My Featherweight is here.
02-18-2011, 05:11 PM
#41
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I recently bought a FW - according to the serial # and the Singer site, it was made in 1941 - so she is named Pearl. I've done very little sewing with it, but it certainly purrs along nicely.
I happened to mention to my DH that I'd really like one. It had never occurred to him that I might want an "old" machine - He knew someone that lived just about 4 blocks from us that "has about 50 of them". I made a quick phone call and a quicker visit and bought Pearl. It seems to be in perfect condition - only problem is that the cord from the machine to the foot control doesn't quite reach the floor from the table I use to sew.
I happened to mention to my DH that I'd really like one. It had never occurred to him that I might want an "old" machine - He knew someone that lived just about 4 blocks from us that "has about 50 of them". I made a quick phone call and a quicker visit and bought Pearl. It seems to be in perfect condition - only problem is that the cord from the machine to the foot control doesn't quite reach the floor from the table I use to sew.
02-19-2011, 06:45 AM
#44
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Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Byron Ga.
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I just received my 221 featherweight that I bought on Ebay and I am so proud of her. I named her after my mother who passed away last year, My 221 is named Emma. I know I will enjoy sewing on it. Is there a 221 club or blog some where on line?
02-19-2011, 05:27 PM
#46
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Location: Dahlonega, Ga.
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Would you believe that the same latch on mine is missing!?!
I love mine, I haven't used it in two years though, it needs a new belt but I haven't had the money for it at the same time that I was thinking about it. I do hope you know what this addled brain is trying to say?
I love mine, I haven't used it in two years though, it needs a new belt but I haven't had the money for it at the same time that I was thinking about it. I do hope you know what this addled brain is trying to say?
02-19-2011, 07:20 PM
#47
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Originally Posted by Ann S.
Mine came with one broken lock too. I ordered it from this company: http://www.sewingmachinesplus.com/P60221NS-LOCK.php
I also put a luggage strap on mine for transport because I don't want to take a chance on it opening while carrying.
I also put a luggage strap on mine for transport because I don't want to take a chance on it opening while carrying.
02-19-2011, 08:51 PM
#48
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Location: BC
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Originally Posted by Derla
I recently bought a FW - according to the serial # and the Singer site, it was made in 1941 - so she is named Pearl. I've done very little sewing with it, but it certainly purrs along nicely.
I happened to mention to my DH that I'd really like one. It had never occurred to him that I might want an "old" machine - He knew someone that lived just about 4 blocks from us that "has about 50 of them". I made a quick phone call and a quicker visit and bought Pearl. It seems to be in perfect condition - only problem is that the cord from the machine to the foot control doesn't quite reach the floor from the table I use to sew.
I happened to mention to my DH that I'd really like one. It had never occurred to him that I might want an "old" machine - He knew someone that lived just about 4 blocks from us that "has about 50 of them". I made a quick phone call and a quicker visit and bought Pearl. It seems to be in perfect condition - only problem is that the cord from the machine to the foot control doesn't quite reach the floor from the table I use to sew.
02-20-2011, 03:46 AM
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Originally Posted by Mammalane
Your new baby is BEAUTIFUL. I keep hoping, hoping, hoping that my turn will come. Enjoy!!!
02-20-2011, 03:49 AM
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Originally Posted by doubblec
I just received my 221 featherweight that I bought on Ebay and I am so proud of her. I named her after my mother who passed away last year, My 221 is named Emma. I know I will enjoy sewing on it. Is there a 221 club or blog some where on line?
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