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    Old 08-09-2011, 07:19 PM
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    I would like to introduce you to "Miss Lizzy" She is a 101 year old Franklin Treadle Machine. I just got her today she is in rough shape but with a little tlc she will just fine.


    Beverly

    this is her home
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    this is a closer up of her
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    Old 08-09-2011, 07:21 PM
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    wow, have fun restoring her
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    Old 08-09-2011, 07:25 PM
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    Her cabinet is beautiful they will both look great with a little tlc. Congrats
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    Old 08-09-2011, 07:30 PM
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    Lucky you. I love Ms Lizzy
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    Old 08-09-2011, 07:36 PM
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    Congrats on your new baby. Have fun with her.
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    Old 08-09-2011, 07:39 PM
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    I sure do like the looks of Ms Lizzy. Cabinet is going to be beautiful when restored. The nice length of arm should make her great for quilting.
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    Old 08-09-2011, 07:40 PM
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    Wow! Yours came with a set of hands! What a deal? Do they sew too?
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    Old 08-09-2011, 07:51 PM
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    What a beautiful cabinet!!!
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    Old 08-09-2011, 07:52 PM
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    Such a pretty thing!
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    Old 08-09-2011, 08:14 PM
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    Originally Posted by NanaCsews2
    Wow! Yours came with a set of hands! What a deal? Do they sew too?
    LMBO I was going to say I didn't know they sold a model with an extra set of hands :shock: :lol: :lol:

    Miss Lizzy is a beautiful machine :D:D:D
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