Vintage Sewing Machine Shop.....Come on in and sit a spell
09-27-2012, 01:45 AM
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Miriam, It takes a lot of time to compile that information. First you have to google and hunt for what looks good, easy to follow, and then you have to spend the time linking or uploading to this site.
And if you make your own tutorial that also take a lot of time, but well worth it! It is nice to be able to share what we discover or learn to the QB. Not everyone finds the same information; so, this type of sharing can benefit many.
My best suggestion is to first google and search, and then if you can't figure it out ask. One would be surprised at what one learns from googling and researching.
And if you make your own tutorial that also take a lot of time, but well worth it! It is nice to be able to share what we discover or learn to the QB. Not everyone finds the same information; so, this type of sharing can benefit many.
My best suggestion is to first google and search, and then if you can't figure it out ask. One would be surprised at what one learns from googling and researching.
09-27-2012, 04:50 AM
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Thank you Cathy, I will call you if I can make it your way soon!
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09-27-2012, 04:59 AM
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Everyone on here has the same vintage sewing machine bug - we love the old machines.
Nancy
09-27-2012, 06:29 AM
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Didn't find much in the way of sewing stuff on my weekend in the big city, just a 66 that stayed where it was. A little too rich for my blood at the thrift store. But, I did get a picture because it was a blackside machine. Someone had stripped off the motor, and the case had been painted over or something. I did pick up a couple of queen sized bedskirts cheap (yay!) and went a little crazy at Quilter's Stash in Hurst. Nice guy taking care of the store, chatty and friendly atmosphere.
Oh...and whatever you do don't mention the people next door to them. Apparently they hate each other lol! MAJOR rivalry...i'm not a fan of their neighbor either, even though they're the local dealer for my new modern machines.
09-27-2012, 10:48 AM
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Thanks vintagemotif! What a brilliant idea. So simple and I bet it will help me with that smooth tube. I did try sanding the tube which helped a bit but the rubber band idea is SO much better. I'll probably get a chance to try it today.
09-27-2012, 02:45 PM
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09-27-2012, 03:01 PM
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09-27-2012, 03:34 PM
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Well, today was a banner day for sewing machines, and accessories.
First I picked up a used simple cabinet that should fit a wide base Singer such as the 401 or similar. It will need some fixing and refinishing, but that's not a problem. I got lots of glue.
Second, I picked up a 15-91, allotment date of 12-29-36. It's complete but roughish, a wee bit of rust and the wiring is a disaster, but it turns freely, so it's a viable machine. I got it cheep so now I have a patient to do a potted motor rewire with. It's been rewired in the 50s with the horrid latex covered aluminum wire. Oh how I hate that crap! The bobbin case is an original Singer case with "Simanco" and the part number on the inside. Never seen one like that before. So this one will be a fun machine to play with.
Third,
..... 
I got me a 66-1, allotment date of 6-12-13, with the back clamp feet. It's a red eye of course and it's missing it's slide plate ... of course, but it's free and spins easily. So I'll have it sewing tonight .... well maybe tomorrow.
I've been looking for one of these to go with the set of back clamp attachments I got some time back from my LSMG.
Also got a good solid machine case for free. It was wrapped around the 66-1.
I'll have pics of all this later.
Joe
First I picked up a used simple cabinet that should fit a wide base Singer such as the 401 or similar. It will need some fixing and refinishing, but that's not a problem. I got lots of glue.
Second, I picked up a 15-91, allotment date of 12-29-36. It's complete but roughish, a wee bit of rust and the wiring is a disaster, but it turns freely, so it's a viable machine. I got it cheep so now I have a patient to do a potted motor rewire with. It's been rewired in the 50s with the horrid latex covered aluminum wire. Oh how I hate that crap! The bobbin case is an original Singer case with "Simanco" and the part number on the inside. Never seen one like that before. So this one will be a fun machine to play with.
Third,
..... I got me a 66-1, allotment date of 6-12-13, with the back clamp feet. It's a red eye of course and it's missing it's slide plate ... of course, but it's free and spins easily. So I'll have it sewing tonight .... well maybe tomorrow.I've been looking for one of these to go with the set of back clamp attachments I got some time back from my LSMG.
Also got a good solid machine case for free. It was wrapped around the 66-1.
I'll have pics of all this later.
Joe
09-27-2012, 03:50 PM
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Well, today was a banner day for sewing machines, and accessories.
First I picked up a used simple cabinet that should fit a wide base Singer such as the 401 or similar. It will need some fixing and refinishing, but that's not a problem. I got lots of glue.
Second, I picked up a 15-91, allotment date of 12-29-36. It's complete but roughish, a wee bit of rust and the wiring is a disaster, but it turns freely, so it's a viable machine. I got it cheep so now I have a patient to do a potted motor rewire with. It's been rewired in the 50s with the horrid latex covered aluminum wire. Oh how I hate that crap! The bobbin case is an original Singer case with "Simanco" and the part number on the inside. Never seen one like that before. So this one will be a fun machine to play with.
Third, ..... I got me a 66-1, allotment date of 6-12-13, with the back clamp feet. It's a red eye of course and it's missing it's slide plate ... of course, but it's free and spins easily. So I'll have it sewing tonight .... well maybe tomorrow.
I've been looking for one of these to go with the set of back clamp attachments I got some time back from my LSMG.
Also got a good solid machine case for free. It was wrapped around the 66-1.
I'll have pics of all this later.
Joe
First I picked up a used simple cabinet that should fit a wide base Singer such as the 401 or similar. It will need some fixing and refinishing, but that's not a problem. I got lots of glue.
Second, I picked up a 15-91, allotment date of 12-29-36. It's complete but roughish, a wee bit of rust and the wiring is a disaster, but it turns freely, so it's a viable machine. I got it cheep so now I have a patient to do a potted motor rewire with. It's been rewired in the 50s with the horrid latex covered aluminum wire. Oh how I hate that crap! The bobbin case is an original Singer case with "Simanco" and the part number on the inside. Never seen one like that before. So this one will be a fun machine to play with.
Third,
..... I got me a 66-1, allotment date of 6-12-13, with the back clamp feet. It's a red eye of course and it's missing it's slide plate ... of course, but it's free and spins easily. So I'll have it sewing tonight .... well maybe tomorrow.I've been looking for one of these to go with the set of back clamp attachments I got some time back from my LSMG.
Also got a good solid machine case for free. It was wrapped around the 66-1.
I'll have pics of all this later.
Joe
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09-27-2012, 04:23 PM
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So Jen you are not talking about the shelf/extension that goes over the free arm - you are talking about an actual table/cabinet?
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