Vintage Sewing Machine Shop.....Come on in and sit a spell
#5371
Originally Posted by sueisallaboutquilts
Originally Posted by Miz Johnny
Looks like it has a motor boss and would make a fine hand crank. I'm with Billy; I don't much care for a machine with a tail.
I want to keep it. I'm just getting into vintage machines and treadles are a way off for me :D
#5372
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Location: MO
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What are they--there's always a chance one of us has a manual!!
I have a Eldredge B (pictured page 150) and Minesota Model D (pictured page 187) Thanks for any help you can give me.
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Originally Posted by Miz Johnny
Originally Posted by BZ quilting
Unfortunately neither of mine is a singer and I doubt I can find manuals for them. they are both very old
#5373
Originally Posted by BZ quilting
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What are they--there's always a chance one of us has a manual!!
I have a Eldredge B (pictured page 150) and Minesota Model D (pictured page 187) Thanks for any help you can give me.
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Originally Posted by Miz Johnny
Originally Posted by BZ quilting
Unfortunately neither of mine is a singer and I doubt I can find manuals for them. they are both very old
#5374
Originally Posted by BZ quilting
Nancy I love your machine, the shuttle machines intimidate me, I have 2 and don't understand how to thread the bobbin or just how to make them work.
Could someone tell me how you clean the bottom iron legs to make them look nice and black?
Could someone tell me how you clean the bottom iron legs to make them look nice and black?
Nancy
#5375
Originally Posted by sueisallaboutquilts
And is everything looking pretty good, besides the fact that it needs a good cleaning??
My DH said he'll help me do Billy's cleaning method. I'm terrified of taking it apart!! :D
OH- I need a new belt. It turns but the belt is bad.
My DH said he'll help me do Billy's cleaning method. I'm terrified of taking it apart!! :D
OH- I need a new belt. It turns but the belt is bad.
Your Redeye looks very nice! Congratulations on your find! I am still looking for a Redeye, but I want a treadle!
Nancy
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Thanks Miz Johnny, I appreciate any help.
#5377
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Originally Posted by BoJangles
Originally Posted by BZ quilting
Nancy I love your machine, the shuttle machines intimidate me, I have 2 and don't understand how to thread the bobbin or just how to make them work.
Could someone tell me how you clean the bottom iron legs to make them look nice and black?
Could someone tell me how you clean the bottom iron legs to make them look nice and black?
Nancy
#5378
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Location: Saugus, MA
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Originally Posted by BoJangles
Howard here is my Model 127 1913 Sphinx treadle.
Billy, Miz Johnny, as far as I can tell, the only difference in these two machines is where the bobbin winder is located. Correct?
Nancy
Billy, Miz Johnny, as far as I can tell, the only difference in these two machines is where the bobbin winder is located. Correct?
Nancy
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Did I read someplace that the Kenmore used to be the Minnesota? Maybe I'm hallucinating. LOL Also, another question: Is :shuttle" another word for bobbin ? Is it shaped like a bullet ? I have one like that now and I remember my mother's treadle machine had one also. Wish I had that treadle now . Also had a "Victrola " , anyone remember those ? Careful now your're going to be showing your age LOL
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Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
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Nancy,
I cannot believe how you made that machine and cabinet look so nice. It is awesome. My treadles and FW are not nearly in that bad of shape, but you and Billy inspire me to try to clean mine. I'll try to gather some courage and follow Billy's tutes. Now I have to decide which one to use as practice.
I cannot believe how you made that machine and cabinet look so nice. It is awesome. My treadles and FW are not nearly in that bad of shape, but you and Billy inspire me to try to clean mine. I'll try to gather some courage and follow Billy's tutes. Now I have to decide which one to use as practice.
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