tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post6124131290074076755..comments2024-03-14T16:03:32.434-04:00Comments on Gertie's New Blog for Better Sewing: The Plot ThickensGertiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04314542159287533507noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-57436825681988500052013-02-20T19:12:13.234-05:002013-02-20T19:12:13.234-05:00I have this very machine! I was my great grandmot...I have this very machine! I was my great grandmother's and it's the machine I learned to sew on! I always feel strange when I sit down at a more modern machine as I feel as though something is 'missing'. <br /><br />And-I appologize for posting on such an old post but I only found your blog yesterday and have been slowly reading through your posting archive! :DShawnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04722507671226227620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-5191538266238700302009-11-17T15:24:19.864-05:002009-11-17T15:24:19.864-05:00You are quite adventurous and the journey should b...You are quite adventurous and the journey should be very rewarding.knitmachinequeen (KMQ)https://www.blogger.com/profile/06905640436931172793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-36107145556212586522009-09-05T02:22:39.824-04:002009-09-05T02:22:39.824-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Karin van Damhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05265648838034821590noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-33925188487603597632009-09-05T02:21:01.992-04:002009-09-05T02:21:01.992-04:00Gertie, I'm so excited with you. I can't w...Gertie, I'm so excited with you. I can't wait to hear all your stories about this new twist in your adventure. By the way, I love your new treasure. She looks gorgeous! Only for that fact I would love to have one of those here in my sewing attic :)Karin van Damhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05265648838034821590noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-66632108628102276842009-09-03T21:59:43.071-04:002009-09-03T21:59:43.071-04:00Good luck Gertie!!! I do all of my sewing on two ...Good luck Gertie!!! I do all of my sewing on two late Forties Singers. The only thing I miss about my old (Sixties) machine is the zig-zag stitch option.<br /><br />Happy sewing!Ellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08993405463165749178noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-73905998080595966392009-09-02T23:06:50.929-04:002009-09-02T23:06:50.929-04:00I'm so in awe of your talents! I can't wai...I'm so in awe of your talents! I can't wait to hear how it goes on this machine. I've been wanting a vintage sewing machine for ages but right now it's not in the budget. I can't even imagine what it would have been like to sew using one. I hope it's not as frustrating as you're imagining!eeshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08089566540240912618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-321024457684032042009-09-02T04:52:41.869-04:002009-09-02T04:52:41.869-04:00Wow! this machine is deliriously beautiful!
So mu...Wow! this machine is deliriously beautiful! <br />So much better than my two-years-old, 2818 plastic Singer (which has pink gingham à la BB on it, though). At home we have an antique Singer wich has a dusty leather belt and a cast iron structure, it's quite beautiful too (I love these golden curvy ornaments), but I think i'd never dare using it... far too impressive.<br />Will you make all your projects with the featherweight, or only the VOBBS ones?<br />(by the way, thank you for reassuring me about my English: I read a lot of English/American blogs, but I'm often too shy to comment)Carlottanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-20623333548495188702009-09-02T02:16:32.757-04:002009-09-02T02:16:32.757-04:00That is the greatest sewing machine ever, you luck...That is the greatest sewing machine ever, you lucky thing! What fun!Josephine Franceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15467403316039394846noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-53000170978103294562009-09-02T01:26:11.462-04:002009-09-02T01:26:11.462-04:00That is the exact same machine my mother made all ...That is the exact same machine my mother made all our clothes on. I learned to sew on it, and I used it to make my prom dress and my wedding dress. It is still working perfectly.Maehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13402352199439757697noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-22368206384386470032009-09-02T01:20:44.531-04:002009-09-02T01:20:44.531-04:00Brilliant idea!
That machine is supposed to make t...Brilliant idea!<br />That machine is supposed to make the most beautiful stitches.<br />Can't wait to see them close up(wink)Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15252111376555530552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-39583244372763443882009-09-02T00:59:27.331-04:002009-09-02T00:59:27.331-04:00How fun! I just bought a Singer from 1948 today--I...How fun! I just bought a Singer from 1948 today--I'm pretty excited to use the buttonhole attachment especially! It'll be an interesting change from my regular machine (not computerized, but still newer) and the serger I've borrowed from my mom for the next few decades. <br /><br />Sewing machines seem to multiply, don't they? Best of luck with your beautiful new machine!Amandahttp://www.northfred.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-5463928063039862202009-09-01T21:11:50.820-04:002009-09-01T21:11:50.820-04:00I just adore your blog! Not only do I enjoy readi...I just adore your blog! Not only do I enjoy reading about your sewing adventures, but I also like your writing style! I look forward to reading about your adventures with your new toy!Kathihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11152942097072530468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-41780276339978727392009-09-01T16:43:33.435-04:002009-09-01T16:43:33.435-04:00Hi, I am sure you quickly grow to love your new ma...Hi, I am sure you quickly grow to love your new machine. My mother happily used her Featherweight from the early 1950s when she married right up until the late 90s when its motor burnt out and rather than get it fixed she bought a "new" 1970s machine.<br /><br />She sewed wonderful clothes for herself and my sister and me all through that time. I learned to sew with it and used it all through the 1970s until I left home. It was a lovely little machine.<br />Enjoy.Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06659929017085133209noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-41218660182703313952009-09-01T15:32:51.420-04:002009-09-01T15:32:51.420-04:00ROFL, I use a machine that doesn't even USE el...ROFL, I use a machine that doesn't even USE electricity. It's not that bad, you'll get used to it in no time, although if I got a newer machine, I'd go for the 50s 201.<br /><br />As to finishing, check into french seams. It gives it a beautiful finish and less work.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-8313515845099797462009-09-01T14:53:28.118-04:002009-09-01T14:53:28.118-04:00Good luck! I sew on a vintage Singer and love it. ...Good luck! I sew on a vintage Singer and love it. I can't wait to see the finished clothes you sew on it. And I'm sure sewing without all the gizmos of a modern machine will make you a better seamstress. Have fun!Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16621589278068001456noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-21600204535991434582009-09-01T14:21:00.213-04:002009-09-01T14:21:00.213-04:00Wow, thanks for the tips and encouragment, everyon...Wow, thanks for the tips and encouragment, everyone! Michelle, I totally see what you're saying about setting in sleeves. That will be a big help!<br /><br />aurelia, great link! Thanks so much. I like her method of pin easing and then hand basting.<br /><br />Dolin, I will definitely be checking out that Yahoo group. Thanks for bringing it to my attention.<br /><br />lsaspacey, that's a good point. It's a woman's perogative to change her mind at any given moment, right? :)Gertiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04314542159287533507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-6128467784425936802009-09-01T14:12:36.680-04:002009-09-01T14:12:36.680-04:00Although mine is quite young by comparison (1974 K...Although mine is quite young by comparison (1974 Kenmore 1813 Zig Zag) I specifically sought out an older machine when I needed a 'new' one. I wanted something similar to my mom's old 1970 Kenmore. She has a brand new Babylock with all the fancy stuff - she only does quilting now - but she kept the old Kenmore around for whenever she needed to hem my dad's jeans. She said that she made EVERYTHING with it back in the day, from baby clothes to prom dresses to curtains and jeans and that nothing beats it.Kerryhttp://kerry-litka.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-89632773419155068552009-09-01T13:04:44.024-04:002009-09-01T13:04:44.024-04:00Congrats Gertie! I have a 1950's Featherweigh...Congrats Gertie! I have a 1950's Featherweight and love it. They make the most beautiful stitch. The vintage inspired wedding dresses that I custom make are all stitched with my Featherweight (after being basted together by hand). Free-arm's, while handy aren't necessary. Most of the older machines don't have them.<br /><br />Since they don't have all the bells and whistles, you can do a lot of the maintenance on it yourself. You might want to join a Featherweight group on Yahoo. There are some really knowledgeable folks out there, that can help you with most any problem you may have. Make sure to check that the electrical is all okay before using. Have fun with this great little piece of history.Dolinhttp://www.lulubliss.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-32809230499366174942009-09-01T12:24:23.555-04:002009-09-01T12:24:23.555-04:00What a sweet machine!
Have you seen Anne's po...What a sweet machine!<br /><br />Have you seen Anne's post on setting in sleeves on Gorgeous Fabrics?<br /><br />http://gorgeousthings.blogspot.com/2009/01/setting-sleeve-in-to-armhole.htmlaureliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04740549144591949341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-43608276387443983482009-09-01T12:05:27.668-04:002009-09-01T12:05:27.668-04:00I am so happy that you found one! Good luck!I am so happy that you found one! Good luck!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-13288886036529482452009-09-01T11:40:38.514-04:002009-09-01T11:40:38.514-04:00You're very brave, best of luck! I can underst...You're very brave, best of luck! I can understand how it would feel "more real". :-)Annahttp://www.twitter.com/annakaffekannanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-82522909568214357372009-09-01T11:33:39.343-04:002009-09-01T11:33:39.343-04:00What a fantastic idea! I can't wait to hear y...What a fantastic idea! I can't wait to hear your thoughts on sewing on an older, solid, basic machine vs. the more sensitive computerized ones we use now.jenna!https://www.blogger.com/profile/16754411566357685542noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-12666742432959707552009-09-01T11:09:53.712-04:002009-09-01T11:09:53.712-04:00Don't worry! I have the utmost confidence in y...Don't worry! I have the utmost confidence in you. As to sleeves, I set mine in like Michelle. My Bernina 180 has a free arm but I learned on a older machine that did not so old habits prevail. And I seldom used my serger - I really prefer a pinked seam allowance. Serging just adds alot of bulk and the pinked seam allowance doesn't mark the the outside of the garment when it is pressed.Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08849170792165073465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-12077150796550194992009-09-01T10:51:45.169-04:002009-09-01T10:51:45.169-04:00Okay, remember you are making the rules, you can a...Okay, remember you are making the rules, you can always alter them or completely change them too. Good luck!lsaspaceyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17058968076601943527noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-29036402263750281582009-09-01T10:43:15.328-04:002009-09-01T10:43:15.328-04:00My regular machine is a 1958 Singer 401J Slant-O-M...My regular machine is a 1958 Singer 401J Slant-O-Matic in cabinet. I also have a Bernina 730 Record (1965/1966) and an Elna Supermatic from 1954. The Singer has half built-in/half cam stitches, the Bernina has all built-in, and the Elna has all cam. I grew up using a Husqvarna Viking from the late 60s, and I DESPISE sewing on my mothers new plastic machine. Plastic is hideous and awful to use. If anything breaks, the thing needs to be tossed or costs and arm and a leg to fix. <br />There's a lot of fans of vintage machines out there, many of whom have Feathweights and love them. I hope you fall for the old gals too!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com