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My Mother in law died and left a toy Stitchwell sewing machine. It is in very good condition and I would love to learn more about it, including what it might be worth.
I also have one that is called Stitch Mistress...it's a very basic, old machine. Would you have any information on it?
Hello Sandi,
The Stitchwell Sewing machine was made in the USA by the National Sewing Machine Co, Belvidere, Illinois. I would suspect that your Stitch Mistress is a variation of the Stitchwell. The NSMC made many variations of the Stitchwell machine.
It is always difficult to place a value on an item without a) seeing it in person or b)knowing the exact condition of the piece.
The USMACS (International Sewing Machine Collectors' Society) may be able to assist you with a value.
http://www.ismacs.com
Irene
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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. 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.
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