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jljack 08-12-2011 05:58 PM

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So, on with the story about the Singer 1891 machine and treadle that Quiltncowgirl and I got and split.

Here's my 1909 66-1 in the cabinet now. I think she looks very smart in there!! But still not sewing...I have to check if the hook is moving. She was dry as sand when I got her, and I have been oiling her for days. Some stuff is still really really tight.

More pics on the pics thread. The coffin top, etc.

cabbagepatchkid 08-12-2011 06:04 PM

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My "new" Brother machine (from eBay), I LOVE the color---looks like Black Raspberry ice cream....yum. The only problem is that it broke out of the base during shipping and I can not get the remaining hinge out. It's crooked but stuck--big time. I'm having a hard time seeing underneath it but I'm hoping that there might be a screw or something that will release it.

This is what it looked like when I took the top of the case off
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One hinge is popped out and the other is stuck tight
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Ooops....almost the same pic as above
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A close up of the stuck hinge
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Cindy Lou Who 08-12-2011 06:17 PM

Up through Jr HS, we had ugly one piece dark blue uniforms that we had to embroider our name on the pocket. Not a good look for me at all! I hated them![/quote]

Yes!! We had to wear those too! And the gym teacher was a retired WAC that made us march around the gym. We did everything but salute her. Had to line up for roll call and couldn't relax until she said "at ease". I haven't thought of her in years.....

cabbagepatchkid 08-12-2011 06:20 PM


Originally Posted by jljack
So, on with the story about the Singer 1891 machine and treadle that Quiltncowgirl and I got and split.

Here's my 1909 66-1 in the cabinet now. I think she looks very smart in there!! But still not sewing...I have to check if the hook is moving. She was dry as sand when I got her, and I have been oiling her for days. Some stuff is still really really tight.

More pics on the pics thread. The coffin top, etc.

It looks wonderful in there. That cabinet is gorgeous!!!!!

tomilu 08-12-2011 06:29 PM


Originally Posted by cabbagepatchkid
My "new" Brother machine (from eBay), I LOVE the color---looks like Black Raspberry ice cream....yum. The only problem is that it broke out of the base during shipping and I can not get the remaining hinge out. It's crooked but stuck--big time. I'm having a hard time seeing underneath it but I'm hoping that there might be a screw or something that will release it.

You might try loosening ther set screw for the hinge pin and taking the machine off the hinge.

Candace 08-12-2011 06:37 PM

Penni, thanks for the attachment pics!

Cathy, I'm envious of your new, pink machine! Love it! Yes the hinge pin has a screw. I hope you can save the bottom of the case, but I'd sacrifice the bottom to save the paint job on the machine. Glad there wasn't any damage to the machine!

vintagemotif 08-12-2011 06:50 PM


Originally Posted by Candace
Here is my new (old) Singer 319W born around 1954ish in the original table. The table is a bit rough, but is functional. I spent 2 hours cleaning it. It was DIRTY. The machine sounds very loud, but I just downloaded the manual and will oil it tomorrow. I'm also ordering up the special needles it takes as the needle in the machine is so old I can't read the numbers on it. The machine came with like 28 discs and is in good condition. I few chips of paint, but I'm so excited with my find!!! I love it. I just hope I can get it to quiet down a bit.

Candace, Nice machine! Are you a member of the Gold Country Treadleon group? There is a gathering September 10th. This machine would be fun to show off at the event- at least I would love to see your machine.

Another CA folks on this board planning to show at the GCTOGA ? I went to the MINI TOGA in June and had a blast! There were some gorgeous machines that were shown along with quilting projects.

Candace 08-12-2011 06:54 PM


Originally Posted by vintagemotif

Originally Posted by Candace
Here is my new (old) Singer 319W born around 1954ish in the original table. The table is a bit rough, but is functional. I spent 2 hours cleaning it. It was DIRTY. The machine sounds very loud, but I just downloaded the manual and will oil it tomorrow. I'm also ordering up the special needles it takes as the needle in the machine is so old I can't read the numbers on it. The machine came with like 28 discs and is in good condition. I few chips of paint, but I'm so excited with my find!!! I love it. I just hope I can get it to quiet down a bit.

Candace, Nice machine! Are you a member of the Gold Country Treadleon group? There is a gathering September 10th. This machine would be fun to show off at the event- at least I would love to see your machine.

Another CA folks on this board planning to show at the GCTOGA ? I went to the MINI TOGA in June and had a blast! There were some gorgeous machines that were shown along with quilting projects.


Hi, no I'm not a member....I don't own a treadle machine. This one isn't a treadle either. But, I'll have to keep an eye out for your shows!

vintagemotif 08-12-2011 07:07 PM


Originally Posted by Tinabug
Can anyone tell me if this machine is worth buying for $90 It's an Imperial the seller says early 1900s, I know nothing about this brand. I posted a photo on the Main page. I don't know how to post on this page it's not showing a browse for photo
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-144711-1.htm#3935226

It looks like someone took different items to make a complete unit. In all my wandering on the net, I have never seen this type of Singer cabinet with this type of Singer straight-leg treadle. And the machine isn't that vintage of a Singer 15s, most likely one that is made in Japan or India.

If you want a straight-leg treadle, then see if you could pick up this for lots less. The cabinet looks like work, and the machine could be great-excellent for free-motion quilting. If you already own a Singer 15, then forget the machine.

I own a Singer straight-leg like this one (metal sides) ( there are metal side legs and the older wooden legs) that is very noisy if not on carpet and not situated in just the correct area of the floor.

My suggestion is to only go after this straight-leg treadle, if you really must have a straight-leg cabinet today, otherwise wait for a free one to show up or wait until a wooden straight-leg shows up.

Tinabug 08-12-2011 07:14 PM

I am really getting an education on old Singers. Thank you so much, I value all the input.


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