Collectibles-General (Antiques)/sewing machines

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Hi Irene,
I would like to talk with you about Free sewing machines.
You said you didn't have much info about them. I don't either, but would like too. My Great Grandfather was the president of that company at one time. Thank you for any info you may have.

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Hello Kathryn,
Thanks for contacting me.  I do not have a whole lot of knowledge when it comes to domestic home sewing machines other than what I can find off the internet and some of the information I have gathered for my personal files over the years.  My knowledge is more in the vein of Toy or Miniature collectible sewing machines.
If you read back through my Q & A sections, you will find reference to a website link that takes you to the Smithsonian archives.  This may be your best place to research your Free sewing machine.  If you are able to further your research and you are willing to share it, please do not hesitate to email me and I will happily share it with others who may also be searching for this information.
Regards,
Irene

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Irene Schwall

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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. 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.

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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.

Education/Credentials
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