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 Hello--
--I am curious about the date of production of this sewing machine; the best that I can narrow it down is between 1897 and 1919. I've seen the advertising fliers, but they do not appear to be dated.
I have this machine and am wondering how common it is. Is it something that a Rockford museum might appreciate?
Thanks!
Answer Hello Anne,
If your machine is a household or domestic sewing machine, I cannot help you.
My expertise is in antique thimbles and needlework tools as well as toy or small sewing machines.
Please read through prior Q & A's and you will find various links that might be of help to you. I have provided numerous links to other sites that deal in domestic sewing machines.
Regards,
Irene
