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| thimble question | 10/27/2009 |
Q: I have a plastic thimble that says: KEEP EN. V. IZAC IN CONGRESS Any ideas on this? Thank you
A: You have a political thimble obviously. These political campaign thimbles were a popular item during ...
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| Grandma's sewing tool | 10/26/2009 |
Q: After my mother died we found a leather pouch belonging to my grandmother with two metal tools. The ...
A: Can you please include a photo with this query. It is far too difficult to decipher what this might ...
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| Confirmation of Old Sheffield Plate | 10/24/2009 |
Q: I read your instructions and will forward additional images. I have already taken these two items to ...
A: I have taken your photos into Photoshop and made them larger. I cannot get a 'open hand' out of the ...
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| Antique Singer Sewing machine | 10/3/2009 |
Q: We have an old Singer electric sewing machine that was my Mother-in-law's. I have used it at her ...
A: I believe what you have is a full-sized home or domestic sewing machine. This is not my expertise. ...
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| new home sewing machine | 10/3/2009 |
Q: I recently acquired my grandmother's New Home sewing machine and am looking for some parts for it. I ...
A: Regretfully, I am not an expert in the home or domestic sewing machine. My expertise as far as ...
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| buttonhole cutters | 9/29/2009 |
Q: There was a writer named Susan that had obtained a buttonhole cutter. I am a tailoring student and ...
A: Unfortunately I am not at liberty to share the questioner's email addressed with you. Perhaps there ...
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| Sewing Machine | 9/28/2009 |
Q: I have a Singer Little Touch %26 Sew, Model - 67A3. How can I find out the value and if there is a ...
A: Are you able to attach photos of your machine? If you can send me clear photographs and also a ...
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| Scissors/tweezers | 9/9/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased an item at an estate sale and can not seem to identify it online. It looks like ...
A: I would suspect that this item has nothing to do with needlework - my area of expertise. Could ...
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| betsy ross sewing machine model 707 | 9/9/2009 |
Q: Is there a manual available for this machine? The one I have works well except it has no bobbin. I ...
A: I do not have a manual for the Betsy Ross. I do have the threading instructions which I would be ...
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| Wooden Thread Spools | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I have a friend whose father owned a dry cleaner business in the late 40's & 50's. Just as most dry ...
A: The spools really do not have any great collectible value at all. They were made in the thousands ...
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| another KAYanEE Sew Master | 8/31/2009 |
Q: Irene, I just bought a toy sewing machine at a garage sale today! It's a KAYanEE Sew Master, model ...
A: This is always most helpful for ID purposes. KAYandEE Corp. of America, New York, New York. BERLIN, ...
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| Elna Junior | 8/17/2009 |
Q: We have just purchased an Elna Jr. Serial #103543 in dark green, with a green clamp and a "red" ...
A: Unfortunately I am not an expert on repairing these toy or miniature machines so any advice I might ...
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| Little "Boye" Blue | 8/14/2009 |
Q: Here's a photo as you requested. I included one of the front with a ruler for size and one of the ...
A: I have been trying to research your exact item but no luck. But, I did find a reference for DeLong ...
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| free sewing machine company | 8/11/2009 |
Q: i recently received and old treadle machine entitled free sewing macnhine company and was wondering ...
A: I cannot help you with your query I am afraid. My expertise as far as sewing machines go is in the ...
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| toy sewing machines | 8/9/2009 |
Q: I have two toy machines that I cannot get to work right. One is a GPT and it runs fine but the ...
A: I only collect these machines, I do not use them to sew with, sorry. If I might direct your query to ...
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| Dorcas thimbles | 8/5/2009 |
Q: I have a small collection of thimbles and wondered if I could send a attachment for you to view? ...
A: I can be of assistance to you re: thimbles. Please send me as much information as you can about each ...
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| vintage sewing tools | 8/5/2009 |
Q: I have always thought they were bone handals but i wonder if you can tell me more about them how old ...
A: The tools have bone handles and the needle case is also bone. Date and provenance has been given ...
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| vintage sewing tools | 8/2/2009 |
Q: I have always thought they were bone handals but i wonder if you can tell me more about them how old ...
A: The sewing set dates to the Victorian Era and the provenance is England. I can see a needle case, an ...
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| antique sewing machine | 8/1/2009 |
Q: I don't see any writing on this, except for very vague lettering on the side of the machine, which ...
A: I am afraid I cannot be of assistance to you. My expertise is in antique needlework tools, antique ...
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| Boye Pocket Screw Driver | 7/29/2009 |
Q: I found a small about 1 1/2 inch four sided screw driver. I would love to learn about its origins ...
A: My expertise is in antique sewing tools and thimbles and not in 'general tools'. However I believe ...
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| Kenmore antique sewing machine | 7/27/2009 |
Q: We inherited a Kenmore DeLuze Rotary sewing machine in it's original, wood holding table(both in ...
A: I am sorry but I cannot assist you. My expertise is not in full-sized home sewing machines. I can ...
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| Silver Pin Cushion | 7/23/2009 |
Q: I aquired a silver pin cushion about 10 years ago. The pin cushion apparently came out of a royal ...
A: If your pincushion was sterling silver, it would be marked. Even Continental silver would be marked ...
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| Silver Pin Cushion | 7/23/2009 |
Q: I aquired a silver pin cushion about 10 years ago. The pin cushion apparently came out of a royal ...
A: Your pincushion depicts the Roman legend of Romulus and Remus, twin sons of Rhea Silvia and Mars, ...
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| Singer machine | 7/20/2009 |
Q: I hope this mail finds you well? After recently house clearing an elderly relative, we have found a ...
A: I feared as much. My expertise is in the collectible, toy or miniature variety of sewing machines. ...
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| sewing needle | 7/18/2009 |
Q: I have a sewing needle,but don't know what it's used for or how old it it.It is like two long ...
A: Can you please send your email address to me at: xtahoeviews@yahoo.com Please reference 'sail making ...
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| sewing needle | 7/17/2009 |
Q: I have a sewing needle,but don't know what it's used for or how old it it.It is like two long ...
A: It is really tough to just go from a description so I'm not sure I'm on the right track here. Photos ...
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| Rough Estimate | 7/17/2009 |
Q: I have a Singer Sewing machine which I believe is 1903, with a cabinet. Serial No: 8301698. I is ...
A: My expertise when it comes to sewing machines is in the Toy or Child's antique collectible variety. ...
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| Standard Sewing Machine | 7/15/2009 |
Q: I am trying to date my STANDARD Treadle Sewing machine. It has STANDARD on the wooden cabinet as ...
A: As I have stated so many times before when it comes to sewing machines I am only able to help on the ...
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| Wood sewing box with sewing tools | 7/13/2009 |
Q: I bought this box at a yard sale.The lady that had owned a lot of boxes that I bought had passed ...
A: Unfortunately I cannot give you detailed information or a value. This is an attachment box for a ...
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| Toy sewing machines | 7/10/2009 |
Q: I have 6 miniature (toy) sewing machines I would like to sell. Can you advise the best way or place ...
A: eBay is probably your best bet to sell your toy sewing machines. If you do not already have an ...
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| KAYanee Toy sewing machine | 7/8/2009 |
Q: I have one of these and elderly friend gave me to sale for her. I can send pick of machine and box, ...
A: If you are asking me what your machine is worth I need for you to give me detail information about ...
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| Thimbles | 6/28/2009 |
Q: My dad collected thimbles throughout the 80's and last year he generously gave them to me. ...
A: Firstly, are you able to photograph the thimbles? If so that would be a good start for me o help ID ...
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| National Treadle Sewing machine | 6/22/2009 |
Q: I have a National two spool treadle sewing machine in a four drawer cabinet. I believe it is from ...
A: I am sorry I am not an expert in domestic or household sewing machines. Please submit your question ...
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| vulcan sewing machine | 6/19/2009 |
Q: i have been sorting through my cupboards and have found a Vulcan classic sewing machine , it is ...
A: Pearce, I had an query from a Carol Pearce -- are you related as this seems to be the same query. I ...
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| parts New Home Sewing machine | 6/16/2009 |
Q: I bought a New Home treadle sewing machine...missing one part..the part that holds the needle (to a ...
A: My expertise is not in domestic or household sewing machines. As far as sewing machines go, I am ...
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| strange wooden thimble | 6/11/2009 |
Q: ..I wonder if you can help identify this object for me. It appears to be a wooden thimble - though ...
A: No I do not mind that additional photos be sent to me at xtahoeviews@yahoo.com. The more photos with ...
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| KAYanEE Sewing machine | 6/9/2009 |
Q: It wouldn't let me do a follow-up question. My sewing machine is NOT battery operated, and it has ...
A: No more questions -- I believe I now know what you have. Thank you for your patience and for ...
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| children's singer sowing machine vintage | 6/5/2009 |
Q: It has Made In Great Britian on it. It also has a an emblem with Singer Manufacturing Co. on it. It ...
A: Singer made hundreds of thousands of these toy machines so if you are able to take a photo, the ...
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| KAY an EE Sew Master Sweing Machine | 6/3/2009 |
Q: I also have one of these machines from my childhood. Made by KAYanEE Corporation of America - New ...
A: I need the last few questions answered and then I think we are as close as we can get to a ...
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| KAY an EE Sew Master Sweing Machine | 6/2/2009 |
Q: I also have one of these machines from my childhood. Made by KAYanEE Corporation of America - New ...
A: Okay -- let's try it this way. I have no access to model numbers so providing the model number does ...
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| thimbles | 5/28/2009 |
Q: I bought 5 thimbles in a little shop in Stratford-on-Avon in 1986. I was told that they were made in ...
A: Are you able to send me a photo of your thimbles please? My expertise is not in modern thimbles but ...
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| child's Singer hand crank chain stitch machine | 5/25/2009 |
Q: I would love to know approximately what year this machine was made. ...
A: You have a Singer SEWHANDY Toy Sewing Machine, Model 20. These machines were made in a variety of ...
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| toy sewing machines | 5/18/2009 |
Q: I spent a look via google to some of the questions about toy sewing machines. I am able to identify ...
A: Hallo Axel, Vielen Dank für Ihre Website, die auf meine Aufmerksamkeit. Ich werde auf jeden Fall ...
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| buttonholer | 5/13/2009 |
Q: I have this buttonholer can you tell me something about it and what's it is worth? thanks.
A: Your buttonholder dates to around the 1950's and according to research, it is compatible with the ...
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| Kay An EE Sew Master Instructions? | 5/11/2009 |
Q: I recently bought a Kay an Ee Sew Master, of the hand-cranked variety, and cannot figure out how to ...
A: I'm afraid that I do not have the threading instructions for the toy machine that you have ...
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| Little Mother toy sewing machine | 5/9/2009 |
Q: I have this machine from when I was around 4 years old and am now 63. I would like to know if I can ...
A: I do not stock parts for toy machines I'm afraid. You might want to try contacting the ISMACS - ...
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| old german sewing machine | 5/7/2009 |
Q: I have an old german sewing machine wich is from 5 generations in my family. Is a Title&Nies (or ...
A: Is this a toy or miniature collectible sewing machine? I have never heard of this brand of machine ...
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| Vulcan Sewing Machine | 5/6/2009 |
Q: I have an old silver grey Vulcan machine and would like to know, if possible how old and its value. ...
A: eBay is a good place to sell but the fees can add up. You pay to list and pay again if the buyer ...
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| Vulcan Sewing Machine | 5/5/2009 |
Q: I have an old silver grey Vulcan machine and would like to know, if possible how old and its value. ...
A: This helps me in proper identification. Your little Vulcan was sold with and without a wooden base. ...
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| miniature, manual Singer sewing machine | 5/5/2009 |
Q: I have a miniature, manual Singer sewing machine. It is about 7" high by 6-7" long (don't have a ...
A: If you can provide a photo that would be enormously helpful. The Singer Co. made thousands and ...
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| Vulcan Sewing Machine | 5/5/2009 |
Q: I have an old silver grey Vulcan machine and would like to know, if possible how old and its value. ...
A: Are you able to post a photo of your machine? This would be most helpful. Does your machine have the ...
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| antique sewing table | 4/17/2009 |
Q: I found an antique sewing table at a garage sale.. can u help me figure out how to get some kind of ...
A: I am assuming that what you have found is a full-sized sewing table for a household or domestic ...
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| Pelouze Measuring Guide | 4/13/2009 |
Q: Hope you can help. I run a group at church and in the process of cleaning out an old closet (where ...
A: I'm sorry that I don't have any more information on your measuring gauge. Without the actual patent ...
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| Pelouze Measuring Guide | 4/11/2009 |
Q: Hope you can help. I run a group at church and in the process of cleaning out an old closet (where ...
A: Your mystery item is a hem gauge or measure. Hem measures are much handier than a ruler or tape ...
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| antique Baby sewing machine | 4/9/2009 |
Q: I sent a few photos to the above address () What can you tell me aboaut it and it's value. Thank you ...
A: This is a small cast-iron machine and it was sold in a wooden box that said "Everybody wants a ...
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| OLD PINCUSHION | 4/8/2009 |
Q: I have an old (antique?) pincusion that I believe was my grandmothers. It was with my mother's ...
A: Your cushion appears to be American - Shaker and it was obviously hand-made. Although not in the ...
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| toy/miniture Singer machine | 4/3/2009 |
Q: My wife found her sewing machine from her childhood (approx 1965) in our attic recently. I tried it, ...
A: Firstly, have you sent me an email with photo under the name "James"? If so then I have the photo ...
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| pinking shears | 4/2/2009 |
Q: My wife has a pair of pinking shears she got from her grandmother.They say"Betsy Ross' with aflag in ...
A: Without seeing a photo of your shears it is very difficult for me to judge if they have value or ...
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| Vintage miniature sewing machine | 4/2/2009 |
Q: My mother and I would appreciate any information as to origin, age and value that you may be able to ...
A: Are you able to photograph both sides of the sewing machine without the box? I think this is a ...
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| toy sewing machine | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I would greatly appreciate any information about this sewing machine. Thank you very much. ...
A: I jut opened my Yahoo mail this morning and found your other photos. Then I found your email telling ...
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| I have a standard vibration sewing machine | 3/28/2009 |
Q: in a wood case..... 4 drawer. I have found some letters and numbers. my grandmohter was 100 when ...
A: I believe, from your description that your machine is a domestic or household sewing machine (full ...
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| Old bone or ivory sewing kit with gold utensils | 3/21/2009 |
Q: Before I moved south, I had an old ivory colored sewing kit -approx.3-4 " long and 3 " wide. It it ...
A: From your description, it sounds like a fitted sewing set or etui. These are sometimes called ...
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| OLD PINCUSHION | 3/19/2009 |
Q: I have an old (antique?) pincusion that I believe was my grandmothers. It was with my mother's ...
A: Before continuing, can you please give me a full condition report on the pincushion. From the photo ...
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| Unmarked - Old Sheffield Plate Candlesticks? | 3/12/2009 |
Q: Hope you can help me. I have been given conflicting information about my candlesticks. I've been ...
A: In 1773 Sheffield was granted its own assay office and in 1784 silversmiths were allowed the ...
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| i need some answers about antiques | 3/12/2009 |
Q: can help me I have an antique family heirloon that my mom gave me' it's a desk that is about 400 ...
A: My field is antique needlework tools, hallmarks on silver and gold. Please resubmit your question ...
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| Speedy Stitcher Tool | 3/2/2009 |
Q: I just came across a Speedy Stitcher for sewing heavy material. I came from Sportsman Post in NY and ...
A: These are neat sewing tools. I have included a link for you -- it will tell you all you want to know ...
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| Little Mother Sewing Machine | 2/26/2009 |
Q: i just bought my first house and found one left there. Fully operational in the original box. It ...
A: Your best bet would be to sell it on eBay. Do a search for Toy Sewing Machines and you will see ...
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| 2 silver? thimbles | 2/26/2009 |
Q: I have 2 thimbles that I would like to learn a little more about. One is perhaps Art Deco style. Not ...
A: Without actually knowing the maker of the 2nd thimble (silver one) it is impossible to say with ...
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| 2 silver? thimbles | 2/25/2009 |
Q: I have 2 thimbles that I would like to learn a little more about. One is perhaps Art Deco style. Not ...
A: this is most helpful. Thimble on the left = Fluted design. A metal 'everyday' thimble (zinc ...
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| Little Mother toy sewing machine | 2/25/2009 |
Q: I am interested in more information (manufacturer & date of manufacture, value) on a toy tin "Little ...
A: it is always most helpful for me to see the object being discussed. The LITTLE MOTHER toy sewing ...
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| Standard sewing machine. | 2/19/2009 |
Q: I have just purchased a portable standard sewing machine, deluxe model. It is in excellent ...
A: I am not an expert in domestic household sewing machines. I can only help you with Toy or ...
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| the girl sewing machine co ltd | 2/19/2009 |
Q: I have come across an old looking sewing machine with the girl sewing machine co ltd on it. it has ...
A: I'm sorry but I can not be of assistance to you as your machine is a domestic or household sewing ...
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| the girl sewing machine co ltd | 2/19/2009 |
Q: I have come across an old looking sewing machine with the girl sewing machine co ltd on it. it has ...
A: Firstly, are you able to include a photograph of your sewing machine? There was a GIRL toy sewing ...
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| Vintage Toy Sewing Machine | 2/17/2009 |
Q: I believe I have an Late 19th Century Bermer & Bruckmann "Colibri" Toy Sewing Machine. The only ...
A: You have the Colibri machine if there are hummingbirds. Bremer & Bruckman of Braunschweig, Germany ...
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| Vintage Toy Sewing Machine | 2/16/2009 |
Q: I believe I have an Late 19th Century Bermer & Bruckmann "Colibri" Toy Sewing Machine. The only ...
A: Does your machine have a hummingbird on it? Check the base and also the tinplate cover please. ...
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| Red-KayanEE Sew Master | 2/16/2009 |
Q: I have a red vintage small sewing machine. It has floral decals on it. It is old, the hand crank ...
A: Please provide photos of your toy sewing machine. Please also provide me with a detailed condition ...
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| KAY an EE | 2/15/2009 |
Q: I've noticed that you've answered questions regarding KAY an EE kids sewing machines in the past. ...
A: Please realize that without actually viewing your machine in person, my opinion as to value might ...
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| Thimble Findings | 2/10/2009 |
Q: You were helping me with a Germany stamped thimble. You stated that it is Gilded. Here is the ...
A: Your thimble was most likely made by Soergel & Stollmeyer. Gilding = a base metal that is coated ...
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| Thimble/more Information | 2/6/2009 |
Q: I came across this thimble and liked the fleur de lis pattern on it. Can you tell me anything about ...
A: We are getting closer. Now ... are you able to take a clear photo or draw and scan the design that ...
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| Thimble/more Information | 2/6/2009 |
Q: I came across this thimble and liked the fleur de lis pattern on it. Can you tell me anything about ...
A: I'd still say that the thimble is probably gilded. Remember though it is hard to tell from just a ...
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| Thimble | 2/6/2009 |
Q: I came across this thimble and liked the fleur de lis pattern on it. Can you tell me anything about ...
A: Firstly is the photo representative of true color of the thimble? If so then I suspect that your ...
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| thimble | 2/5/2009 |
Q: I have a sterling silver thimble with a "coat of arms" symbol on the top inside. Very decorative ...
A: It is virtually impossible for me to begin to answer your question without seeing a photo of your ...
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| Antique green glass top Thimble | 2/3/2009 |
Q: I found an old thimble that has a green glass top with 3 leaf clovers going around it in a band and ...
A: As I suspected, your thimble was made by James Swann (& Son). Samuel Henry Swan took over the ...
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| Antique green glass top Thimble | 2/2/2009 |
Q: I found an old thimble that has a green glass top with 3 leaf clovers going around it in a band and ...
A: Are you able to take a photo of the thimble? If not then I'm pretty sure that what you have is the ...
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| thimbal | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I saw your response to someone about a thimble marked M.T. Pat'D with the thread cutter on the side. ...
A: There are many types of gadget thimbles and also different thread cutters. If you have one of these ...
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| sewing machine | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I have an old 1900 sewing machine that has a desk and open sp and the sewing machine sits on the ...
A: From your query I believe you have a household, full-sized domestic sewing machine on a stand. If ...
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| Searching Antique WebSite | 1/16/2009 |
Q: Irene Schwall: We are owners of an Antique Store in Montevideo, Uruguay, South America. We would ...
A: Are you presently selling on eBay? There are other websites like Ruby Lane where you 'create a ...
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| thimble and sock darner | 1/15/2009 |
Q: The thimble was my great-grandmothers. I've tried to ID it but no luck. She was Swedish. The wooden ...
A: The thimble is American, sterling silver, size #9. The design is circles and abstract flowers. ...
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| coats &clark's spool holder | 1/14/2009 |
Q: I would like to get more of the coats and Clarks spool holders. It is a cardboard box & the top has ...
A: I think you are asking me where to purchase additional Coats and Clark spool holders. If this is ...
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| Child's Crystal Sewing Machine | 1/12/2009 |
Q: I have a green child's Crystal Sewing Machine that I purchased at an antique sale. Do you know ...
A: It is very difficult to put a value on something that I have not seen. The Crystal Co. made many ...
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| Child's Crystal Sewing Machine | 1/12/2009 |
Q: I have a green child's Crystal Sewing Machine that I purchased at an antique sale. Do you know ...
A: Your little child's or toy sewing machine was manufactured by the Crystal Sewing Machine Industrial ...
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| Unknown sewing? tool | 1/7/2009 |
Q: "I cannot begin to imagine what this tool was used for, however the box that it was found in also ...
A: I should have thought of this before but my brain was not working earlier this morning - sorry. On ...
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| Unknown sewing? tool | 1/7/2009 |
Q: "I cannot begin to imagine what this tool was used for, however the box that it was found in also ...
A: I can't say that I've ever seen a needlework tool like this. But I will check my reference books ...
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| child ssewing machine 60's | 1/4/2009 |
Q: I have a Singer Little Golden Panoramic Sewing Machine from the late 60's. It is in perfect working ...
A: I am not familiar with this particular toy machine as it is quite modern and I deal mostly in ...
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| Casige sewing machine | 1/3/2009 |
Q: I have a small old sewing machine that has a hand crank an geometric detailing on the body. On the ...
A: Carl Sieper of Gevelsberg, Westfalen, Germany manufactured the CASIGE toy sewing machines. The first ...
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| Sewing tool whatt is it please? and dated | 11/16/2008 |
Q: I recently picked up an old sewing tool that looks like prongs with two blades at the ends. It came ...
A: What you have is a Japanese scissors sheath along with the steel scissors - these were used for ...
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| Tully's Little Daisy Sewing Machine | 11/10/2008 |
Q: I was able to take some photos of the machine this past weekend. I was wondering if these photos ...
A: Your machine is as I suspected and the information that I have given you is correct. Information ...
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| "Elbeco No.2" toy sewing machine | 11/10/2008 |
Q: I have a small sewing machine I used as a child in the early 1950's - my grandmother had and we ...
A: Sadly, I cannot find any specific information that relates to your description of "Elbeco No. 2". ...
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| Tully's Little Daisy Toy Sewing Machine | 11/5/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a small sewing machine on a rod iron base and have had problems identifying it ...
A: I have very limited information on the Little Daisy and only on a treadle machine. The Little Daisy ...
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| thimbles and ivory | 11/5/2008 |
Q: I have 6 porcelain thimbles made by goebel. each has a painted flower on it with a gold band at the ...
A: The Goebel Porcelain Works (Goebel Porzellanmanufaktur) is in Roedental, Germany. Franz Goebel's ...
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| F.W. Muller Toy Sewing Machine | 10/31/2008 |
Q: I have a F. W. Muller cast iron toy sewing machine circa 1900. It is a Model 20 from what I was ...
A: Yes that is about the price that the Muller sells for. Most likely your best bet would be to sell ...
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| help | 10/28/2008 |
Q: could you refer me to someone who could help me date a national sewing machine line seamstress model ...
A: As I have stated many times before, I am not an expert on domestic or household sewing machines. The ...
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| Childs antique sewing machine | 10/26/2008 |
Q: Black childs machine believe to be pot metal gold leaves painted on the black. This is made in ...
A: Is there a trademark anywhere on this machine? I've looked at two different picture reference books ...
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| table with yard sticks | 10/26/2008 |
Q: I bought a large table(about 6 feet long) that has 2 yard sticks embedded in the top of the table. I ...
A: Although this might not be the correct answer and might be outside of my expertise, my guess is that ...
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| Thgimble | 10/24/2008 |
Q: I have a thimble which I think is Norwegian, possibly made by O.F. Hjortdahl. It's 925 silver and ...
A: Lovely thimble! Thanks for sending a clear photo. Yes your thimble is Norwegian and it is an older ...
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| Ross Rotary Sewing Machine | 10/23/2008 |
Q: I know this is not your focus but I have the subject machine, Serial # SA416XX, with a box of ...
A: You are correct, domestic or home sewing machines are not my expertise. Try sending your query to ...
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| Sewing machine | 10/20/2008 |
Q: The brand is STATE,its hand operated and in original case. I also have spare parts for this machine ...
A: I believe that your sewing machine is a domestic home sewing machine (full sized). If this is the ...
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| antique hand crank sewing machine | 10/12/2008 |
Q: I have a family hand crank sewing machine (I believe to be Singer). I.D. marks on hand crank area HK ...
A: From your description I believe you are referring to a domestic, our household (full sized) sewing ...
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| pin cushion | 10/11/2008 |
Q: This belonged to my great-grand mother. I was wondering if it has any value and if you knew anything ...
A: Your pincushion is Native American, Nineteenth century - and most likely made by the Iroquois. The ...
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| Kenmore Sewig Machine | 10/8/2008 |
Q: I have a kenmore sewing machine with the original desk, oil, and buttonhole attachments. I also have ...
A: I am sorry I am unable to help you. My expertise is in TOY or MINIATURE sewing machines, antique ...
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| brass thimble - the #4 imprinted on it | 10/6/2008 |
Q: I found a brass thimble with the #4 imprinted on it. It appears to be a normal thimble except for ...
A: Nancy, It appears from your query (no photo attached for identification purposes) that you have a ...
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| Elna Junior | 10/5/2008 |
Q: I have just been given an dark green Elna Junior Sewing Machine date August 1956 with instructions ...
A: Gaby, Your machine was manufactured at Tavaro SA Geneva, Switzerland and it dates to 1956. There ...
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| miniature singer sewing machine | 10/3/2008 |
Q: I'm not sure where this came from, perhaps my mother's home, but I'm wondering if it's a collectible ...
A: Your little machine dates to the 1950's and it was made by Singer. It also appears to be the ...
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| Sew-Gem machine | 10/3/2008 |
Q: I have my grandmothers Sew-Gem model 11-11 with a 1953 date on the manual. It also has the button ...
A: Rick, I am not familiar with the Sew-Gem machine. Sorry I could not be of direct assistance to you. ...
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| child's sewing machine | 10/2/2008 |
Q: I have been given a Singer Sew Handy Child's sewing machine Model No. 20. It is a mushroom ...
A: Ruth, I have your text with the condition report, thank you. I do not have any photos attached ...
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| child's sewing machine | 10/1/2008 |
Q: I have been given a Singer Sew Handy Child's sewing machine Model No. 20. It is a mushroom ...
A: Can you please include a photo with this query? Please also include an accurate condition report. ...
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| sewing tool | 8/16/2008 |
Q: i have what appears to be a 4 sided screwdriver,with a picture of a little boy engraved on it.it ...
A: it is impossible for me to tell what exactly it might be or have been used for. The Boye Needle Co. ...
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| vintage sewing items/spools | 8/3/2008 |
Q: I found sewing materials from an elderly aunt. I know some people collect old thread spools. What ...
A: There are collectors who specialize in thread spools, I am not one of them however. I do know that ...
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| Crystal toy sewing machine | 7/29/2008 |
Q: I have a crystal toy sewing machine made in Japan. I have the box, operators manuel and it is ...
A: As you know, your toy sewing machine was made by the Crystal Sewing Machine Industrial Co. Ltd. of ...
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| TCC Thimbles | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I have a set of 24 TCC thimbles that are female figures showing the dress of each country ...
A: I have sent your query on to a friend as I am not sure who made the P. Diane. I will get back to you ...
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| A large collection of thimbles | 7/20/2008 |
Q: My grandmother collected thimbles since the 1970's. When she passed away, my family inherited her ...
A: I am pleased to read that you will be keeping some of your grandmother's thimble collection. eBay is ...
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| sewing machines | 7/19/2008 |
Q: i have a sweing machine from my childhood. i thought it can in a case but... it is blue with a ...
A: I forwarded your query and photo on to another collector and he came back with the following: Marx ...
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| child's sewing machine | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I have a child's sewing machine in my garage, I have no idea how old it is and would liek to sell ...
A: I did not find information that seems to relate 'exactly' to your machine but ... In my file I do ...
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| Vintage Singer Sewing Machine | 7/16/2008 |
Q: I received this machine from my mother. We dont know anything about it and were hoping you could ...
A: I am sorry that I cannot help you. As I have said so many times before, I am not an expert in ...
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| sewing machine | 7/15/2008 |
Q: I had an inquiry about a sewing machine I'm trying to sell, and was wondering if you knew the value ...
A: I am sorry but I cannot help you. My expertise is in Toy or Miniature Collectible sewing machines ...
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| sewing machines | 7/11/2008 |
Q: i have a sweing machine from my childhood. i thought it can in a case but... it is blue with a ...
A: I am sorry but I have never heard of a toy or miniature sewing machine called "Marx". Are you able ...
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| sewing machine | 7/10/2008 |
Q: 1942. with the cabinet. ex condition.cant find any information on this machine or its value. any ...
A: I regret that I am not able to help you. My expertise (as I have stated so many times before) is in ...
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| needles | 6/22/2008 |
Q: Cam any one help me to locate a site where I can find needles for my national chain stitch machine ...
A: I'm sorry that it took me a few days to find your query. We had a family emergency this past ...
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| Sewing Machines | 6/13/2008 |
Q: I have a National Sewing Machine Company Model RBR sewing machine from between 1950 to 1954. It is ...
A: The links listed below all relate to domestic or home sewing machines. These links have contact ...
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| Sewing Machines | 6/12/2008 |
Q: I have a National Sewing Machine Company Model RBR sewing machine from between 1950 to 1954. It is ...
A: I am sorry I am not able to help you. My expertise relates to miniature or toy sewing machines only. ...
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| Vintage Sewing Machine | 6/8/2008 |
Q: I am not sure if what I have is considered a toy machine or not. Its a old childrens singer machine. ...
A: What you have is a working child's sewing machine - not a toy or miniature model. Your machine is ...
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| Vintage Sewing Machine | 6/8/2008 |
Q: I am not sure if what I have is considered a toy machine or not. Its a old childrens singer machine. ...
A: Yes please - pictures are most helpful. Also, please provide me with a detailed condition report on ...
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| miniture sewing machine | 6/8/2008 |
Q: .I have come across a miniture sewing machine all it has on it is made in germany #124340 would ...
A: I have listed a few websites that might be helpful to you.(see below) Hopefully someone else can be ...
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| miniture sewing machine | 6/7/2008 |
Q: .I have come across a miniture sewing machine all it has on it is made in germany #124340 would ...
A: I think I answered this question but it has appeared again in my forum. Sorry I am not familiar with ...
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| miniture sewing machine | 6/7/2008 |
Q: .I have come across a miniture sewing machine all it has on it is made in germany #124340 would ...
A: I have never heard of a Piedmont D131714. Is this a miniature or toy sewing machine? If it is not ...
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| betsy ross sewing machine | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I need to obtain a direction pamphlet for a Betsy Ross sewing machine in case, by June 7, do you ...
A: I have the directions for threading and using the Betsy Ross. I can attach the docs. to an email for ...
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| cast iron Singer Sewing Machine Cabinet | 5/31/2008 |
Q: We have an old cast iron Sewing Machine Cabinet - no machine - it is very heavy - has a hole cut in ...
A: I am sorry but I cannot be a great deal of help to you. As I have written so many times before, am ...
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| Royal Console Sewing Machine | 5/28/2008 |
Q: This sewing machine belonged to my mother. It is in a wood cabinet and folds up. The only info I ...
A: I have information about the Royal Sewing Machine Co. but only for toy sewing machines. I fear ...
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| Singer touch and sew | 5/26/2008 |
Q: I have a miniature child's sewing machine: Singer touch and sew. Can you tell me where I can find a ...
A: I have never purchased parts for my machines so I'm not able to give you specific information about ...
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| Needles and Case | 5/16/2008 |
Q: I have a round wooden case that is approx. 9 1/2 in. long and 1/2 in. diameter. It separates in the ...
A: this is most helpful. What you have is a knitting needle case. The steel needles were used for ...
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| 2 miniature Sewing machines - 1 Singer & 1 Stitchwell | 5/10/2008 |
Q: My grandmother passed away 4 days ago and we hate to do it but we are selling some of her stuff to ...
A: I am sorry to read of your grandmother's passing. Without pictures is is not possible for me to be ...
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| Betsy Ross Toy Sewing Machine | 5/5/2008 |
Q: I have become steward of a Betsy Ross Sewing Machine that was left behind after the death of my ...
A: It sounds like you might have the Betsy Ross that was sold in a box of red simulated leather that is ...
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| Antique dress form | 5/4/2008 |
Q: I received a neat old dress form from a friend. She found it was being thrown out. The owner was ...
A: I'm afraid I'm out of my depth when it comes to dress forms. I did however find a website that you ...
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| Children's Singer Sewing Machine #67A23, Little Touch & Sew | 5/3/2008 |
Q: I saw a post about a child's singer sewing machine and I am wondering if mine has any value. It is ...
A: Value really equates to what is selling at any one time and how many of the same objects might be on ...
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| Children's Singer Sewing Machine #67A23, Little Touch & Sew | 5/3/2008 |
Q: I saw a post about a child's singer sewing machine and I am wondering if mine has any value. It is ...
A: Your Singer Touch & Sew dates to the 1960's. There is one just like yours currently listed on Ruby ...
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| Sewing Help | 5/2/2008 |
Q: irene I have a General Brand sewing machine. I don't have much information to offer you because it ...
A: Dave, I am not an expert in household or domestic sewing machines. I can help you with Toy or ...
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| Free Rockford 560 Cabinet Model | 4/30/2008 |
Q: --I am curious about the date of production of this sewing machine; the best that I can narrow it ...
A: If your machine is a household or domestic sewing machine, I cannot help you. My expertise is in ...
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| Thimble | 4/21/2008 |
Q: I was given a Dahlton thimble - marked Reine Kandarbeit. It is in great condition. It looks like ...
A: I have not seen this thimble before made by Reine Kandarbeit and have not heard of Dahlton either, ...
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| Silver thimble in case | 4/15/2008 |
Q: I have what may be a silver thimble in a case. Both have a lovely floral engraved pattern and are ...
A: Are you able to photograph your items for me please? If so, please attach to your reply or to me ...
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| antique sewing box | 4/13/2008 |
Q: I bought a small metal sewing box at a garage sale in the late 1970's when I was little. I'm now ...
A: I have just received the pictures, thank you. I've seen a lot of sewing boxes in my time but never ...
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| minature antique sewing machine | 4/7/2008 |
Q: I have an original "American Girl" mini sewing machine made by the National Sewing Machine Co. I ...
A: Cute machine and it appears to be in nice condition. Thank you for including a clear photograph. As ...
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| sewing machines | 4/5/2008 |
Q: I would like to talk with you about Free sewing machines. You said you didn't have much info about ...
A: I do not have a whole lot of knowledge when it comes to domestic home sewing machines other than ...
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| Betsy Ross Sewing Machine | 4/2/2008 |
Q: I have a Betsy Ross Childs sewing machine in a red alligator type case. I am interested in selling ...
A: You may want to try and get in contact with the collector group Toy Stitchers International -- ...
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| New Royal sewing machine | 3/28/2008 |
Q: A New Royal sewing machine was handed down to me and I am trying to determine when it was made. It ...
A: I am sorry but I am not an expert in domestic, home sewing machines. I specialize in toy or ...
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| betsey ross machine | 3/27/2008 |
Q: i sent u a copy of the machine and the information that i would like to know, insurance information ...
A: Where did you send the copy of the machine and information to? I only have this message- see above. ...
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| singer sewing machine | 3/25/2008 |
Q: I have inherited my Aunts Singer sewing machine.It is a extended drop leaf table model 15k 28.The ...
A: I cannot help you when it comes to a domestic, household sewing machine. My expertise is in small, ...
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| sewing machine | 3/19/2008 |
Q: i was wondering how much my machine was worth its a singer model # 251-2 please let me know what ...
A: In order for me to help you, I need additional information. The model number is not enough to go on. ...
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| toy Betsy Ross sewing machine | 3/13/2008 |
Q: I have been given a toy Betsy Ross sewing machine that I guess was manufactured in the 1950s. It ...
A: Please send an email to me at xtahoeviews@yahoo.com and I will then attach a doc. with the ...
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| Vulcan Sewing Machine | 3/8/2008 |
Q: During a recent clean out I came upon my old Vulcan Minor childs sewing machine, in its original box ...
A: eBay is most likely your best bet for selling your machine. It will have more exposure to buyers. ...
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| Primitive Wooden Egg--Darner?? | 3/5/2008 |
Q: My 7 y/o son is doing an "Artifact" report and we chose this wooden egg from our knick knacks for ...
A: If the wooden egg is solid i.e. it does not come apart or it is hollow inside, then what you have is ...
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| Toy Vulcan Sewing Machine | 2/28/2008 |
Q: I have a few questions about a Vulcan machine I recently purchased on E-Bay. The description read ...
A: Firstly, you can find me on eBay. eBay ID is... serengeti2 I sell needlework tools, thimbles and ...
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| antique sewing tool | 2/27/2008 |
Q: My husband was told this is a buttonhole cutter when he bought it at an antique store in New York ...
A: I must admit, I have not see this tool before. I have forwarded your photo and query on to a friend ...
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| Witch Scissors | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I have an old pair of witch scissors. They measure 3 1/2 inches long and have the number 17 stamped ...
A: Unfortunately without a maker's mark it is impossible to say who made the scissors or in what ...
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| Witch Scissors | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I have an old pair of witch scissors. They measure 3 1/2 inches long and have the number 17 stamped ...
A: Before answering your question, I need a bit more information. Can you please tell me all of the ...
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| thimble | 1/13/2008 |
Q: I read your response about a "magic thimble" with thread cutter and the number 10 on it. By any ...
A: No sorry, just because the thimble has a no. 11 on it does not make it any more valuable. Many ...
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| Vintage Singer Sewing Machine with Treadle Table | 1/12/2008 |
Q: I have a Singer sewing machine with what I believe they call a treadle table. The table is of tiger ...
A: My expertise is in toy or miniature collectible sewing machines. You might want to try one or more ...
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| Antique Sewing Tools | 1/2/2008 |
Q: Bought from an antique dealer many years ago they are made from bone by French Prisoners of War. The ...
A: 1. The spinning top. If the spindle does not go down into the top then this item is not related to ...
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| Antique Sewing Tools | 1/2/2008 |
Q: Bought from an antique dealer many years ago they are made from bone by French Prisoners of War. The ...
A: This is always most helpful. Your items appear to be bone and would date to the mid to late 1800's. ...
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| Antinque child's sewing machine | 12/19/2007 |
Q: I have an old child's sewing machine owned by my mother as a child. It is called a Victoria Sewing ...
A: Your machine was made by Ernest Plank, Nuremberg, Germany.(E.P. logo with wings is for Ernest Plank) ...
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| vintage childrens sewing machines | 11/30/2007 |
Q: I have two childrens sewing machines...one is a Little Queen..it is pink and in the original box ...
A: I am sorry for the delay in answering your question but it did not reach me the first time. I will ...
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| singer toy machine | 11/28/2007 |
Q: I have a singer sewhandy model #20 that I received as a child from my grandmother. It's somewhere in ...
A: It is always difficult to provide a value to something that I have never seen in person but ... if ...
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| American Girl child's sewing machine | 11/27/2007 |
Q: I saw a child's sewing machine in an antique shop that is old fashioned looking--black with hand ...
A: If we are discussing a toy or salesman's sample sized sewing machine then to the best of my ...
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| Betsy Ross Miniature Crank Sewing Machine | 11/16/2007 |
Q: My mother-in-law recently moved and left me several items. She had a Betsy Ross Miniature Crank ...
A: I have answered general questions before re: Betsy Ross machines so please read back through my Q & ...
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| The Vulcan Junior Child's sewing machine | 11/14/2007 |
Q: I have a Vulcan Junior Child's sewing machine which I think is about 45 to 50 years old. It is in ...
A: Your machine was made in Poole, Dorset, England by a company by the name of Sydney S. Bird and dates ...
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| The Vulcan Junior Child's sewing machine | 11/13/2007 |
Q: I have a Vulcan Junior Child's sewing machine which I think is about 45 to 50 years old. It is in ...
A: The VULCAN, Made in England machine is considered one of the better toy machines. Before answering ...
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| Old Carstairs tape measure | 11/12/2007 |
Q: I bought an old tool box at a small town store that came from New York. At the bottom of this box I ...
A: From research, it appears that this is not a sewing tape measure. But, I did find reference to ...
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| Thimble | 11/3/2007 |
Q: I have a Diamond Anniversary Meissen Thimble, and a Silver Diana Commemorative Thimble with a ...
A: To better help with your query, are you able to photograph these two pieces for me and, please give ...
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| OLD THIMBLE | 11/2/2007 |
Q: I HAVE AN OLD THIMBLE WITH NO WRITING THAT I CAN SEE. IT IS OPEN ON BOTH ENDS AND HAS A SCROLL ...
A: Are you able to send me a photo of your thimble? If so please send to me at xtahoeviews@yahoo.com ...
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| 2 Sewing machines | 7/30/2007 |
Q: Irene, The older lady who lives across the street from me wanted me to try and get an estimated ...
A: I am sorry but as I have stated many times before, I am not an expert on domestic home sewing ...
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| Franklin Mint thimbles | 7/13/2007 |
Q: I have a set of Franklin Mint thimbles--The Country Store Thimbles--certified March 15, 1980. They ...
A: An antique is considered to something that is 100 years or older. Unfortunately, the porcelain ...
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| Antique Sewing tool | 7/6/2007 |
Q: Can you please identify this sewing tool that came with our family from Czechoslavkia over 120 years ...
A: Wow! and Wow again -- what a beautiful piece. What you have here is something very special. It is a ...
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| antique sewing machine | 6/28/2007 |
Q: My sewing machine belonged to my grandmother as a child. She was born around 1918. It has a hand ...
A: Can you please send me photos of this small sewing machine. It is too difficult for me to identify ...
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| antique sewing machines for children | 6/23/2007 |
Q: As a child I had a child's sewing machine in the 50's. It was green and had the crank on the right ...
A: It sounds like you are describing the BETSY ROSS salesman sample machine (or toy/miniature sewing ...
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| Standard machine | 6/20/2007 |
Q: I just brought home a Standard machine that on the plate above the bobbin it is stamped Standard ...
A: As stated in my write up, I am not an expert in domestic sewing machines. However, if you read back ...
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| Date and Value of Thimble | 6/11/2007 |
Q: I have a metal thimble that has a thread cutter on one side. the only marks I can find are on the ...
A: Your thimble is the patented "Magic Thimble" - it is pot metal or aluminum (not silver) and it is ...
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| wooden spools | 6/8/2007 |
Q: What can a person make out of wooden spools. I have seen carved spools, but if you don't carve are ...
A: Are we talking wooden thread spools? If so, then the ideas are endless. As you have mentioned, ...
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| montgomery ward sewing machine. | 6/4/2007 |
Q: i have a montgomery ward and co. sewing machine. the info on the sewing machine says, model 30 ...
A: Is this a toy or miniature sewing machine? If it is not, I'm sorry I cannot shed any light on your ...
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| quilts | 6/2/2007 |
Q: I am not sure if you know about this -but I have an antique quilt that my great-grandmother made and ...
A: Although we have been communicating via my email address at xtahoeviews@yahoo.com, I have also ...
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| Betsy Ross Machine | 5/25/2007 |
Q: I realize you usually deal with miniatures, but I'm at my ends with this one. All of the searches ...
A: No sorry I have not run into the Betsy Ross floor model. I can give you a bit of history about the ...
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| Singer Vintage Children's Sewing Machine | 4/18/2007 |
Q: I have a Singer sewing machine that I believe is over 50 years old. It is beige and in excellent ...
A: You need to be very careful cleaning your little treasure. I'd try a 'damp' not wet cloth first, no ...
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| Singer Vintage Children's Sewing Machine | 4/17/2007 |
Q: I have a Singer sewing machine that I believe is over 50 years old. It is beige and in excellent ...
A: This is always most helpful. You have stated that your toy machine is in excellent condition and ...
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| toy sewing machine | 4/14/2007 |
Q: I'm wondering about the value of a toy sewing machine that I had as a child. It is a Sew Master ...
A: It sounds like you have a beautiful toy sewing machine and it is wonderful that you have the ...
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| Antique Sweing Machine | 4/4/2007 |
Q: Although I have read your profile and understand that you do not claim to be an expert in the field ...
A: My expertise is definitely not in the field of domestic sewing machines I am afraid. I can only ...
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| Stitchwell Toy Sewing Machine | 3/31/2007 |
Q: My Mother in law died and left a toy Stitchwell sewing machine. It is in very good condition and I ...
A: The Stitchwell Sewing machine was made in the USA by the National Sewing Machine Co, Belvidere, ...
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| Hudson sewing machine | 3/26/2007 |
Q: did you get any feedback from the person that asked about the Hudson sewing machine? because I have ...
A: Are you able to send me a photo of your sewing machine please? If so, please send to me at ...
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| Betsy Ross Antique Sewing Machine | 3/21/2007 |
Q: I have an antique machine that was my mothers. Vintage 1948 or so. My daughter would like to use it ...
A: The copy of the instructions arrived today and I will send them along to you tomorrow. Happy sewing. ...
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| so-e-ze sewing machine | 3/17/2007 |
Q: I am cleaning out my parent's basement and we found a so-e-ze portable electric machine. Is this ...
A: My expertise is in toy or miniature sewing machines and not domestic sewing machines. But I did an ...
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| Betsy Ross Childs Sewing Machine | 3/15/2007 |
Q: Our mother was a seamstress and recently passed away. We now have a childs sewing machine. It is ...
A: Your Betsy Ross electric child's sewing machine dates to the 1950's and comes in the ...
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| STITCHWELL MINI SEWING MACHINE NATIONAL SEWING MACHINE CO BELVILLE, ILL. | 3/11/2007 |
Q: I have a beautiful mini sewing machine in its original wood box with the perfect label on it ...
A: Your little sewing machine was made by the National Sewing Machine Co. of Belvidere, Illinois and ...
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| Ruby Series "R" Sewing Machine | 2/25/2007 |
Q: I am seeking to value and sell an antique sewing machine Ruby Series "R". I have all instructions, ...
A: I am sorry that I cannot value your sewing machine for you. Domestic sewing machines are not my ...
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| EGG WITH FLY TAPEMEASURE | 2/25/2007 |
Q: I HAD THIS TAPE MEASURE GIVEN TO ME BY AN 92 YEAR OLD LADY. iT IS 1VORY IN COLOR WITH A BLACK FLY ON ...
A: What you have is known as a figural tape measure and the material is Celluloid. The manufacturer is ...
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| Climax and Zippy machines | 2/9/2007 |
Q: My grandmother left me 2 sewing machines (and they may have even been her mothers) One is a Climax ...
A: As I have stated before, my expertise as far as sewing machines go is strictly related to TOY and ...
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| Children's Singer sewing machine | 2/4/2007 |
Q: I just emailed you pictures of the sewing machine in reply to your request. I look forward to ...
A: Your blue, Singer toy sewing machine dates to the 1950's and it is all original which makes it quite ...
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| need help | 11/30/2006 |
Q: I have a sewing machine, that my boyfriends mom gave me and I would like to find some information ...
A: I am sorry but as I have stated before, my expertise is not in domestic household sewing machines ...
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| Hudson | 11/30/2006 |
Q: I just aquired a Sewing machine made by The Hudson Sewing Machine Co. I've never heard of them ...
A: I am sorry but I have not heard of the Hudson Sewing Machine Company. I can recommend this website ...
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| heart shaped | 11/28/2006 |
Q: What do I have? Do who know what this is and do you have any history or information. A photo has ...
A: But, I hate to say in this care the mystery was not solved. This appears to be a shuttle of some ...
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| Singer sewing machine | 11/21/2006 |
Q: I have a singer sewing machine dated 1895. Was just wondering if you have any idea how much it is ...
A: I am sorry but it is impossible for me to state a value of an item that I have not seen. Many ...
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| unknown thimble | 11/20/2006 |
Q: I have a thimble which is silver and I think enamel with a kind of white stone at the top and it has ...
A: Yes indeed you have a Scandinavian thimble and more specifically, one made by David-Andersen, of ...
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| Standard treadle machine | 11/16/2006 |
Q: I bought this machine at a garage sale,30 yrs ago,and now have no room and am thinking of selling ...
A: Please view my question and answer sheet. You will find links to websites that will give you ...
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| BARCLAY SEWING MACHINE | 11/15/2006 |
Q: I HAVE A BARCLAY SEWING MACHINE AND CAN NOT FIND ANY INFORMATION ON IT.IT IS AN OLD ROTARY MACHINE, ...
A: I have nothing in my research about your machine I am afraid. I did however find a manual for the ...
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| sewing machine | 11/12/2006 |
Q: I need to see if my sewing machine is worth anything? I read some information off of it but im not ...
A: Without physically inspecting your sewing machine it is impossible for me to state a value. Your ...
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| Anker RZ sewing machine | 11/12/2006 |
Q: We have come into possesion of this machine. I can't find information anywhere. This particular ...
A: I have no information on the Anker RZ, I'm sorry to say. But I will transfer you to this website. ...
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| Sewing thread | 11/12/2006 |
Q: I have two boxes of sewing thread From Cartier-Bresson. Each box is printed in French and contains ...
A: I have never heard of this thread but used Google and this is what I found: "Henri Cartier-Bresson ...
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| finding antiques | 11/9/2006 |
Q: my boss collected thimbles through out the years and i am selling hers on ebay. i need to find as ...
A: You do not say what the thimbles are made from i.e. silver, bone china etc. Many of the silver and ...
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| Thimble | 10/26/2006 |
Q: I have a dug Thimble that appears to be very old. Thick metal cast. Large smiling sun embossed on ...
A: Please send me photos and also see if you can find any markings on the thimble. For instance, a ...
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| Antique Pin Cushion | 10/24/2006 |
Q: I purchased a pin cushion over the weekend at a yard sale. The woman I bought it from said it was ...
A: What you have is a vintage not antique pin cushion. The true definition of an antique is something ...
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| singer sewing machine | 10/22/2006 |
Q: I have my mother in laws old singer sewing machine, and my family just went thru a flood. I am ...
A: I received the photos, thank you. It is always beneficial for me to see what I am responding to. I ...
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| Standard sewing machine information required | 10/13/2006 |
Q: To Irene from : Gilles Vayre ( France) Dear Madam. I found on a flea market last sunday this ...
A: I will firstly tell you a little history about your machine. According to what I have been able to ...
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| antique sewing machine | 10/13/2006 |
Q: I have a Standard antique sewing machine. The word Standard is on the machine itself in gold ...
A: As a general rule, there is a value to anything but how much is the question. Antique value is ...
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| antique thimble | 10/3/2006 |
Q: I was given an old thimble about 22 yrs. ago and was told it was approx. 80 yrs. old then, the ...
A: Are you able to take a photo of your thimble? If so please send to me at: xtahoeviews@yahoo.com ...
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| Oriental Sewing Basket | 9/26/2006 |
Q: I have a couple of "Oriental" sewing baskets, with beads, coins, and possibly peking glass ring on ...
A: I have a few of these sewing baskets in my own collection and like you, have not been able to come ...
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| New Automatic sewing machine | 9/26/2006 |
Q: I have just been given a treadle sewing machine that has "New Automatic" painted across the arm of ...
A: Sorry but I have no information on your machine called "New Automatic." As I have stated before, my ...
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| Cleveland treadle sewing machine | 9/24/2006 |
Q: I recently acquired a treadle sewing machine. It is marked Cleveland in gold paint on the black ...
A: Please review my past questions and answers re: sewing machines. My expertise is in TOY machines not ...
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| Consew 200 Sewing Machine | 9/22/2006 |
Q: I have inherited a Consew Model 200 Machine. I am looking for operating manuals and infor on it. If ...
A: As I have stated in previous correspondence, my expertise when it comes to sewing machines is in ...
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| Spotless Teadle Sewing Machine | 9/20/2006 |
Q: I have recently purchased a Treadle sewing machine thinking it was built by Standard, reason being ...
A: The Standard Sewing Machine Co.,Cleveland, OH, manufactured machines and cabinets from 1884-1931. ...
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| Mexican Thimble | 9/16/2006 |
Q: Ms. Irene Schwall, I am writing you for my Grandmother. She received a thimble for a friend and ...
A: It is always most helpful to see a photo of the item in question. The thimble you have shown me is a ...
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| Boye Rotary Needle and Shuttle Case | 9/16/2006 |
Q: Are you familiar with the above subject? I have one of these cases and I am trying to determine the ...
A: This subject has been addressed in my Q & A file. Please go to my answered questions and look for: ...
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| singer sewing machine - old model | 9/14/2006 |
Q: i have two sewing machines, old singer models, whit serial nr. 385802 and 3358025 and i would like ...
A: Without actually inspecting your sewing machines it is virtually impossible to state a value. Your ...
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| Thimbles | 9/14/2006 |
Q: I have two thimbles that I am curious about their value. One is from the 1939 New York World's Fair. ...
A: I received the photos and the condition reports for your thimbles, thank you. The Sterling silver ...
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| Antique Singer Sewing Machine | 9/11/2006 |
Q: I have inherited an antique Singer sewing maching and am trying to find out where I can search to ...
A: Your best bet would be the following websites: ...
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| national sewing machine stitchwell mini or toy | 9/5/2006 |
Q: i have in a wooden box a "mini"or "toy" stitchwell sewing maching by the national sewing machine co, ...
A: It seems you have a small Stitchwell Sewing Machine and it was manufactured by the National Sewing ...
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| sewing machine | 9/1/2006 |
Q: This is a Ward's brunswick vibrating treadle machine. It has glod leaves and flowers around it. It ...
A: Without physically seeing your Montgomery Ward Brunswick machine and examining it, it is next to ...
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| Sewing Needle Holder | 8/14/2006 |
Q: Morning Ms. Schwall. I have a sewing needle holder from The Boye Needle Co. that I got from my ...
A: I received your photos, thank you. What you have is a Boye rotary needle and shuttle case. These ...
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| Old Sewing Machine | 8/2/2006 |
Q: I have an old Signature sewing machine not sure of the year but the model number is UHTJ268A.Do you ...
A: I have never heard of a Signature sewing machine, sorry. Please see additional questions and answers ...
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| Bruce Automatic Sewing Machine | 7/31/2006 |
Q: I inherited my Grandmothers Bruce Automatic Sewing Machine. When I looked on the internet for any ...
A: I am sorry but I have no additional information as it pertains to your machine other than what I ...
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| free sewing machine | 7/26/2006 |
Q: trying to fing information of a free no.5 sewing maching year it was made and so on. if you have any ...
A: I am sorry but I have no idea what a free no.5 sewing machine is. Do you have a photo of this ...
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| 100 years old sewing machine | 7/5/2006 |
Q: I have a Singer model 15k,serial #F770917 manufactured between July and December of 1910 in ...
A: You seem to have found quite a bit of information on your machine by knowing the model and serial ...
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| advertising sewing kit? | 6/26/2006 |
Q: a little larger then that not much,and inside it has needle thread and what i think is a hose ...
A: These kits became very popular around the 1920's -- they more or less went out of fashion by the ...
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| Bruce Automatic treadle machine | 6/5/2006 |
Q: I am looking for any information regarding a Bruce Automatic Treadle machine. It has a sticker on ...
A: This question really had me searching the internet. I have nothing in my files relating to a BRUCE ...
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| sewing machines | 5/19/2006 |
Q: I would like to know if there is a market for antique sewing machines. I have not been able to find ...
A: No, I am not the person to contact for the sale of your antique sewing machine. You might want to ...
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| fleetwood super deluxe sewing machine | 5/16/2006 |
Q: i would like to know if you know anything about the fleetwood super deluxe precision sewing machine. ...
A: I am sorry that I am unable to help you as I deal in antique items. Most of my sewing machine ...
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| Singer Thimble | 5/13/2006 |
Q: I have a 10k gold, size 7 thimble. Can you please tell me the value of the thimble? The thimble is ...
A: A value is difficult to give on an item without seeing it regardless of how you describe it. Your ...
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| The New Priscilla | 4/29/2006 |
Q: I just acquired "The New Priscilla Sewing Machine." It is a fold out table model. The cabinetry is ...
A: I am afraid I know little about your machine other than: Your machine was made by the Priscilla ...
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| sewing machine | 4/22/2006 |
Q: i have a kenmore sewing machine model 117-141 very old and was wondering if it has any worth?
A: I really deal with antiques - items that are 100 years and older. For FYI -- Sears Roebuck began ...
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| Sewing Machine | 4/18/2006 |
Q: I have an antique sewing machine that I was wondering if you could give me an estimate on. I am not ...
A: It is however impossible for me to answer your question without specific details about your sewing ...
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| New to all this ! Interested in what finding out more about a piece i have bought. | 4/14/2006 |
Q: at a recent garage sale I came across a sewing machine and cabinet. The sewing machine is a Singer ...
A: In 1851 Isaac Merritt Singer founded the I.M. Singer Company in Boston, Mass. He patented his first ...
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| I have pictures This page won't let me send them | 4/9/2006 |
Q: Can you please give me an e-mail adress where I can mail you the pics I took of my Sewing machine? ...
A: The pictures were most helpful. Firstly, it appears that you own a lovely STANDARD sewing machine ...
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| age/ value ? of sewing Machine | 4/7/2006 |
Q: I have a "STANDARD" make sewing machine built into a fold up/ down table/desk. The table/desk ...
A: Before completing my answer to your query, can you please provide me with the following information: ...
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