A Bernina Breakthrough! Here it is.

John · 2008-11-16T15:36:06+00:00

Here is what you all have been waiting for. Announcing the new/oldBernina 1008 Treadle Sewing Machine. In a stunning breakthrough of19th Century Technology, from a secret laboratory in the heart of OhioAmish country, Announcing the Bernina "Yoder Model". No longer do youneed to be dependent on computerized technology to sew clothes orquilt. Now even in the depth of Ohio winters, where electricity issometimes problematical, you can sew whatever you want to, withouteven bothering with the power outages. Now the race to ever moreexpensive technology has been checked and a path to sensibility hasbeen provided to those who can appreciate human powered technology.Gone are the days of confusing choices about which of the hundreds ofstitches should be used. Only the most practical and needed stitchesare available. Life just got simpler. And you can effect weight lossdo to the needed human activity interface that is required to operatethis sewing machine. No more stuffing your face with chocolate whileyou let your computerized machine do the sewing. This model requiresboth hands and feet to be engaged. Ok, this may not be perceived as adesirable feature by everybody.Now a few particulars: The Drive belt is a high tech solution to theold leather belt that has driven most treadle sewing machines forcenturies. It is Hollow Core Urethane tubing and is connected with analuminum double ended connector that can be removed, if needed. Thereis no stretching with this method, and the wear and life cycle isindefinite. The treadle mechanism is made by a local MennoniteCraftsman Machinist and is cast iron. The Hand Wheel is solid brassand is turned as single unit and replaces the standard hand wheel, butthe clutch inner hand wheel for the bobbin rewinding is retained. Thecustom made treadle sewing table/cabinet is made of Cherry by a localretired woodworker (Me), and houses all the feet and other accessoriesthat go with the use of this fine piece of mechanical craziness. Ihave been...

Nov 16, 2008 23 Replies

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Carolyn McCarty 17 years ago

That is darned clever, John! Want to make one for me, too? (just kidding--but I want one)

Let us know how much you enjoy working with the new Bernina. I am anxious to see the first quilt you make with it.

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Debra 17 years ago

Fantastic! I loved the sales pitch too! Debra in VA See my quilts at:

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John 17 years ago

I am in the planning stages for the next one right now. But, I am also making some things for Christmas gifts for relatives, in the woodworking shop, so the quilt will have to wait.

John

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amy in CNY 17 years ago

Great job, John! Enjoy your new "toy"!! That desk/cabinet is gorgeous....also a great achievment!!

amy in CNY

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