Complete Guide to Treadle Sewing Machines

Author: Reuben O. Doyle
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781540832467
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 124

Book Description
As a sewing machine repair person for over twenty five years, I've seen almost every problem that can happen with your home sewing machine. I've seen people so frustrated with their new found treadle sewing machine that they were ready to set it aside for looks only, just because they couldn't figure out how to use or operate it. Normally the old treadles no longer have instruction books with them, therefore it's up to the owner to try to figure things out. Even a basic thing like putting on a new belt is an impossible task when you don't know where to begin and what steps to take to get it in the right position and secured properly. If you stop and think about it, the treadle machine is the machine all sewing machines of today were modeled after. The electric motor was added to take the place of the foot power of the treadle machines. The shuttle was changed from the bullet style to the present style of a small round flat shuttle directly under the feed dog and needle bar. I've had many requests to try to locate an instruction manual for treadle sewing machines, to no avail. After years of request after request for information on treadle sewing machines, I was finally talked into writing a book of general instruction for the treadle machine. Keep in mind that there are many different styles, brands and manufacturers of treadle sewing machines, and some are made in other countries. With that in mind, I could not include each of them specifically and cover the small differences they each may have, therefore this book is written in a "generic" style so that the information could be applied to any treadle machine.

Treadle Sewing Machines

Author: Donna Kohler
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780982564301
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 40

Book Description
Gain the confidence to get your treadle in working order to glide as they should. Learn cleaning a machine to not destroy gold decals, oiling, lubricating, tension and pressure, installing a leather belt, threading, how to treadle, and more.

How to Select, Service, Repair & Maintain Your Vintage Sewing Machine

Author: Connie McCaffery
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781535380331
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 160

Book Description
***PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A BLACK & WHITE EDITION*** If you liked the First Edition, then you'll love the Second. While the second edition includes the same content as the first, minor revisions, additional topics, and an index were added. Written with the novice in mind, this Second Edition guide, 'How to Select, Service, Repair & Maintain your Vintage Sewing Machine' will show you how to do just that. With easy to follow step by step instructions, you'll feel confident working on your own vintage sewing machine. It's like having an instructor right there with you. Focusing solely on sewing machines pre-1960, this book covers topics such as: How to buy, what to look for, servicing steps with pictures, various repair topics, how to ship, finding parts & manuals, troubleshooting, maintaining, proper storage and more.

Sewing Machine Reference Tool

Author: Bernie Tobisch
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1644030012
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 115

Book Description
Easily solve a multitude of sewing machine problems with this handy guide. Kick tension problems to the curb and say goodbye to presser foot problems! This pocket-size guide helps you troubleshoot your sewing machine on the go. A comprehensive chart of common issues will help you quickly diagnose the issue at hand and find the remedy to get your stress levels back to zero. Master needle nicks, tricky threaders, and baffling buttonholes once and for all! This portable guide is perfect to take along to retreats and classes so readers can quickly get their machines back up and running. All the information you need to resolve common issues for stress-free sewing Quickly find the facts with a troubleshooting chart for sewers and quilters Solve tension and presser foot problems, mastering buttonholes, needles, threaders, automatic thread cutters, and more

The Encyclopedia of Early American Sewing Machines

Author: Carter Bays
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781574324167
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Collectors are bound to love The Encyclopedia of Early American Sewing Machines, Second Edition. The first edition of this book, self-published by author Carter Bays in 1993, sold more than 3,000 copies, and he has totally revamped it for this printing. American sewing machines from 1850 through 1920 are featured in more than 450 large, detailed photographs, half of them in color, and current collector values are estimated. The book traces the history and development of the sewing machine industry from 1800 to after 1900. Almost all known U.S. manufacturers of sewing machines up to 1875 (and several beyond) are highlighted: Singer, Wheeler & Wilson, Shaw & Clark, Weed, Howe, and Holly, to name just a few. Do you own your great aunt's antique treadle sewing machine? This book will identify and give the history of the manufacturer. Specific information is provided on restoring antique sewing machines, and toy sewing machines are also given coverage. This title is sure to become the standard reference for early American sewing machines. 2005 values.

Singer Sewing Book

Author: Mary Picken
Publisher: Thomspon Press
ISBN: 1445514672
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 264

Book Description
This early work is fascinating read for sewing enthusiasts and contains much information that is useful and practical today. Its 240 pages are extensively illustrated with diagrams and photographs and 18 full page plates, forming a complete how-to guide to sewing. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

The Sewing Machine Master Guide

Author: Clifford L. Blodget
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780990022725
Category : Machine sewing
Languages : en
Pages : 340

Book Description
A comprehensive easy to navigate efficient sewing machine guide and reference book for beginners and experts.

Antique American Sewing Machines

Author: James W. Slaten
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780963228703
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 256

Book Description
A famous man once said, "The sewing machine is one of the few useful things ever invented." The ANTIQUE AMERICAN SEWING MACHINE VALUE GUIDE, soon to be published, is the most comprehensive book on antique American sewing machine values printed to date. Consisting of 258 pages & written by the "best West Coast source" on collecting & appraising old sewing machines, it lists current estimated values for every collectible American sewing machine manufactured from 1851 through the turn of the century. Also included are brief histories on the invention of the sewing machine & American sewing machine companies. The ANTIQUE AMERICAN SEWING MACHINE VALUE GUIDE has over 100 photos & descriptions of machines that are fast becoming an excellent investment. This book has information on where collections can be seen & a Singer serial number dating chart. Written in easy to read text, it is the perfect sewing machine value guide for the advanced or beginner collector, as well as any individual who would like to know the estimated value of his or her sewing machine heirloom. When buying or selling a collectible sewing machine, the ANTIQUE AMERICAN SEWING MACHINE VALUE GUIDE can be used to document its value.

The Sewing Machine

Author: Natalie Fergie
Publisher: Unbound Publishing
ISBN: 1911586246
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 384

Book Description
Over 100,000 copies sold 'A tapestry of strong characters and accomplished writing' Herald Scotland It is 1911, and Jean is about to join the mass strike at the Singer factory. For her, nothing will be the same again. Decades later, in Edinburgh, Connie sews coded moments of her life into a notebook, as her mother did before her. More than a hundred years after his grandmother’s sewing machine was made, Fred discovers a treasure trove of documents. His family history is laid out before him in a patchwork of unfamiliar handwriting and colourful seams. He starts to unpick the secrets of four generations, one stitch at a time.

Toy and Miniature Sewing Machines

Author: Glenda Thomas
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780891457886
Category : Miniature sewing machines
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Book I showcases hundreds of sewing machines in full color. Book II shows nearly 1,000 additional machines. Both books have detailed descriptions, measurements, dates, and 1997 values.