Vintage Sewing Machine Shop.....Come on in and sit a spell
05-12-2011, 06:56 PM
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I have infant and toddler great grandchildren and to have that 128 come over on one of the little darlings would horrible. Miss Mamie will stay in her bentwood case on a heavy oak buffet.
05-12-2011, 07:50 PM
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Well, we had 100 degree temps for a couple days in a row...and now that we are going on our annual cub scout campout, it's going to be rainy and 50's the whole time. I hate it before I even go.
I guess it's my own fault. Since buying my big ole 66, I'd rather stay home and sew!
I hope there aren't 20 pages on here by the time we get back. It'll take me forever to wade through it.
This will be the first time we are taking a trip electronic free. It's going to be completely out of our normal schedule which could cause some disgruntled behavior out of #1 son....should be fun, no internet, no machine and disgruntled children, coupled with crappy weather. Don't you wish it were you going instead of me? lol.
I guess it's my own fault. Since buying my big ole 66, I'd rather stay home and sew!
I hope there aren't 20 pages on here by the time we get back. It'll take me forever to wade through it.
This will be the first time we are taking a trip electronic free. It's going to be completely out of our normal schedule which could cause some disgruntled behavior out of #1 son....should be fun, no internet, no machine and disgruntled children, coupled with crappy weather. Don't you wish it were you going instead of me? lol.
05-12-2011, 08:02 PM
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Today I was in a consignment shop and was just wandering through while DH tried on some clothing. I spotted a treadle machine. :) Wandered over to check it out and it would need some overhauling to get it running up to par again. Then I checked the price.... $189.00!!! Then, to my surprise....found that it is a red eye!!! WOW!!! Unfortunately I don't have the funds to afford it. :( If someone in Iowa is interested let me know and I can tell you where it is. :)
05-12-2011, 08:03 PM
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Went to a flea market last weekend and found a Kenmore Sew-by-color kit. Kit was missing the cord/zipper foot and cutting guide, but all rest is there, instruction cards are all in good shape and also had a instruction manual for a Kenmore model 48 in perfect condition. Couldn't pass it up for a $3 bill. Lee
05-13-2011, 04:53 AM
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Originally Posted by chergram
hi I see all the great buys you guys find i did not get that great a deal but bought my feather weigh 221 for 80 dollars at a pawn shop had to replace bobbin winder it was broke off get bobbin belt power cord and belt pulley and had it oiled and stitch it works great now but in the end it cost me 258.00 but have always wanted one and told my children after i had bought the machine that could be my mothers day preset so they had it fixec for me am very happy with it but want to buy some extra bobbins for it can someone tell me where to buy thanks
You can get FW supplies from this website. http://www.221parts.com/#
Also, I think maybe Sharon may sell/know where to get parts too as she services them (purplefiend here).
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05-13-2011, 04:55 AM
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Originally Posted by jtapp9
I have a 1918 singer 66 redeye that has had a motor put on it.
Is there much of a difference in the two 66's with that big of a time span?
Is there much of a difference in the two 66's with that big of a time span?
Nancy
05-13-2011, 04:59 AM
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Originally Posted by PJisChaos
OMGosh!! These were so very helpful, you have no idea how much trouble I have been having with winding a simple bobbin.
The tip she shows of winding it without going thru the arm thingy was amazing and just what I needed to get more than the right side loaded. LoL!
Actually started a cute little treadle wall hanging last night to break her in with, almost done with it and the sewing part is a breeze. Just dumb as all get out when it comes to the bobbin winding, reckon I am too spoiled with my other machines and how easy the bobbin winding is on them.
The tip she shows of winding it without going thru the arm thingy was amazing and just what I needed to get more than the right side loaded. LoL!
Actually started a cute little treadle wall hanging last night to break her in with, almost done with it and the sewing part is a breeze. Just dumb as all get out when it comes to the bobbin winding, reckon I am too spoiled with my other machines and how easy the bobbin winding is on them.
Nancy
05-13-2011, 05:08 AM
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Originally Posted by irishrose
No machine. It was the twin to my 128, but with a shiny finish instead of my blackside. Do 128s come with round bobbins? Mine has a shuttle, but the SA one didn't. Nice and clean and it seemed to move freely. I did buy a blonde cabinet for $1. Hope I can make it fit the 301. Did get a Pecan Cluster blizzard and took lunch to a young friend who had a 15 pound tumor removed from her breast. Apparently not malignant. Ouchy!!!
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05-13-2011, 05:12 AM
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Originally Posted by mom-6
Well, folks, the bug got me too!
My BFF and I went shopping yesterday and I found a Singer treadle machine that seems to be in fairly good shape. Needs a belt and some cleaning, but moves easily top and bottom.
According to the Singer website it is a model 15k manufactured in Scotland in December 1947.
My phone doesn't seem to be saving my pictures. It's still in the bed of my truck awaiting being moved to my sewing room so the pictures were kind of wonky anyway.
Any further info on this machine would be most welcome!
My BFF and I went shopping yesterday and I found a Singer treadle machine that seems to be in fairly good shape. Needs a belt and some cleaning, but moves easily top and bottom.
According to the Singer website it is a model 15k manufactured in Scotland in December 1947.
My phone doesn't seem to be saving my pictures. It's still in the bed of my truck awaiting being moved to my sewing room so the pictures were kind of wonky anyway.
Any further info on this machine would be most welcome!
Nancy
05-13-2011, 05:19 AM
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Originally Posted by MarieM
Advice Please: I currently have a Singer 66. I'm thinking of looking at a Singer 15-91. The ad says it is in "beautiful condition" and they are asking $125. I have a very small home and sewing area so if I got the 15, I'd probably try to sell the 66. What are the differences in these machines, is there anything I need to be aware of before I call/look at the 15?
Thanks for you feed back.
Marie
Thanks for you feed back.
Marie
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