Vintage Sewing Machine Shop.....Come on in and sit a spell
12-21-2012, 11:18 AM
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I collected my aluminium 201k on Wednesday and spent today cleaning it up. It was lovely to be able to pick it up and turn it round with one hand as I was working on it. It is so much lighter than my standard 201k. It stitches beautifully and I think it is well on the way to becoming my favourite vintage machine. I took the motor off because the cord was missing and I've popped on a crank for now and after Christmas I will put it in a treadle.
The little table that came with it (pictured a few pages ago) will be a project for the summer.
Clare
The little table that came with it (pictured a few pages ago) will be a project for the summer.
Clare
12-21-2012, 01:48 PM
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I have my sewing room back...the kids are cozy in their new apartment! 
I really want the holidays to be done with now so that I can sit down and sew! 
I have a new grandbaby due August 9th, and need to get sewing!
I really want the holidays to be done with now so that I can sit down and sew! I have a new grandbaby due August 9th, and need to get sewing!
12-21-2012, 03:48 PM
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of course. I'm glad to.
For items that just need the finish "buffed" i would recommend "flitz" i learned about it when i was the assistant mgr at a marie callendars. They used it to polish the copper salad station. It is remarkably safe for humans (in theory)
also, i really suggest folks try the white paste type toothpaste. It is a ultra-mild abrasive and it is really safe to use. (try it on an old penny or jewelry, you'll be amazed.)
the polishing compounds that i currently use are made by formax. Not for regular home use. I wear a full respirator when using it and wash the parts throughout when done.
My armor students always get the "monkey doing a math problem" look when i use it. Folks just cant get over how fast it puts a shine on, even when you are watching it happen.
For items that just need the finish "buffed" i would recommend "flitz" i learned about it when i was the assistant mgr at a marie callendars. They used it to polish the copper salad station. It is remarkably safe for humans (in theory)
also, i really suggest folks try the white paste type toothpaste. It is a ultra-mild abrasive and it is really safe to use. (try it on an old penny or jewelry, you'll be amazed.)
the polishing compounds that i currently use are made by formax. Not for regular home use. I wear a full respirator when using it and wash the parts throughout when done.
My armor students always get the "monkey doing a math problem" look when i use it. Folks just cant get over how fast it puts a shine on, even when you are watching it happen.
12-21-2012, 03:55 PM
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anytime i overhear someone saying that they need to have the wedding/class/whatever ring polished, I advise them not to because you do lose material in that process (that the jewelers actually DO collect) then I'll ask if i can borrow it for a few moments, grab my special "NEVER use this on people" toothbrush and disappear into the bathroom, 2 minutes later, shiny ring. (and minty fresh)
12-21-2012, 03:59 PM
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12-21-2012, 04:01 PM
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Grandbabies are the best - you get to send them home when they get on your nerves... I should have had them first... Congrats!!!
12-21-2012, 04:31 PM
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12-21-2012, 07:00 PM
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Charlee;
Congrats on the sewing room and the grandbaby.
Congrats on the sewing room and the grandbaby.
12-21-2012, 07:38 PM
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Thanks!! This will actually be #9...I have 8 ranging in age from 4 to 19...
12-21-2012, 07:41 PM
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Lucky you! I don't have any grandchildren yet - it might be awhile. And, congratulations on having a sewing room! I know I was going crazy during the four months I didn't have one. Happy sewing!
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