AboutIrene Schwall Expertise I have been a collector of antique sewing tools and thimbles for over 30 years. I am also a dealer in this field and sell on eBay under the name -- serengeti2.
Please note:
I am NOT, and I repeat NOT an expert on antique or vintage domestic household sewing machines used for everyday home sewing -- I can offer help when it comes to TOY or miniature collectible sewing machines ONLY.
Experience My expertise is in ANTIQUE sewing or needlework tools & thimbles, gold, silver, brass, ivory, bone etc. Modern thimbles are not necessarily my strong point but I may be able to help so don't hesitate to ask. I am also very well versed in the identification of Hallmarks on sewing collectibles.
Organizations Thimble Collectors International
SCTC - Southern California Thimble Club
SDTC - San Diego Thimble Club
OTS - Ohio Thimble Seekers
Priscilla Nutmeggers - CT/MA/NH
Dorset Thimble Society - UK
Rund um den Fingerhut - Germany
www.925/1000.com
Cyberthimble on Yahoo
Publications I belong to Thimble Collectors International & I chair the committee 'Publishing/Grants' and oversee the research and publication of booklets relating to sewing tools and thimbles.
I have also had articles published on needlework related topics.
Question i was wondering how much my machine was worth its a singer model # 251-2 please let me know what you think>>>>>>
Answer Hello Maria,
Thank you for your query. In order for me to help you, I need additional information. The model number is not enough to go on.
Is this a toy machine? If not and it is a domestic household sewing machine I cannot help you. My expertise is in TOY machines.
If it is a toy or miniature sewing machine:
What condition is it in?
Do you have all of the attachments --i f they came with the machine?
Do you have the instruction manual?
Can you send me a photo? If so, please send to me at xtahoeviews@yahoo.com
Thank you.
Irene
