I picked up this $20 Treadle yesterday for my Daughter...

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07-05-2013, 11:59 AM

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Carol34446

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Originally Posted by purplefiend

Lots of people think if its old, it can't be any good. Not very many people sew anymore, so old sewing machines have no value; its just taking up space.
Sharon

Except to us with the addiction, which I got this last year. Oh well, could be booze or smokes (like DH).

07-05-2013, 01:51 PM

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mighty

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Awesome!!!!!

07-05-2013, 03:29 PM

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quiltsRfun

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Great find! I love that cabinet. With a little TLC it'll be a beautiful piece of furniture.

07-05-2013, 04:41 PM

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callen

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She sure is a beauty & that cabinet is gorgeous & I am sure it will be restored to it's former glory.

07-05-2013, 05:10 PM

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Wanabee Quiltin

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What a beautiful machine ! Love the cabinet too.

07-06-2013, 09:43 AM

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tuckyquilter

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What a beauty! Thanks for the photo's, and the memories... it took me back to my childhood, pumping that treadle while grandma was showing me how to sew. Guess she did ok, as I'm still at it today.