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    Old 04-08-2013, 06:30 AM
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    Originally Posted by nurseknitsLaura
    The water slide decals sold for china ( ceramic) work on machines. (auction site) You just have to clear coat or shellac over them and they come in hundreds of designs for cheep. I put poppies on a machine that I badged the Californian. Laura
    Laura, I would also like to know where I can get some Water Slide Decals too. Can you post a link? I have a repaint job that I am going to start here soon and want to know my options. Also, can you post a picture of your finished Californian? I would be very interested in seeing it.
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    Old 04-08-2013, 01:38 PM
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    Hi Judy, your machine dates to 1901 and looks exactly like my model 27 machine from 1896 - I have a sphynx machine as well it's easy to get a manual from the Singer website or you can PM me and I might be able to find the copy I have to email to you. I've only just got mine as well but have done a fair bit of research ... and cleaning!!
    Originally Posted by Granny Judy
    just joined after doing research on my recent purchase of the Singer Treadle this week end. The Serial Number is pretty worn but I believe it says.. L10201159. Everything moves well, just needs a good cleaning and the belt put on as it sat in a shop for years and the belt was removed. Has a full set of accessories and Feet.

    I was hoping you could tell me something about it... It has the Phoenix decal.. Thank you.
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    Old 04-08-2013, 03:03 PM
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    Originally Posted by grant15clone
    Laura, I would also like to know where I can get some Water Slide Decals too. Can you post a link? I have a repaint job that I am going to start here soon and want to know my options. Also, can you post a picture of your finished Californian? I would be very interested in seeing it.
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    I got mine from this seller:http://www.ebay.com/sch/dream77catch...p2047675.l2562
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    Old 04-08-2013, 03:12 PM
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    Here's the californian....laura
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    Old 04-08-2013, 03:33 PM
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    Laura, the California is very nice and I like the decals. Nice work
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    Old 04-08-2013, 04:01 PM
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    another ebay seller for decals is this one

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    Old 04-08-2013, 04:37 PM
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    Originally Posted by Glenn
    Laura, the California is very nice and I like the decals. Nice work
    Thanks! It looks better in the photo- in person you can see the edges of the decals. Next time I will be more persnickety cutting out the decals. I've practiced on a couple of painted tins from mints or whatever since i did the machine. I should have practiced before I did the machine. But i let my enthusiasm take control. I used your technique for repairing shellac/clearcoat to cover the decals, and i put three layers. I think six coatswould be better. Live and learn. Laura
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    Old 04-08-2013, 04:43 PM
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    my shop was invaded by DGKs today
    http://www.quiltingboard.com/persona...180946-11.html

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    Old 04-08-2013, 04:51 PM
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    Laura, your California machine makes me smile!!!

    Does anyone know where I can get some class 12x1 needles? I have found out that they are what I need for my Gritzner Durlach hand crank. I'm dieing to try it out.

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    Old 04-08-2013, 05:04 PM
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    Originally Posted by Miz Johnny
    Thanks, frudemoo!! The help section tells how to upload pics, if you're having trouble with that.
    I'm only having trouble because it's not working... but that's very sweet of you
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