Peaso

I use a Crop in Style navigator rolling case, not the XX large one. Thst is too big and the wheels are not as well placed as they are on the navigator
The original featherweight case fits nicely in the Crop in Style case. It helps protect the case from nicks and scratches. Also I don't have to worry that the handle will loosen or the latches pop open on the original case.
I found mine on Craigslist for $25. Seems as people change interest, more of the scrap booking cases are sold on Craigslist.

OurWorkbench

Tammi, hope your shoulder/neck is better today.

The one on Etsy is neat - with the lid separate wouldn't that make it harder to "conceal" the straps? I've also thought in addition to straps all the way around that I'm thinking that it would probably be better to have a solid bottom - rather than a seam in the middle of the bottom. I suppose if using directional fabric that it could be problematic.

I'm curious of the spacing of the straps on the tote. I think I've seen some closer toward the middle and some closer to the side. I can see that the wider spacing of the strap location would give a better surface for embroidery or pocket and might be better for over the shoulder straps. The luggage that I have seen (like for laptop bags) have clips on the ends of the bag for the shoulder strap. Seems like I have also seen straps are spaced a little narrower (about the width of the handle on the top of the case). Have any of you that have used the bags/totes have any comments about if you wish the straps were spaced a little wider or narrower for comfort and possibly the feeling of it maybe being a little wobbly?

Janey - Neat people never make the exciting discoveries I do.

lclang

Measure your FW and then take the measurements with you to Walmart. I bought a nice padded cooler bag with outside pockets and lots of padding for about $13.00 a couple of years ago and it works wonderfully. Might cost a little more now.

Mickey2

Lots of options in this thread. I would trust a homemade tote, but depending on fabric, you might need flat felled type of seams with two rows of stitches that lock the edges of the pieces in. Bull denim or duck canvas might be the easiest. Strong nylon fabric and webbin is very strong too, but fraying and slippery, they need something extra to hold the seams in the long run. I don't have an overlocker and I sometimes have to fuzz a bit extra with edges and sturdy seams to get it strong enough.

Sewnoma

ArchaicArcane - you found the one I was talking about!

I like her tote overall but I actually DON'T like the image of the FW on the outside. The shape and size is enough of a giveaway, I wouldn't want extra advertisement on the bag as to what's inside. Kind of like a big, "Hey look I'm TOTALLY worth stealing!!" sign.

Rodney

Tammi you mentioned a light bulb trick for musty cases? Where do I find that info? I have a couple vintage cases now that could use some sort of help in the smell department.
Thanks,
Rodney

Stitchnripper

i keep one of mine in a case like this. I still put my other hand under it just because. Seems like a good fit. It's not "cute" though!!

Mickey2

I have a couple card board boxes for attatchments that reeks of cellar. Have you found anything that helps? I have them on a book shelf in a warm dry room, lid off and hope they will eventually air off sooner than later. It's been about a year now and it's much better, but still not quite there yet, not enough to close the lid on the boxes.

I'm thinking of filling the bottom of them with baking soda, and leave them in in a plastjc a couple of days, then replace it. I know it will air off eventually, but it would be nice to speed the process up a bit. It certainly doesn't get better by closing the lids and storing them away some where.

UV light bulbs helps with odours, but will lead to deterioration of the materials in the case, especially leather and paper. I might be something we regret later on. Ozon treatment cleans out smells, but I'm not sure if these old cases can handle harsh treatments like that. I think thats' what the UV bulbs produce, the temporarily split the oxygen molecules in the air, making ozon molecules.

amcatanzaro

No. I've got it stuffed full of newspaper and on a top shelf in the basement. Some magic day it will be ok... right?

The machine itself is on a shelf in my sewing room.

amcatanzaro

I rarely trust any handle for more than a few seconds, I use them more for stability than anything else. On a sewing machine case I assume they are more for lifting the lid than a long term carry.

The hard plastic case is good for slightly damp storage/taking it places in the rain and making it stackable on a rolling cart. Might work on a motorcycle as well. I wonder if contact paper could make them nicer.