![]() ![]() Recently, I found a Singer 66 treadle! The machine was in bad condition, but I re-purposed the cast iron base and fit a new wooden top for my Featherweights.Īs my passion for Singer machines grew, I started researching their history and was surprised to see that all my machines have stickers indicating that they were made in St. I plan to have this one refurbished eventually. I have recently acquired a pristine 222 Featherweight that looks like it was never used.Ī few months ago, a 99K was gifted to me and although it is not in working condition, the detailed golden decals on it have earned it a special place in my sewing room. It was love at first stitch and my quest did not stop there. Recently, I bought a 221 Featherweight and the purr of that little baby made me put my expensive modern multi-stitch machine back into its case. That slowed me down a little, but it did not hinder my passion for old sewing machines. I was very proud of having mastered peddle power until I accidentally sewed through my index finger. ![]() My first sewing experience was on a Singer 66 treadle that had previously been owned by my grandmother. After acquiring a Singer Featherweight and rekindling a link to her past, Lynne was inspired to learn more about the history of her machines. Today we are featuring a guest article by Lynne McFern of Ste-Catherine, Quebec, Canada. ![]()
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