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Old 02-05-2011, 07:53 AM
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Can anyone tell me about this machine?

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BZ quilting if this is the machine that says Shapleigh on the head - it has to be a pre 1900 machine. The Shapleigh Hardware Store was founded in 1843 and stayed that until 1900 when Mr. Shapleigh retired. The Store was then renamed the Novell-Shapleigh Hardware Store. They made lots of things including sewing machines. Anyway, if your machine is in fact a Shapleigh -- it is very vintage. Also, if the machine is a true Shapleigh, it has to be a treadle or hand crank.

I'd like to see better pictures up close. I never heard of this company. If the machine is an original Shapleigh it is not a clone.

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I'll try to post more pictures.
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Old 02-05-2011, 08:18 AM
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Originally Posted by BZ quilting
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Can anyone tell me about this machine?

Sorry, cannot seem to attach photo.
BZ quilting if this is the machine that says Shapleigh on the head - it has to be a pre 1900 machine. The Shapleigh Hardware Store was founded in 1843 and stayed that until 1900 when Mr. Shapleigh retired. The Store was then renamed the Novell-Shapleigh Hardware Store. They made lots of things including sewing machines. Anyway, if your machine is in fact a Shapleigh -- it is very vintage. Also, if the machine is a true Shapleigh, it has to be a treadle or hand crank.

I'd like to see better pictures up close. I never heard of this company. If the machine is an original Shapleigh it is not a clone.

Nancy
I'll try to post more pictures.
Geeze, I love that machine! Gorgeous! What a lucky find!

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Old 02-05-2011, 08:19 AM
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Originally Posted by Donna Mare
Cleaning the outside of sewing machine..
I read last week about things to clean with. I hope I remember the right kind.. Black Magic, Wet Shine... Spray Detailer
I have the memory of a pea.. they special ordered for me. ????????? anyone have a clue? I am clueless!
Donna, clean with Goop or GoJo non pumice! Or just get some Blue Magic TR3 Resin Glaze! Billy has a tutorial for cleaning on here if you do a search. You can use Liquid Gold also on the cabinet and machine to shine them up.

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Old 02-05-2011, 08:43 AM
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This little Damascus needs rescuing.
http://wichita.craigslist.org/atq/2197740275.html
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Old 02-05-2011, 09:23 AM
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Poor little thing does need a good home!

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Old 02-05-2011, 10:52 AM
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http://neworleans.craigslist.org/gms/2195346056.html

Was looking for sewing machines on craigslist and found this. There are two machines in the list. This is the way to have a garage sale. Thought ya'll might enjoy.
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Old 02-05-2011, 10:59 AM
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http://neworleans.craigslist.org/gms/2195346056.html

Was looking for sewing machines on craigslist and found this. There are two machines in the list. This is the way to have a garage sale. Thought ya'll might enjoy.
Quite the sense of humor!
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Old 02-05-2011, 11:00 AM
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Originally Posted by Grandmother23
http://neworleans.craigslist.org/gms/2195346056.html

Was looking for sewing machines on craigslist and found this. There are two machines in the list. This is the way to have a garage sale. Thought ya'll might enjoy.
What a hoot! I want to go just to meet the guy! :lol:
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Old 02-05-2011, 11:04 AM
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Originally Posted by Grandmother23
http://neworleans.craigslist.org/gms/2195346056.html

Was looking for sewing machines on craigslist and found this. There are two machines in the list. This is the way to have a garage sale. Thought ya'll might enjoy.
I love his ad. I might even coin part of it, especially the part about the early arrivers. :thumbup:
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Originally Posted by Grandmother23
http://neworleans.craigslist.org/gms/2195346056.html

Was looking for sewing machines on craigslist and found this. There are two machines in the list. This is the way to have a garage sale. Thought ya'll might enjoy.
I sent my BIL/SIL over to the sale to get the safe for me. They are in Slidell so it is just across the pond from them. I told Gary to call about the sewing machines if they still have them I know the safe is still there.

But your right the guy sounds like a hoot and a half!

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