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Bernina 117K...working on the review- a teaser

IT'S NOT A SINGER!!
Yep, I'm going to be doing an indepth Review of this very special BERNINA 117K
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Posted by Sew-Classic at Saturday, February 06. 2010 | View Comments (4) | Add Comment

Singer 237 Fashion Mate Sewing Machine Reveiw

The Singer 237 was a basic, zigzag, flat bed sewing machine that Singer sold in the later part of the 1960's. Despite it's humble beginnings, this machine is definitely worth considering as a decent, vintage machine. It makes a stunning satin stitch.

Let's start with the statistics and features:

  • Cast iron head with some plastic panels
  • Weighs about 32 pounds
  • Side loading, class 15 bobbin (bobbin case position finger at the 1 o'clock position)
  • Uses standard, 15x1, household ...PHOTOS!!
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Posted by Sew-Classic at Tuesday, February 02. 2010 | View Comments (5) | Add Comment

Stop By and Take a Look Around! NOW FEATURING SECURE CONNECTION!

UPDATE 02/10/2010: The Sew-Classic Parts & Supplies Shop now features a SSL certificate and a secure connection!  You can submit your shipping information and complete order via a safe, secure connection!  You can pay via any major credit card through Paypal- no Paypal account required, or you can print your order and make payment with your check or money order.
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Well, I've been working away at getting the Sew-Classic on-line shop stocked and ready to roll.  Although I still have items to add, there are currently 73 products listed. ... << MORE >>
Posted by Sew-Classic at Friday, January 29. 2010 | Add Comment

Seam Finishes Using a Straight Stitch Sewing Machine

I hear it all the time, "You can't finish your seams without a zigzag stitch" or "I have to have  zigzag stitch to finish seams". Although you can use a zigzag stitch to prevent a seam from raveling, it's far from the only good option. I'm pretty sure that many articles of clothing were made and worn long before home sewing machines were sold with a zigzag stitch, and I'm pretty sure that these clothes didn't routinely fall apart in the wash.

I was perusing one of my vintage sewing publications, ... << MORE >>
Posted by Sew-Classic at Wednesday, January 27. 2010 | View Comments (3) | Add Comment

Wiring a New Electronic Controller for a Vintage Sewing Machine.

First, let me clear up a few myths about electronic controllers. They do NOT increase the piercing power of the machine in any way, shape or form. All that they due is control the amount of power
(electricity) going to the motor. More power = more speed, less power = slower speed, and no power = stopped.

So, why would someone want an electronic controller? Because they don't produce heat as they regulate the electrical flow to the motor.If you have a habit of never completely removing your
foot from a mechanical resistor ...
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Posted by Sew-Classic at Wednesday, January 13. 2010 | View Comments (8) | Add Comment

FREE Singer Touch & Sew 600 Series Chain Stitch Parts

I want to get rid of these ASAP, so I am offering them up for free (you pay shipping) at my on-line Parts and Supplies webstore, Shop.Sew-Classic.com. See full entry for link and photo.
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Posted by Sew-Classic at Friday, January 08. 2010 | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

Darning & Embroidery Attachment 161162 or 161161? for Singer Class 401 Machine

I recently wrote about a vintage, Singer low shank darning and embroidery attachment that I found. I thought that it was broken, but it certainly was NOT!

Anyhow, I found it's cousin. It's basically the exact same vintage attachment, except it 's for a slant shank machine. This one even had it's orignal box and booklet!..<< MORE >>
Posted by Sew-Classic at Tuesday, January 05. 2010 | Add Comment

$92 Buttonhole Attachment & the Senator's Mom

A while back, I picked up a Singer 500 (that coveted "rocketeer styling!) that belonged to US Senator (and former Ohio Governor) George Voinovich's mother.I'm positive that this provenance is nothing more than a fun tidbit, and doesn't make the machine more valuable in any way, but I get a kick out of it.Her name is right there on a receipt from 1970 for a buttonhole attachment that was tucked in with the extras that came with the machine.

I ran across this forgotten receipt while I was going through my stash of slant accessories, ... << MORE >>
Posted by Sew-Classic at Thursday, December 31. 2009 | View Comments (5) | Add Comment

Singer Queen Anne Sewing Machine Cabinet

This is one of the nicest Queen Anne cabinets I've ever found.  The Queen Anne style is a favorite among collectors for it's attractive and  timeless design.  The graceful lines of the cabriole legs, the deep, rich finish and stunning wood grain all combine to make this a classic piece to admire and show off anywhere in your home.  On top of all that, It stores and hides away your machine, and it gives you a terrific flat surface to support your work as you sew. It's GORGEOUS and PRACTICAL!   It just doesn't get much better than that.

This cabinet will fit the standard, full sized Singer sewing machines with the bed dimensions of about 7" by 14 1/2".  The Singer 201-2, 15-91, 15-90, 66, 206, 306, 219, 237, 239, are just a few examples of the machines that will fit perfectly into this cabinet.   Even some non- Singer.....
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Posted by Sew-Classic at Monday, December 28. 2009 | View Comments (6) | Add Comment

Sammy Is Home for Christmas

A while back, I mentioned my father's dog, Sammy, on my blog. My father passed away in September, and that left his little dog, Sammy, in need of a permanent home. Sammy was living with me, but he was dog number four. I knew full well that my finances, time and husband won't allow for that many dogs on anything but a temporary basis.So, I began the search for a new home for Sammy.

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Posted by Sew-Classic at Tuesday, December 22. 2009 | View Comments (1) | Add Comment
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