Want to see more Sewing machines? Well I did and updated tour a year after this one and oh boy my collection has grown! Find it here; ruclips.net/video/qO3ZKhFOBl4/видео.html
You're making me want to buy an antique sewing machine! I think I need one in my sewing room, way more attractive than my two modern ones! I'm now on the hunt, thank you!
What a beautiful collection! It does make sense that a treadle machine would be used for travel as electrical outlets are not universal. Looking forward to watching the restoration videos!
The long piece you showed under your electric machine at 9:11 is the singercraft guide in case you didn’t know! It’s a wonderful little attachment that can make a shag carpet sort of look by sewing and slicing yarn into your fabric ☺️ thanks for sharing your collection!
Absolutely love your video and collection. I have the same problem collecting Singer machines. I am in the USA and have 4 electric machines. I am looking for some hand crank machines as well as a treadle machine. Thank you for sharing your wonderful collection !
Oh those sound awesome! I'm actually about to do an updated sewing machine tour with everything I've gained since this one (it's a lot lol) so make sure to keep an eye out for that if U want to see even more!
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics Me too. Given the vast amount of decals over the decades that Singer produced them, it's an education in itself. Some decals are rarer than others and therefore more prized among sewing machine enthusiasts. Here in the US the " PHEASANT " decals and the " OWL" as well as the " PERSIAN" are considered rare or uncommon. Those are the ones I keep an eye out for.
They really are like tattoos and potato chips! You can’t just have one! I would love to see you do maintenance, but also if you could do a video just on how to sew on the treadle machines, that would be really helpful for those of us who are new to collecting these gorgeous old ladies.
11:37 My grandparents' house did not have electricity until 1946. All the sewing machines in that neighborhood were treadle machines. Singer sold electric and hand-crank versions of the same machines.
You have some nice machines, I have been collecting a few and restoring them to working order the last few years. (I actually stumbled here searching old Singer videos) I have viewed some of your other videos and like your channel. Keep safe and "Cheers" to you and Ben!
thanks and I'm glad you enjoyed it. I actually completed my first vintage sewing machine repair and restoration yesterday and now I'm hooked, I have another one half done but am just waiting on some new parts
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics Which machine? Did you film the process? I have a tote bag project to finish today, then I have a Singer 27 from 1910 to start work on...
They are precision machines which can be fussy about adjustment and corrosion, and they will break if handled roughly. The hand crank, balance wheel or main shaft can bend or break if they're dropped, which can happen if a cabinet machine comes adrift from its hinges, or a portable machine isn't properly attached to its cover when carried. Having said that, if a machine was well cared for in its previous life, before being consigned to the attic or outbuilding, then it's often just a matter of removing surface rust and grime, and oiling the bits that need it.
The singer 99k spray a lot af wd inside and leave it for a bit after try it bit at a time worked on mine, also on the rust metal bits spray wd and rub it with aluminium cooking foil, I know sounds bit strange but worked on mine, good luck looking forward to seeing next videos.
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics There are videos online with information on how to clean these old gems. Not with WD 40. The artwork on them is delicate. Even Windex is a bad idea.
@@rogerpeggywheat1630 Thanks, I've actually joined a realy great reddit group all dedicated to people helping each other repair these machines so I'm confident whatever I do will be ok :)
Hmm.. you and your hubby may need to think about a bigger home or adding an extension.. the rule of thumb is if you have them, you should be using them. 😁
Not really...it is a collection. Collecting to display and enjoy...I have over 50 machines of the era all work but, not used , displayed, discussed, and enjoyed by many visitors
I use the ISMACS International Singer Sewing Machine Serial Number Database, its gives you a range. ie from numbers 100-200 they were made in July of 1984, they are a singer 15k and were produced in Clydbank Scotland. Here's the link :D ismacs.net/singer_sewing_machine_company/serial-numbers/singer-sewing-machine-serial-number-database.html
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics There are a couple of things to note about those tables. Firstly they record the date that the numbers were allotted to a batch - we don't know how much later the machines were actually built. Secondly the quantity recorded is for that particular batch - often you will see another batch of the same model just a few entries either side of a particular record. So if a batch date is stated as "July-December 1903" that's when that batch was allotted, not the total scheduled production of that model for that period.
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics There's an element of luck, but for me it's mostly about patience (I've been collecting over 20 years) and looking in the right places. Just searching eBay regularly has turned up a 15K treadle for a tenner, a couple of very good 201K for £25 as well as 319K 320K 431G and others for very reasonable prices. Most of them have needed a service, some needed repairs - a 29K is the biggest project I've taken on, in terms of work, parts needed and knowledge yet to be acquired, but I have other things more important on which to spend my time ...
@@eternaloptimist2840 yere, i often go months without finding anything good and get three at once that are all such good steels I can't say no to! It's only when I'm in a real rush to get something that I end up paying out of the nose for it 😅
Old sewing machines are important. They’re a stewardship. They’re the power tools and spaceships of women who were stuck at home with children. We got them and bicycles and suddenly - we got the vote! Like we’re people! So buy all you want, even when you don’t know their story, you know they have one and it matters. (Also, they’ll sew for another few centuries if kept up 😃)
I hadn't considered the social significance of these two inventions together, which is odd because the things I collect are too many vintage sewing machines and too many bicycles. They both combine elegant engineering with pleasure in using them (and foot power - must practice treadling).
Sure like that tacking machine. They do not come along often and if they do LOTS of money and the last one with the RAF decals on it, did you say it was made in 1950? Good to know as everything you read about those decals there were only made in the 30's and 40's and of course not many were made during the war so not that common and are like Hen's teeth in the USA . I am from Canada and we did make them in our singer factor also. Look close at them they are cool
@@Eds157 there are a lot of recorded online along with several very informative Reddit pages to help u get started or we do have a vintage sewing machine chat channel on my discord with some very knowledgeable people
Some one that helpful is vintage sewing machines geroge. Esty has treadle lady she has book tool any thing treadle or electric. She supper helpful she may be helpful on some more difficult thing. Outher vintage sewing machines geroge is on RUclips.. your vidio are interesting.
Ahh I so want a treadle or hand crank machine! I inherited my great grandmother’s 221 featherweight which is in pristine condition and just got a 1946 singer at a garage sale because the guy made me an offer I couldn’t refuse, $5! I think he just wanted it to go to someone who’d appreciate it?
I think you made a mistake. The newest (to you) hand crank machine you said (twice) was from 1992. I think you meant 1892. I wasn't sure I heard correctly so I rewound the video to double check. Other than that, I am a little envious that you can still find the old hand crank machines for next to nothing. In the US they usually cost more if they're in decent shape. Usually $100 is the least expensive one I've seen. Less than that and the machine needs restoration.
Yes that's true I did mis speak lol. And honestly most of them are expensive over here to, I've just been very lucky with people wanting to get rid of them quick and me willing to drive right that second to pick them up :)
I think it is actually from 1922. The model 99 was introduced in 1911. 5 of my 35 singers are 99's ( also have a bit of an addiction ). They are very sturdy and easy to use, and share a lot of parts with the larger 66. I had an older model 127 that would not move, it took a lot of gentle persuasion and oil as the needlebar was rusted in place but it now sews beautifully. Good luck and don't give up on the attic find.
@@ryndl Wow, you got it bad.:-) I have a couple of 66K and a 185K which is a facelift of the third 99K version. The 66K was what I used as a child, and finding a replacement was what started my collection. I currently have about 15 Singers, and maybe ten others - a few Jones' and some Europeans; mostly working, a few projects.
Want to see more Sewing machines? Well I did and updated tour a year after this one and oh boy my collection has grown!
Find it here; ruclips.net/video/qO3ZKhFOBl4/видео.html
Girl, I bought my first antique sewing machine a little over a year ago and so far I have aquired 5 more! It's so much fun!
That is awesome! And they are very addictive lol!
Lucky you to get 2 such beautiful machines for free. Although to be honest all the machines were beautiful. Thank you for sharing them with us.
My pleasure! I've actually just finished filming an updated sewing machine tour so cant wait to show all the new ones off as well!
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics great! I'm looking forward to seeing it
Thank you so much. I've just caught the bug. One is never enough. I'm a sewing machine addict. So wonderful. Beautiful collection.
You are so welcome!
I’d love to see you make things from the years of your machines. They’re all beautiful.
Thankyou, I will definetily get onto it!
You're making me want to buy an antique sewing machine! I think I need one in my sewing room, way more attractive than my two modern ones! I'm now on the hunt, thank you!
Haha good luck! Let me know what you get, there's so many out there I love to see what everyone chooses!
The boot machine is gorgeous. I m happy to see it s with someone who appreciates its beauty and function. Keep inspiring.
Thank you! Will do! :D
Oh wow the Singer Treadle in the cabinet ♥️🧵Love to see a video of it Sewing some stitches ! Glenn
Don't worry, I will be doing a lot of sewing with these in the future
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics super cool !!!
One from 1918...my great grandmother had that type ...I remembered seeing it ..
That's so cool!
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics singer machines are very durable ..
I am totally addicted to vintage sewing machines. Beautiful, elderly, workhorses.
Yes they definitely are!
What a beautiful collection! It does make sense that a treadle machine would be used for travel as electrical outlets are not universal. Looking forward to watching the restoration videos!
Thanks :)
The long piece you showed under your electric machine at 9:11 is the singercraft guide in case you didn’t know! It’s a wonderful little attachment that can make a shag carpet sort of look by sewing and slicing yarn into your fabric ☺️ thanks for sharing your collection!
Oh I had no idea, will have to try it out, thankyou!
OOOO I can’t wait til it premieres I love antique machinery like sewing machines!!!! :)
Thatnk, I love them to! Probably why I've ended up with so many.... 😂
muito bom parabéns pelo canal ótimo conteúdo sou fã de máquinas de costura antigas.
Thanks :D I'm glad you like them
Absolutely love your video and collection. I have the same problem collecting Singer machines. I am in the USA and have 4 electric machines. I am looking for some hand crank machines as well as a treadle machine. Thank you for sharing your wonderful collection !
Oh those sound awesome! I'm actually about to do an updated sewing machine tour with everything I've gained since this one (it's a lot lol) so make sure to keep an eye out for that if U want to see even more!
That was fun! I would love to watch you service one of these and/or put one back in running order. Thank you for sharing!
Thanks so much! I can't wait to get to work repairing them to :)
Beautiful machines! Great presentation.
Thanks
Very nice collection. Your 1st and 2nd machines have the " Victorian " decals. Your last one has the RAF or Royal Air Force decals.
Oh thanks, I always struggle to find out what the designs are called
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics Me too. Given the vast amount of decals over the decades that Singer produced them, it's an education in itself. Some decals are rarer than others and therefore more prized among sewing machine enthusiasts. Here in the US the " PHEASANT " decals and the " OWL" as well as the " PERSIAN" are considered rare or uncommon. Those are the ones I keep an eye out for.
@@oldschoolwoolandweavingcen4060 oh I'm going to go look those up now!
They really are like tattoos and potato chips! You can’t just have one! I would love to see you do maintenance, but also if you could do a video just on how to sew on the treadle machines, that would be really helpful for those of us who are new to collecting these gorgeous old ladies.
Great idea!! I will definitely do one at some point :D
Your collection is lovely. So much quality. It was a joy to view the machines as well as the cabinetry.
Thankyou so much! There's definitely some more I want to add to my collection, but we're doing it gradually lol
I can't cope! They are all lovely. My collection is nowhere near as good as yours. Thank you for showing us.
Birdy
no worries, so glad you enjoyed them!
11:37 My grandparents' house did not have electricity until 1946. All the sewing machines in that neighborhood were treadle machines. Singer sold electric and hand-crank versions of the same machines.
I think that is so cool that they released different versions of the same machine. Or a lot of the time they also sold the motor separately lol
I would love to see you do that! Stephanie E
You have some nice machines, I have been collecting a few and restoring them to working order the last few years. (I actually stumbled here searching old Singer videos) I have viewed some of your other videos and like your channel. Keep safe and "Cheers" to you and Ben!
thanks and I'm glad you enjoyed it. I actually completed my first vintage sewing machine repair and restoration yesterday and now I'm hooked, I have another one half done but am just waiting on some new parts
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics Which machine? Did you film the process? I have a tote bag project to finish today, then I have a Singer 27 from 1910 to start work on...
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics Here is a link to Andy, I find his repair videos helpful. (You may also) ruclips.net/channel/UCUSPDsHaFtRoz1VA2U1xJ4w
@@linuxfan7779 yes I filmed it and it's actually a friends machine so wasn't featured in this video, but I will be editing it and releasing it soon :D
as to the rusted one, you know the machines of this era were built like a tank so it should clean-up very nicely! have fun!
That's the plan!, have gotten started on a few of them but no major progress to report yet. We will get there though!
They are precision machines which can be fussy about adjustment and corrosion, and they will break if handled roughly. The hand crank, balance wheel or main shaft can bend or break if they're dropped, which can happen if a cabinet machine comes adrift from its hinges, or a portable machine isn't properly attached to its cover when carried. Having said that, if a machine was well cared for in its previous life, before being consigned to the attic or outbuilding, then it's often just a matter of removing surface rust and grime, and oiling the bits that need it.
Thank you for sharing this wonderful interesting video. I have a small collection. Viewing from the French island St Martin in the Caribbean.
oh awsome I'm so glad you enjoyed it :D
The singer 99k spray a lot af wd inside and leave it for a bit after try it bit at a time worked on mine, also on the rust metal bits spray wd and rub it with aluminium cooking foil, I know sounds bit strange but worked on mine, good luck looking forward to seeing next videos.
Will give it a go. I've been rather busy so havent had a lot of time to work on these yet
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics There are videos online with information on how to clean these old gems. Not with WD 40. The artwork on them is delicate. Even Windex is a bad idea.
@@rogerpeggywheat1630 Thanks, I've actually joined a realy great reddit group all dedicated to people helping each other repair these machines so I'm confident whatever I do will be ok :)
Congratulations!
Thanks 👍
Wow amazing💖
haha, I know. And it's only a small problem really lol
We have gotten most of our machines in our collection from Facebook Marketplace.
I've got quite lucky on there several times, it's great!
Nice machine I have 2 of this machine
Sweet :)
Increíble tu colección, me encantó, vivo en Argentina y estoy restaurando una Lada 121 a pedal, no se de que año es.
Oh wow that sounds really cool! And thankyou!
Hmm.. you and your hubby may need to think about a bigger home or adding an extension.. the rule of thumb is if you have them, you should be using them. 😁
Haha! We are actually looking at downsizing, but I agree. They all need to be used a bit more!
Not really...it is a collection. Collecting to display and enjoy...I have over 50 machines of the era all work but, not used , displayed, discussed, and enjoyed by many visitors
I wish we could find these lovely antique machines at these prices here in the USA.
One day I honestly want to take a trip to the USA just so I can go sewing machine shopping! You guys get so many that never got produces in the uk
I own a singer 66 Treadle dated via Serial number 1917 with a quantity if assorted parts and old manual
Ow nice! Great find :)
I have my great grandmothers footpedal Singer. I am wanting to restore it but am at a loss where to start.
I would give it a good dust off and wipe down and see what works/turns and go from there
Very nice ladies! Please move needle with presser foot down on feed dogs, it wears them out. :-)
Thanks
Hi! Such a lovely collection! Where do you find the exact numbers if each machine? When they were made and how many? Thanks 😊
I use the ISMACS International Singer Sewing Machine Serial Number Database, its gives you a range. ie from numbers 100-200 they were made in July of 1984, they are a singer 15k and were produced in Clydbank Scotland. Here's the link :D
ismacs.net/singer_sewing_machine_company/serial-numbers/singer-sewing-machine-serial-number-database.html
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics thank you so much 🌺
@@caolila181 no worries
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics There are a couple of things to note about those tables. Firstly they record the date that the numbers were allotted to a batch - we don't know how much later the machines were actually built. Secondly the quantity recorded is for that particular batch - often you will see another batch of the same model just a few entries either side of a particular record. So if a batch date is stated as "July-December 1903" that's when that batch was allotted, not the total scheduled production of that model for that period.
1:20 *that moment when you realize that you live in a place where people are asking 900 usd for one in much, much worse condition 🙃*
Honestly there not normally cheap in the UK either, I'm just very lucky an very happy to drop everything at a moments notice to pick one up!
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics I have three 28K (actually a VS3, 28K and 128K) that cost nothing, a fiver and "free with another machine" respectively
@@eternaloptimist2840 So lucky! I love it when that happens!
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics There's an element of luck, but for me it's mostly about patience (I've been collecting over 20 years) and looking in the right places. Just searching eBay regularly has turned up a 15K treadle for a tenner, a couple of very good 201K for £25 as well as 319K 320K 431G and others for very reasonable prices. Most of them have needed a service, some needed repairs - a 29K is the biggest project I've taken on, in terms of work, parts needed and knowledge yet to be acquired, but I have other things more important on which to spend my time ...
@@eternaloptimist2840 yere, i often go months without finding anything good and get three at once that are all such good steels I can't say no to! It's only when I'm in a real rush to get something that I end up paying out of the nose for it 😅
Old sewing machines are important. They’re a stewardship. They’re the power tools and spaceships of women who were stuck at home with children. We got them and bicycles and suddenly - we got the vote! Like we’re people! So buy all you want, even when you don’t know their story, you know they have one and it matters. (Also, they’ll sew for another few centuries if kept up 😃)
Yes that's definitely the plan, to keep them in great condition so that one day someone else can enjoy them :)
I hadn't considered the social significance of these two inventions together, which is odd because the things I collect are too many vintage sewing machines and too many bicycles. They both combine elegant engineering with pleasure in using them (and foot power - must practice treadling).
This is a charming perspective and will help justify my growing antique machine collection!
Beautiful collection.
Next to last machine. You said mfg in 1992, twice. True?
I never noticed I did that and I meant 1892 :D
Sure like that tacking machine. They do not come along often and if they do LOTS of money and the last one with the RAF decals on it, did you say it was made in 1950? Good to know as everything you read about those decals there were only made in the 30's and 40's and of course not many were made during the war so not that common and are like Hen's teeth in the USA . I am from Canada and we did make them in our singer factor also. Look close at them they are cool
They are very very cool and honestly an absolute dream to work with!
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics You have that right! I love them and collect them also. It is a sickness with me I swear it is ha ha.
@@lindamorgan2678 Oh it definitely is!
Oh man, I so want a Singer,hand turn machine from 1902 , how can I get one? Wow.
I would just keep an eye on the fb market place for your area or ebay. I've gotton a lot of deals that way
I have one almost 150 years old
Oh wow, that's pretty impressive!
@@AnnabelleAndBensAntics i want to restore it but dont know how
@@Eds157 there are a lot of recorded online along with several very informative Reddit pages to help u get started or we do have a vintage sewing machine chat channel on my discord with some very knowledgeable people
But I don't know what brand it is
Some one that helpful is vintage sewing machines geroge. Esty has treadle lady she has book tool any thing treadle or electric. She supper helpful she may be helpful on some more difficult thing. Outher vintage sewing machines geroge is on RUclips.. your vidio are interesting.
thankyou I will have to check those people out :D
Shuttle.. I think this is the word you were searching for to describe your Singer 27?
Yes thankyou!
Ahh I so want a treadle or hand crank machine! I inherited my great grandmother’s 221 featherweight which is in pristine condition and just got a 1946 singer at a garage sale because the guy made me an offer I couldn’t refuse, $5! I think he just wanted it to go to someone who’d appreciate it?
Oh that's so nice! I definetily prefer treadles to hand cranks but they take up so much room! To much fun to use though!
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Keep up the good work.
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Thankyou! I will 😊
I have old sewing machine I think 1930s father he said
Very nice
I have 100 year old paff machine
Oh lovely!
I think you made a mistake. The newest (to you) hand crank machine you said (twice) was from 1992. I think you meant 1892. I wasn't sure I heard correctly so I rewound the video to double check. Other than that, I am a little envious that you can still find the old hand crank machines for next to nothing. In the US they usually cost more if they're in decent shape. Usually $100 is the least expensive one I've seen. Less than that and the machine needs restoration.
Yes that's true I did mis speak lol. And honestly most of them are expensive over here to, I've just been very lucky with people wanting to get rid of them quick and me willing to drive right that second to pick them up :)
I think it is actually from 1922. The model 99 was introduced in 1911. 5 of my 35 singers are 99's ( also have a bit of an addiction ). They are very sturdy and easy to use, and share a lot of parts with the larger 66. I had an older model 127 that would not move, it took a lot of gentle persuasion and oil as the needlebar was rusted in place but it now sews beautifully. Good luck and don't give up on the attic find.
@@ryndl Wow, you got it bad.:-) I have a couple of 66K and a 185K which is a facelift of the third 99K version. The 66K was what I used as a child, and finding a replacement was what started my collection. I currently have about 15 Singers, and maybe ten others - a few Jones' and some Europeans; mostly working, a few projects.
Are buying ma'am of old sewing machine?
It is a bit of a problem
15 pounds is 17 us dollars whats a steal
It definetily was!
Simanco sewing machine
:)
Where can I find a hand operated swing machine?
I would try your local Facebook market place, gumtree, or eBay :)