Well, I didn't get my Mom's Featherweight. She was going to give it to me, but when I was telling my big sister about it, she asked me, "The little black one?" Yes. Then she said, "Oh! I learned to sew on that machine! I loved sewing so much!" It was obvious she wanted it and had memories of it and Mama. I have to say that my mom had just given a Tiffany lamp that I had wanted for 35 years (and been told all those years was mine) to my little sister who knew it had been promised to me earlier and took it anyway. My big sister wanted the Featherweight but wouldn't say so. I told her I didn't want her to feel what I was feeling and if she wanted it to say so. She finally admitted she would love to have it. I gave it to her joyfully. She had always wanted and loved it, I only found out about it (realized my mom's machine was a Featherweight) a couple of years ago. I can always buy a new one, she can't replace the memories. The search begins! And I am looking for one with the pretty scrolled face, not the straight lines like Mama's.

Bless you for that!

Your a Good Sister...I'm giving you a pat on your back...
Think of the fun you'll have on the hunt to find your perfect featherweight to call all your own...

I tell my kids all the time that "things are just things and memories are forever." If something disappears, gets stolen or broken or isn't bought, it doesn't matter. It's our memories that we will have forever.

Very sweet. You're a great sister.

Good luck on your FW hunt. Another option is buy a FW with the straight lines and look for a scroll face to replace it. I know other people have done this.

The straight lines are post war designs and the scroll are prewar. You will find some immediately after the war with the scroll, due to the fact that they were already made.

Bless you.

good things will come your way bless u

What a great idea! I don't feel like a great sister since I just about hate my little sister right now. Someone asked me if I could find another lamp. The answer is no. It was my Great Uncle's who got it from the Waldorf Astoria when it was being refurbished in the 30's or so. When it showed up at our house after his death, it was all stove in with missing glass and the chainpulls were broken. If it was still in that condition, I would still want it where my little sister wouldn't. It was just love at first sight for me. It seems silly to others, but it is all I really wanted out of all my mom's antiques. My sister says she is leaving it to my daughter, but my daughter will never see it as more than just a lamp her crazy aunt left her. It won't be special to her like if it was mine, still. Oh well. I love my big sister. She is such a wonderful lady and truly cares for others more than herself. I want to be like her when I grow up!

You are a fantastic sister!! You did the right thing. You will find a FW in your travels :-P

I can relate to your feelings. I am the oldest and then there are 2 boys. The middle one is the GOLDEN CHILD! And he brought the most pain, worry, & sorrow to our parents while growing up! Oh well, it is what it is and can't change that. SO as for you...you did the right thing, but sounds like your little sister is spoiled. Probably cant change that either, so let it go. You might tell her gently hhow you feel about the lamp? It isn't worth causing a war or trouble over though. I wish you the very best in searching for your FW!!!! You will find it!!! Huge Hugs

I can give you the contact info for my featherweight guy. Granted, he's here in Florida.

I have to say, what goes around, comes around. I cannot wait to see the prize of a FW that is coming your way!

Yup! Been there, too! The baby sister wants everything!
Good things will be coming your way...you just wait and see!

I think you're already there!

I have one from my mom and will keep it forever. Since I joined this board, I keep my eyes on ebay for another. Here is one of the listings I am watching, but there are lots of them listed each week.
- Harry B.
http://cgi.ebay.com/GORGEOUS-SINGER-...09236171601957

In my case, I'm the oldest and it's the middle sister that gets me upset. She has never "wanted" anything from my Mom and Dad UNTIL they passed away. She always caledl their stuff "old or ugly". Now, she's first in line to claim whatever she wants. My younger sister and I usually give in to her. It's sad, we want things because of memories; she wants things because they "match" her new house.

What a great sis. The relationship is more impt than the FQ! Too bad about the lamp!
I'm the middle sis. I always get left out!!

My sister wanted our mother's FW after she died. I would like to have one now, but I have no regret that I let her have it. You did the right thing and I hope your karma brings you just the one you want!

youre a great sister.

What a great story!
Your fw is still out there.

You are a very very special sister. Bless you

You are a very very special sister. Bless you

You are like your big sister. You care for your older sister more than yourself. You have a heart and you care. Someday maybe your little sister will grow up and give you the lamp.

I have a feeling that you will find a featherweight. One with the scrolls on it, when the time is right.

That was so nice of you. I wish you good luck in finding a great one for yourself.

Oh ...I hope you can find the perfect one!

Did you point blank ask your little sister for the lamp? Maybe it would help if you told her nicely (again?) that it was promised to you.

But otherwise...just let it go. Some relatives are "like that". I've been told that after parents' death, often the "true character" comes out of some people and shows them for what they are. I think you aren't the only one with this type of problem when divvying up the inheritance.

Big HUG for what you did<3

You deserve a huge hugs. Bless you. :):):)

That was a very thoughfull and kind thing for you to do. This world would is a better place because of people like you.

Let us know when you get a Featherweight.

Your spot in heaven is saved.

How nice. God bless you.

....such a blessing to let go, isn't it? What joy you gave!

You are a very wise lady dear one.......You have precious memories they will never be taken away.....

Sisters can be a trial but you came through like a champ. Little sis just doesn't understand your value. Lamps come and go but you are a keeper. Wanna be my little sis? I'm "blessed" with 5 sisters like your little one. I admire your grace and loving gift to big sis! Bravo

I'm hoping you find a really sweet deal on a featherweight!

Your a good sister and human You truly care about others
and put yourself second.
I hope a super duper FW comes your way soon.

Have to say this really touched me. What a great sister you are.

I am the oldest of 4 daughters...enough said! It has always amazed me how 4 women can grow up in the same house and be so totally different. You learn to pick your battles early and sometimes even then it is not worth it.

Good for you. I know things like that can cause dissension in families.

You are jusst down the road in Renton, I'm in auburn! Watch CL as I see tyhem all the time (my proof is I have 4 fw and a 192 and 185 and all but one bought in the area). You just have to be quick and remember Billy has the cleaning tuts that are very well detailed that even I think I can do it. I also have a little sister that thought everything was hers and now doesn't speak to my older sis and I. She got stuff, I got great memories of mom. I win!!