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Across the Fence:  1893 Singer Sewing Machine  |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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 Posted - Jun 18 2009 : 9:20:43 PM
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OK, I know I said I was going to not buy anymore vintage sewing machines, irons or mixers...but I could not help myself, Honest...!!!!!!!!!!
The Hub's & I were out running errands yesterday and decided to hit a few 2nd hand shops....well I found a vintage late 50's travel iron for $3 and I found a vintage Hamilton Beach mixer, also just $3 but my favorite find was this really cool 1893 Singer Sewing Machine. A hand Rotory machine, & it was only $40....
My daughter said there better be a "Home" for all my collections when I go to "a home"...LOL! 
What would a picture be w/o one of my kitties...
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
"I've never met a sewing machine I didn't like!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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Sheep Mom 2
True Blue Farmgirl
1534 Posts
Sheri
Elk
WA
USA
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Posted - Jun 18 2009 : 10:53:45 PM
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Hey Grace - what second hand shops are these? I go to the ones in Spokane and never find much - you must be lucky. I did find a lusterware creamer and sugar at an "antique consignment shop" in Newport the other day that matched some random pieces that I inherited from my grandma. I'm not usually all that lucky... Love the sewing machine. I have read about the hand crank models but have never seen one. Thanks for the pic.
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Jun 18 2009 : 11:09:54 PM
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Hey Sheri,
I have several favorites, "Bobbies" which is the upscale section of Goodwill.(where I found this machine)
I also like the Teen Challenge thrift store.
One of my favorite Antique shops in Spokane is Avenue 58 over on Monroe St.
Once in awhile I get lucky at Value Village.
So come on over & we'll go shopping!
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
"I've never met a sewing machine I didn't like!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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Tina Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
6948 Posts
Tina
sunshine state
FL
USA
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Contrary Wife
True Blue Farmgirl
2164 Posts
Teresa Sue
Tekoa
WA
USA
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Posted - Jun 19 2009 : 06:16:27 AM
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OMG Grace, I don't know if I'll get this all typed out before my computor shorts out from all the drool on it, lol. If you want to sell that baby, talk to me. Where is Bobbies?
Teresa Sue
Farmgirl Sister #316
Planting Zone 4
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Jun 19 2009 : 08:09:47 AM
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hey T.S.,
Bobbies is right next door to the Gooodwill...I think people assume it's a coffee shop cuz of the way the sign reads.... but it is the upscale/collectable part of the Goodwill & yet I have gotten some great finds.
Let me know when you are out this way & we'll hit it.
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
"I've never met a sewing machine I didn't like!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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electricdunce
True Blue Farmgirl
2544 Posts
Karin
Belmont
ME
USA
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Posted - Jun 19 2009 : 3:47:21 PM
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Wow, I can see why you could not resist, it is a real dazzler. And of course only looks better with that sweet kitty for background contrast....
Karin
Farmgirl Sister #153
"Give me shelter from the storm" - Bob Dylan
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
4739 Posts
Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
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Posted - Jun 20 2009 : 3:57:54 PM
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It's a beauty, love the kitty too!
Dawn in IL |
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Prairie Princess
True Blue Farmgirl
1075 Posts
Jodi
Washington
USA
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Posted - Jun 20 2009 : 4:34:10 PM
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Ooooh..what a BEAUTIFUL find!!! :) :) For $40, how could you have said no? Lol...
~Jodi
"Women are like teabags...you never know how strong they are until they get into hot water." Eleanor Roosevelt
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Huckelberrywine
True Blue Farmgirl
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Michelle
Rosalia
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Posted - Jun 22 2009 : 2:24:28 PM
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You lucky ducky! Ditto on the sweet kitty. I just love it when people find treasures!
We make a difference. http://huckleberrywine.blogspot.com |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Calico Cheri
Farmgirl in Training
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Cheri
Goshen
Indiana
USA
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Posted - Jun 22 2009 : 11:10:00 PM
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Wow~ what a great deal you got ! Glad you were able to give it a home. Have you sewn on it yet ? Is it hard to do the crank ? I'm not sure I'd be coordinated enuf.
~Cheri
~Glad to make your acquaintance :)
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stitchwhimsy.blogspot.com
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Jun 23 2009 : 07:46:33 AM
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Cheri,
I have actually used my Grandmother's foot treadle machine and I can honestly say, Thank Gosh for electricity!
I have tinkered with both of my hand treadles(Western Electric & Singer) and the Singer works much smoother. But it is a bit akward to only have one free hand to manipulate the fabric. I suspect once I get use to it, it's no big deal,,,now to try to use it w/o one of my sweet kitties trying to sit on my lap & watch & paw at the fabric....they are such helps! Not! lol!
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
"I've never met a sewing machine I didn't like!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jeannie
Florida
USA
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Bruce Crossing
Michigan
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