I couldn't resist buying another machine. It was only £2 and quite pretty as most of the decals are still there. It's a Frister & Rossman dating from 1901-1914.
Looking at pics at
I'm not sure that I'll use it for sewing. I've hardly even used the Singer yet. Perhaps I ought to go cut some fabric...
Any tips or hints about this machine would be welcome.
Anne
Come and join Treadle On, if you haven't already: we have lots of experts in reviving and using these golden oldies. I'd love yo see pix of your new machine. Treadle On can be found at:
"Anne Donnelly" wrote
Hi Anne - Cutting fabric is good but not mandatory. Think of your machines as art - sculpture actually - and they ARE! Don't you think they are beautiful??? Set them around so you can look at them. If you sew with them its a bonus!
Thanks Kate. I've put some pics at
I've signed up with Treadle On and I'm looking forward to hearing what goes on there.
In the short term I think I'll be following Chris's advice and putting it on display - if only 'cos I've no cupboard space!
Anne
Oh, very pretty! Very like my Jones in character.
See ya there! :) I mostly lurk, but it's nice to add to the discussions at times.
Oh, no - USE it! They love to be used! :) My Jones has the smoothest stitch.
It IS a beauty! I didn't mean don't use it - I meant put it where you can enjoy seeing it when you aren't using it!
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