tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77120435624807801132024-03-14T07:59:12.998-07:00Sewing Machine MagicElizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-76221771310168549882013-08-11T19:28:00.001-07:002013-08-12T18:21:49.309-07:00Pink SlipThings have been quiet here at SMM. We have been busy with other obligations. I am getting ready for the CNY TOGA <a href="http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CNYTOGA/" target="_blank">http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CNYTOGA/</a> . I have been sewing. I have been buying machines. I have been been blogging <a href="http://mysewingmachineobsession.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">http://mysewingmachineobsession.blogspot.com/</a> I have been working on machines.<br />
<br />
Betsy, OTOH, has been a slacker. Now she is not typically a slacker. In fact, she has good reason (she thinks ) for slacking. I disagree. So as CEO of SMM I gave her a pink slip.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGyAKMHqzq7JJbY4EqFWGCHsllMUZLvMIkGAfsZPhqSqcUnbDRYKPqy5nraVLNAYGha0UlpAGDt8KKOLeyLfR2d7xQGXI8kj36nRIG2K0DEBY_rMaN52G-oJgYgDScUmxSJbYdg76Z1NXL/s1600/_PINKSLIP.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGyAKMHqzq7JJbY4EqFWGCHsllMUZLvMIkGAfsZPhqSqcUnbDRYKPqy5nraVLNAYGha0UlpAGDt8KKOLeyLfR2d7xQGXI8kj36nRIG2K0DEBY_rMaN52G-oJgYgDScUmxSJbYdg76Z1NXL/s1600/_PINKSLIP.gif" /></a></div>
Riley is pretty bummed out too. If Betsy is no longer employed at SMM, Riley won't get scratches, treats and "What a good dog" from me anymore.<br />
<br />
Yes, she took it seriously. So rather than finalizing the pink slip, she is now on probation.<br />
<br />
But she has to wear the pink slip all the time while she works on machines.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-fbJRXR4UxEsFw5myibObmB0ZSlwg9hJP0qWCZR8Q-ss_7lhtJ51A7FGR-nrknACuC6iqyZox0R-svv-qcXklJ1TmuO_PuzvH5XrlR0VgtQ42mtViqn_X_pdo497EAWSabLoqRRBUA42S/s1600/_PINKSLIP_2.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-fbJRXR4UxEsFw5myibObmB0ZSlwg9hJP0qWCZR8Q-ss_7lhtJ51A7FGR-nrknACuC6iqyZox0R-svv-qcXklJ1TmuO_PuzvH5XrlR0VgtQ42mtViqn_X_pdo497EAWSabLoqRRBUA42S/s1600/_PINKSLIP_2.gif" /></a></div>
Today was Kenmore day. I worked on a 1320 and an 88 Trispan. Oh I love that Trispan. But there is something wacky with the tension assembly. We switched out one from a 90 and it seems to be working nicely now. What a lovely machine.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiB354lGW6qQdODAFINxvwUl93Pkf1c_7MlfGCie-OGa_vJRxjmKHbwg3vxVLRjWYDeoHGGd0z9y4b8InjZkG9OF_AsffolLu-yE__jOsPlxJhyL9RTd2yMltMJkAAKKvH6rZWZoxfcIw0P/s1600/_TRISPAN_88.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiB354lGW6qQdODAFINxvwUl93Pkf1c_7MlfGCie-OGa_vJRxjmKHbwg3vxVLRjWYDeoHGGd0z9y4b8InjZkG9OF_AsffolLu-yE__jOsPlxJhyL9RTd2yMltMJkAAKKvH6rZWZoxfcIw0P/s1600/_TRISPAN_88.gif" /></a></div>
It sort of reminds me of Eddie from Leave it to Beaver, for some reason. So well groomed.<br />
<br />
The belt was loose on the 1320 which caused the motor to run for about 4 or 5 stitches after releasing the foot controller. I fixed that, oiled her up and tested all the stitches. Good to go. It, too, is a lovely machine<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie15aYv1peY74789pgYiO4HV5hCJxa_KlXBeytmgkfj1KExVN0LShn-r-2FDN02-ULYA0W7mPE5hLUhfe7ubgiNGTax58qedG0LnDtfnr9TrnoDLxVdEWVPWvADxSxwaVgIlOsCpTxf0hr/s1600/_1581320.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie15aYv1peY74789pgYiO4HV5hCJxa_KlXBeytmgkfj1KExVN0LShn-r-2FDN02-ULYA0W7mPE5hLUhfe7ubgiNGTax58qedG0LnDtfnr9TrnoDLxVdEWVPWvADxSxwaVgIlOsCpTxf0hr/s1600/_1581320.gif" /></a></div>
<br />
What? You want to see the machine? Me too. I forgot to take a photo of it straight on. I have this one:<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2mVWyJ4zI6-zEX11C8ae4xn9WEjaV-c-Zzm3Z_SD0BxRWJF_UhX37IFUnjuU2RKbQDmoZPqc3C0j3E8WZGwuggp8clyGE7e-Jpx_4dBT6Zl41PX8SnSJ7KYOkMZAHAsoYFEXM0wdJBbrV/s1600/_1581320TOP.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2mVWyJ4zI6-zEX11C8ae4xn9WEjaV-c-Zzm3Z_SD0BxRWJF_UhX37IFUnjuU2RKbQDmoZPqc3C0j3E8WZGwuggp8clyGE7e-Jpx_4dBT6Zl41PX8SnSJ7KYOkMZAHAsoYFEXM0wdJBbrV/s1600/_1581320TOP.gif" /></a></div>
But it is still better than some photos of machines listed on Craig's List.<br />
<br />
I guess I will have to go back to Betsy's to take a straight on shot. Riley, for one, will be happy to see me. Betsy might feel a bit awkward, being as I gave her a pink slip. But it isn't over YET. Who knows? She may take over my job one day. Stranger things have happened. <br />
<br />
<br />Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-18289158766776519342013-07-27T14:46:00.000-07:002013-08-10T15:46:52.125-07:00A Good DayI have neglected this blog. I tend to just go to <a href="http://mysewingmachineobsession.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">http://mysewingmachineobsession.blogspot.com/</a> and blog there. But if I am serious about making the business grow, I must make an effort to nurture this site too.<br />
<br />
I started off on a good foot. I walked the dogs and helped Steven haul and stack wood. Physical exertion is good for the brain.<br />
<br />
Then he helped me hoist the Mystery Singer <a href="http://mysewingmachineobsession.blogspot.com/2013/07/it-had-to-be-done.html" target="_blank">http://mysewingmachineobsession.blogspot.com/2013/07/it-had-to-be-done.html</a> up onto a table so that I could service the treadle. That done I then hauled a darling little side table to the "curb". Joining it were two sewing machine cabinets. One I have been saving because I like its lines. The other was the #42 I brought home with the 15-91 I bought from Paff's previous owner.<br />
<br />
I thought about trying to repair the #42 cabinet. I tried. It had come apart at the bottom and I tried to pull it back together with a clamp, then the persuader and then wisdom took over. I scammed the hardware from it (including the inkwell) and out it went.<br />
<br />
When I remove cabinet hardware I replace the top and nail it in place. I take the hinges off because I figure someone may need them. The hinges that hold the swing arm out are likely not being made any more so I took the time to remove them and the swing arm and the springs. I also removed the BIG spring that supports the machine. That was a chore. Total parts removal time about an hour. <br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6LUjHrBe3HTujpIh_I7VIu1jWVDYPUUnvKa8DF-c2tJgjpV_ZX4mlIGeU6aAb_7_AYtrWYGLyetKHY45uDeajcFwFtfieR_68FQtz8ZzZiYr9Bg_uEHkGXxDvuP-WyQu5nTf58UlPPVf0/s1600/_cabinethingesprings.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6LUjHrBe3HTujpIh_I7VIu1jWVDYPUUnvKa8DF-c2tJgjpV_ZX4mlIGeU6aAb_7_AYtrWYGLyetKHY45uDeajcFwFtfieR_68FQtz8ZzZiYr9Bg_uEHkGXxDvuP-WyQu5nTf58UlPPVf0/s1600/_cabinethingesprings.gif" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
Every time I put a sewing machine cabinet out for free it finds a new home. I was not so sure that the Nice Lines one would go but it and the 42 went and Steven was there to witness the event.<br />
<br />
"N. so and so just took both cabinets." he told me as if I knew her. "She said she emailed you about cleaning her machine."<br />
<br />
"Did she email me just now? I haven't got any recent machine cleaning emails"<br />
<br />
"Well She asked if this was where Betsy lived and I said, no that Elizabeth lives here but that you were partners. She must have emailed Betsy."<br />
<br />
Now I wonder if she would like the hardware for the 42. Well, I can ask her if she really was in touch with Betsy<br />
<br />
Around noon I had a visitor. P. has been talking about coming over for a while. She made it today. I had so much fun. She brought her White Rotary 77MG that was her mother's. It is making a terrible noise and she hasn't sewn on it because it is so noisy.<br />
<br />
I took one look at it and saw the problem; not one, but many, flats on the pulley. Oh it was noisy. She was hoping that she could put it in her Singer Treadle Stand. But it can't be treadled. So, in the spirit of my sewing machine bulimia I offered her a White Rotary Machine that came from a treadle stand. We tried putting it in one of my Singer treadle stands to see if it would fit. Bummer. Doesn't<br />
<br />
Soon, though I had another plan. That nice little White Class 15 clone that I found this spring would be perfect. It is badged White and it will treadle. I worked on it and she worked on her 77MG (Oh my that is one very light weight machine). We are both thrilled. I think I am more excited than she is, though. I wonder if she has been infected with SMAD<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaQ3x9xc1w452ZJlUDKlFYfePmGE4VO7ciP_Q87uvffXSCN9hrT1_n2o8fz3SpkBB6unsz2hrDMtmQZnbkOg1477vw6G44a54raHPbIE01Q-q7jEXsRc0rV3WP99cGv2qvm0CgyE_dcb1Z/s1600/_WHITECLASS15.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaQ3x9xc1w452ZJlUDKlFYfePmGE4VO7ciP_Q87uvffXSCN9hrT1_n2o8fz3SpkBB6unsz2hrDMtmQZnbkOg1477vw6G44a54raHPbIE01Q-q7jEXsRc0rV3WP99cGv2qvm0CgyE_dcb1Z/s1600/_WHITECLASS15.gif" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
It treadles but the belt on my stand is too long. The balance wheel on this machine is smaller than the one on the Singer 15-90 that I am treadling. We managed to make it go, but she needs the right sized belt. I gave her a connector for the urethane belt and off she went. She is a quilter. I bet she will be FMQ on that machine before you know it. <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-80847134090276759292013-04-13T18:30:00.001-07:002013-04-13T18:30:44.942-07:00InventoryBetsy was a little jealous that I had an inventory of my machines. Today we made a list of some of her machines and took photos of many of them. We pooped out at number 53. She was listing them as I labeled and photographed them. There are about 35 or so left to catalog. That includes parts machines and machines that are not yet stitching.<br />
<br />
Some, I think, are keepers. For instance this Class 15 with RAF decals.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnt1EgzmowbvDCyPkoeyk9EbLUukQ3hE6SDjxRA3u5XwASJjAzM5a8nHnUwg7BZlMp8fo1fZ21la1xQj8KGWnNRlL7xam-nsL71VlpO6WVWv8V8hSDnl5W7qHegPC7BHoCMj40GYmHdlm_/s1600/_Singer15_RAF.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnt1EgzmowbvDCyPkoeyk9EbLUukQ3hE6SDjxRA3u5XwASJjAzM5a8nHnUwg7BZlMp8fo1fZ21la1xQj8KGWnNRlL7xam-nsL71VlpO6WVWv8V8hSDnl5W7qHegPC7BHoCMj40GYmHdlm_/s1600/_Singer15_RAF.gif" /></a></div>
<br />
And this lovely Standard Treadle.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjigxDHCbM18aWEGJ4bhZ2CCFK2-o8jWrm23bOOS2UHcEUZ6cUyA_1xFFq3gO7xsmJsHNH1HQMWfXbC8VTQ-0UIKhbXLtjS5jMh00sxwU_CojkJ7ipahdhacMcryuPGqaGKlXVlsxKXu53j/s1600/_betsy'sSTANDARD.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjigxDHCbM18aWEGJ4bhZ2CCFK2-o8jWrm23bOOS2UHcEUZ6cUyA_1xFFq3gO7xsmJsHNH1HQMWfXbC8VTQ-0UIKhbXLtjS5jMh00sxwU_CojkJ7ipahdhacMcryuPGqaGKlXVlsxKXu53j/s1600/_betsy'sSTANDARD.gif" /></a></div>
OHHHHH and this White. It is just gogeous<br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc0E1zmtSm_Yz32VKexBvEf3Sj1_9qXsn7KFVJsD4a7i_vm0X-s1f8IFtL4VmKkrlwMHdCOQ4eQTj_dSLLV_cIhHy1i_1d7RXOwAYA76RyN2LyqLyJQOmBymHGSNEKhRQGI9wl38O2BM7v/s1600/_Betsy'sWhite.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc0E1zmtSm_Yz32VKexBvEf3Sj1_9qXsn7KFVJsD4a7i_vm0X-s1f8IFtL4VmKkrlwMHdCOQ4eQTj_dSLLV_cIhHy1i_1d7RXOwAYA76RyN2LyqLyJQOmBymHGSNEKhRQGI9wl38O2BM7v/s1600/_Betsy'sWhite.gif" /></a><br />
Or this lovely Kenmore 158.88 AKA Trispan 88<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwJcLTer23BodXFjncY3saFkn9cRgOMZp_Xa5tv75JNY4E_shf013Rr4M6NSBL4n4gGZWtJxZi9qn8fhbclibVg68z5Iro9nxrF5YvwYEO6DuSmuj5QA-UtG4_YkBxHYO6bTy6qmSWkuTO/s1600/_Betsy's-Kenmore88.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwJcLTer23BodXFjncY3saFkn9cRgOMZp_Xa5tv75JNY4E_shf013Rr4M6NSBL4n4gGZWtJxZi9qn8fhbclibVg68z5Iro9nxrF5YvwYEO6DuSmuj5QA-UtG4_YkBxHYO6bTy6qmSWkuTO/s1600/_Betsy's-Kenmore88.gif" /></a></div>
She has one very old Singer. From 1884. I don't know what kind it is. It is a fiddle bed and of course I don't have a photo of anything other than the odd shuttle mechanism<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQvWATeh8qJLRUggzSrT7S6UQSUx3pdTMFUg_jYdfAsbN7VLxO6U5i40qw_UyigG54swNlFagbpdoT7lPaMNV30gyrjexKVIJCcuyJEhoq2IVe4PA54XUWvCxr2tg74hmRLFFpsF2zV7dM/s1600/_Betsy's1884.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQvWATeh8qJLRUggzSrT7S6UQSUx3pdTMFUg_jYdfAsbN7VLxO6U5i40qw_UyigG54swNlFagbpdoT7lPaMNV30gyrjexKVIJCcuyJEhoq2IVe4PA54XUWvCxr2tg74hmRLFFpsF2zV7dM/s1600/_Betsy's1884.gif" /></a></div>
<br />Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-68311930101701113062013-03-18T19:07:00.002-07:002013-03-18T19:08:07.589-07:00Sewing Machine Magic Board MeetingBetsy and I are really, really trying to get organized. The Board of Sewing Machine Magic had an emergency meeting on Saturday. The COO admonished the CEO for lack of clarity in the books and failure to produce a coherent business plan. The CEO retaliated with reminders that Creativity is an ART and if any Magic is to happen, well, just get over it. After all, the sales tax bill was paid and no one is going to go to jail.<br />
<br />
Then the meeting was adjourned and the COO and CEO changed out of the "suits" and into cover alls and headed to the shop.<br />
<br />
We had two machines to pack for shipping. I thought we worked very well together. I just kept saying "OK Betsy." (I think marriage is good training for business partnership)<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX3MWnvuLxCzCYkGNNlfZ7eGGTP8RfrYhTlp77-l9RMmjxpB8Ozx51Zg7NlvsaqpuuxmTXshm0qWtTZrbCUok9TeQFbvqDLCeqWVlOCkwkQ3gWAYniRzFni98FEqge5rCJVZ-s2fhE28v5/s1600/_401packing_1.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX3MWnvuLxCzCYkGNNlfZ7eGGTP8RfrYhTlp77-l9RMmjxpB8Ozx51Zg7NlvsaqpuuxmTXshm0qWtTZrbCUok9TeQFbvqDLCeqWVlOCkwkQ3gWAYniRzFni98FEqge5rCJVZ-s2fhE28v5/s1600/_401packing_1.gif" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtyyrhtpaKMoXubaGHExWHwwvPnY6kT4Txsgs3OwLChRNAF4BhaBXq7Z3wZNjKSbi4SxHptev6qarBj2Le4r6eTL8g0yWEvQd1r0-BPfBnJO4iSpa_bKVVlxkmTf5wAXabcvOPEeOlWAK1/s1600/_401packing_2.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtyyrhtpaKMoXubaGHExWHwwvPnY6kT4Txsgs3OwLChRNAF4BhaBXq7Z3wZNjKSbi4SxHptev6qarBj2Le4r6eTL8g0yWEvQd1r0-BPfBnJO4iSpa_bKVVlxkmTf5wAXabcvOPEeOlWAK1/s1600/_401packing_2.gif" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOB5opTkjcXIztDk5G1_MshNp17IKxmvkL1J___N5WtyiKsQB5RVu0SdZcs0uTl6aedIxWz1q_jfxs_6UWhTK9rx14weoTYsGK1GBZ4YraxrmbYAAAveYBokaSE9OHTW8OIXGgJRLXnQhi/s1600/_401packin_3.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOB5opTkjcXIztDk5G1_MshNp17IKxmvkL1J___N5WtyiKsQB5RVu0SdZcs0uTl6aedIxWz1q_jfxs_6UWhTK9rx14weoTYsGK1GBZ4YraxrmbYAAAveYBokaSE9OHTW8OIXGgJRLXnQhi/s1600/_401packin_3.gif" /></a></div>
<br />
Once we had this all boxed up<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQnlcYo78jHVqCFlS94cqUYUXrVEMaKf7tLHAXRUAzJviGILKx1Ri-LHuNGtAJSPNAMa8EdP6Eu4x7dPso9Uf6jAUCb9ApR7Ekkw8ryMojqaUQirkWVLrRz7XkL1gsdmkCyM4wproWlzqq/s1600/_401packing_4.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQnlcYo78jHVqCFlS94cqUYUXrVEMaKf7tLHAXRUAzJviGILKx1Ri-LHuNGtAJSPNAMa8EdP6Eu4x7dPso9Uf6jAUCb9ApR7Ekkw8ryMojqaUQirkWVLrRz7XkL1gsdmkCyM4wproWlzqq/s1600/_401packing_4.gif" /></a></div>
We set to work on the next machine.<br />
<br />
I realized that I had not recently stitched with it and wanted to do so before we packed it. So we deferred packing that machine until it could be tested.<br />
<br />
Instead we set to work on a 401A we had taken in to service and fix. It had a slapping sound when the motor started up.<br />
<br />
It did, too. Very very noisy and "whop" every time we stepped on the foot controller.<br />
<br />
I thought it might be the fiber gear. We took the hand wheel apart and found that the snap ring, which serves as a cushion for the fiber gear, was broken<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuuHQ_asbpjP8mu_1KyTKarLUEes9UDLywWl5EJ2co5Vt0ywxgoccYEkiy_bzzXS96oKqo96RZJiTiRotHyhC4JeyVFYPHwzSfVO0zDe8jaY-Ob_1fa_b7df6WlOlktCbHRTb35dWAqKCG/s1600/_ring-for-401handwheel.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuuHQ_asbpjP8mu_1KyTKarLUEes9UDLywWl5EJ2co5Vt0ywxgoccYEkiy_bzzXS96oKqo96RZJiTiRotHyhC4JeyVFYPHwzSfVO0zDe8jaY-Ob_1fa_b7df6WlOlktCbHRTb35dWAqKCG/s1600/_ring-for-401handwheel.gif" /></a></div>
<br />
I posted a question about this part and its availability on a Yahoo group and found that, likely it can be matched since it is a pretty common snap ring. We have yet to hear from the machine owner whether she wants it fixed or not. We also found it on eBay, our favorite parts supplier, ahem....<br />
<br />
Betsy kept cleaning the hand wheel, even after we discovered this broken part. I had to keep reminding her that "time is money" and she would stop.<br />
<br />
However, I must confess. After posting the question on the Yahoo group and getting a bit confused about what is what, I did clean up the hand wheel. I wanted it clean for a photo, should I need one.<br />
<br />
It was pretty icky and rusty before I started. I figure that likely the ring broke because it was rusted in place and when the machine owner took the machine out to use (after a long hiatus, I imagine) the torque from the motor probably snapped the ring. Better that than the fiber gear, I guess.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl_rU5_aR1OM_LoVVOWfMpwEmayP4BfUcsJyOSqPAu3ldvXIJZrM5IhpF5v6zaCsbvwi61iui_NW_JL4TQOOrqmjHZtmzzkrq8xwl1Bzfu1oxr-1tbbNBIoe7Pr5CRHjWS-IyPPTYA2W9G/s1600/_401handwheel-1.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl_rU5_aR1OM_LoVVOWfMpwEmayP4BfUcsJyOSqPAu3ldvXIJZrM5IhpF5v6zaCsbvwi61iui_NW_JL4TQOOrqmjHZtmzzkrq8xwl1Bzfu1oxr-1tbbNBIoe7Pr5CRHjWS-IyPPTYA2W9G/s1600/_401handwheel-1.gif" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIbxL5HdYQxEC7oVXaNqZM1p5cU_ckEeBZtXCE87aQEMJ8PpA5N0NoDfe8Pvs4nnidrHPjcN8-eXhjlM7GdAu37OMfqoIsn5LEvpM5LN2WKAhiktGdAOt03IPbvM5i5WZkAcvK6_-1x5zf/s1600/_401handwheel-2.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIbxL5HdYQxEC7oVXaNqZM1p5cU_ckEeBZtXCE87aQEMJ8PpA5N0NoDfe8Pvs4nnidrHPjcN8-eXhjlM7GdAu37OMfqoIsn5LEvpM5LN2WKAhiktGdAOt03IPbvM5i5WZkAcvK6_-1x5zf/s1600/_401handwheel-2.gif" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgURS0S9RM9GXQp3Wmj1bDZGd-_qjjb8M5NmNxrAnRyO2I_GiVoAQXXqTAfQXh0HOpo3834JMm24RSbURVce6GaGdlpfnzgJj2waf3QNs6BBhQdjnzjUeIEA2pvPVi_0Yh_yYQQ9ub4ZNA4/s1600/_401handwheel-3.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgURS0S9RM9GXQp3Wmj1bDZGd-_qjjb8M5NmNxrAnRyO2I_GiVoAQXXqTAfQXh0HOpo3834JMm24RSbURVce6GaGdlpfnzgJj2waf3QNs6BBhQdjnzjUeIEA2pvPVi_0Yh_yYQQ9ub4ZNA4/s1600/_401handwheel-3.gif" /></a></div>
I hope she isn't mad at me. I had all the fun....<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-15404579939125472952013-02-24T16:43:00.001-08:002013-02-24T16:43:50.775-08:00How many is too many?If you read my other blog, you know that I have over 100 machines. Some are parts machines but most of them are just old sewing machines that I have picked up along the way because, well, I can. I did not come into this madness alone. My friend Betsy introduced me to this crazy hobby about two and half years ago. Today I took inventory of my machines with the intent of logging them into a spread sheet. I know why I have never done this. It is tedious and boring. Still it is a very necessary task. I have so many now, I must keep track.<br />
<br />
My latest project is a Singer 319W that I picked up yesterday. It is likely going to be a very fine machine but it is staying in the museum. It isn't up to my standards for selling. Instead I will sell my other 319W<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivSvHTno_0XGwIQ3dRGWKuIuBl37FuhjsL8yTWTriCudWXtJOJ1phksH1RegN4zPJp6HIZzS0sbbZZoaMJvv8eGUrHkZAQjRYUhyncwoaFF9LoH9-60flu0HrZP8OColMSd1cVLWmGHwRx/s1600/_319W1646550.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivSvHTno_0XGwIQ3dRGWKuIuBl37FuhjsL8yTWTriCudWXtJOJ1phksH1RegN4zPJp6HIZzS0sbbZZoaMJvv8eGUrHkZAQjRYUhyncwoaFF9LoH9-60flu0HrZP8OColMSd1cVLWmGHwRx/s1600/_319W1646550.gif" /></a></div>
Since I am going to market this machine, I must sew with it. That will be fun. Wonder what I should make? It seems that everyone loves to advertise their machines as capable of sewing through leather. I happen to have some nice red leather. I think I will see how this machine does making a little red leather zipper purse. Stay tuned. I have to oil and lube the machine before I can sew with it. Come to think of it, that would be a terrific blog post. How to service a Singer 319W. Coming up to a blog near you !Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-52420255402625755002013-02-22T18:16:00.001-08:002013-02-22T18:49:03.382-08:001936 Singer 201-2 This is one of my five Singer 201-2s. I am only keeping one. It is a challenge for me to let these machines go. I played with this one some more today. I made a draw string bag for the foot controller and adjusted the bottom tension. I am happy with its stitch. The machine definitely likes heavier fabric, for sure. The more layers, the nicer the stitch.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht3OZsJey9FjBS3123QeIXWjMhMGh0v9RqWnuOqiJTYwo4msw2CNdeyrh7WEUhDPssT3s_B2qGL5dliVRtZCftLRlcjlRm3cg_1wr8RTwYT8Fmm4pcAKyBBjAUGC3bMKVZZHwXK2brEECe/s1600/_201-2AE.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht3OZsJey9FjBS3123QeIXWjMhMGh0v9RqWnuOqiJTYwo4msw2CNdeyrh7WEUhDPssT3s_B2qGL5dliVRtZCftLRlcjlRm3cg_1wr8RTwYT8Fmm4pcAKyBBjAUGC3bMKVZZHwXK2brEECe/s1600/_201-2AE.gif" /></a></div>
I love the motor cover. Not all of the 201s have that decal on the motor cover. It adds a classy dimension to the machine. Yes?<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmujEt25sx9FHjChs-UFZggOoChNFpr-Cn65lVFlY0l_PTrREYogwiJ_DKxKrlTJuCO8jcC5_ryX8uchpozBP_V5zBhLP1sAV77c97LY4Un0oW2I0XF7S_9N3b5Dwf1lmZ_t0eYjClOiBm/s1600/_201-2AEback.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmujEt25sx9FHjChs-UFZggOoChNFpr-Cn65lVFlY0l_PTrREYogwiJ_DKxKrlTJuCO8jcC5_ryX8uchpozBP_V5zBhLP1sAV77c97LY4Un0oW2I0XF7S_9N3b5Dwf1lmZ_t0eYjClOiBm/s1600/_201-2AEback.gif" /></a></div>
Nice clean bobbin case. <br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaCP4HIr0VkbHgP_NmvF9W_0AVANeb-6tt_EZvVjGC2r7LY48ERE2_x5W1Yk9sFxX_b4yDSgKwZUxtFdCtnoTJezaqXzJUHj6dVezxdWaa2c2cPD2SjEefW00W1XGBQrdcMS01PCYLId8b/s1600/_201-2AEbobbincase.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaCP4HIr0VkbHgP_NmvF9W_0AVANeb-6tt_EZvVjGC2r7LY48ERE2_x5W1Yk9sFxX_b4yDSgKwZUxtFdCtnoTJezaqXzJUHj6dVezxdWaa2c2cPD2SjEefW00W1XGBQrdcMS01PCYLId8b/s1600/_201-2AEbobbincase.gif" /></a></div>
There is some wear on the decal in front exactly where the fabric passed over the bed. The front of the bed has some chips in the paint. Truthfully they all do. It must come from being put back down in the cabinet. I can't figure out any other reason why. There also is damage to the paint where the seam guide was fastened to the machine bed. But the bed is shiny. Look how the needle bar is reflected in the paint.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWaYGsSxzB8XdVvh0vZhGwxnyvdJeX_zZooahf6Mcg9xUMEhpAkbPTAVK5EhuHHMuF-cd99OFreneiZyxhNsyc-MV-wT2LXft6z3kCQMfwAcFSdpegyGVJAQKYEgTReJnfFjaAFfr6MiW-/s1600/_201-2AEwearon-decal.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWaYGsSxzB8XdVvh0vZhGwxnyvdJeX_zZooahf6Mcg9xUMEhpAkbPTAVK5EhuHHMuF-cd99OFreneiZyxhNsyc-MV-wT2LXft6z3kCQMfwAcFSdpegyGVJAQKYEgTReJnfFjaAFfr6MiW-/s1600/_201-2AEwearon-decal.gif" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
More reflection! (That would be Wrigley all curled up on the couch) I love the chrome hand wheel. <br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCEo1_SW4q71wFMQdzirS-hYYzy7Hs4tQepNPuIkypYhl8z8cd0JVb-VQCZD0NcgvNOplMnDQJiaL9mku99IOB09vSoNrtFhsIALkPW6xrbKL54FGL0msjrBTs3EtG3mDa9p1eM9OcdBew/s1600/_201-2AEdoggie.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCEo1_SW4q71wFMQdzirS-hYYzy7Hs4tQepNPuIkypYhl8z8cd0JVb-VQCZD0NcgvNOplMnDQJiaL9mku99IOB09vSoNrtFhsIALkPW6xrbKL54FGL0msjrBTs3EtG3mDa9p1eM9OcdBew/s1600/_201-2AEdoggie.gif" /></a></div>
The feed dog drop does work on this machine. Even though it is manual and you have to lift the machine up to turn the feed dog drop screw. <br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbWiRH7CsWzLnmUb5htTQA3-ta-ownm47C5leZ8Pyq4tOAceOr3wJkdqRX2WaqD-FzeTM0ZWIQLDYeoBOOlnUDEgh4pDWtY-U8dHPYWdeKITJ__pDQPmqVgkXJMMsdq0yooa054eAMMx2p/s1600/_201-2AEfeeddogdropdown.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbWiRH7CsWzLnmUb5htTQA3-ta-ownm47C5leZ8Pyq4tOAceOr3wJkdqRX2WaqD-FzeTM0ZWIQLDYeoBOOlnUDEgh4pDWtY-U8dHPYWdeKITJ__pDQPmqVgkXJMMsdq0yooa054eAMMx2p/s1600/_201-2AEfeeddogdropdown.gif" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3hwNaRHO9m7raQNMWd-xIvRUV9BoFeufOt7blzNtE4CT7uYaT_yO6AS9rNuozwBLmbGU_I95X1soeo80JTYTxW7h42Vv1Q6axuOP1K6dEtiEmvbX9SdfWkXY3rH_QDwbRZ_uDXelUxafj/s1600/_201-2feeddogdrop.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3hwNaRHO9m7raQNMWd-xIvRUV9BoFeufOt7blzNtE4CT7uYaT_yO6AS9rNuozwBLmbGU_I95X1soeo80JTYTxW7h42Vv1Q6axuOP1K6dEtiEmvbX9SdfWkXY3rH_QDwbRZ_uDXelUxafj/s1600/_201-2feeddogdrop.gif" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoU9bdqQ0z4jKIzmdQ_j0rvtzy7sDQclHHJFyQ12cB-OQWpBlJdK5ikTNZvig3I__m-MJHU-p2RW4UDdxYIG-Vus9eMKWwP9mGfrkjUoYEuIymj6Sf6l45Iip2IpfPo1lHkXkExwRI-71Q/s1600/_201-2AEbottom.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoU9bdqQ0z4jKIzmdQ_j0rvtzy7sDQclHHJFyQ12cB-OQWpBlJdK5ikTNZvig3I__m-MJHU-p2RW4UDdxYIG-Vus9eMKWwP9mGfrkjUoYEuIymj6Sf6l45Iip2IpfPo1lHkXkExwRI-71Q/s1600/_201-2AEbottom.gif" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dyhoUmQTyEemnVR9YBpTLjW50zyvnHFlCkaSrjgOzJxRtCp3a4zBUL8g1nD2yAoOE14WeoMZsxt3FIizE3FTg' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div>
The bobbin winder works nicely. Smooth, yes? <i>(That clicking noise is the spool rotating on the spindle. The motor sound variation is my fault. I can't walk and chew gum at the same time, either. Fleetwood Mac in the background courtesy of Pandora radio).</i> For a demo of how the machine sews, go back one post to <a href="http://sewingmachinemagic.blogspot.com/2013/02/sews-through-leather-like.html" target="_blank">http://sewingmachinemagic.blogspot.com/2013/02/sews-through-leather-like.html</a>Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-37171175654779501842013-02-11T17:59:00.000-08:002013-02-11T17:59:13.774-08:00SEWS THROUGH LEATHER LIKE !!! Betsy and I notice that machines on eBay that are proclaimed to "SEW THROUGH LEATHER!!" sell and sell for a higher price than the exact same machine that is not touted as such. <br />
<br />
It isn't fraudulent to claim a machine can sew through leather. Most machines can. It is just that likely the machine will wear out quickly if it is put to that task regularly. <br />
<br />
Because the Singer 201-2 is often advertised as such, I decided to try out one of mine. Actually, come to think of it, the machine I tested tonight came with some leather needles. HMMMMMM.<br />
<br />
I have some leather, somewhere. I also have some leather like, which is a vinyl product and feels like vinyl. But it was the closest thing I had available tonight. I got these at a yard sale for a buck. She was selling them because she never got around to creating anything with them. I probably won't either but it was fun to test the machine with them<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4wDSBLDFcVA2fIbFaFTXxjo7Vd6JXhu4ZjEa1w-PSEj0gwp_0u6_upVnkICi_jxHfBXMBPGeU74LTKlme6g1_hi-_C_AmUypOyt9iQTOGH_NIiwD9xTjH79MJyWzJrVQwrG4dERCyAb47/s1600/leather-like.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4wDSBLDFcVA2fIbFaFTXxjo7Vd6JXhu4ZjEa1w-PSEj0gwp_0u6_upVnkICi_jxHfBXMBPGeU74LTKlme6g1_hi-_C_AmUypOyt9iQTOGH_NIiwD9xTjH79MJyWzJrVQwrG4dERCyAb47/s1600/leather-like.gif" /></a></div>
<br />
I started with two layers, no problem. I added another. Likewise, just fine. I decided that I would not try any more than five layers. The machine did not protest, not one little bit.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dwjunHh2efXwVlnG5OhPke8jEnD5IpVLR0PGPGfJRzrif73ttcg-VJjTPaxulSLOzILqJ6RR4nINUsIbBHHrw' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div>
<br />
<br />
We all know I am not a professional film maker.....<br />
<br />
Next I will get actual leather. I have some red leather that I bought in NC last December. I want to make a nice little red leather purse. Now I think that I can.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-9963824716702151172013-02-02T11:58:00.000-08:002013-02-02T11:58:07.363-08:00Singer 328K For SaleWe have this lovely Singer 328K for sale. It makes a wonderful stitch. This model has a light that switches on and off. Really, some of the earlier 328s did not. <br />
<br />
It has, of course, been fully serviced. Included are two extra decorative cams and of course the Zig Zag cam. Extra bobbins, a seam ripper and two small screw drivers. <br />
<br />
This is quite a popular machine on eBay, I have noticed. Visit our Website for more photos and how to contact us.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzAbaI3UENa3q-vWnDF1ix130hr_ULEejuw3JQd2jw1DSXHY7CPN34cwzUQkF__cmz8qCvVB0AzjUuHB_0wo5bLKAFR86A2pywE01kNVVlG3BPCPSXfV6H9jH7U2p7YB-ej73lUi_1TRpr/s1600/_Singer328K.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzAbaI3UENa3q-vWnDF1ix130hr_ULEejuw3JQd2jw1DSXHY7CPN34cwzUQkF__cmz8qCvVB0AzjUuHB_0wo5bLKAFR86A2pywE01kNVVlG3BPCPSXfV6H9jH7U2p7YB-ej73lUi_1TRpr/s1600/_Singer328K.gif" /></a></div>
<br />Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-29244892674676150512013-01-02T18:55:00.001-08:002013-01-02T18:55:29.751-08:00QUIZTo what machine do these gears belong?<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkv0JbycASq6J6_0WEqebc0pe7rwSGxQSkm8RMiE_pJc8PGuJJv-RtF4dyETrn9sn5IrKa2dRoHre_aMfCp3992cHqXZBhWgbk9W58sLR02mJaDUflm9PfPLz3esMYu8RhjdDuEDZqBXlZ/s1600/_gearson201-2.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkv0JbycASq6J6_0WEqebc0pe7rwSGxQSkm8RMiE_pJc8PGuJJv-RtF4dyETrn9sn5IrKa2dRoHre_aMfCp3992cHqXZBhWgbk9W58sLR02mJaDUflm9PfPLz3esMYu8RhjdDuEDZqBXlZ/s1600/_gearson201-2.gif" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcbK2KP38K5xqodkF57bXNxfhBs7_xUTzgJZ216yiR8gizHyrYjomRlIt4AqrKthYBXnhafwl02Jo2vne5PGZF3MDrfUBk_r14iyysWB0gHT9iU_rMzSabF8ZOYohqXAdjyEqoJCn8XYpX/s1600/_gearson201-2two.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcbK2KP38K5xqodkF57bXNxfhBs7_xUTzgJZ216yiR8gizHyrYjomRlIt4AqrKthYBXnhafwl02Jo2vne5PGZF3MDrfUBk_r14iyysWB0gHT9iU_rMzSabF8ZOYohqXAdjyEqoJCn8XYpX/s1600/_gearson201-2two.gif" /></a></div>
<br />Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-39498045060378628882012-11-11T17:23:00.001-08:002012-11-11T17:23:52.314-08:00Fraternal TwinsThese two machines are pretty similar. So similar that we thought we could sca the tension assembly from the Elgin for the White. We couldn't. Just enough different.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6xhAGYONYxivB1-hgeEIShxuw-u-9Uw7ohU5EJS5YyFOcZn8aQlXrYU6vDZ6gSUWRzZJi1MbdWqg-64rVIVOSQtrjcupzqHhjYOtAXta_q9ardEGqE5_W03Zk_J4J17TK0RuFFwTq-7NM/s1600/_whiteandelgin.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6xhAGYONYxivB1-hgeEIShxuw-u-9Uw7ohU5EJS5YyFOcZn8aQlXrYU6vDZ6gSUWRzZJi1MbdWqg-64rVIVOSQtrjcupzqHhjYOtAXta_q9ardEGqE5_W03Zk_J4J17TK0RuFFwTq-7NM/s1600/_whiteandelgin.gif" /></a></div>
We were able to fix the White's tension issues. While the Elgin does not have the extension table for the free arm, I sill adore this little machine. It has some needle bar issues and hopefully some lapping compound will fix it. But I love the little compartment right in front of the pillar. It makes a decent stitch. Once I have two functioning thumbs I would like to see if I can fix that needle bar. Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-81544638227110336632012-10-31T06:29:00.001-07:002012-10-31T06:29:39.068-07:00BROWNIESNo, we don't mean the kind you eat. But that is a good idea.<br />
<br />
We are having a Brownie Troop over on Sunday to make their badge sashes.<br />
<br />
Betsy is modeling the one she made.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxxup0r2Pqk6y1xi9_A6dS_Ye0nDWrXXgLSDr1pXDf0VnqVkQOfok3f0Uv35f2Sk8ZUaHhv0At1zCCg2ZgE6LGruYfiFoulWRvcNOc0HhwW31oDtLzUwFvlTYmXeCSGeMsF_Sk3Qbr7TpW/s1600/_BROWNIESASH.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxxup0r2Pqk6y1xi9_A6dS_Ye0nDWrXXgLSDr1pXDf0VnqVkQOfok3f0Uv35f2Sk8ZUaHhv0At1zCCg2ZgE6LGruYfiFoulWRvcNOc0HhwW31oDtLzUwFvlTYmXeCSGeMsF_Sk3Qbr7TpW/s640/_BROWNIESASH.gif" width="480" /></a></div>
Of course, it will fit a 7 year old better...Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-14164417405512281952012-10-26T12:07:00.001-07:002012-10-26T12:39:40.337-07:00Cute little Burlap Bag<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrfhu_kXJBiq8BAAEpMSWfuI8jlMeAX5qz4AJKzLTbc4Cr_NnmMkniXA2gp9OXHzSCyxwBP7lyV1Zl8FTv60JBCvlHpQdp-OCokMcj7etPshf_o2ztgyapXcR4UlGYo1SYtb-yEbAV43wy/s1600/_burlapbag.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrfhu_kXJBiq8BAAEpMSWfuI8jlMeAX5qz4AJKzLTbc4Cr_NnmMkniXA2gp9OXHzSCyxwBP7lyV1Zl8FTv60JBCvlHpQdp-OCokMcj7etPshf_o2ztgyapXcR4UlGYo1SYtb-yEbAV43wy/s1600/_burlapbag.gif" /> </a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
I just had to sew today. I finished a sewing apron (behind the bag) first. Then I dove into this project. It is a free pattern on line. <a href="http://lamaisonreid.blogspot.com/2010/08/burlap-purse-with-shabby-rose.html" target="_blank">http://lamaisonreid.blogspot.com/2010/08/burlap-purse-with-shabby-rose.html</a> </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
Originally I was going to use some green burlap I found at the thrift store. Then I got a whiff. I threw it in the wash with my really stinky clothes I wore when I cleaned, oiled and adjusted the Pittsburgh 201-2 <a href="http://mysewingmachineobsession.blogspot.com/2012/10/it-stitches.html" target="_blank">http://mysewingmachineobsession.blogspot.com/2012/10/it-stitches.html</a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
I found this stash of burlap. I think it is more yellow than it appears here. There are several things that I would do totally differently from the original instructions. I realize that I covered up the cute pleats on the front. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
But you can see them on the back</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJHlJegAaRCgvin6wBkKOFuXszuSx-j9C5Kdog-zcoIgjhk3VplD9eV56TZsY7h6sUryfqqb4dVxzCOR6nZTpeHa9leKBEbbj2poj8hcHeV0_ro_KAZKTrUnh6RbGAILDzTttDJnJLGsKx/s1600/_burlapbagback.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJHlJegAaRCgvin6wBkKOFuXszuSx-j9C5Kdog-zcoIgjhk3VplD9eV56TZsY7h6sUryfqqb4dVxzCOR6nZTpeHa9leKBEbbj2poj8hcHeV0_ro_KAZKTrUnh6RbGAILDzTttDJnJLGsKx/s1600/_burlapbagback.gif" /></a></div>
I used a magnetic snap. Gosh they are easy to use!!!<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYriAjBLPT2-xxcCHmk2NAI-VAxKcQVWiGPwj4iJklQ4KqmaGnHR_iw1uw92IdDiHoWWCpE1_wK1WjNjGb_fkj7si-th3eOXSdGEAwUupbMjPCJVOZhItkkr6AGClYgLSyOEDQv7pt-PO4/s1600/_burlapbagsnap.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYriAjBLPT2-xxcCHmk2NAI-VAxKcQVWiGPwj4iJklQ4KqmaGnHR_iw1uw92IdDiHoWWCpE1_wK1WjNjGb_fkj7si-th3eOXSdGEAwUupbMjPCJVOZhItkkr6AGClYgLSyOEDQv7pt-PO4/s1600/_burlapbagsnap.gif" /></a></div>
I used a child's belt from the thrift store for the strap. Next time I will make straps to match the lining. I felt lazy today.<br />
<br />
I did add a pocket. Sort of after the fact. I had made the lining and sewed it together before I realized that I should attach the pocket first. Next time <br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqolZQ6vN_rDRmv6H0SaXd-xbo2XgHh7sjYkNDvQK1cT-1ngw4bCT0AKzQwAJJ1xxWmedgLEbyGRbfenB2P6KzrM3VmV5b544Lh_qGya1vzTIqh9TRGOoLiUEe04yOPbfLaineOSjEQ8AV/s1600/_burlapbaglining.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqolZQ6vN_rDRmv6H0SaXd-xbo2XgHh7sjYkNDvQK1cT-1ngw4bCT0AKzQwAJJ1xxWmedgLEbyGRbfenB2P6KzrM3VmV5b544Lh_qGya1vzTIqh9TRGOoLiUEe04yOPbfLaineOSjEQ8AV/s1600/_burlapbaglining.gif" /></a></div>
Next time I will make two straps and attach one to the front and one to the back for better access to the bag when carrying it.<br />
<br />
I am not dis-pleased. I will give it to someone for a Holiday present this year. <br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<br />Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-67679046605432428262012-10-16T06:02:00.000-07:002012-10-17T08:39:28.393-07:00Singer Touch and Sew 626We decided that it was time to sell off some of our machines. We listed this darling little Touch and Sew on eBay and it sold with its BIN offer within one hour of listing. We wish we had four more to sell. We are happy that it is going to its new home tomorrow and for a demo of how to pack a machine in a case for shipping, check in tomorrow.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw7Gl0GS1h3HN4y-Y6n1TvmZSwRHH2vPRpOBklpSxzsE-OmMwy9bi-byOEBa-JW3S-sORrtVKulJrzFgIfqOcEbDpP8x6lbuz_sHRmgoow64_d6c04_BY1OECng2EogQbTP_CLNmaqKoNK/s1600/_singer626.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw7Gl0GS1h3HN4y-Y6n1TvmZSwRHH2vPRpOBklpSxzsE-OmMwy9bi-byOEBa-JW3S-sORrtVKulJrzFgIfqOcEbDpP8x6lbuz_sHRmgoow64_d6c04_BY1OECng2EogQbTP_CLNmaqKoNK/s1600/_singer626.gif" /></a></div>
UPDATE<br />
<br />
I got so involved in packing this machine for shipment that I failed to take many photos at all.<br />
<br />
Let's just say I spent the morning getting it ready and I am pretty certain that it will arrive safely. It is a cocoon within a cocoon. I packed all the protruding parts with styrofoam and then wrapped it with cling wrap o keep the hand wheel from moving. Then I wrapped it with tons of bubble wrap and filled in the gaps with plastic gorcery bags. THEN I put the case on it and wrapped that with bubble wrap. Then I wrapped that with card board and put it in a box and sealed it all up. And then found the button hole attachment all by itself sitting on the table. I shipped it separately.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhumpdYinM0dC08qFb3NLxggn97XUyR-AgAbNAgZHKE8q3DEsvg-FxHQiJKypCXZJKX25AeoLFPYmUY4JQcRk8LqD74AdpHiNa0N8eNNUJG5qmAdjy8g-ubp6jlplZ325rWUpKD78nLiTuh/s1600/_singer626packing.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhumpdYinM0dC08qFb3NLxggn97XUyR-AgAbNAgZHKE8q3DEsvg-FxHQiJKypCXZJKX25AeoLFPYmUY4JQcRk8LqD74AdpHiNa0N8eNNUJG5qmAdjy8g-ubp6jlplZ325rWUpKD78nLiTuh/s1600/_singer626packing.gif" /></a></div>
<br />Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-41311880205146821452012-10-14T10:32:00.000-07:002012-10-14T17:09:00.768-07:00More Sewing on SundaysIt was cold and rainy this morning. The dogs and I settled in to the sewing loft for some cozy creating near the wood stove. They slept. I sewed. I had started this bag during the week and was determined to finish it today.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
The strap can be shortened.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-VowRHfS9vNNaSRg5sHmeMznXX5TTaZFyghVpMl_ne0LiQD6X0xq9t7VTTSuCS1T_ahaACxEuPqRQArMyTlp_XJ9p9qETDqcXR-tcmmmiee8bZ7oDPvhGDoE30j1frygXvtAs1DHxFWWU/s1600/_bwpurse1.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-VowRHfS9vNNaSRg5sHmeMznXX5TTaZFyghVpMl_ne0LiQD6X0xq9t7VTTSuCS1T_ahaACxEuPqRQArMyTlp_XJ9p9qETDqcXR-tcmmmiee8bZ7oDPvhGDoE30j1frygXvtAs1DHxFWWU/s1600/_bwpurse1.gif" /></a></div>
Or worn really long.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlOK0bPLBSg-M2IYfQFhbrkF10KrmY5fM9aWo6sVHYNp6b6fvKKR_5TlepXTKy96NH2RJlANqrYamv8Sjjbne9H11QzbpTbFPFagPDHilnGU-8ZWCrUkHPTgsLtDR3yqMOvk_Zl02IQ_8O/s1600/_bwpurse.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlOK0bPLBSg-M2IYfQFhbrkF10KrmY5fM9aWo6sVHYNp6b6fvKKR_5TlepXTKy96NH2RJlANqrYamv8Sjjbne9H11QzbpTbFPFagPDHilnGU-8ZWCrUkHPTgsLtDR3yqMOvk_Zl02IQ_8O/s1600/_bwpurse.gif" /></a></div>
<br />
The lining fabric was in my stash. I was saving it. FOR WHAT? I wonder. Like all the fabric in the stash. Now I plan to make a pleated clutch with it to match this bag.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhyphenhypheneqN1vWaX5_rpesQPJfqhimKoEayTuDQNbFMQ2ZGyFjeonPhiy_OCL5ID5nHAhhDVFPp8O6wA1eH32ZYauVEhTPPZZBcFXRHA62OBNxhbjIdb_vRSsQboVooC1qwvDXn3vZ8vkkq6zzN/s1600/_bwpurse2.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhyphenhypheneqN1vWaX5_rpesQPJfqhimKoEayTuDQNbFMQ2ZGyFjeonPhiy_OCL5ID5nHAhhDVFPp8O6wA1eH32ZYauVEhTPPZZBcFXRHA62OBNxhbjIdb_vRSsQboVooC1qwvDXn3vZ8vkkq6zzN/s1600/_bwpurse2.gif" /></a></div>
Betsy and I bought some baubles at that yard sale yesterday. I think she took them home with her. Gotta go get something for the zipper.<br />
<br />
UPDATE<br />
Back from Betsy's and the bag now has its BLING<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtis3KY0FreEX_5LjuDA4xjvxdPXUIjV-gdU4zQ7kxCgbttKfP3xfRGeXGiCA2bBDHlo4Y_LSB9hqaxtH9WxWkDBVLgmLoc-v_QCvgvHSyae9Mx0sA4CNTJHEFgtwa2Z2YO6yh9F-8homG/s1600/_bauble.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtis3KY0FreEX_5LjuDA4xjvxdPXUIjV-gdU4zQ7kxCgbttKfP3xfRGeXGiCA2bBDHlo4Y_LSB9hqaxtH9WxWkDBVLgmLoc-v_QCvgvHSyae9Mx0sA4CNTJHEFgtwa2Z2YO6yh9F-8homG/s1600/_bauble.gif" /></a></div>
<br />
Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-67895103990974589682012-09-30T19:22:00.002-07:002012-09-30T19:22:29.728-07:00Sewing on SundaysBetsy and I have decided that the best way for us to get going with our dream is to just start. We have vowed to sew every Sunday from 2 - 5 PM. We have classes all planned out but if no one signs up we still sew. No one signed up for today. Betsy came to my house (classes are at her house) and she helped me organize and clean the loft. She is the best at organizing and is a bit of a Drill Sergeant. I needed the help. We re-arranged some machines and I moved the ironing board and some how that created a whole lot more room. The sloped walls further limit the amount of useable space. Just imagine if those walls actually rose from the floor at a 90 degree angle all the way. I could have SHELVES.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQEDKn1HkCLOnnQJcz5XYEHouj1e2T1CIioXsMKGQPtX5TPRyGkyJHqR9k5FNEenfjqYv266a-Y_jdeByy5OcXv7Yy2FfIfXGnp7RzzHzmaYZ1RMWynBJgTLg5cxp6C6dzr3JQsNd486td/s1600/_thesewingloft.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQEDKn1HkCLOnnQJcz5XYEHouj1e2T1CIioXsMKGQPtX5TPRyGkyJHqR9k5FNEenfjqYv266a-Y_jdeByy5OcXv7Yy2FfIfXGnp7RzzHzmaYZ1RMWynBJgTLg5cxp6C6dzr3JQsNd486td/s1600/_thesewingloft.gif" /></a></div>
Boy, looking at the photo, it looks messy. You should have seen it before. It was chaos.<br />
<br />
We worked on a self binding receiving blanket. There is a You tube video of this project<br />
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqwdNqMZ8Ro" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqwdNqMZ8Ro</a><br />
<br />
It took us a bit longer than she claimed it would. Mitering the corners is easy but you have to be precise and follow her directions carefully. It was a fun little project. I would do it again. <br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE1MpUthGlBLgyKo-lSsaU69hnfZ-MsMrPwAnAZoMUvFtMzh_c2FGHCnp-UoNmxURBX7xGP6vKwYkrQA7er3KzRzztichDi04SE4v0sF0o2lPWnmqVfa4mo4MXzkKrZlWid-ePo-3_bUiK/s1600/_selfbindingbabyquilt.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE1MpUthGlBLgyKo-lSsaU69hnfZ-MsMrPwAnAZoMUvFtMzh_c2FGHCnp-UoNmxURBX7xGP6vKwYkrQA7er3KzRzztichDi04SE4v0sF0o2lPWnmqVfa4mo4MXzkKrZlWid-ePo-3_bUiK/s1600/_selfbindingbabyquilt.gif" /></a></div>
I used my Singer 201-2 for this project. I had tension problems. Finally I loosened the bobbin tension and changed to good thread. That helped. I wonder if the check spring needs adjustment. Something isn't quite right. Well, good thing I have a Repair Shop right next door.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6c4igswV2QbAj5_8zbcBYW15Ke5I-2AFpK_Ki8wx9ILPq_wHe8raPze2rVtuG1SJMZ6n7tMye1sdBnBx3Etppgo9jlH7odt8kWY0NHU0377aAKeAYtdz8QptBn1NXg-wYQVqPZo4PRTKy/s1600/_201.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6c4igswV2QbAj5_8zbcBYW15Ke5I-2AFpK_Ki8wx9ILPq_wHe8raPze2rVtuG1SJMZ6n7tMye1sdBnBx3Etppgo9jlH7odt8kWY0NHU0377aAKeAYtdz8QptBn1NXg-wYQVqPZo4PRTKy/s1600/_201.gif" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-84243843359533870562012-09-22T19:26:00.003-07:002012-09-22T19:26:57.152-07:00Sewing ClassBetsy and I got up early, headed to Oneonta and taught four wonderful women how to construct fabric baskets. I love seeing other sewers fabric choices and combinations. We had fun, class went well and now there are four more fabric baskets on the planet.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwRgEMJeNLtUtN0R9zZjV5couikRONjOYPIZnHwSZpSGGNltIyHrqqIJhoutazgthJ0iSw_gOj26x0Rvlq8j24b3E7pgFEy9CI2kA-sYXYs9M-hgZwR2sdSKMnUfK65QSxDwgZW3K1C3Do/s1600/_rachel.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwRgEMJeNLtUtN0R9zZjV5couikRONjOYPIZnHwSZpSGGNltIyHrqqIJhoutazgthJ0iSw_gOj26x0Rvlq8j24b3E7pgFEy9CI2kA-sYXYs9M-hgZwR2sdSKMnUfK65QSxDwgZW3K1C3Do/s1600/_rachel.gif" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_Th69U9-FegJVVxiyVF_G7cL4pi4JrcWmJkfwq3tB3WAH7Dio-q-5moucLHVlYHqoIj1xnY6kCqyhbBLRHsgn6z0R2NMKTGlCvVfSngtlI2rzgxfJQI1yQDgWB6K-N1QImBOBQ37z1IQp/s1600/_theothers.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_Th69U9-FegJVVxiyVF_G7cL4pi4JrcWmJkfwq3tB3WAH7Dio-q-5moucLHVlYHqoIj1xnY6kCqyhbBLRHsgn6z0R2NMKTGlCvVfSngtlI2rzgxfJQI1yQDgWB6K-N1QImBOBQ37z1IQp/s1600/_theothers.gif" /></a></div>
Melany, the store owner, was off on a run this morning so I opened up to get ready for class. I pretended the shop was mine for about fifteen minutes. What a dream, to be surrounded by all that fabric ! Just my imagination, running away with me.<br />
<br />
It is a great space, full of light and color. She has an online store, too. Check it out. <br />
<br /><a href="http://www.projectanthologies.com/" target="_blank">http://www.projectanthologies.com/</a><br />
<br />
<br />
Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-41993676288728150082012-09-20T19:31:00.000-07:002012-09-20T20:15:31.414-07:00RE-PURPOSINGSomewhere in my internet ramblings I saw a post about how to make a purse from kids jeans. I decided that I wanted to try that.<br />
<br />
I found a darling little jeans skirt at the thrift store locally for a buck. Turns out, it was a skort. Inside were some cotton shorts. I thought some of tearing them out, but didn't. Instead I cut out the crotch and steam a seamed that fabric to the denim. I lined the bag with some scrap fabric and used a belt for the strap.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNRFxGWzLdYcEzJvv7HIZJtSQFSxaWQwwYeWYK-7l7XQs4w43jH1iAuhfDW0iAJX2uhLkVb2MSIVRpxfK-61H7z9ywfFg6MowqlNevaglqlYvrb1vnsG_iC1Dnvbq_LlzEyWC9dqBWahb7/s1600/_jeansbag.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNRFxGWzLdYcEzJvv7HIZJtSQFSxaWQwwYeWYK-7l7XQs4w43jH1iAuhfDW0iAJX2uhLkVb2MSIVRpxfK-61H7z9ywfFg6MowqlNevaglqlYvrb1vnsG_iC1Dnvbq_LlzEyWC9dqBWahb7/s1600/_jeansbag.gif" /></a></div>
I don't know what it is about me and men's undergarments.. The fabric I used for the lining is adorable as a fabric basket<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxQZOiaCDqr6pnmT4k4VOqHTSWZJ29iZFnpJ14YI0E64kdaw6Pg8enQl3j_05mXlkSGx0Zd-pJV9VGid6AI8Hn8hOXdc8XPjZHE1geyKWI_21KXK5CgT4SQbEp93HKaI6kiEbvO7xDaaFp/s1600/_fabricbasket.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxQZOiaCDqr6pnmT4k4VOqHTSWZJ29iZFnpJ14YI0E64kdaw6Pg8enQl3j_05mXlkSGx0Zd-pJV9VGid6AI8Hn8hOXdc8XPjZHE1geyKWI_21KXK5CgT4SQbEp93HKaI6kiEbvO7xDaaFp/s1600/_fabricbasket.gif" /> </a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
But looks like boxer shorts on the inside of this bag</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpUYTH-DoW6o_vBg_-2E19_32fLtfN0_AK2BrLrASrecEuGQqtpOJddOahAwwlBvziBSQpMUsvGGuqC_rr5Q4Ds4e7MMQY-eMhcR6N-U6VslQTyqLxqBlC3L3OViVqs_mDCgN1V4lILdEw/s1600/_jeansbaglining.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpUYTH-DoW6o_vBg_-2E19_32fLtfN0_AK2BrLrASrecEuGQqtpOJddOahAwwlBvziBSQpMUsvGGuqC_rr5Q4Ds4e7MMQY-eMhcR6N-U6VslQTyqLxqBlC3L3OViVqs_mDCgN1V4lILdEw/s1600/_jeansbaglining.gif" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
The fabric was from a scrap I got from Melany at Project Anthologies <a href="http://www.projectanthologies.com/">http://www.projectanthologies.com/</a> I was practicing for the fabric basket class. The little jeans skirt was from our local thrift store as was the belt. The snaps were from a stash. The bag cost 2 bucks in materials and a whole lot of fun to make. I have two other pair of little kids jeans shorts. I can't wai to see what evolves from them!</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-9775215735722395102012-09-04T19:36:00.000-07:002012-09-04T19:36:23.706-07:00Fabric Baskets<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
Betsy and I are teaching another sewing class at Project Anthologies in Oneonta this fall. Fabric Basket. Melany, the store owner, thought this would be a good project. So we are on for September 22. It is a fun little project, really. I found the pattern on line. <a href="https://sew4home.com/projects/storage-solutions/you-asked-4-it-structured-fabric-baskets">https://sew4home.com/projects/storage-solutions/you-asked-4-it-structured-fabric-baskets</a> I made some modifications and eliminated the handles for this basket.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5GsRfgGE1SXrzfg89mqLfiSGIDE9ak1VEQP75WVkdGU_65avxywlyoGC7BvWMs74Jt7E4W72N40cauXbLmnLwQt_nDQxKUY57cMdombGiEdC1oDYC26lee9TvNfWhQg6mrygtd6X1FSk1/s1600/_fabricbasket.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5GsRfgGE1SXrzfg89mqLfiSGIDE9ak1VEQP75WVkdGU_65avxywlyoGC7BvWMs74Jt7E4W72N40cauXbLmnLwQt_nDQxKUY57cMdombGiEdC1oDYC26lee9TvNfWhQg6mrygtd6X1FSk1/s1600/_fabricbasket.gif" /></a></div>
She makes a hem on the top of both the lining and the basket and then stitches it together with the wrong sides together. I put the lining inside the basket right sides facing, stitched along the top and left a gap and then insided it out. Its bulky with the interfacing, but I think it is less work.<br />
<br />
This one has handles. I used sew-in interfacing vs fusible. I like it better. It is also heavier and gives the basket more heft. BUT it is not so forgiving with the inside out method. I think that I will try the hem method next. I will also make straps that are not so thick. Still, I think it is adorable and a fun little quick project.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3g11GjF6AD60yQ6m2bDeSG29_gvr7-VwAa8H4BPARjSlu1MqcxEJoFuD9fCNbMhLjHJhvFwJBVNMbfU0NQzQv9qcC-_ahtkvmgu4Enu78TTQG7AcAojwOADJez2WXPVwhDHzKDEVWLNaq/s1600/_anotherfabricbasket.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3g11GjF6AD60yQ6m2bDeSG29_gvr7-VwAa8H4BPARjSlu1MqcxEJoFuD9fCNbMhLjHJhvFwJBVNMbfU0NQzQv9qcC-_ahtkvmgu4Enu78TTQG7AcAojwOADJez2WXPVwhDHzKDEVWLNaq/s1600/_anotherfabricbasket.gif" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-81781803916468088772012-08-07T19:57:00.000-07:002012-08-07T19:57:46.754-07:00All bagged out<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgabzu2dKwpMe6DdAtwsHcH8Ck7RhCpIcDPowrv-wVBqWtoCIfatD1oGJuTIJw2N4RNalxY66jNvCOsAAAXu9Fw6YPmelIUFJ1wbuKiP9_-d8tmWDW3WyVS22SgIUrxtHIyZyKzFkPtrI8D/s1600/_celticknotbag.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgabzu2dKwpMe6DdAtwsHcH8Ck7RhCpIcDPowrv-wVBqWtoCIfatD1oGJuTIJw2N4RNalxY66jNvCOsAAAXu9Fw6YPmelIUFJ1wbuKiP9_-d8tmWDW3WyVS22SgIUrxtHIyZyKzFkPtrI8D/s640/_celticknotbag.gif" width="372" /></a></div>
A gazillion years ago, when I was way into quilting, I made a celtic knot quilt. It stayed on the bed for many years until it wore out. I don't know where it is now. I suppose it is tucked away somewhere, waiting for me to fix it. <br />
<br />
I came across some rejected squares as I was "cleaning" this weekend. I found the fabric in my stash and made it into a bag. Betsy and I are teaching our last class on Wednesday. Guess what we're making? A tote bag. I am pretty tired of practicing the class projects. So I decided to gussie up the demo bag and came up with this idea. I love it. I used fusible interfacing so that it has some heft and I turned up the corners on the bottom to give it some shape. Vera Bradly it aint. But then it didn't cost me an arm and a leg. Its original, for sure. Shoot, maybe I can quit my day job with all the money I save; grooming my own dogs(<a href="http://mysewingmachineobsession.blogspot.com/2012/08/do-it-yourself.html">http://mysewingmachineobsession.blogspot.com/2012/08/do-it-yourself.html</a> and making my own totes.......Nah.Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-84334917539818718862012-08-04T18:07:00.000-07:002012-08-04T18:07:29.760-07:00RevisionI did not like it, not at all. I did not like the way the strap came out on Anna's bag. So I went to the thrift store and found an old belt for a buck. I took off the rectangle "rings" and used them on the bag. Much better.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9SDWwSNZ9-t5Er46ihsGNH-CeuOSVsSLzHtrkbEF1hZnlGO3PZsMUSZAxuwQU134rDEASmOet1lTXyPQHgi4l6XQ6avPtDt1jHvJEDhrYVFAsXsYSgVmbDPi8egjN0Flgb_MuFelDzRQE/s1600/_annabag.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9SDWwSNZ9-t5Er46ihsGNH-CeuOSVsSLzHtrkbEF1hZnlGO3PZsMUSZAxuwQU134rDEASmOet1lTXyPQHgi4l6XQ6avPtDt1jHvJEDhrYVFAsXsYSgVmbDPi8egjN0Flgb_MuFelDzRQE/s1600/_annabag.gif" /> </a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
I made tabs and I also made the strap narrower. It is still just as comfy. But I like this better. </div>
And for comparison...<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjagPk0zS1vGdSCNEmNXcOGmo4vEvDemZ3Mn-41PK7Vfp810TrsLA1WNUX3R5GF636v8AnimWmvJlJ0-KJYlj2vw09yS563wSP9EI5bV1MCC6biOMOk5zOkd7m2vICpoQpfEB9SgZPIfFIw/s1600/_bag4.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjagPk0zS1vGdSCNEmNXcOGmo4vEvDemZ3Mn-41PK7Vfp810TrsLA1WNUX3R5GF636v8AnimWmvJlJ0-KJYlj2vw09yS563wSP9EI5bV1MCC6biOMOk5zOkd7m2vICpoQpfEB9SgZPIfFIw/s1600/_bag4.gif" /></a></div>
I am pretty much all bagged out. We have guests coming and I really should attend to tidying up the place, giving dogs baths and haircuts and perhaps dig into that new Davis. Or finish a couple of things I have started. Or not.....Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-17343172034412610222012-08-04T12:17:00.003-07:002012-08-04T12:17:32.844-07:00Is it Magic?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgt649CZC8nosCQ9FAbUxKllWert7RQgymeVDMiCQvnYkceJC90wgaB68ohBG3-yxHTF1tRifAbbHfiH3I0ItVQ78-1P6IOuwovyfPCJbq4OMCOaKoeUBh2YAkEm6u0P0tlO9uCd1aa5mB/s1600/_davis.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgt649CZC8nosCQ9FAbUxKllWert7RQgymeVDMiCQvnYkceJC90wgaB68ohBG3-yxHTF1tRifAbbHfiH3I0ItVQ78-1P6IOuwovyfPCJbq4OMCOaKoeUBh2YAkEm6u0P0tlO9uCd1aa5mB/s1600/_davis.gif" /></a></div>
I have wanted t find a Davis Sewing Machine for about three months. There was one at an Estate Sale in Utica earlier this summer. I just couldn't get there. <br />
<br />
Earlier this week I had a phone call from a friend of a friend. She had a Davis for sale. It was only 25 miles away. Today I went to look at it and well, another machine came home with me.<br />
<br />
I have noticed that when I decide that I want a machine, that machine pops up with in weeks usually. Is it Magic? The same thing happened with the Singer 31-15. Last December I decided I wanted a heavier duty machine, preferably a treadle. By January I had the 31-15 at home.<br />
<br />
Of course, this phenomenon is not so mysterious with machines that are abundant. The Singer 66 with the Lotus decal was another "magical appearance." But, oddly enough, I have not seen many Lotus decals since I found mine. I wish I could. I want one that is nicer. There, now maybe one will pop up.<br />
<br />
<br />Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-6509148093510640562012-08-02T04:27:00.000-07:002012-08-02T04:27:38.094-07:00ARTClass went well last night. Everyone had beautiful colors and wonderful projects. So gratifying to see people who don't sew learn and CREATE. Betsy kept telling everyone "That's not a mistake, this is ART."Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-83178761129281505812012-07-29T19:39:00.001-07:002012-07-29T19:41:19.540-07:00What a ShamBetsy and I are teaching a class to beginning sewers this coming Wednesday. We have had most, if not all of the students in a previous class. Hopefully they will remember some of what we taught them. Especially how to thread the machine.<br />
<br />
We will be making a pillow sham from three fat quarters. I never work with fat quarters. I always just used regular dimensional fabric. This has been a challenge. We wanted to keep it simple and keep the cutting to a minimum. As a matter of fact, the plan is for us to do the cutting....that way we might get out of there on time this week.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeujHqpdOPq63w69xdS2pHiIUCa_KvjOnI8366VAZPEn07ucRNmKGHdMg6gg9EvmcIjlI3JSfzhxC1lwhAC1K0M0hurtZrQX7tUcQwSmZrF8eUMlhvBsLGkZiR9agLSAXXJEwycyttrzQo/s1600/_sham.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeujHqpdOPq63w69xdS2pHiIUCa_KvjOnI8366VAZPEn07ucRNmKGHdMg6gg9EvmcIjlI3JSfzhxC1lwhAC1K0M0hurtZrQX7tUcQwSmZrF8eUMlhvBsLGkZiR9agLSAXXJEwycyttrzQo/s1600/_sham.gif" /></a></div>
I had these fat quarters in my stash. They were a gift. Thank goodness I had them; saved me a boat load of time cutting up some fabric into fat quarters. Well, I had to cut some of my own stash into a fat quarter because when I cut the original fat quarter I cut it wrong. Hence the purple that doesn't quite match. But check out the stitches. See how much that 201 likes white thread? <br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCxhsrgHF-0e0Lua-s-WYc-iGe1jAHtEhLh2_l0GD-cRBsZcjxt9VPRzyfkA9Tv5XjWfwBcgat4XG8X3XzKBQWh8ZvOlZJ11iIk52Rt_dKMugKQIvl6A92HLgfZo9XEt1wxuuHe5cuhhXq/s1600/_sham2.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCxhsrgHF-0e0Lua-s-WYc-iGe1jAHtEhLh2_l0GD-cRBsZcjxt9VPRzyfkA9Tv5XjWfwBcgat4XG8X3XzKBQWh8ZvOlZJ11iIk52Rt_dKMugKQIvl6A92HLgfZo9XEt1wxuuHe5cuhhXq/s1600/_sham2.gif" /></a></div>
This was the third pillow cover like this I made. I made the first at Betsy's yesterday and the second this morning on the 31-15.(We awoke to the alarm clock choking on a brown out. Fourth time in less than two weeks that NYSEG has failed us). I love this machine. It is so smooth and quiet. No motor. I did have to adjust the belt a couple of times. But I think it is just fine now. Check out the knee lifter. It lifts the presser foot up and when up it lets it down. Way cool.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRxmbGwWlrSCqyWKbwntswA5CUOxjoPIc9WYoHbsSzfA06TD-oIcOIqRiBI9mMgulkeAjU_b2Aa3ooA0wFQGDdmJgPuFquYrkvduL6aKcfSmtl94aCn7Buy-staumnxXt8J3UiJqAewaGD/s1600/_31-15.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRxmbGwWlrSCqyWKbwntswA5CUOxjoPIc9WYoHbsSzfA06TD-oIcOIqRiBI9mMgulkeAjU_b2Aa3ooA0wFQGDdmJgPuFquYrkvduL6aKcfSmtl94aCn7Buy-staumnxXt8J3UiJqAewaGD/s1600/_31-15.gif" /></a></div>
<br />
In teaching sewing to beginners, it is most helpful to keep it very straight forward and simple. The draw string bag class was way too complex. Hopefully this one will be just right. We will keep you posted.Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-1887616574297826732012-07-29T19:11:00.000-07:002012-07-29T19:11:10.829-07:00Bag Day<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
I started this bag in March when Betsy and I were getting ready for our sewing classes that never happened. It is a nine patch quilted tote. I used fabric from Betsy's stash and I love the colors.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD4ADrbozvbH5jtfFRDvd33Z6PW6IGg2Ak-e2iNkFg_HGmXEyG69VyB6joEFEjKSnjApfa3Hg5J6OpzPwKsTNBll2pOC4FA_oHDpL_clFXvFMuNmpwwK1jomxRHES21PzeoJHKxfFs1Mdi/s1600/_bag.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD4ADrbozvbH5jtfFRDvd33Z6PW6IGg2Ak-e2iNkFg_HGmXEyG69VyB6joEFEjKSnjApfa3Hg5J6OpzPwKsTNBll2pOC4FA_oHDpL_clFXvFMuNmpwwK1jomxRHES21PzeoJHKxfFs1Mdi/s1600/_bag.gif" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
I finished it today. It had been languishing on the table for all this time. I originally thought that I would try free motion quilting with one of the 301s. Today I got an itch to FINISH something and so I just used the 201 and stitched in the ditch. I thought that a walking foot would work the best and tried the one from my viking. It is a low shank machine so I thought it might work. Not so. The regular foot did a fine job. More testimony to the wonder of the 201. I know that my Quilt Designer would not have tolerated that really thick batting without the walking foot. I'll put up with the finnicky tension just to have the power of that 201. Plus it sewed through all layers effortlessly when I stitched the bag together.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
It is completely reversible. If you ever wanted to be seen in public carrying a bag that looks like men's pajamas. You can see that I did try some FMQ briefly but that was on one of the Kenmores without a darning foot. It was summarily unsatisfactory. The stitches are tiny and I am NOT looking forward to pulling them out. One night when I am watching a movie.....maybe. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOO-Ik7EwMAs53_kkLmrPSzIovHBMlmMyXJmnU225ZF52dhsn3on1yagA-nE9_XtU9apghX5glhLdKBka1e7-ATXotdrNgu9fp7bMCIp7HJv87HoSgpWhcm1nMfFXHXEriTh3E3EjBofVo/s1600/_bag3.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOO-Ik7EwMAs53_kkLmrPSzIovHBMlmMyXJmnU225ZF52dhsn3on1yagA-nE9_XtU9apghX5glhLdKBka1e7-ATXotdrNgu9fp7bMCIp7HJv87HoSgpWhcm1nMfFXHXEriTh3E3EjBofVo/s1600/_bag3.gif" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
I also finished Anna's bag. I think that the strap is too wide but it is comfy. I padded it with baby crib bumper batting that I had left over from another project. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjagPk0zS1vGdSCNEmNXcOGmo4vEvDemZ3Mn-41PK7Vfp810TrsLA1WNUX3R5GF636v8AnimWmvJlJ0-KJYlj2vw09yS563wSP9EI5bV1MCC6biOMOk5zOkd7m2vICpoQpfEB9SgZPIfFIw/s1600/_bag4.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjagPk0zS1vGdSCNEmNXcOGmo4vEvDemZ3Mn-41PK7Vfp810TrsLA1WNUX3R5GF636v8AnimWmvJlJ0-KJYlj2vw09yS563wSP9EI5bV1MCC6biOMOk5zOkd7m2vICpoQpfEB9SgZPIfFIw/s1600/_bag4.gif" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
It too is fully lined. I think it will hold up for a little while. I plan to make another and I have already figured out how I am going to attach the strap on the next one.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
Max had told me that I should make Anna a big bag with a zipper so I started this one in early June. I finished it today.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_uUHHcOdphr8XBLxoR5M_483bhk1UsxV8Uf97VyktMW7zlUEpbSoBhekaG-4Vw9_w0FVOhSCYNBY431DwBaBNLoawWa4IVLBRUYEtkrPLZqUutTd1y-kWmoFzJXfnmSAXI-FQcC1GoT7G/s1600/_bag5.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_uUHHcOdphr8XBLxoR5M_483bhk1UsxV8Uf97VyktMW7zlUEpbSoBhekaG-4Vw9_w0FVOhSCYNBY431DwBaBNLoawWa4IVLBRUYEtkrPLZqUutTd1y-kWmoFzJXfnmSAXI-FQcC1GoT7G/s1600/_bag5.gif" /> </a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
It is fully lined and I think it would make a great overnight bag. I think I will make a draw string bag for shoes and another for toiletries. A nice little luggage set for a carry on.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvrv7IDYsuCqdgoS0q_o9QZOyXXrKktnSRj4PMAQyuEr2DWzSg43fejkFQqf9e476hNwYRd-yIUZpfbAh02JT2F2N9BVw-Vw5cHUDN7dkJmhVng7O57NZ6-ddmsJTxQ-ShMT1zQRPnUpXG/s1600/_bag6.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvrv7IDYsuCqdgoS0q_o9QZOyXXrKktnSRj4PMAQyuEr2DWzSg43fejkFQqf9e476hNwYRd-yIUZpfbAh02JT2F2N9BVw-Vw5cHUDN7dkJmhVng7O57NZ6-ddmsJTxQ-ShMT1zQRPnUpXG/s1600/_bag6.gif" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
</div>Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712043562480780113.post-23159156001867445612012-07-27T15:17:00.000-07:002012-07-27T15:17:03.666-07:00PlagerismMy daughter in law wanted a zippered tote for her birthday (now more than a month gone.....)<br />
She showed me one she likes. The problem is the strap. It is rope and digs into her shoulder when she carries it. She had some fabric and we bought some lining while we were out that way a month ago. I worked on it today. Finally.<br />
<br />Here is the original. I copied it without permission. (plagerism). I did change the strap. So it isn't really plagerism.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqjOEtzTqGeojjYG1VYneaqkUDUYcOgYE9bXhnpwPvmGFzqFH300jbQiVyHTnBi9mPeCTUTaNgxT8DjVQVVKgk5kaKADaY8px9HCSzKA5AXsGJjVw8qQwnJCTXGJjBdSPJO6kqTlR3J77M/s1600/_bag.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqjOEtzTqGeojjYG1VYneaqkUDUYcOgYE9bXhnpwPvmGFzqFH300jbQiVyHTnBi9mPeCTUTaNgxT8DjVQVVKgk5kaKADaY8px9HCSzKA5AXsGJjVw8qQwnJCTXGJjBdSPJO6kqTlR3J77M/s1600/_bag.gif" /></a></div>
Here is the one that I have made. I used batting for the strap to pad it. It is quite comfortable. I see, though, that the strap is too long. Darn. I basted it first, tried it one and found it fit me perfectly. So I stitched it up with a good stitch. But now, looking at in on the mannequin it clearly is too long. Anna is not as tall as I am, it will be too long for her. Shoot. Good thing I have a seam ripper. <br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcT6nh-0E4IeEAEQamUF2LRXW4_1j8fYLnoY356-r2scozsBe_TyDmpLyHntxJ58NXcIYPnYAf-WWSdUpGbnQmMJJl9SjVmjy5yqUk33tfd7H89SHlBAvJ3skDMLXzJ1UhfmXj6YHnJoSw/s1600/_mine.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcT6nh-0E4IeEAEQamUF2LRXW4_1j8fYLnoY356-r2scozsBe_TyDmpLyHntxJ58NXcIYPnYAf-WWSdUpGbnQmMJJl9SjVmjy5yqUk33tfd7H89SHlBAvJ3skDMLXzJ1UhfmXj6YHnJoSw/s1600/_mine.gif" /></a></div>Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07285943308096103980noreply@blogger.com0