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 Hi Irene,
I am not sure if what I have is considered a toy machine or not. Its a old childrens singer machine. It is fully functional. I have the built in table to go with it. I was wondering if you might know what exactly I have and possible value. Do you want pictures?
Thanks for any help you can give!
Allison
Answer Hello Allison,
Thanks for your query.
Yes please - pictures are most helpful. Also, please provide me with a detailed condition report on your machine and also any/all markings, decal info. etc. that might be on the machine. You can attach photographs to the AllExpert format or send them to me at:
xtahoeviews@yahoo.com
Regards,
Irene
