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2004
October
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Featherweight Fanatics A Service of Sue Traudt's Valley Brook Botanicals
Digest of postings from Sunday, October 17, 2004
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From: Debette@aol.com
Date: Sun, 17 Oct 2004 22:06:55 EDT
Subject: Chocolate teapots
In a message dated 10/17/04 3:26:39 PM, FWFanatics@ttsw.com writes:
> Graham, what is a chocolate teapot??!!!!?
>
This would be a lot like when we in the U.S. say "I have a bridge for
sale..." In other words, it's something you'd have to be stupid to buy, which
wouldn't work very well once you bought it. What started this conversation, anyway?!
Deb
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Date: Sun, 17 Oct 2004 22:28:27 -0700 (Pacific Daylight Time)
From: "Jo Ann H. Clark"
Subject: Off topic
Hi,
I like this digest because I learn so much and because everyone seems so
relaxed and not afraid of posting "off-topic." I hope this digest will
remain that way. I feel that if you don't want to read something, then
just skip over it.
I was a member of Vintagesingers and quit posting because the moderator
humiliated and embarrassed me. I simply asked if anyone was going to a FW
maintenance class, and if so to contact me off-post because I wanted to go.
The moderator made a very rude comment about my post, meant to embarrass me,
to the whole group, and therefore I no longer felt welcome to post, and I
unsubscribed.
I hope this digest remains as friendly as it now is. I have a black FW,
Priscilla, and a white FW, Emily Jane. They are terrific!
I also have several people powered machines that I adore.
Jo Ann in Alabama
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From: Debette@aol.com
Date: Sun, 17 Oct 2004 22:04:18 EDT
Subject: Blackside and crinkles
In a message dated 10/17/04 3:26:39 PM, FWFanatics@ttsw.com writes:
> Does anyone know of a 24-step program for information addicts? I don't
> think
> 12 steps would be enough.=A0 I'd be willing to travel.
>
Darla - I think you should write a book! I would LOVE to read all about this
!
Whaddya say?
Deb
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Date: Sun, 17 Oct 2004 20:33:18 -0500
From: Topstitching by JoEllen
Subject: A little off topic, but I can't help but brag....
I am a new gramma to a new beautiful bouncing baby girl. Amanda Joann, born
Friday afternoon. Weighed a little less than my FW, 8 lbs. 9 ozs. Jo Ellen
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From: "Cathy D"
Subject: FW, for Ann
Date: Sun, 17 Oct 2004 22:24:43 -0400
I have also taken up knitting socks. Don't everyone laugh out loud at
once, now. It is very fun. It is that yarn that works up into
something that looks like a knitted pattern.
Ann, I have just taken up knitting scarfs, and would love to knit
socks..problem is, I'm not that good yet. I can do a mean knit and purl,
but can't get much past that..wish you were closer we could share tips.
I've been quilting a lot ...and sewing on my featherweight, no time to
post!
Cathy From NC
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From: "Gayle DeForest"
Subject: Hand piecing
Date: Sun, 17 Oct 2004 19:16:04 -0700
Ann, I DO hand piece--Drunkard's Path blocks! I find it is more
accurate, and relaxing, than trying to use the machine on those curves!
Gayle in Sacramento, CA
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From: Debette@aol.com
Date: Sun, 17 Oct 2004 22:07:26 EDT
Subject: PS
In a message dated 10/17/04 3:26:39 PM, FWFanatics@ttsw.com writes:
> Graham, what is a chocolate teapot??!!!!?
>
...because it would MELT. Get it? Teapot, hot water.....
Deb
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From: Debette@aol.com
Date: Sun, 17 Oct 2004 22:02:11 EDT
Subject: Re: FW Fanatics 10/16/2004
In a message dated 10/17/04 3:26:39 PM, FWFanatics@ttsw.com writes:
> If anyone is going=A0 to Houston with a camera and feels that they could
=A0
> take
> photos of my Journal quilts please can you email me privately.=A0 Susan
=A0 in S
> CA
>
>
Sure, Susan, I'd be glad to! What does your 'name' mean, "Pkgczarina"?
Deb
PS Send me your full name separately, so I can find your quilt in the
display. I have a couple of friends with quilts in that display also. Where
do you
live?
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Date: Sun, 17 Oct 2004 15:50:43 -0700
From: James Sorrell
Subject: Hello All
Hello All
Several calls recently have prompted this note. Many of us buy machines
from Ebay and other online venues.
The seller describes the machine in such a way as to get as much for
them as possible. I honestly dont have a problem with this as long as
the description matches the product that you or I receive.
Here is what I am suggesting. Insist that the seller does as I do when I
sell a machine to someone that orders online or by phone. Have them
thread the machine and run a test sample and leave it under the pressure
foot. This way there is no question that the machine will sew.
One lady called last week and had purchased a machine that was supposed
to work. It had such a bind in it that the machine would not even turn a
complete rotation. It also had a motor problem and may need a new one. I
told here exactly what I would do if I were her. Demand a refund!!!!
This is not right. Ask enough questions to be sure that you are not
buying a "pig in a poke". If it, when received,is not exactly as you
expected it to be, dont be shy and not demand your rights.
Remember that the gate that squeeks gets the grease.
As ever
Jim Sorrell
Chico, Ca.
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Date: Sun, 17 Oct 2004 15:38:05 -0700
From: James Sorrell
Subject: Hello All
Hello All
Three times this week I had machines brought in for service where the
customer was complaining about irratic tension.
Here was the culprit on all three. Some of the mass produced,
aftermarket bobbins that are offered from our distributors are not
"regular" in shape. They seem to be "egg shaped" instead of perfectly
round. They drag as the thread is coming out to produce a stitch.
Here is a test. When you use a bobbin that is new always put it into the
bobbin case or bobbin holder, thread it like the book shows and do this
test. Pull the thread and make sure that there is no restriction. If
there is replace the bobbin.
A sewing machine must have unrestricted thread flow in order to function
properly.
On all three machines the customer wanted the machine serviced while it
was in the store, otherwise the problem could have been solved for $.50
or less.
Hope this helps
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Date: Sun, 17 Oct 2004 14:40:03 -0700 (PDT)
From: judy ryder
Subject: tan featherweight
I recently purchased a tan featherweight at an antique sale-ES874142-the badge says 221k not j and
the case is not two-tone tan but is black. The case is the style with the clamp in the lid for
the foot control. The black case has a lining of black with a design on it-baskets of flowers-one
can only see the pattern when the light hits it just so. Has it been relined? Do you think it's
the original case? The foot control is tan. The machine is in good shape and runs fine-I paid
$395.00 for it. Judy in CO
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Date: Sun, 17 Oct 2004 13:48:33 -0700
From: ikwlt@cox.net
Subject: my newest FW
i was winning bidder on a FW that i was able to pick up locally. it's in
OK condition and i'm going thru the clean/oil/lube process today.
the serial # is AF167102 and if graham would be so kind to let me know it's
'birthdate' i would really appreciate it.
the attributes are: decals intact, scrolled faceplate, numbered tension,
plain throatplate, case with tray. all of my machines so far have had a
plain throatplate. i've heard such wonderful things about the accuracy of
singer's 1/4" on the marked ones that i'm hoping to one day get a chance to
check it out on my own. until then i'll have to rely on the 1/4" foot for
quilting accuracy.
dutchrose
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From: "Steve Ward"
Subject: short posts
Date: Sun, 17 Oct 2004 14:16:00 -0400
Regarding the issue of short postings on FWF;
For myself in particular, this summer has been exceptionally busy with
repairs, sales, eBay stuff in general, quilt shows, plus all the other
things that life throws at you.Since we closed our retail shop we have
been amazed at the size and scope of the online vintage sewing market. I
had no idea.
Long and short is this though; most online discussion groups are good,
(especially FWF) and a valuable resource for the beginner, but for a
merchant it's debateable as to whether they are worth the time given to
keeping up with and responding the postings. Sad fact is that sales are
often not commensurate with the time one invests. I know that sales are
not the only measure of success, but any merchant who neglects their
cash flow will not be in business for long. I truly enjoy answering
questions and chatting about old machines, but the day is only so long.
Another discouraging factor with online discussion groups is the
tendency of some of the members to have something to say on every topic,
whether they are able to contribute anything of value or not. I think
the tendencey to endlessly discuss something of minor interest or even
off -topic hurts some too.
Take this for what it's worth, which may not be very much.
Steve
sewingdoc
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From: "LEQ"
Subject: 301 information
Date: Sun, 17 Oct 2004 09:57:58 -0500
M
I want to thank everyone for all there input on the 301. I was shocked at
all the emails of information. Everyone is always ready to help and so full
of information.
I received to pictures of 301's with different decals. I would like to know
which year the decals were changed on the 301. I might digitize both designs
and you will have a choice of designs you want on your covers to match
which machine you have. I will announce the winner of the cover set this
coming week. You were all GREAT!
Thanks again,
Lequita Lester
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From: JennDevine1@aol.com
Date: Sun, 17 Oct 2004 09:03:43 EDT
Subject: Re: sluggish 221
In a message dated 10/15/2004 3:16:54 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
FWFanatics@ttsw.com writes:
99 percent of all slow machine problems are a result
of the belt
being too tight.....
The belt is not too tight, I have it adjusted with the right amount of give
on the belt
Let me know if I can help with anything!
~ Jenn
http://www.designinspirations.net/
Design Inspirations
Research Triangle Park, NC
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From: nitanewbern@webtv.net (Nita Newbern)
Date: Sun, 17 Oct 2004 07:22:48 -0400
Subject: accurate seam guide
I wrote to cluttergutter.com and found out that the seam guide for the
Featherweight is called the "Accurate Seam Guide", NOT the "Tacky Seam
Guide". They are 10.00 plus 1.25 S&H. They sound good so I am ordering
one and will let you know how I like it. Cluttergutter.com also has
some other interesting products on their website.
Anita in cloudy upstate NY
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From: "Jack&Jacquelyn McGrail"
Subject: short digests
Date: Sat, 16 Oct 2004 20:26:01 -0400
I guess people are really busy this fall.
We've had very low registration for quilt classes at our local shops for
Sept. & Oct., some really outstanding classes had zero registrants!
Are people in the US just weirded-out (whoops, 60's terminology, showing
my age!) over the impending election?
I'm piecing flag quilts for returning wounded soldiers (e.g., servicemen
and women), and working on two quilts for newborn girls (granddaughters
of my friends).
I'm also keeping very busy with presentations to garden clubs and quilt
classes, bees, and guilds.
I'm working on organizing my library of quilt books, making a card
catalog for them, using an old Rolodex from my office (another life),
organizing by title, shelving and cross referencing by topic.
I'm catching up with my dear friend Jill, who just returned from her
annual 6 months in the Mediterranean/Adriatic on their 50 ft sailboat.
She brought me some great pictures of my daughter and grandson, who live
in Slovenia. They got together in Hvar (a resort island off Croatia).
I'm planning a trip to see them in the summer, my son is going in
November. I sold Jill a couple of FWs when I had an antiques shop, and
she keeps one on their sailboat. This summer she made some great quilt
blocks from batiks while she was away.
I like to hear about all aspects of the lives of FWFs, and if there is a
topic under discussion that I'm not interested in, I just skip over it.
I have a question for you all, what free motion foot do you like for the
FWs? Brand, style, etc? (Small circle or large, open--as in C-shaped or
closed circle, plastic or metal ?
I'm still interested in hearing from people about the differences, those
that affect performance, between the 15-91 and the 201! I didn't get
any replies that described why one might be preferred over the other!
Jacquelyn, in Maryland, where today I was gathering Osages Oranges (aka
Hedge Apples), the fruit of the native US tree Maclea pomifera, which
look like chartreuse brains, about the size of softballs. They make
great fall decorations, piled in bowls or baskets with mini-pumpkins and
gourds. It's cool and breezy and cloudy today, and there was a freak
thunder and hail storm north of Baltimore that caused several multi-car
and truck collisions with fatalities. Life is short, enjoy it while you
can!
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