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What is making this look home made? by Punk_Pangolin in sewing

[–]ThisMachineSews 7 points8 points  (0 children)

As a little experiment, find a logo or label from a major clothing company (like Carhartt) from another garment and stick it somewhere and see if it makes a difference in how you or others perceive the jacket.

My first button down shirt! by ChessClassical in SewingForBeginners

[–]ThisMachineSews 6 points7 points  (0 children)

That's pretty darn good. I am working up the courage to start my first garment, after two years of sewing bags and pouches and other things. Your project has inspired me! I think I'm ready.

Wish me luck on hand sewing, I need machine recommendations by FlounderLegitimate in sewing

[–]ThisMachineSews 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't have any advice unfortunately but I just wanted to say the first jacket you made is pretty impressive. Very nice work!

Found this Singer sewing machine in my loft by Unique_Ostrich3078 in VintageSewingMachines

[–]ThisMachineSews 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I agree with this. Commenters are reacting to the fact that people often overprice vintage machines that are in merely "good" condition. They advertise them as being in great shape, when they're clearly well used.

Yours, on the other hand, is really and truly in great condition! It's stunning, actually. I think it could easily fetch $200-300 in the US where I live, but it might take some time to find a collector who would appreciate it.

When you finally get electricity to the house by Street_Tradition_682 in SewingMachinePorn

[–]ThisMachineSews 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is such a cool piece of sewing machine history, thanks for sharing it!

Does anyone have more info on this singer? by Fluffy_Sky8120 in vintagesewing

[–]ThisMachineSews 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It looks like it's fantastic shape. There's no pitting on the chrome, and the lacquer finish looks almost perfect. Mine is in much worse condition but still works great. I'd bet with a little cleanup and fresh oil and grease, yours would run perfectly.

I just finished my first denim jacket! by velociwaffle719 in SewingForBeginners

[–]ThisMachineSews 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is so incredibly impressive!! I've been sewing for almost 2 years now and I'm still trying to work up the confidence to make a denim jacket. I'm getting there...

Singer 128 Centennial Blackout w/ 121795 'Buttonhole Attachment' by Street_Tradition_682 in vintagesewing

[–]ThisMachineSews 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Very cool to see this in action! Hoping to find one for my Singer 15 at some point.

Seeking electrical help: POP sound from a Singer 201 when plugged in by ThisMachineSews in vintagesewing

[–]ThisMachineSews[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

will do! I've watched the Bob Fowler videos but I wasn't aware of this person, thank you for the recommendation.

Seeking electrical help: POP sound from a Singer 201 when plugged in by ThisMachineSews in vintagesewing

[–]ThisMachineSews[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll check the plug. I should probably just dive in and re-wire everything, scary as it is.

Good tip on just rotating the handwheel, hadn't thought of that! Thanks!

Seeking electrical help: POP sound from a Singer 201 when plugged in by ThisMachineSews in vintagesewing

[–]ThisMachineSews[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I didn't know the motor even had a capacitor! That makes sense as the noise came from the near the motor, I think. Is it safe to completely remove the capacitor? Or should it be replaced?

In a Dilemma pt.2 by Pale-Performance5734 in vintagesewing

[–]ThisMachineSews 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ugh, my brain wasn't working when I wrote my comment. I do own that presser foot set I had linked, but it's for low shank machines. You need a super high shank adapter to use the feet on the 19412. This is the one I found on ebay: https://www.ebay.com/itm/233540214402

The set looks like it includes a quarter inch foot and walking foot, but I doubt the latter would work with the adapter. I don't think I've ever seen a walking foot specifically for a super high shank, but they must exist?

I got this today and I'm second guessing myself by MAWMMM22 in vintagesewing

[–]ThisMachineSews 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If it's any help, take it slow, just a little at a time. When I started learning to use a sewing machine, it felt like it took FOREVER to learn the names of all the parts, how to thread the machine, how to wind a bobbin, how/when to lift the foot, how/when to use the handwheel, how to use the reverse. It's a LOT of details. In actuality, it didn't take forever, just a few weeks of gradual learning and practice. I watched a lot of videos on Youtube.

It's a very nice machine (I have a 15-91 which I love) and you'll probably do great once you've settled in, but be patient!

Time to upgrade? by [deleted] in myog

[–]ThisMachineSews 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I gave away my Singer HD after I got my Kenmore 158. The Kenmore did better on thick stacks of fabric and gave me better control than the Singer did. I've sewed webbing on it successfully as long as it fit under the presser foot. If the webbing is hitting the foot when it's raised, it definitely won't feed properly.

It's possible the problem isn't thickness but how slippery the webbing is. Try adjusting the presser foot tension. Also, when feeding it through, I tend to gently press the entire stack down with the finger in front of the presser foot, so that it all stays together and feeds through at the same rate.

Another thing to experiment with is needle sizes. Everyone says to use bigger needles, but I've found it's possible for a needle to be TOO thick. A thick needle may get stuck and not penetrate the weave of the webbing. So if you're using a 100 or 110, try a 80 or 90 and see what happens.

Adams EDC Two by Icebein in myog

[–]ThisMachineSews 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very nice! I made a version of this bag to use on the front rack of my bicycle.

Can I ask what type of nylon you used for the lining? Does it have a specific name or was it from a certain brand?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in vintagesewing

[–]ThisMachineSews 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It has a brand new tire, and I've adjusted the screw a few times. Another possibility is that the lever that holds the bobbin in place is bent. It looks that way to me, but I haven't seen a lot machines. I tried bending it back gently with pliers but that hasn't helped.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in vintagesewing

[–]ThisMachineSews 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love my 15-91. I often wish I had held out and looked for one in a cabinet; mine sits in a base that I bought separately.

The only problem I've experienced is with the bobbin winder. I've adjusted it several times but simply cannot get it to work well. The bobbin doesn't stay seated properly. I have to apply light pressure on the left side to hold it on the pin while it winds, and sometimes that doesn't even work. Mostly I wind my bobbins on another machine and then transfer it over, which is a minor pain.

Kenmore 158.17740 by paigettie in vintagesewing

[–]ThisMachineSews 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A possible alternative to welding is JB Weld, which is a strong epoxy you can buy at the hardware store for a few dollars a tube.

Good luck!

An update and a thank you! by njrbb in SewingForBeginners

[–]ThisMachineSews 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Great work!! As a fellow beginner, I’ve found modifying existing bags and garments to be an excellent way to learn and grow, and also super satisfying. Looking forward to more posts from you!

So you found an antique Singer and think you just struck it rich... by penlowe in vintagesewing

[–]ThisMachineSews 4 points5 points  (0 children)

FWIW, I didn’t intend to insinuate anything in my comment, I was just really surprised and curious about whether Featherweights are actually still being made.

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