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| Price mark-up for dolls | 9/23/2009 | Mary Ann Everett |
Q: I will be selling vinyl dolls and am trying to determine a good price for them. Can you please tell ...
A: While collector dolls or limited editions might vary, specialty dolls typically work on a 50% margin ...
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| Help to Identify this singer | 7/29/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I got this cast Iron Singer Treadle from a thrift store? I'm not sure if i spelled the name correct? ...
A: Shannon, I have based this on the sewing machine and cabinet value. If you are looking for a ...
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| Help to Identify this singer | 7/27/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I got this cast Iron Singer Treadle from a thrift store? I'm not sure if i spelled the name correct? ...
A: Most of the old sewing machines are worth sentimental value and not as much in monumental value. ...
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| stinger 20-33 | 7/26/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I have found a stinger sewing machine model 20-33 in a house I was cleaning out. It has a 2 hp ...
A: Michael, Since this is a commercial machine it will be only worth something to some one that wants ...
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| Singer 503A | 7/24/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: The machine fell off the table due to children, and now when I press on the foot pedal, the motor ...
A: The hand wheel clutch is disengaged probably because of hitting the floor and it knocked the main ...
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| new home memory craft 8000 | 7/20/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: There is one of these machines on ebay for £50.00 plus £35 postage, I'm looking for a machine to ...
A: The New Home 8000 was the first home Professional Embroidery machine and was a very nice machine. It ...
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| Which embroidery/sewing machine to purch. | 7/20/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I presently own a Brother PC-8200 but the screen looks like its going to break because its fading, I ...
A: The PC-6500 would be a step down from your 8200. The closest replacement would be a Brother NV1500D. ...
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| Hobby Lock serger | 7/17/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: My friend has a Hobby Lock made for Pfaff HL-603A that she would like to sell. She said she paid ...
A: You can buy new sergers for as low as 179.00. She is about twice what the serger is worth. You can ...
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| antique sewing machines | 7/16/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: My grandmother has two sewing machines. Both singers. One is electric. the other is older. They are ...
A: There are alot of Singer machines that fit your description. I would need to know the model #s of ...
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| used serger | 7/15/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I have a baby lock pro-line serger BL4 838. I have never used it. It is still in the box. I bought ...
A: I would probably guess you could get between $150 and $200. Depends on where you try to sell it. If ...
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| 1972 singer sewing machine | 7/15/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: i have gotten a 1972 singer deluxe zig zag sewing machine with the desk to go with it. it is in ...
A: I can only give you a ballpark estimate because I do not know what the model of your machine is. ...
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| Fleetwood 750 | 7/13/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: Was wondering if you could tell me where I could find a manual for the Fleetwood 750? My ...
A: Paula, Sorry but unless you can find an old copy of the book you will probably not be able to get ...
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| Singer Sewing Machine | 7/12/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: We have singer portable electric sewing machine 221-1 and are trying to find it value. It is in ...
A: The Singer 221 Featherweight, if in great condition and has the manual and attatchments, will ...
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| singer sewing needle - maybe industrial needle | 7/9/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I am looking for a singer sewing machine needle - 16x64 180 This needle is used to sew leather. I ...
A: I only found one listing for this needle. The company shows that they sell the needle by the 100 ...
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| Viking Freesia & Lily | 7/6/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I have a Freesia I bought in 2000, in very good condition, and amthinking about upgrading to a Lily ...
A: The Lily is a great machine and has a lot of nice features. If the person does not have a reserve on ...
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| Sewing machine parts list?? | 6/26/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I was wondering if you knew where I could get a general sewing machine parts list..like for ...
A: There is not one book that encompasses sewing machines in general. Each sewing machine has its own ...
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| singer 501 sewing machine | 6/25/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I have a singer 501 sewing machine with cabinet and manual. Could you tell me what the value is? ...
A: It is hard to put a value on a used machine and cabinet without seeing it in person because I don't ...
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| mom's singer sewing machin | 6/24/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I just inherited my moms machine. I think the model number is AH478352. Just wondering what year ...
A: Sharon, Hopefully the following resources will allow you to do some research - if you so choose. ...
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| singer y8081305 machine | 6/23/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: is this item worth anything good working order . other wise its going to the tip
A: Grant, You would want to check with some antique dealers, preferably those who deal in sewing ...
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| Fleetwood sewing machine manual | 6/18/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I just received a Fleetwood sewing machine at a swap meet. It is in perfect condition!! Sews like a ...
A: Liinda, A lot of machines, especially order ones, would sew in the Left needle position. IF the ...
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| 191951 Sears sewing machine | 6/16/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: Can you please tell me the value, if any, of a 1951 Sears sewing machine. It is in a floor standing ...
A: Elaine, It needs to be closer to 100 years old to have antique value, usually. You might check ...
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| sears kenmore | 6/12/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I have my grandmothers sears kenmore(white)sewing machine.The model # is 117-959 (1948) I am looking ...
A: Marcia, You need to carry the machine in, to a local shop, where they repair machines on-site. Ask ...
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| Singer machine | 6/9/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I have a Singer serial number G4403026 that has been 'electrified' with a motor mounted in back. ...
A: Beverly, The machine is old enough to be labeled antique. I have enclosed some references to help ...
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| Singer Model 237 | 6/8/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: Have this model bought new in 1965 with case and original manual. Cat. BZB60-8; S.S. 97385-005; made ...
A: Doris, Market value, would be in the $25 to $50 range. If you want to do research as to potential ...
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| Singer Sewing Machine | 6/8/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I have a Singer Sewing Machine 185J3 that is in a cabinet. Cabinet has no drawers. The Machine works ...
A: Sandy, Some references follow to estimate worth from. Below is a great url to check approximate ...
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| Singer Professional Serger 14U13 | 6/7/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I recently acquired a 14U13 from an ebay auction (only because it came with something else I ...
A: Karen, First suggestion is to carry the machine into a shop, and see if they have a generic foot ...
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| Fleetwood De Luxe | 6/5/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I'm trying to use my grandmother's machine. The thread doesn't engage when I run the machine ...
A: Debbie, It sounds like the machine may be out of time. I would take the machine into a local ...
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| Marie Osmond EM1 Emotions Embroidery Machine. | 6/5/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: Stephen, I hope you are ready for a challange!!! OK, I have 2 of these machines. One I got as a ...
A: Renea, Unfortunately, electronic repairs are often more costly than the machine, especially where ...
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| Singer Sewing Machines | 6/2/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I have two antique Singer machines, one treadle and one electric. Both in wooden cabinets. The ...
A: Dave, You will have to do some research. Then remember, even after you come up with a "value" --- ...
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| singer sewing machine | 6/1/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: we were just given an old singer sewing machine and was woundering if you could help us, it needs ...
A: Danielle, It does not ring a bell with me. Something like that, you generally do better, taking ...
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| Kenmore 17860 | 5/30/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I have a practically new Kenmore 17860 which I purchased in mid 1983. It has less than 5 hours use ...
A: Jennie, Depending on the market you live in, you might get a low of $25 at a garage sale, or a high ...
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| deluxe automatic Model SAM 3B | 5/29/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I just acquired a Sewing machine marked Classic Deluxe Automatic Model SAM 3B made in japan. Do ...
A: Deb, Probably made in post war Japan. They cranked out a lot of machines and it eventually turned ...
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| Singer 187K | 5/29/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I found this little gem and it sews well, after only 50 years of use. The light fixture needs a new ...
A: Tita, I have seen people put a rectangle together, made out of say, 2x2's or 1x2' --- and with the ...
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| Model 45223 | 5/28/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: Stephen I have three of the above model sewing machines. Their serial numbers are: AE 907616 AL ...
A: David, Below is a great url to check approximate date of manufacture for Singer sewing machines, ...
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| Singer Sewing Machine with Table | 5/27/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I was recently given a Singer Stylist (free arm model 834) with table in excellent condition, and ...
A: Jenna, Market value is only about $25. It is worth more than that to you! I would keep it, and ...
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| Touch and Sew sewing machine and table | 5/27/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: My mother-in-law just gave me an old Singer sewing machine. After doing a bit of research on it, I ...
A: May, I will share some info after my short response you can check, if you want about antique value. ...
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| 1914 Singer Sewing machine | 5/26/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: I have an antique 1914 singer sewing machine from my Great Grandmother. It has an oak cabinet with 3 ...
A: Jen, Below is a great url to check approximate date of manufacture for Singer sewing machines, ...
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| bernina 121 | 5/25/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: Don't know the value but am interested in buying it. I like the bernina machine and this looks to ...
A: Edna, http://www.ismacs.net/articles/howmuch.html Click above for a good article on getting a ...
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| singer 638 | 5/22/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: i have a singer touch and sew special zig zag model 638. can you tell me how old it is and if it ...
A: Keith, I have some resource links you can check, to do research on. Below is a great url to check ...
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| janome/new home 7000 value | 5/21/2009 | Stephen Wick |
Q: i'm trying to find out a fair price for a new home (janome) 7000. i have read several reviews that ...
A: Brandi, At $300 you would also have a warranty. The New Home 7000 IF in good condition, and not ...
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