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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
3003 Posts |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9325 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9325 Posts |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9325 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9325 Posts |
 Posted - Aug 23 2008 : 12:23:52 PM
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Well, guess what? It's been I don't know how long since I got my treadle and today I brought it out and started cleaning 'er up. I have to go back and read this thread so I can find out what you all used to clean them with. But I am going to set time aside, now that my room additions are done and the house is mostly back to normal, and get to learning how to use this. I have to learn how to thread that bobbin and the machine and I think I'll be all set.
Everyone else still putting their's to good use?
Denise
farmgirl sister #43
"Take a lesson from the teakettle, though up to its
neck in hot water...it sings!"
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downbranchroad
True Blue Farmgirl
374 Posts
Joy
Southern
KY
USA
374 Posts |
Posted - Aug 23 2008 : 12:35:38 PM
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Denise,
I need to learn also. Mine just sits here(it was my husbands grandmothers wedding gift). I remember sewing on it when we first got married but I havent even tried sewing on it in over 29 yrs (I am guessing). I am sure I have forgotten how. Never thought about the girls here helping me. Too busy right now, but this winter I will sure give it a try.
Appalachian Girl
Jem
*If you always do what you have always done, you will always get what you have always got.
My new blog!
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9325 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9325 Posts |
Posted - Aug 23 2008 : 12:44:02 PM
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I've never sewn on one,Joy so I hope I can get the hang of it.
Denise
farmgirl sister #43
"Take a lesson from the teakettle, though up to its
neck in hot water...it sings!"
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prairielandherbs
True Blue Farmgirl
690 Posts
Maggie
Iowa
USA
690 Posts |
Posted - Aug 23 2008 : 1:40:27 PM
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| bumpin! cuz i keep lusting after a treadle but havne't found one yet! anyone else get any "new" ones???? |
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eskimobirdlady
True Blue Farmgirl
700 Posts
connie
fairbanks
ak
USA
700 Posts |
Posted - Aug 23 2008 : 8:10:59 PM
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| every tieme i think of a treadle machine i want to cry. i had my grandmothers which was inaa beautiful cabinet with all available attachments and thru movign i lost it! we have my mil's machine and hopefully it is still in our home in ga. its in pretty bad shape but has sentimental value. we have left it becasue we didnt have room to bring it wiht us and we have the house rented out. i wonder if it will ever get back to us?? i really miss using one even tho its been years. the singer has such a beautiful stich! peace connie in alaska |
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whiteraven
True Blue Farmgirl
134 Posts
Christa
Kansas City
MO
USA
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Posted - Aug 23 2008 : 10:02:49 PM
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Maggie, where are you in Iowa? I have a treadle I am willing to trade. Its listed under the barter section. It does need some work. I go up toward Iowa on occation. My Inlaws live just S of the state on I 35 and my Aunt and Uncle are just over the border.
whiteraven
farmgirl Sister #320
Life is what you make it! |
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prairielandherbs
True Blue Farmgirl
690 Posts
Maggie
Iowa
USA
690 Posts |
Posted - Aug 24 2008 : 10:02:44 AM
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| Hi Christa! I'm in Central Ia....but actually heading south to Chariton now, I have a friend that I visit there regularly (jill at bluegatefarmfresh.com). Off to check out your treadle!!! |
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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
3003 Posts |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9325 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9325 Posts |
Posted - Aug 24 2008 : 5:25:35 PM
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Where does everyone get their parts or pieces for the treadles? I need to get some more bobbins for mine. Can anyone direct me?
Thanks!
Denise
farmgirl sister #43
"Take a lesson from the teakettle, though up to its
neck in hot water...it sings!"
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9325 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9325 Posts |
Posted - Aug 24 2008 : 5:26:55 PM
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that is a gorgeous machine Bonne. Kind of expensive though huh?
Denise
farmgirl sister #43
"Take a lesson from the teakettle, though up to its
neck in hot water...it sings!"
www.torisgram.etsy.com |
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prairielandherbs
True Blue Farmgirl
690 Posts
Maggie
Iowa
USA
690 Posts |
Posted - Aug 25 2008 : 07:10:01 AM
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quote:
Originally posted by Bonne
http://desmoines.craigslist.org/hsh/799867833.html
here's a nice Singer Red Eye 66 model that uses standard 66 class bobbins.
In Des Moines~if they'd take $100 ~I personally wouldn't go higher for a treadle, but then we have a plethora of them out here it seems.
 http://bonne1313.blogspot.com/ BLOG
I emailed them but haven't heard back yet...but i thank you VERY much for your opinion!!! I'm SO gonna run to you for advice the second I find one. ;) |
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Aunt Clemys Farm Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
157 Posts
Linda
MA
USA
157 Posts |
Posted - Aug 25 2008 : 09:02:37 AM
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This is a great thread.
I learned to sew on a Singer treadle and had such a hard time when using the electric version for the first time.
Would like to have a treadle again. Maybe it's time to start looking while they are still out there.
Did anyone have a toy sewing machine as a child? Quite the collectible now.
Aunt Clemys Farm Girl
Farm Girl #300
Kansas to Massachusetts |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
Posted - Aug 25 2008 : 12:04:09 PM
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yes, i have them coming out my ears. i love treadles, i love sewing on treadles, i love everything about them. I have one left to get going, but havent even bothered because i am sure she is an easy one. they are so nice to try to get along with, very easy mechanics to work with and all the parts an pieces seem to be found just when u need em. Bonne is very organized and has all the instructional links at her fingertips, i usually just search again to find what i need. good luck to you, there are tons available just keep your eyes peeled and sniff one out to take home. For $100 you should be able to get a pristine one.
#56
http://hectichousehold.blogspot.com/ |
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prairielandherbs
True Blue Farmgirl
690 Posts
Maggie
Iowa
USA
690 Posts |
Posted - Aug 25 2008 : 12:42:42 PM
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| you two are a fantastic enabling duo! |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
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whiteraven
True Blue Farmgirl
134 Posts
Christa
Kansas City
MO
USA
134 Posts |
Posted - Aug 25 2008 : 4:01:58 PM
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If you live near amish country, there sewing stores carry parts for treadles.
whiteraven
farmgirl Sister #320
Life is what you make it! |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9325 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9325 Posts |
Posted - Aug 25 2008 : 4:43:47 PM
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We have a catalog that is Mennonite owned and they have belts for non electric sewing machines. They actually use the electric ones but as a treadle. Not sure how they do that though.
Bonne, It is the bullet shaped thing for the bobbin. a shuttle I guess?
I'm checking out the links you posted. thanks.
Denise
farmgirl sister #43
"Take a lesson from the teakettle, though up to its
neck in hot water...it sings!"
www.torisgram.etsy.com |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9325 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9325 Posts |
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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
3003 Posts |
Posted - Aug 25 2008 : 5:43:09 PM
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Oh, I just noticed Denise, on the link you found. You only get 5. Order from Stitches in Time~ you get a dozen bobbins.
http://bonne1313.blogspot.com/ BLOG
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9325 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9325 Posts |
Posted - Aug 25 2008 : 8:49:11 PM
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Thanks for the link Bonne. Are those belts they sell leather? seems like a good price.
Denise
farmgirl sister #43
"Take a lesson from the teakettle, though up to its
neck in hot water...it sings!"
www.torisgram.etsy.com |
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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
3003 Posts |
Posted - Aug 26 2008 : 05:45:24 AM
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I know treadle belts at Stitches in Time
are leather, as she writes in her descriptions.
http://bonne1313.blogspot.com/ BLOG
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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
3003 Posts |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9325 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9325 Posts |
Posted - Aug 26 2008 : 05:58:51 AM
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Thanks Bonne,
I am going to get some from stitches in time. You are just a wealth of information! What would we do without you, well I know I'd be lost on this treadlin thing that's for sure. you inspired me to bid on that first one and once I get this going I'll probably be searching out more.
Denise
farmgirl sister #43
"Take a lesson from the teakettle, though up to its
neck in hot water...it sings!"
www.torisgram.etsy.com |
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