When I got my FW about five months ago the case was very musty smelling as well. I lined the bottom with a couple of bounce sheets. I also had saved some of the little packages that come in shoes and other items that we buy. I'm told they are to keep things dry. I am not sure why I thought I needed to save them but I am glad that I did. But I put a couple of them in the case as well. The musty smell is pretty much gone.

Congrats!!!!!!!! A small dish of kitty litter in the case will take care of that musty smell for you. Its a beauty.

I found mine in a antique shop here in my little town, and i was very very happy to find one. but it did cost me more than $45.00. It cost me $189.00 which i believe it is still a good buy. So I am happy for you. Happy sewing I'll post pictures when i get it.

C * O * N * G * R * A * T * U * L * A * T * I * O * N * S

I guess i am strange I have a white one and never use it. To darn small for me. It just sits in a case inside an old sewing machine cabinet. I also have a Baby Lock Quilters Pro that I have never used. Shame on me. I am stuck on Viking.

WOW!! Would love to find one like that. What a deal.. Looks like never used. Soooo happy for you.

WOW, you really did good girl. It likes like it's never been used and you're going to just love it. I've had mine for a few weeks and it's the best little machine I've ever owned, even after the problems in the beginning.

Forgot to mention that you can put fabric softener sheets in the case and close it and change when needed. Mine smelled like it had been in a barn but the sheets are helping. I also stuck it out in the sun for a few days.

Lucky you My mother paid 130 for hers

you lucky person, you. Congrats.

Congratulations!! It looks brand new!

congrats!!! I'm still looking for one
1 maybe you could pray for me too!

Great deal - what a beauty

Woo hoo! Lucky you! What a score!

Really great you got it. It would be interesting to learn how old it is. I have now got 6 feather weights -- had a 1950's growing up. Have one purchased at a recent sale that I now discovered was from England. Your's is adorable, wonder when it was produced -- seems from my machine from England, it must be from the USA

When I got my featherweight the case smelled musty too, I was told to put in a handful of dryer sheets and let it closed for about a week, then take them out and put the case in strong sun for a couple days. It worked for mine. congratulations on getting this little jewel. They are rare and you found real bargain.

Boy what a find!! You are so lucky to get a white featherweight machine. In Northern Minnesota where I live you pay A LOT MORE.
Happy Sewing!!
Katlady

quilter41 I sent you a PM (Private Message)

So glad you were lucky, I have been trading some of my stuff for sewing machines but the only bad thing is I cannot find a book or instructions to any of them. Have been on line over and hour looking for a manual for New Home Designs machine by Janome Manufacturing company and can't find anything. I asked where the model number would be on it as I have looked it over and found nothing but a 951 on it but no manuals and none of the machines looks like this one neither. I am so proud you have that beauty. I hope I run across something like that before long.

I was telling my quilting bee about you and your machine this morning. They will love it when I tell them you got it for only 45 dollars. We all would love a Featherweight. Sure wish I could happen on to one like you did. Just don't see it happening. But guess I can always dream. So glad you got yours .

Wow what a wonderful find. Great item, thank goodness you son found it.

She is so pretty. Have fun.

will that safegaurd soap work on all musty stuff i would like to try some in my christmas decorations.

Sweet!

What a beautiful machine! Almost pristine condition. That is one great find.

Amazing!!! congrats, she is beautiful!!! You will enjoy, they stitch beautifully, $45.00? Really???? What a prize...

First of all, congratulations!!! I realize that is a totally awesome deal so I have a question.....how much is the most someone should pay for a featherweight?? I'm findng them on Ebay at over 2 & 300.00

Wow so happy for you! What a treasure.

CONGRATULATIONS

SHE IS BEAUTIFUL

The needle threads from right to left, not left to right. It won't pick up the bobbin thread or make a stitch. I service FWs as a business.
Sharon
221 Featherweight TLC

Wow !!! You got a treasure !! Enjoy !!

Featherweight price depends a lot on condition and where you live, plus whether it comes with a case, manual, attachments. Where I am, the typical run-of-the-mill featherweight sells for about $300. The one pictured, because of its condition and rarer style, would probably be put up for sale for $400 or more.

In some parts of the country they can be found at garage sales, etc. for $50-100 but that is becoming increasingly rare as more and more people realize their value.

Just have to say I have a friend that provides an excellent workshop (under $100) in Casa Grande, AZ on how to service and maintain Featherweights. Their website is www.featherweight221.com. Dave McCallum not only conducts the workshops, he has written a book AND has available a DVD that is far superior than anything out their on Featherweights. Take a look at the website.

Thank you so much for letting us know what happened. All weekend I was wondering if you would get it. It is a beautiful machine and I know you will love sewing on it. They just purr! I have a 221 black model and would love to find one like yours. Enjoy!!

Lucky you, I love mine

Wow!! That looks great.

Add me to the list of people who are green with envy :mrgreen:

Seriously, though, congratulations :thumbup: It looks like it's in great condition. I think your son deserves his favorite home cooked meal :D

I've heard that if you put a dryer sheet in the case that will help with the musty smell. Worth a try.

Have fun with your new toy. God bless.

You could also put it outside in the sun to get rid of the smell.