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I'm wondering about the value of a toy sewing machine that I had as a child. It is a Sew Master (red) in the original box that indicates it is from KAY an EE COPORATION OF AMERICA New York 12 N.Y
Made in U.S. ZONE GERMANY
Hello Karen,
It sounds like you have a beautiful toy sewing machine and it is wonderful that you have the original box that it came in. Your little machine was manufactured by the KAYanEE Company and it dates post-World War II.
I would like a bit more information please.
Can you please tell me what decals your machine has? Floral etc. They made different red machines. Please also tell me about the overall condition of your machine and the box. Did your machine come with attachments and if so, do you have them?
Thanks.
Irene
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Irene 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. 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
See information provided above.
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
See information provided above.
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