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    Search: Posts Made By: mo-rie
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    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    01-13-2019, 05:39 AM
    Replies: 8
    Views: 4,754
    Posted By mo-rie

    I use Schmetz Microtex 80/12 needles in my Pfaff...

    I use Schmetz Microtex 80/12 needles in my Pfaff 30 treadle.
    Forum: Pictures
    12-11-2016, 03:24 AM
    Replies: 112
    Views: 12,090
    Posted By mo-rie

    Oh, this is so beautiful! I have the same book...

    Oh, this is so beautiful! I have the same book (love it) and have the hour glass and nine patches all done. I have been procrastinating on the applique border for 17 years. After seeing your...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    11-19-2015, 08:35 AM
    Replies: 13
    Views: 4,816
    Posted By mo-rie

    I just flew with my FW on 11-14. Security was...

    I just flew with my FW on 11-14. Security was tighter but had it in an American Tourists rolling carry-on that I found at Walmart. I padded the back inside to protect against rubbing on the handle...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    10-11-2015, 07:30 AM
    Replies: 47
    Views: 23,828
    Posted By mo-rie

    My Centennial 201 does not have the spool pin...

    My Centennial 201 does not have the spool pin plate as well. Love that machine and would love to find a 201k! My sewing friend found a 201 treadle at a yard sale and I would LOVE to have one also! ...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    11-23-2013, 09:16 PM
    Replies: 25
    Views: 13,430
    Posted By mo-rie

    I taught for several years with these machines in...

    I taught for several years with these machines in my classroom. They do a very nice straight stitch. I was able to buy a so-so one at GW for $25 last spring. I forgot how much I like this one. My...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    10-20-2013, 07:48 PM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 2,442
    Posted By mo-rie

    Nice job! That 115 takes my breath away though! ...

    Nice job! That 115 takes my breath away though! Pretty decals!
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    10-19-2013, 10:15 AM
    Replies: 95
    Views: 23,622
    Posted By mo-rie

    No matter how many machines you have, one CANNOT...

    No matter how many machines you have, one CANNOT pass up a Bernina for $25! I have been eye-ing a 301 LBOW for $50 on CL. I have three 301's already, two of which are LBOW's. I just need ONE black...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    09-30-2013, 05:39 PM
    Replies: 15
    Views: 2,756
    Posted By mo-rie

    I am originally from WI and it seems that there's...

    I am originally from WI and it seems that there's a good amount of nice machines there! This one is gorgeous! I love those decals and the black handwheel.
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    09-29-2013, 09:47 AM
    Replies: 15
    Views: 2,388
    Posted By mo-rie

    You got an old one! The oldest I have come...

    You got an old one! The oldest I have come across is from 1923. The tension assembly was tiny on those early machines. You can get a slide plate from sew-classic.com. It is a reproduction. May...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    09-20-2013, 02:20 AM
    Replies: 28
    Views: 6,837
    Posted By mo-rie

    I passed up two Singer Red Head/Eye's this past...

    I passed up two Singer Red Head/Eye's this past summer. One was $35 and the other $45. Your Necchi would be a much more versatile machine with more stitches. Those Necchi owners LOVE theirs, so go...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    09-20-2013, 02:12 AM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 3,486
    Posted By mo-rie

    I just bought a 15-88 at church silent auction...

    I just bought a 15-88 at church silent auction for $45. I took it to my middle school classroom and a team of eager seventh graders helped me clean and oil her up. I love this machine! We hand...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    09-10-2013, 03:41 AM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 2,938
    Posted By mo-rie

    Love those deals! What an adrenaline rush! You...

    Love those deals! What an adrenaline rush! You will love the 15-88. I just picked one up Sunday and it sews beautifully. It is for my niece. I found another 15-89? electric on CL but $175 for a...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    08-19-2013, 07:57 PM
    Replies: 41
    Views: 13,318
    Posted By mo-rie

    Love your pristine decals! She is a looker! I...

    Love your pristine decals! She is a looker! I have a La Vencedora from 1926 that I converted to a HC. Now the cover doesn't fit. Will check your dimensions. I too removed the oil can holder. ...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    08-13-2013, 12:24 AM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 2,409
    Posted By mo-rie

    LOL! I promised DH last summer "No more...

    LOL! I promised DH last summer "No more machines!" until the 301 at GW, then eight more. He saw how excited I was to get my last 301 and now just tells me to be careful.
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    08-13-2013, 12:15 AM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 6,610
    Posted By mo-rie

    I have a knee bar for this machine as mine became...

    I have a knee bar for this machine as mine became a hand crank. Message me if interested. Beautiful machine! You are braver than me!
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    08-11-2013, 03:03 AM
    Replies: 23
    Views: 4,217
    Posted By mo-rie

    I loved this story! So glad it is a hobby you...

    I loved this story! So glad it is a hobby you both enjoy! I can see the progression from one conquest to another in my own collection! He is a keeper!
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    08-04-2013, 12:39 AM
    Replies: 9
    Views: 1,793
    Posted By mo-rie

    My 301 has some BC thread-catching problems too. ...

    My 301 has some BC thread-catching problems too. Curious to know the solution. Thanks for the information about the DVD...next month's budget purchase, I think! Congratulations on your FW!
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    08-04-2013, 12:17 AM
    Replies: 44,789
    Views: 10,710,238
    Posted By mo-rie

    Oh yes, Melinda! I turn on my 201 just to hear...

    Oh yes, Melinda! I turn on my 201 just to hear her run, so smoothly and quietly! It is good to know we are getting more selective in our purchases. At first, I wanted them so badly I would shell...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    08-04-2013, 12:06 AM
    Replies: 13
    Views: 2,628
    Posted By mo-rie

    LOL! I promised "no more" last summer. Let's...

    LOL! I promised "no more" last summer. Let's see, that was eight or nine machines ago. My DH said the look on my face when I got in the car last week after paying $10 for my last 301 was...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    08-03-2013, 11:58 PM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 2,220
    Posted By mo-rie

    I don't have a 15 electric yet! Have fun...

    I don't have a 15 electric yet! Have fun cleaning her up and be sure to show the after pictures too!
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    08-03-2013, 11:55 PM
    Replies: 8
    Views: 2,435
    Posted By mo-rie

    My new 404 seems to do better with plastic...

    My new 404 seems to do better with plastic bobbins? They were much quieter. I found a treasure trove of 66 bobbins at a thrift store, but haven't tried them in her yet. Keep your eyes open for...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    08-03-2013, 11:51 PM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 3,350
    Posted By mo-rie

    Be patient! Yours will come. I just found a...

    Be patient! Yours will come. I just found a neglected 301 in tan for $10 at an antique barn in Westfield, NY . I want a long-bed but it will come in time. We drove though PA on Friday from top to...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    08-03-2013, 11:42 PM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 3,065
    Posted By mo-rie

    Wow, the same birth month and year! I would love...

    Wow, the same birth month and year! I would love that! Sounds like you got a winner. Enjoy bonding with your new "baby"!
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    08-03-2013, 01:25 AM
    Replies: 41
    Views: 16,532
    Posted By mo-rie

    This might have been a school machine. I had...

    This might have been a school machine. I had four such cabinets housing the Elnas in my classroom in the 80's. If so, this might explain the "rode hard and put up wet" condition, as well as the...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    08-03-2013, 01:15 AM
    Replies: 27
    Views: 5,215
    Posted By mo-rie

    We were on vacation in SW NY near Erie this past...

    We were on vacation in SW NY near Erie this past week. I had to check out the CL ads just to see what was available and I believe I saw this ad! I remember thinking "What a gorgeous machine!". So...
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