These machines were not just functional but true works of art in themselves.

She's absolutely gorgeous! Well done! May I share some advice with you? Please dont take her to a repair shop unless you know they like vintage machines. There are shops that also sell new pieces of junk and don't like vintage machines and want to sell you some of their new junk. There are some techs that even sabotage the machine and say it cant be repaired. These machines are rather easy to service. Always use TriFlow for lubricating. And never 3 in 1 oil. It has a wax base and will gunk up your machine. And to repair this, it has to be burned out of each joint. I enjoy your videos, keep them coming! Yes, I am a repair tech who loves these ole gals. :-)

A year ago I had one VSM, I now have 26. FB marketplace will get you every time!

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

OMG!! I would need another house!!

@vaccavo

2 жыл бұрын

Yes!!!!! Same with me. Yesterday, I bought a Singer dated 1910. Today, I bought a Elna Zig Zag! Market Place is like bankrupcy!

@rynnarokh3895

2 жыл бұрын

Yeeah. In January i bought my first antique sewing machine, a 1916 model 66. I now also have a 99k, a 127, a 128, and 2 VS2s (only 1 of which works)

She is just gorgeous!!! Congratulations on your new acquisition!! I can totally relate to the fear of breaking something! I went nuts and bought a 1912 Singer...I think 27K with the Sphinx decals but ours do look very similar!! They are such gorgeous machines! I can see why you can't just buy one! I want a treadle next. I actually never sewed anything in my life.........still haven't! I'm oddly intimidated to hell!! lol I just gave her a polish with a little Singer oil and she looks FAB!!! Mine was dull but now is much shinier. My first round was trying to load up the freakin' shuttle......... I watched 27 videos, read the manual until I was cross-eyed, cried, screamed, took a warm bath and then finally got it!! Jeez, I'm usually not that much of a dolt!! Today I think it's time I start trying to get this old gal doing what she does best...actually SEWING! I thought I'd look up what the number 1 song was when the Titanic left port and see if that helps. Scratch that, horrible music!! lol Good luck with your new baby, I hope all goes well!!

I totally relate! I bought a 15K to learn and repair it. And in less than one month I bough another one! Enjoy it. Those are wonderful piece of history!

I got 4 machines last year. I'm looking for one just like yours, with the coffin top. Your next addiction will be the attachments to go with your machines.

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

Oooo! Hope you find one! And yes, it already started 😅

How beautiful!!! Congratulations! I love my old Singer machine. I made my school summer uniform dresses on it in the 70s (we had to! No off the peg ones). I wish it wasn't so heavy but otherwise I love it.

Nice model 28. These old machines can be really addictive, but easier to deal with than a backyard full of old trucks and heavy equipment.

It's a beautiful machine! Such a lovely find! Thanks for demonstrating how It works, I've always wanted to see how they operate. It would be great to see you make a dress with it. Those old black Singers are the BEST. I just bought a Singer 15-91. I think they work much better than the new sewing machines and let's face it they are very old but they still run like a top!

The vibrating shuttle is amazing when you actually see it slip through the loop

Oh my goodness, she is a beauty!

This is how it starts! Soon enough you will have your own collection, just wait :D

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha ugh! I’m going to need more storage 😅

@hampurista

4 ай бұрын

Hahaha. Sewing machine addict here. I just smuggled an Adler 30-7 ( a WORKING shoe patchet) into the house. I was 100 % sure that this will be the last... but still watching these videos.... no space, no space, no space....

@AnnabelleAndBensAntics

4 ай бұрын

@@hampurista I've been telling my self no space for the last year and now I have 5 mini sewing machines that fit in my draw... There is always a loop hole!

Looks like you found a real GEM! Thanks for sharing this wonderful video!

I loved your video! Especially when you add music to it. My daughter just brought me a 1906 28K last night! Lots to learn!

Fantastic! Good morning beautiful young lady. Thank you for sharing your new prize with us. I love it. I love your pretty blouse and your gentle energy. I just bought an old singer 2 days ago.... 2 weeks ago I began sewing. I've acquired 5 more sewing machines since then. Buying a treadle machine today and a big old cylinder bed machine soon. All because I am learning to make boots. What a blessing! Regards, Jaime

I just finished making pyjamas on a similar machine from 1919. There's no backstitch, so often you have to tie off the ends by hand (which I quite liked). I did a bit of research on how to service it and if you haven't already, get a clean and dry paintbrush and dust it all out. Pick any dust bunnies out and oil the machine really well. The sound it was making is because it is dry and you don't want the metal to wear. I then took the tension bit apart and cleaned it out and buffed the discs with oil lightly and checked the timing... There are a few service manuals online, luckily mine didn't need any timing help. I hope you enjoy using it!

@4486xxdawson

2 жыл бұрын

For back stitching on a shuttle , you stop at the end of the stitch lift pressor foot pull fabric back an inch or so and stitch over the existing stitches , i found that works well , hope this helps

@ronalddaub5008

Жыл бұрын

It's easy to backstage with a treadle machine or a machine with no reverse you just turn the material around and stitch it

@ronalddaub5008

Жыл бұрын

@@4486xxdawson that's an even better way to do it

It's gorgeous! Doesn't even matter if it works - it's a work of art. Enjoy!

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

I know! But I’m sure happy it does! Thank you 😊

Bob Fowler has some great videos on redoing your machine yourself. Yes it's worth it. You can get so much done with supplies from the dollar store.

Welcome to the club! I love my Singer 28 K hand crank, I often craft where there are electricity/extension cord issues. It’s been super useful. Mine is 1913.

Beautiful machine. Happy you were able to find it.

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

🥰 thank you!

I am so glad that I am not the only one with a vintage/antique sewing machine addiction. I recently purchase 6 in 3 months.

@whatssewingon3511

2 жыл бұрын

OMG 6!!!??? So jealous! I barely have room for the ones I have!!

Just discovered your channel. Love this machine. Great find!

Im addicted to buying antique sewing machines. I just love them. Absolutely gorgeous things. Just bought a Featherweight 221 in fab condition. Your machine is beautiful and im pretty sure i have a similar one. 😊

your are lucky/blessed to have the opportunity to own such amazing singer machines (or iconic vintage items). I, for one, is a sucker for vintage items, especially that it is difficult for me to acquire one in my place. I just want to say that this was a nice video and i enjoyed and learned a lot form it. May you have a nice day. God bless.

Its the only sewing machine you will ever need! I have the bowtop version 128k. This is the only machine i use. Congratulations. Its a great buy. Learn to look after it, and it will last another century. They just work. Beautifully. Every time.

Great video. I believe that some of the decals actually can be replaced, even now. Thanks for the content. Keep up the good work. BS'D

I was just gifted a treadle sewing machine with a coffin top or wood bonnet (apparently there’s a Facebook group that is into them). I think I was gifted it the day after I saw your last video. I haven’t really played with it yet or researched it’s age. A handyman came to install a new ceiling fan in my sewing space and asked if I wouldn’t by any chance want an old Singer treadle sewing machine. Does a child say no to candy!?!? I’m not exactly sure if it is Singer because it’s faded where the name usually would be.Congratulations on your second antique sewing machine 🥳

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

That man was a sewing God visiting you, disguised as a repair man. That’s the best story ever!! Hopefully, you’ll be able to read the serial number! That should tell you. Is there a singer medallion in any of the sides? They may have held up better than the decals! Congrats on yours!!

@noemir8262

3 жыл бұрын

@@whatssewingon3511 At the end of the needle plate the number reads 283038. I started looking up information and got confused so I gave up. I’ll try again.

Well this is a beauty,,,I could not say no,,,and I would certainly bye it,,,,so enjoy it!!! New subscriber ,,as I love your machine and you are real sweet.

Love the info on the machines ❤

Grate machine. I have a singer 66 red eye, year of manufacture 1918! I'm excited to about this machine's!!!

Beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

I have one exactly the same that I inherited! Great video!

So pretty! I have a 95-15, two featherweights and two 301’s. Plus an old Janome and a newish Singer. I’ve never seen that bobbin winder and bobbin case but i do own one of the cases. Thrown in a Singer attachments box.

That bobbin winder is sooo cool! Wonderful machine. I have quite a collection of vintage machines including 3 Husquvanas, the lovely green ones. Oh, and 7 vintage typewriters as well 😉

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

WOW!! OMG I love old typewriters too! I haven't bought one... maybe one day!

@jaishemajames4554

2 жыл бұрын

Complicated with all that gadgets manually..but interesting.....

You are not alone!! It's a natural obsession. lol. Mine are Husqvarna Vikings. I wished I could contact you privately to let you know 1,001 reasons why you should have bought this machine. I'm not an antiques collector nor a Singer sewing machine fan. You will love the first thing you make on it. If you take it that far. I just found this video on my recommended list and had to send you a message. I don't know anything about you or your channel, but I will watch more. Don't you love how that shuttle sews? It looks so sweet the way it double bobs the needle down to make the stitch. Enjoy!!

You have right!!! I have olredy 3 of them! Go on... With all my blessings!!!!!

Your machine is beautiful!!! Beware those antique sewing machines are addictive. I started with one. I have 19 now counting the 8 antique toy machines. 🙋🏽‍♀️🤗🤣 Love them all!!

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

Wow!! I would need a bigger place for that many 😅

@MarleyBu

Жыл бұрын

I know! I have 10 and still going 😂

She’s beautiful!

I have the same machine!! I love it! Love the video!

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊 enjoy your machine!

Thank you very mutch for your démonstration et lesson

It's so beautiful! The case really is gorgeous and the leaf design is * chef's kiss *. Also... I'm not laughing at you, I'm laughing (hopefully) with you. 😂

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

I know! I love it! And laugh away! I’m just sitting over here trying to figure out how I can covertly bring in and hide a treadle...

@darklymoonlit

3 жыл бұрын

@@whatssewingon3511 I feel ya - if I knew how to do that I would have done so already. They're so lovely!

Gorgeous!

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

It is 💕

I love vintage machines. I am on the lookout for a crank machine. What a nice find. I suggest finding a Singer 301A, this is my favorite machine to use. Happy sewing.

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

I’ll have to keep an eye out for one! Thank you!

Neat channel! Can't believe you don't have more subs!! New Sub here....the 1949 Singer brought me here. It was given to me today by a friend. 🥰

I just brought home a Singer 1910 hand crank! AHHHHHHHHHH! I LOVE it!

It's so nice that Singer sewing machine. Ok 👍 Boat shuttle nice. I have two the German sewing machine Frister & Rossmann and Dürkopp Wilhelmina Queen of Netherlands hand crank sewing machines.

This is very relaxing 😌 thank you

@whatssewingon3511

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

I just bought a Singer 128 that came in a bent wood case that's from 1950. Essentially it's the same machine. Only mine has the Godzilla finish with basic decals. It came with an electric light and motor but, I like the hand crank machines better. So, I installed a spoked hand wheel and crank. It works perfectly! No fuss over having to deal with tangled cords or trying to fiddle with an electric outlet.

Don’t feel bad. They are addictive! Last month I bought a 1955 hand crank Singer 201. Well, this week I have a 1941 hand crank 201 coming!

This gives me hope to restore my 1892 singer... Beautiful machines.

@JesusisKing222

2 ай бұрын

Do it!! It’s so fun and I’m just a beginner!

Such a beauty! To fix the problem with the sliding panel, you can put a pieces of thick leather or cardboard on the corners under the machine base, this will lift the machine a little bit. That’s how I fixed mine

Colour me jealous! What a treasure!

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

🥰🥰 right?!

@AprilAiteen

Жыл бұрын

@@whatssewingon3511 Hey! Have you sewn anything using this machine yet? I just finished a VERY not professionally made shirt on mine. So much fun!

I have the exact model and year. They are so beautifully made they will still be working 100 years from now.

You're crazy! I LOVE crazy... so I might be having a bit of a crush - but I'm also loving your other content, so yes I subscribed. Stay crazy.

I have gone and obtained the same two machines, the 99k I learned to sew on, sI got one then. Then a elderly friend gave me the the hand crank one which is being serviced now. Both sew beautifully…….. BUT no more machines! My 1910 machine had similar issues to yours, but it’s 100 years old!

You did good!

Great purchase--even a week after your first great purchase! Looking forward to a potential Jane A project! Just an observation--I wonder if there may be some part of the mechanism that sticks a bit which may cause that clicking at each stitch? I mention this after watching Bernadette B's earlier vids in which she uses her hand-cranked Singer--i do not recall it clicking like that. I doubt it is a major thing, rather, just something that occurred to me. Happy antique sewing!

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

Hmmm.. I’ll have to look more into it, but both machines do it. I’m wondering if she edits the sound for voiceovers/music?

You are funny! Just found you. Yep, this could be an obsession...in addition to my two modern Janomes, I have a 1902 Singer (given to me), a 1962 Singer (the machine my mom-in-law taught me to sew on), and a 1958 Singer machine my husband found in a thrift shop for 8 dollars (after spending $35 more on it, it runs like a race car). I try really hard not to look at any online, as there is NO room for them in my house!

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

💕Happy you're here! WOW!! So many! I completely agreed, I've been avoiding browsing them online! I also don't have room for any more... well at the moment, I'm sure I could make it though..... 😅

Not sure if you still have the issue of not being able to open bobbin case , just get some cork pads with one side sticky , cut and fit to lip that the bed rests on , it will jack the machine up just enough to help ya and still soft for no noise . I have a 1895 28 same issue , fixed now ..great video

She's a beauty. So it turns out that Covid is actually the year of the sewing machine. Which is a remarkable thing, when you think about it. There's planet-wide back-orders on the new ones. You have a vintage power machine and now you have a vintage hand crank. You've got the experience of the 20th century at your fingertips. Well done. If you need a distraction to keep you from buying another is there's always presser feet to track down. - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

So true!! I’m so happy to have found them! I am definitely on the hunt!

@stevezytveld6585

3 жыл бұрын

@@whatssewingon3511 3FTERS in Athens, Greece on the etsy. I've given him money, because he has a zig zag foot from the 30's that doesn't cost your first child...

@stevezytveld6585

3 жыл бұрын

@@whatssewingon3511 Small update on the zig zagger I got all the way from Athens. Broke the first time I used it on a project. It... was one of those weeks... Ebay has "automatic zig zaggers" that are more robust (circa the 50's). The only thing you have to watch for is some are for slant-o-matics and some are for straight stich machines. Waiting on Can Post to bring me my new toy so I can maybe, actually, finally finish the projects that are currently in mock-up purgatory...

Welcome to the club, bought my first one two years ago, I now have 6, the last one a 1900 27 that I wound up completely stripping, painting and restoring.

I have got two . One from 1936 and another just like you have done. The other ix 1908. Both were in very poor condition but I have cleaned and service them and they a working just 🙂 👌

Love yours, I have the exact same machine in possibly the same year. I’m envious, I don’t have the green manual that you have.

I believe the boxed machines were not so much meant to be portable, but more likely they were easier to handle in a household than a threadle, and the box was for safe /dustfree storage, the handle to get it out of a cabinet for example and lift it onto the table you'd repair your kids' clothing on! That's just what I've come across last year (while hoarding the machines oops) and it seems plausible 👌🏻 Also you are so getting that threadle. I told myself I hadn't enough space in my appartment, then I moved to a house... and got a 1925 Singer 66K threadle 😂❤

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

Interesting!! That makes a lot of sense! As of now, I have not contacted her! I’m proud of myself! I’ll keep you posted 😅

Now you can sew even when the power goes out!🤣🤣🤣. Don’t even ask me how many antique and vintage machines I have. I refuse to count. 😉

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha that’s what my dad said!! Looking forward to a summer storms! Sewing by candle? Must try! That will be my answer from now on! Thank you!

@palinoidx6632

3 жыл бұрын

@@whatssewingon3511 I've been told that having a headlamp handy for these occasions will be very helpful. ;) (I have the headlamp, been looking for a hand crank machine for a while!)

I have a 1905 28K Singer as well, J159**** serial starts, use it on my leather items that I don't hand stitch. Great indestructible machine.

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

One day I’ll take on leather!

uuuu you 're talkin like a person who is about to buy a treadle machine in "bad" condition. And I am living for it!!! I have to remind myself all the time that I can only sew on one machine at a time. As in, I don't have four arms ... yet. But if I came across these two babies you have now ... I would have two more machines. Yes! Is it obsession? Naww it is passion! Love! Also I have to add that in the middle of this huge quarantine mess I went to an estate sale and bought a Juki Industrial machine for $95. I like that I want an industrial machine, a treadle a hand crank and everything in between ...

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha I know! I’m trying to talk myself out of buying the treadle!! The internal struggle is real! You’re completely right, it is a passion! Let’s buy all the machines 💕💕

@TheVelvetKitten

3 жыл бұрын

@@whatssewingon3511 Challenge accepted!

It is going to be an obsession I have 16 of them

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

😅 😅 so I keep hearing!!

Im currently restoring an 1886 with beautiful Sphinx decals. . It was previously a treadle and was converted long ago by tne looks of it. She stitches beautifully. However the 27k from 1910 which arrived at the same time, is really not behaving itself and the needle isnt taking up the thread from the bobbin! Guess its the timing. My favourite machine is my lovely 99k hand cranked which I’ve sewn on for years. I thought to replace her with a modern electric Singer, but I pefer the 99 everytime.

Keep telling yourself it’s not an obsession! Denial is a place I visit often.

@whatssewingon3511

2 жыл бұрын

Save me a seat and order me a Guiness, please!

Extraordinary condition for 1905, I have a 1906 and it looks about 100 years older, well bought.

I / WE all miss you and your videos. You Are Missed ... Hope & Pray To See You Back Again SOON. !! THANKS .. Prayers To You .

I have that singer shuttle machine from 1895 and you can also hear the shuttle when it sews and I also discovered that the button that rotates where the winder is where the reel is filled, when turning counterclockwise, until it hits When you lower the needle and sew, it is to tie a knot in the stitching and then return to its place all clockwise to sew normal 😁

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

On FB Australia 1893 treadle with gothic casket box in excellent condition Boxes must have been made by coffin builders and so Victorian

Nice machine. You're turning the handle the wrong way when you're winding the bobbin. the needle clamp is on backwards--the screw should stick out to the right. I'm also concerned about the shuttle noise--something's amiss with the timing or clearance or something.

@whatssewingon3511

2 жыл бұрын

Oh thank you!! I'll make sure for next time!

Cool I have six of hand crank sewing machine.

Nice video! I was wondering: On page 11of your maual, fig. 12 shows the tension release knob in front of the tension discs. In the video it looks like on your machine it's placed behind the tension discs. Can that make a difference? Greatings from holland

Tighten the screws on the underside where the machine is attached. I can see they are loose. It should fix the problem of " sinking" also these have to be oiled often. Like weekly. Love your channel!

I have a 1888 'fiddle base' Model 12K and just bought a 1895 Model 28K for £12. The top of the case is missing and the machine has had a 1950s electric motor fitted. Works fine though and I have the early 27K/28K instructions and box of fittings. The hinges on yours look loose and looks like you need to replace the rubber pads for the base to sit at the front. Love these machines.

@whatssewingon3511

2 жыл бұрын

Oh my! 1895!! Lovely!!

You can place felt pads on the lip edge to help the machine sit higher in the case

I honestly thought the decals would be worse off when you were talking about it before you opened it. In the world of antique Singers those decals are in quite good shape!

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

Ooo! Thank you, that’s good to know!

Just the box!!!

I would have bought that machine, too!

My 1893 28K just arrived from the U.K. and worked like a dream right out of the box! (I have a 1871 Willcox and Gibbs chainstitch machine arriving tomorrow). I thought I was okay with my 1903 VS27 treadle, but once the bug bites us, I guess, that's it! (By the way, Jane Austen was 1810, not 1910... but the projects sound fun anyway!)

@whatssewingon3511

2 жыл бұрын

I didn't even know. but yes!! It looks so similar! There's a reason I love wallpaper hahaha

Gracias

are treadle machines that look like this the same model series?

I think antique is 100 years old or older. Vintage is anything 100 years or younger. Vintage singers are a joy to sew on I have 7 of them! 😁

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

That’s a good rule of thumb! Antique it is! Wow! 7!! Maybe one day!

@jmdenison

2 жыл бұрын

there are no laws....but maybe that's so granma is only vintage and not antique, well at least in most cases!

Very nice looking machine, just polish up the metal and good to go. if course we all know to clean the machine with SMO. someone definitely used the wrong cleaner on it. it's beautiful!

@whatssewingon3511

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!! That's what I had assumed to! Oil is always the way to go! Thank you!

I have the addiction😂

When you hinge the machine over you will see there are two leather height spacers one at each end with a small nail through them which will need replacing until you get a chance to do that just get a paper towel and fold it over a few times and put one at each end under the machine to pack it up a bit so the cover plate slides out

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'll look into this!

I think i have one of the same or at least similar model, i got i today for free, i'm currently trying to find out how to use it, it does need a clean up and some oil to.

Loved watching your super videos, where are you now?

I have one like that. But can't figure out how to run it. 🤔 no hand crank but no place to add a foot pedal. ????

If you ever think of selling this beauty, please think of me first! I'd be happy with a similar machine if you know of another one. 👍👍

Dear that looks like my Afrana sewing machine.😮

Hi I have a 1902 singer 27k I don’t have a manual could pleas tell me what needle size and where I can get them thank you

@whatssewingon3511

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure you can find one online in PDF! The manual for mine is for the 28K, so I wouldn't want to give you the wrong instructions if it is different. Needles would be the 15x1 (flat to right), I have found mine thrifting, but I'm sure you can order them online!

1894 machine easier to fix and probably more rare, especially if it's a fiddle base model 12 singer. I have 2, love them. if that's what it is and you get it, make sure the boat shuttle is with it along with the coffin lid.

@whatssewingon3511

2 жыл бұрын

I'll have to keep an eye out! Unfortunately, it was sold before I could second guess my decision! Probably for the best though - Farley would be sleeping outside.. with me - I wouldnt have room!

Please please tell us how much it cost you, it's beautiful :-) x

You are too funny. Enjoy.

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

🤪 thank you! I will!

I started with just one.....then it gets very addictive..

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

I’m sensing this. Sewing isn’t just a hobby, it’s a collection of fabric, notions, and machines... lol

@diamondtrinket

3 жыл бұрын

The problem is that there isn't just Singers, there's Jones, Frister and Rossman, the list is endless and they are all so pretty ❤️

@whatssewingon3511

3 жыл бұрын

don't remind me 😅😅