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.
I have a National Sewing Machine Company Model RBR sewing machine from between 1950 to 1954. It is in a cabinet. However, the instruction book says Model R40. Can you tell me the value of this machine? It was my Mother's. Thank you so much for your help.
Bill Lynn
william.lynn@baesystems.com
ANSWER: Dear Bill,
I am sorry I am not able to help you.
My expertise relates to miniature or toy sewing machines only.
However, if you scroll back through similar questions on my page(s) you will find links to website where you might find someone to help answer your query.
Regards,
Irene
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QUESTION: Thank you Irene. If you can direct me to your page (web address), I would appreciate it. Thank you so much.
Answer Hello Bill,
The links listed below all relate to domestic or home sewing machines. These links have contact information and hopefully your questions about your home sewing machine will be answered by someone who is more familiar with these machines than I am.
Good luck.
Irene
