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.

Thursday, September 01, 2016

Singer 603E Needle Plate

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Yesterday, I broke out a really nice 603E that I haven’t used in a long time.  I oiled it up and was running it in and it was humming ...
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Tuesday, August 16, 2016

Bernette MO-234 Serger

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The other day, a friend gifted me with a Bernette MO-234 Serger.  She said it had just quit working and was making a "funny nois...
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Saturday, August 13, 2016

Unusual Singer Featherweight

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A friend picked up a Singer Featherweight at an antique shop (first mistake).  The seller told her it had been recently serviced and ...
Monday, June 27, 2016

Singer 403 and Fitbit Bracelet

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I am always looking for small (quick) projects to exercise my vintage machines.  I have so many that they seldom get used and, like...
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Tuesday, January 19, 2016

Singer 500a Will Not Form Zig Zag Stitch

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To keep all my old sewing machines limber, I like to take them off the shelf occasionally and use them on a project.  I really...
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Saturday, January 09, 2016

Re-Wiring a Vintage Sewing Machine Foot Control

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You bought a new foot control and want to connect it to your current cord; you bought a new cord and need to connect it to your current f...
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