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    Old 02-05-2011, 07:53 AM
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    Originally Posted by BoJangles
    Originally Posted by BZ quilting
    Can anyone tell me about this machine?

    Sorry, cannot seem to attach photo.
    BZ quilting if this is the machine that says Shapleigh on the head - it has to be a pre 1900 machine. The Shapleigh Hardware Store was founded in 1843 and stayed that until 1900 when Mr. Shapleigh retired. The Store was then renamed the Novell-Shapleigh Hardware Store. They made lots of things including sewing machines. Anyway, if your machine is in fact a Shapleigh -- it is very vintage. Also, if the machine is a true Shapleigh, it has to be a treadle or hand crank.

    I'd like to see better pictures up close. I never heard of this company. If the machine is an original Shapleigh it is not a clone.

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    I'll try to post more pictures.
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    Old 02-05-2011, 08:18 AM
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    Originally Posted by BZ quilting
    Originally Posted by BoJangles
    Originally Posted by BZ quilting
    Can anyone tell me about this machine?

    Sorry, cannot seem to attach photo.
    BZ quilting if this is the machine that says Shapleigh on the head - it has to be a pre 1900 machine. The Shapleigh Hardware Store was founded in 1843 and stayed that until 1900 when Mr. Shapleigh retired. The Store was then renamed the Novell-Shapleigh Hardware Store. They made lots of things including sewing machines. Anyway, if your machine is in fact a Shapleigh -- it is very vintage. Also, if the machine is a true Shapleigh, it has to be a treadle or hand crank.

    I'd like to see better pictures up close. I never heard of this company. If the machine is an original Shapleigh it is not a clone.

    Nancy
    I'll try to post more pictures.
    Geeze, I love that machine! Gorgeous! What a lucky find!

    Nancy
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    Old 02-05-2011, 08:19 AM
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    Originally Posted by Donna Mare
    Cleaning the outside of sewing machine..
    I read last week about things to clean with. I hope I remember the right kind.. Black Magic, Wet Shine... Spray Detailer
    I have the memory of a pea.. they special ordered for me. ????????? anyone have a clue? I am clueless!
    Donna, clean with Goop or GoJo non pumice! Or just get some Blue Magic TR3 Resin Glaze! Billy has a tutorial for cleaning on here if you do a search. You can use Liquid Gold also on the cabinet and machine to shine them up.

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    Old 02-05-2011, 08:43 AM
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    This little Damascus needs rescuing.
    http://wichita.craigslist.org/atq/2197740275.html
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    Old 02-05-2011, 09:23 AM
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    Poor little thing does need a good home!

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    Old 02-05-2011, 10:52 AM
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    http://neworleans.craigslist.org/gms/2195346056.html

    Was looking for sewing machines on craigslist and found this. There are two machines in the list. This is the way to have a garage sale. Thought ya'll might enjoy.
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    Old 02-05-2011, 10:59 AM
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    Originally Posted by Grandmother23
    http://neworleans.craigslist.org/gms/2195346056.html

    Was looking for sewing machines on craigslist and found this. There are two machines in the list. This is the way to have a garage sale. Thought ya'll might enjoy.
    Quite the sense of humor!
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    Old 02-05-2011, 11:00 AM
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    Originally Posted by Grandmother23
    http://neworleans.craigslist.org/gms/2195346056.html

    Was looking for sewing machines on craigslist and found this. There are two machines in the list. This is the way to have a garage sale. Thought ya'll might enjoy.
    What a hoot! I want to go just to meet the guy! :lol:
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    Old 02-05-2011, 11:04 AM
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    Originally Posted by Grandmother23
    http://neworleans.craigslist.org/gms/2195346056.html

    Was looking for sewing machines on craigslist and found this. There are two machines in the list. This is the way to have a garage sale. Thought ya'll might enjoy.
    I love his ad. I might even coin part of it, especially the part about the early arrivers. :thumbup:
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    Old 02-05-2011, 11:12 AM
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    Originally Posted by Grandmother23
    http://neworleans.craigslist.org/gms/2195346056.html

    Was looking for sewing machines on craigslist and found this. There are two machines in the list. This is the way to have a garage sale. Thought ya'll might enjoy.
    I sent my BIL/SIL over to the sale to get the safe for me. They are in Slidell so it is just across the pond from them. I told Gary to call about the sewing machines if they still have them I know the safe is still there.

    But your right the guy sounds like a hoot and a half!

    Billy
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