quilt addict

Has anyone seen replacement handles for the cases. Mine the leather is all worn off and it is wrapped with electrical tape. I would like to replace it. Maybe just take the handle to the cobbler and see if it can just be recovered.

Also, has anyone taken out the liner and replaced it to get rid of the mildew smell. I know it is caused by the old glue.

Katia

I just acquired another Featherweight and she is a beauty. I found her on Craigslist. The guy was asking only 180.00 so I took that much in, but when I got there I got brave and asked if that was the least he would take. He said 150.00 so I jumped on it. It is complete with the case but no extras. We met in a parking lot, so there was no way to test it, but it turned out to work quite well. It sounded sort of clunky at first but after a cleaning and oiling it works great. It is a Centennial Edition, 1951 birth.

So now I have three, a two tone green repaint and a black one, and now the newest youngster. The first two are 1936 and 37, I think. I do think they are like potato chips, just an not have one. My husband is so funny. He actually watches for them on CL and other places. When I found the last one I told him that I really didn't need another but he insisted I call the guy. He seems to appreciate the craftsmanship and the simplicity. I love that I can work on them pretty much all by myself.

Plus most of all, they are just so dang cute!

judymay

Do you know where I can get the red felt pad for the thread pad?

judyjudyjudy

to judymay -- re: the red felt disc ---the FW i got from a sewing machine repair man has a new one on it. you might go to a sewing machine repair shop to find one, or a singer store if there is one near you.

judymay

Thanks for the info. I'm going to JoAnn's tomorrow, I'll check with them, then I'll check my LQS. They have a repair man.

lovelyl

I purchase all my vintage parts from Guy Baker at:
www.sewingmachineparts.net
Very reputable, willing to talk to you on the phone also.
:thumbup:

judymay

Thanks I'll check it out.
Judy

cabbagepatchkid

I've seen them on eBay, also. It's good to have extras just in case one gets sucked up your vacuum hose...:roll:

Ga Gigi

Ruby is a beauty!

Doreen

I just got back fron a quilt show. They had an extension bed for the featherweight. Check out their website www.sewverysmooth.com. I just ordered the tray and the guide. I hadn't seen the "bed" before.