Dressmaker

Here are the cam and accessory boxes for the dressmaker W-60. The sewing machine came with metal boxes rather than plastic. [ATTACH=CONFIG]591594[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]591595[/ATTACH]

CMARAS1234

i need info and manual on a Dressmaker model 411 serial number 11749 also says J A 3. I found it curbside in my neighborhood, and it works, I oiled and cleaned it and adj ,the tension. It does have some rust on the bobbin case .But i am sure i can resolve that. I would reall y appreciate any info .I have about 30 antiques , and this is my first DRESSMAKER.

Dressmaker

I have tried to copy my manual but the pages have yellowed with age. I can't get a clear copy. How closely does your machine resemble mine? What specific information are you looking for?

CMARAS1234

I will be in KY in May >I have a 40 FT HOUSEBOAT that i stay on for 5-6 months depending on the weather. If it gets cold I head for Florida, My boat is about 30 miles south of Lexington, On lake Herrington. IF its not to far., i would meet you and we could try to get a copy done professionally at a office supply.I am getting a new phone next week so cant do pictures right now.. cmaras1234

ycart

I have my mother-in-law's Dressmaker Model W-60 Deluxe Cam Zig-Zag. It was shipped April 5, 1967 from City Sewing Machine Company, 818 Broadway, Marysville, Kansas 66508 Phone HI 3-3731 Owner Lee Dam. The letter said it should arrive in about 5 days.

She filled out the "SMART MONEY" PUZZLW Entry Form postcard postmarked February 2, 1967. She had to unscramble 15 Sewing related words. The letter said there were 2 1st prize winners - Mrs. Norman J. Miller, Route 2, Elberfeld, Indiana 47613 and Mrs. E. Jane Smith, 67 B Campstool Route, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82001. My mother-in-law was chosen as a 2nd prize of a $150.00 Discount Certificate. Regular Price $219.50 less Discount Check $150.00 Total Cost $69.50. I don't have the Discount Certificate but it noted an expiration date and if she was unable to use it she may assign it to a friend.

The letter states Dressmaker sewing machines are sold and serviced in all 50 states and have a 30 year guarantee bond. The bond also states the motor and electrical accessories are warranted free from defects in material and workmanship for 5 years. They also offered a Lay-Away Plan of $10.00 a month with no interest or carrying charges added.

Dressmaker

Thank you for the details. It's greatly appreciated.

BusyBtoo

I just found your querry regarding your mother sewing machine. You mentioned that you had its Manual. Look for the copyright date of the manual and it will date your machine +- a year.
Its a beautiful machine, best, B

Dressmaker

BusyBtoo Thank you for the suggestion. I checked the manual, there was no copyright info. ycart posted a-lot of good info about her mother-in-law's Dressmaker Model W-60 Deluxe Cam Zig-Zag. So I'm going with a manufacture date of 1967. I just took this machine out yesterday to oil it and take it through its paces with the different cams. What a coincidence you post about it on the same day. This was my first vintage machine, many have followed me home since. When people ask how many I have, my standard answer is "I don't know how many sewing machines I have".

ljruss65

Hi! I just got my Grandma's Dressmaker Sewing machine which is exactly like yours..powder blue and all...not sure if it works yet or not as I am cleaning it up! She passed away 30 years ago and I am not sure how long she had it but it is still in very nice shape!