer is a strong sewer with a dependable...

A 99 Singer is a strong sewer with a dependable stitch. They are easy to maintain and take standard needles and bobbins. The price you pay depends on where you live and the quality of the machine....
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
11-04-2013, 07:47 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,841,044
Posted By redbugsullivan

I am glad to hear from everyone! With the...

I am glad to hear from everyone! With the overwhelming love of Singers, I thought I was missing something. My Singer 99K sounds like my mother's FW.

That click, click, is a muffled sound from my...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
11-01-2013, 06:28 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,841,044
Posted By redbugsullivan

Ah! Well stated. Thank you for the insight. ...

Ah! Well stated. Thank you for the insight. These machines have never proven themselves to me. That's why I've asked. Clearly there is something about them that have endeared themselves to folks....
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
11-01-2013, 06:06 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,841,044
Posted By redbugsullivan

Ah! Well stated. Thank you for the insight. This...

Ah! Well stated. Thank you for the insight. This machines have never proven themselves to me. That's why I've asked. Clearly there is something about them that have endeared themselves to folks....
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
10-31-2013, 07:10 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,841,044
Posted By redbugsullivan

Please explain to me why Singer machines are so...

Please explain to me why Singer machines are so popular?
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
10-28-2013, 07:05 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,841,044
Posted By redbugsullivan

My husband swears by Hoppe's. Keep us posted. ...

My husband swears by Hoppe's. Keep us posted.

And yes, by some miracle, I am not only able to view this page but post too!! Makes up for the car not starting and the furnace breaking this...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-02-2013, 09:29 AM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,841,044
Posted By redbugsullivan

433698 This is my $20 CL find. It was in a...

433698
This is my $20 CL find. It was in a chewed up Sears cabinet and had been electrified. Wrong handwheel, crinkle finish motor, a newer friction style bobbin winder and a totally thread filled...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-02-2013, 08:39 AM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,841,044
Posted By redbugsullivan

After dumping cookies and searching the...

After dumping cookies and searching the hinterlands for blocks on the site, I gave up. A month or so of never trying to get this thread to show I clicked on a post from Miriam from my this thread's...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
08-30-2013, 08:51 AM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,841,044
Posted By redbugsullivan

It is SO nice to have this thread back! My...

It is SO nice to have this thread back! My computer would not load it for over six months. No amount of tech support or restarting, reloading, or dumping would allow me to view the page. Reading...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
06-08-2013, 06:07 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,841,044
Posted By redbugsullivan

I am SO glad I am not the only sewer who finds...

I am SO glad I am not the only sewer who finds this finish irritating! One of my National machines never ever gets used because of this "makes my teeth hurt" finish. I know, weird reaction.
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