Vintage Sewing Machines

A large number of people have discovered the benefits of older sewing machines. Whether it's because they are simple enough to maintain and repair with common handtools, or strong enough to sew thicker fabrics without hesitation, or just because they are plentiful, cheap, and fun to collect. This site is dedicated to passing on information to make your experience more enjoyable.

Saturday, May 31, 2014

The No-Name Sewing Machine

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A lady dropped off a sewing machine last week. She said it didn't sew, she had tried to sell it and got no takers, so I could have it fo...
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Friday, May 23, 2014

Kenmore 1720

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  Last week, a lady called having a problem with her Kenmore Ultra Stitch 12.  When I went to pick it up, she had a second machine belonging...
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Saturday, May 10, 2014

Singer 29-4

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We had a community yard sale last weekend and I made a landfill contribution on Friday.  I now have a clear path to my 29-4 Shoe Patcher. ...
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Monday, April 21, 2014

Lower Tension Adjusting

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My Necchi Lelia was giving me some loose stitches yesterday.  Adjusting the upper tension and presser foot pressure had no effect, so I pul...
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Saturday, April 19, 2014

Spool Holders

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If you have a vintage Singer Touch & Sew, you probably have noticed that the spool holders have lost the foam pads that hold the thread ...
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Saturday, April 12, 2014

Foot Control

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Kathie and I took a day trip to Fredericksburg, Virginia today.  As usual, we hit all the fabric stores and quilt shops for Kathie and thrif...
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Saturday, April 05, 2014

The Big Shirt

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About a year ago, Kathie saw a Northcott Fabric Rep wearing a “Big Shirt” and immediately fell in love.  She bought the book and the fa...
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Sunday, March 16, 2014

Singer Circular Stitcher Instructions

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I had someone ask me today for instructions for the Singer Circular Stitcher.  I thought it would be an easy task but spent hours scour...
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Friday, March 14, 2014

Drowning in Feathers

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When we opened the quilt shop, I loaded up on Ebay Featherweights, planning to clean them up and sell them in the shop.  You know the rest o...
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