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    Old 10-07-2011, 09:33 AM
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    I am so blessed to have this very special Singer. It was my grandmother's. It didn't have a motor originally, so my grandpa bought a motor from grainger and installed it. Worked like a charm the last time anyone tried it, which was probably 40 years ago (LOL). My mom got the machine from my grandmother, and I always knew it would be mine someday, since my sister doesn't sew. Mother died some 20 years ago and all her stuff stayed in the house with daddy. He passed away last spring, and we're just now sorting through everything. I am so proud of this machine. DH is in the process of cleaning it up, although it didn't look too bad considering the age. BTW, you should have seen the condition of the belts and the electric cord--bad, really bad. Another job for DH.

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    Singer machine
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    Old 10-07-2011, 09:34 AM
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    Beautiful machine!!
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    Old 10-07-2011, 09:36 AM
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    Sorry to hear of your fathers passing. I think you are very lucky to get your GGmothers sewing machine. I wish I could have had my grandmothers treadle..
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    Old 10-07-2011, 09:36 AM
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    Not only is it beautiful, you have a treasure from your mother and grandmother. Enjoy!!
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    Old 10-07-2011, 09:37 AM
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    What a beautiful legacy. I have my great grandmother's treadle machine, and it is something I will treasure forever.
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    Old 10-07-2011, 09:38 AM
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    She is a beauty. You are so lucky to have her.
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    Old 10-07-2011, 09:40 AM
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    Originally Posted by jmabby
    Not only is it beautiful, you have a treasure from your mother and grandmother. Enjoy!!
    Ditto. Hope that every time that you sit at your beautiful machine, wonderful warm and loving memories surround you.
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    Old 10-07-2011, 09:42 AM
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    Beautiful machine and what a treasure to have been gifted.
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    Old 10-07-2011, 09:47 AM
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    What a treasure, especially considering the history. She looks pretty good for her age. Will she be named for your mother or your grandmother?
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    What a gorgeous Redeye. It is in exquisite condition.
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