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Nancy Gartenman Posted - Jul 01 2020 : 08:08:14 AM


This was from Richard's Aunts several years ago. I have it in my back entry way. The crocheted piece on top was made by a MJ farmgirl and sent to me. Gotta love those MJ GIRLS. The machine works and in the drawer there is a really nice wood box with parts in. The box itself is a keeper. I should have put that in the picture.
Very summer like here. Been reading a lot and also playing with paper. I have three hat boxes full of bits and pieces of all sorts, it fun to play with.
Hope you are all enjoying summer.

NANCY JO
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StitchinWitch Posted - Sep 09 2020 : 11:47:53 AM
Can you post a picture of the machine itself? If I can see what model it is I can tell you what needle to use. Most of the old Singers and many other brands use readily available needles.

Judith

7932
Happiness is Homemade
billy@5150 Posted - Sep 07 2020 : 9:46:58 PM
quote:
Originally posted by levisgrammy

Angie, don't be nervous. You can get new needles for them. I was able to get the belts and bobbins and stuff on ebay for mine. Just need to make sure you match whatever you need with your model type to make sure it fits. Have fun with it!

~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007
Thank you for the encouragement. I really need it
"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured."

"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett

"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105

http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/


levisgrammy Posted - Sep 06 2020 : 07:22:30 AM
Angie, don't be nervous. You can get new needles for them. I was able to get the belts and bobbins and stuff on ebay for mine. Just need to make sure you match whatever you need with your model type to make sure it fits. Have fun with it!

~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007

"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured."

"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett

"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105

http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
billy@5150 Posted - Sep 05 2020 : 10:30:34 PM
quote:
Originally posted by levisgrammy

Angie,
What does your bobbin look like? Is it round or what they call a bullet bobbin?
My treadle had a bullet bobbin and I didn't like it. Did yours come with a book?
If not you can download a book from the internet by putting in the model number which should be on the front part of your machine. Hope this helps.

~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007

"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured."

"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett

"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105

http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/


My machine has a round bobbin. Unfortunately it didn't come with a book. Got one printed out. Tried to use it the first time and broke my needle. Now I'm a little nervous to use the again.
levisgrammy Posted - Sep 05 2020 : 05:52:25 AM
Angie,
What does your bobbin look like? Is it round or what they call a bullet bobbin?
My treadle had a bullet bobbin and I didn't like it. Did yours come with a book?
If not you can download a book from the internet by putting in the model number which should be on the front part of your machine. Hope this helps.

~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007

"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured."

"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett

"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105

http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
billy@5150 Posted - Sep 04 2020 : 10:53:09 PM
quote:
Originally posted by levisgrammy

I have my mom's old Singer and I love to use it. Thinking about the things she made for us on it! The old ones are the best! They are well made and just need some TLC at times!

Angie, is your machine and electric or a treadle?

~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007

"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured."

"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett

"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105

http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/


My machine is a treadle.
MaryJanesNiece Posted - Sep 04 2020 : 1:52:59 PM
Oh Nancy my mom had one of those when I was growing up. It was black and she had it in our living room. I remember playing with the pedal as a kid. It was so beautiful. I believe my mom still has it. I’ll have to ask her. This really brought back memories.

Krista
levisgrammy Posted - Sep 02 2020 : 3:12:34 PM
I have my mom's old Singer and I love to use it. Thinking about the things she made for us on it! The old ones are the best! They are well made and just need some TLC at times!

Angie, is your machine and electric or a treadle?

~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007

"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured."

"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett

"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105

http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
billy@5150 Posted - Sep 02 2020 : 1:31:53 PM
Can anyone give pointers on how to start using an old singer sewing machine? My husband bought me one for our anniversary. I have no clue how to use it.
katmom Posted - Aug 13 2020 : 11:39:08 AM
I am in such good company,,, with the likes of Quiltee, Texadane, StitchnWitch and others... we luv our our oldies,,, and their history...

>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!

www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com

Nancy Gartenman Posted - Aug 13 2020 : 04:29:16 AM
Kat if anyone knows about sewing machines its you!!
Andrea, by all means fix up your sewing machine, sometimes a good furniture polish and something pretty to cover up the bad spots until it can be refinished might work.

NANCY JO
katmom Posted - Aug 12 2020 : 4:19:19 PM
Love a sweet old sewing machine... how can you not...

>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!

www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com

AndreaPA Posted - Aug 12 2020 : 10:57:16 AM
That looks beautiful! You have inspired me. I have an old sewing machine stored because the top is peeling and needs to be replaced. I think it's time to refurbish!

Andrea
Farmgirl# 8166
Red Tractor Girl Posted - Jul 09 2020 : 06:03:08 AM
Nancy, what a wonderful antique sewing machine! My Grandmother had one that looks very similar. I sure wish I had it today because I would love to learn how to sew on a treadle machine.

Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
FGOTM- October 2018
StitchinWitch Posted - Jul 07 2020 : 11:25:54 PM
Me too. Those old machines live forever and work well.

Judith

7932
Happiness is Homemade
katmom Posted - Jul 07 2020 : 7:52:07 PM
Luv those ol' sweet machines...

>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!

www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com

levisgrammy Posted - Jul 01 2020 : 9:18:45 PM
I had an old treadle but it had a box cover instead of the fold down top. It always worked and now my daughter has it.

~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007

"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett

"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105

http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
StitchinWitch Posted - Jul 01 2020 : 6:55:19 PM
I love the old sewing machines. That plant on top looks nice and healthy. Make sure the pot doesn't leak - I have two treadle machines with water rings on top because they were perfect places to put plants (before I got them).

Judith

7932
Happiness is Homemade
Nancy Gartenman Posted - Jul 01 2020 : 09:06:58 AM
Thank you Sara. Guess I love playing house.

NANCY JO
YellowRose Posted - Jul 01 2020 : 08:53:57 AM
Nice vintage sewing machine. Nancy Jo, I always enjoy seeing how you group items together. Very pretty.

Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015. & Feb 2019

Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.


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