The Singer Featherweight seems to be the 'Holy Grail' for quilters. I never expected to own one, and was not really looking. But, what should I discover at the school sale? Oh yes, you guessed it.
I debated. Should I buy her? Nope, I really don't need another sewing machine. I don't use the vintage machines I have. (You will notice that was a plural.) I headed home for lunch.
Then I checked prices for Featherweights on the internet, and reconsidered. (Such a bad girl!)
She was not cheap mind you, but within the amount I would have donated to the school if I was asked for a donation. So, back I went, and brought her home. This little darling was made between August and October of 1950 in the St. John's Quebec factory. She's missing her bobbin case, but it seems to be easy enough to order one on-line. Hubby will repair her power cord and hopefully after a cleaning and oil she'll be up and running.
Worthy donation and great trade for it, Jean!
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