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Safety Pins (2023 Update)
For years, I've checked every display of safety pins I come across for coilless pins suitable for hanging bodkins on my needle display, tethering coil safety pins, and so forth. This week I learned...
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Capital sewing machine. Need help identifying (2023 Update)
This is a old sewing machine I need help identifying it says Capital I believe I provided the model number and serial. I can’t find any information online though
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Notes for blog
Saturday, 19 March 2022 Eh, this is in the drafts folder, I might as well send it. isn't exactly crowded. I assumed that I could copy the post onto the clipboard, then open and paste it, but it turned...
 
Singer Athena 2000: A Comprehensive Guide to Identifying its Features and Quality before Purchase (2023 Update)
Hi folks - I noticed this machine + cabinet at a nearby auction and wondered if anyone here has knowledge or experience with it ? A bit of internet searching seems to indicate that it is mid-late...
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Needle-threader case
The last time my teeth were cleaned, the hygenist prescribed fuzzy toothpicks to clean between my teeth and under my bridge. Each package of "soft picks" comes with a "convenient case" for carrying a...
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What is the Best Brand of Thread for Piecing Light to Medium Weight Quilting Cotton? (2023 Update)
What brand of thread is recommended for piecing light to medium weight quilting cotton?
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Singer Professional XL 5000: Is it still working with Windows 10? (2023 Update)
Please help me. I want to buy a Singer xl5000 used but don't know if it will run with windows 10 . Can I load my own logo . Thanks from Italy
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where to find cheap long pile imitation faux fur?
I'm looking to buy about a square yard of faux fur for a project. Does not have to be real to save costs, but needs to have a long length. I'm having a lot of trouble finding any online without having...
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Posterboard substitute for oaktag? (2023 Update)
When I was last in a Dollar Tree, I noticed that their "posterboard" would probably be an excellent substitute for oaktag, though it might be a tad thinner. And it comes in plain, easy-to-write-on...
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Sears Kenmore model number
The actual manufacturer can be identified by the first 3 numbers in the Model Number : Sears Kenmore sewing machines : 20 = Greist 117 = White Sewing Machine Co. 119 = Unknown 120 = New Process...
 
Selvedge sheets
Where can I find a set of king size selvedge sheets ?
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Is a singer sewing machine 4622A a high or low shank? (2023 Update)
A 4622 Singer sewing uses a high or low shank.
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Necchi Lycia (2023 Update)
Harrumph. The machine is only sixty years old, and already the drive belt is worn out. When I wanted to file the receipt, I had to create a new folder. $5.99 for the belt, $99 for knowing what to...
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needle clampscrew??!! (2023 Update)
Hi I have 2 319K 's. The 2nd I have just acquired a beautiful Black one . My problem is that , The only thing that stops me sewing on it is the tiny black screw that goes in the needle clamp opposite...
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Necchi Supernova Ultra Mark 2 (2023 Update)
Hi All - anyone with experience or insights on this vintage Italian job ? It's not the free-arm. I'm thinking of putting in a bid - sight unseen - but it looks clean in the auction photos .. John T.
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