The Elna Model 1 was nicknamed Grasshopper but never was officially designated that name. As you identified the sliding lever on the right side of the bed of the sewing machine is the stitch length regulator. The machine does back tack or sew in reverse. Swing the stitch length lever to the back and the feed dogs reverse direction to back tack. If your machine can be cleaned and properly lubricated, it will be very quiet, smooth, and fast.
Thanks for your video, Red Barn Homestead. I have had one of these Elna 1 'Grasshopper' sewing machines for many years, having bought it very cheaply when I needed a sewing machine and didn't have much money ;) I've also used it, since, when my 'new' machine couldn't cope sewing a jacket that had thick material, plus thick lining. The Elna 1 just whipped through as if the material was a piece of cotton!!! Amazing, hence I've still got it as 'back up'. Recently serviced, it's still running as well as ever. I'm finding the history of this machine fascinating too Thanks again
They are built in a different era, that is for sure. They are simple, easy to maintain, before manufacturers made equipment to have a planned obsolescence.
I knows; I have a star model 31 from 1972; and it's an amazing machine overall, that really manages to make me feel appreciative of purely mechanical devices. (granted, I do am looking at a more modern machine, as there's certain things I really want to explore💜)
Comprei uma máquina dessa hoje, ainda não costurei pq estou vendo vídeos sobre a máquina, pra mim foi um achado, não conhecia está marca e quando achei foi amor a primeira vista, detalhe a máquina está em perfeito semi nova. Parece que passei na hora certa e no lugar certo ao avistar a máquina elna.
The speed reducer is the black mechanism you showed at the end of the video while winding a bobbin. The clicking sound as the machine speeds up is not normal. It sounds like something is caught in the mechanism. Something might be wedged in the bobbin case region such as a broke off needle tip. Thank you for posting this video.
Hi!! Thank you for sharing this video!!! I have the same one from my grandmother and would love to start using it :) can you do a video explaining how you put in place both of the thread bobbins? That would be very helpful! Thank you.
I have an Elna I acquired that was my late Mom's - different model, but around the same time period. She saved the manual, fortunately for me lol Looking forward to trying it out 😊
HI Guys, thank you so much for posting it! Could you please post a basic tutoria on it? Have the very same machine and having hard time making it sew correctly. Many thanks! Cheers from São Paulo
Hola que buen video soy de Argentina, mi mamá tiene una exactamente igual. Hemos aprendido mucho, tenemos un problema con el hilo que se corta, me pondré a revisar en su canal quizás ya subió la solución. Abrazo desde Esquel, Patagonia Argentina
Hi! I've recently fixed the one my grandmother had ! Could you make a complete tutorial? I would like to know hoy to manage the crossed stitch !! Thanks from Buenos Aires !
I love these machines, I have several of them It sounds like it's rattling at high speed, you might want to get that checked out since it could be something stuck below the hook (the thing that spins) If you don't use it, it will sell for US$150-200 or more if it has accessories
Hi, i have inherited the same machine from my grandma who isn't hère anymore to explain it to me. I was wondering : - if it was possible to make it go backwards when sewing and if not, how do you 'lock' the line tout just sewn. - if there were some accessoires to plug to sew in zig zag mode or if one if the "pieds" (foot???) that go with the machine (like the one to do an 'ourlet') could allow me to do something equivalent. I think i have them all (lucky me) but struggle to understand what they're supposed to be used for. - are pieces like the needle or the rubber band of the wheel hard to find/replace ? - what should i avoid doing with it (i guess i have to oil it but with what ? + Put gasoline where there's the little bobin i guess but didn't really get it + i should remove the anti parasite component + ???)
@@capucnechaussonpassion14 Salut Capucine and congratulations: 1. You can sew in reverse by moving the lever to the right all the way back 2. Search for "low shank zigzag foot" and you will find a zigzag accessory 3. Parts are easy to find. It uses standard needles available anywhere. There is a nice gentleman from Switzerland who sells new belts on Etsy 4. Kerosene/paraffin for the hook, sewing machine oil everywhere else - don't over-oil it. You will hear a squeaking sound if it needs oil. Just a drop and then run it for 10 seconds, no need to remove any parts
@@joshfrank5739 I also have 'Grasshopper' :) I'm interested in how this machine will do zig-zag stitching when it only has a 'static' needle position and not 'swing' needle ability, please? I would love it if this machine could do more than straight stitch. Thanks for mentioning how to 'backstitch'. I didn't know this ;)
Hi guys thanks a lot for your video but just let you know that there is actually a rear point :) where you can change length of the point there, 432101234 everything before 0 is to change your length, then to go back you push the cursor back on the same number Don't know if it makes sense, sorry English isn't my frist language but I want to share this info because rear point is really important in sewing Thanks again a lot for your video it helps me a lot!
I just bought one off of EBAY to add to my old Elna sm collection. I need tips on how to get it going! It's not in great condition. The cord is very frayed....dangerous. The light turn on, but the motor doesn't run. Any suggestions to how to get this running?
Hi, i have inherited the same machine from my grandma who isn't hère anymore to explain it to me. I was wondering : - if it was possible to make it go backwards when sewing and if not, how do you 'lock' the line tout just sewn. - if there were some accessoires to plug to sew in zig zag mode or if one if the "pieds" (foot???) that go with the machine (like the one to do an 'ourlet') could allow me to do something equivalent. I think i have them all (lucky me) but struggle to understand what they're supposed to be used for. - are pieces like the needle or the rubber band of the wheel hard to find/replace ? - what should i avoid doing with it (i guess i have to oil it but with what ? + Put gasoline where there's the little bobin i guess but didn't really get it + i should remove the anti parasite component + ???)
Hello. Nice questions. We’re not sure if it can do a back stitch, but we’ll look into it on our next video. We’re not sure on what accessories ended up being available for the grasshopper over the years, we only have one, you may need to do some digging on the internet for that answer. Needles are generic, the belt, given you can adjust it, should have a similar modern replacement. They recommend using kerosene as a lubricant, but honestly, a light machine oil for electric motors should do the trick.
Nicer machines? Okay, she can only do straight stitch and she is not really strong (the 230V models usually have 35 or 40 watts), but a clean and well adjusted Elna 1 works very silent and sews a very, very beautiful stitch. If I would not struggle with the knee operating (I'm used to my Berninas which have knee lever to lift the presser foot) I'd have a Grasshopper especially for hemming. Originally the Elna1 comed with two bottles (brown and black) for oil and petrol(*), which can be stored in the round support lashes under the free arm table. Elna did that because "sewing machine oil" (in a quality as we know it today) didn't exist back then: The commercial oils had a too high viscosity, so they recommended lubing the hook with petrol (*). Today's sewing machine oil is suitable also for the hook of the Elna 1. There is no reason (except olfactory nostalgia) to lube a grasshopper's hook with stinky petrol. (* to clarify: "Petrol" or "Petroleum" in german is the word for lamp oil, not for gasoline or diesel.)
Thank you for this video. We recently got one of these and your video helped a lot to get ours running. The stitch regulator on ours is extremely hard to adjust. Is yours hard to move? I checked out your channel and enjoyed several of your videos. I'll be going back to it often. I particularly enjoyed to one about your compostanator.
Just skrew the cover plate off (4skrews, one on each corner). Remove the cover, clean up if it is dirty inside and the regulator mechanic (it is right on top, very easily accessable)...move the regulator a couple of times and oil again until it feels smooth. Takes less then
I just was given one. I can't see anything that shows the year it was made or the model number It looks just like yours. I want to sell it. I have no idea what price to ask. Any suggestions?
It shouldn't be that noisy. It needs lubrication and definitely use kerosene in the bobbin area as advised. It makes a big difference in how the machine runs. You can use nearly odorless lamp fuel; it is refined kerosene.
Not personally, but I’m sure both can be found on the Internet. It may require some crafty-ness with the plug but I’m sure there are part units out there somewhere on eBay.
11:39 estou mexendo em uma maquina aqui da mesma marca mas e aquela maior estou adaptando aquela pessa de borracha que faz a roda rodar estou com poblema acho que o motor esta fraco quanto a lubrificacao vejo umas postagem lubrificar com queosene a o oleo singer posso usar desde ja acradeco
Hi, I also have this machine and I use it regularily -however one of my gears that drives the belt is worn - is anyone out there willing to sell their machine?
Get a hold of White Sewing Center for Elna parts. They also specialize in Elna service. I just finished sending my order in for some Elna Supermatic parts. Their ordering process is a bit outdated but they are hands down the most trusted people for quality antique Elna parts. There's lots of junky cheaply made parts out there and they will not sell that garbage. Whites is the only place to I know to trust for quality antique Elna parts.
What a beautiful machine! I’ve never seen one of these before. Thanks for video 😊
The Elna Model 1 was nicknamed Grasshopper but never was officially designated that name.
As you identified the sliding lever on the right side of the bed of the sewing machine is the stitch length regulator. The machine does back tack or sew in reverse. Swing the stitch length lever to the back and the feed dogs reverse direction to back tack.
If your machine can be cleaned and properly lubricated, it will be very quiet, smooth, and fast.
This is great information. Thank you! A couple of weeks ago I given one of these from the early 1950s.
Thanks for your video, Red Barn Homestead. I have had one of these Elna 1 'Grasshopper' sewing machines for many years, having bought it very cheaply when I needed a sewing machine and didn't have much money ;) I've also used it, since, when my 'new' machine couldn't cope sewing a jacket that had thick material, plus thick lining. The Elna 1 just whipped through as if the material was a piece of cotton!!! Amazing, hence I've still got it as 'back up'. Recently serviced, it's still running as well as ever.
I'm finding the history of this machine fascinating too
Thanks again
Machines like this are such elegant machines in their outward simplicity 💜
They are built in a different era, that is for sure. They are simple, easy to maintain, before manufacturers made equipment to have a planned obsolescence.
I knows; I have a star model 31 from 1972; and it's an amazing machine overall, that really manages to make me feel appreciative of purely mechanical devices.
(granted, I do am looking at a more modern machine, as there's certain things I really want to explore💜)
Comprei uma máquina dessa hoje, ainda não costurei pq estou vendo vídeos sobre a máquina, pra mim foi um achado, não conhecia está marca e quando achei foi amor a primeira vista, detalhe a máquina está em perfeito semi nova. Parece que passei na hora certa e no lugar certo ao avistar a máquina elna.
Fico feliz que você o tenha encontrado, eles são muito bem construídos e você terá anos de serviço com o mínimo de manutenção.
Designed by a refugee from the Spanish Civil War, the first year's production in 1940, went to the military.
I did not know that - very cool!
The speed reducer is the black mechanism you showed at the end of the video while winding a bobbin.
The clicking sound as the machine speeds up is not normal. It sounds like something is caught in the mechanism. Something might be wedged in the bobbin case region such as a broke off needle tip.
Thank you for posting this video.
Hi!! Thank you for sharing this video!!! I have the same one from my grandmother and would love to start using it :) can you do a video explaining how you put in place both of the thread bobbins? That would be very helpful! Thank you.
I have an Elna I acquired that was my late Mom's - different model, but around the same time period. She saved the manual, fortunately for me lol Looking forward to trying it out 😊
Would you be willing to send me a pdf of the manual?
A piece of art. It sings beautifully.
Just bought the same one, hace you done more videos about the grasshopper? I'll be looking forward for them!
HI Guys, thank you so much for posting it! Could you please post a basic tutoria on it? Have the very same machine and having hard time making it sew correctly. Many thanks! Cheers from São Paulo
A pleasure to use, especially on Swiss grey-green wool. Use it.!
Gracias por tu vídeo, necesitaba saber cómo se enebraba, saludos desde Argentina. Perdón 🙏 no sé hablar inglés
Hola ...hay un video que haban en brasilero que te enseñar tambien
Hola que buen video soy de Argentina, mi mamá tiene una exactamente igual. Hemos aprendido mucho, tenemos un problema con el hilo que se corta, me pondré a revisar en su canal quizás ya subió la solución. Abrazo desde Esquel, Patagonia Argentina
Thank you for the kind words.
Se enebra la ahuja de derecho a isquierdo.....
Hi! I've recently fixed the one my grandmother had ! Could you make a complete tutorial? I would like to know hoy to manage the crossed stitch !! Thanks from Buenos Aires !
I have one and I do use it...it is very quite...I love it
Hello I have the same machine. This video was great to understand some basics.
Bests!!
Thanks! It’s a cute little machine!
حتا انا عندي نفس المكينة وما عفتش نخدم الكانيط ديالها
I was just gifted this machine and would love to see how to maintain it as I do not have the manual
Thanks
Hello
What needle does she use?
Is the needle model universal standard?
Hola, está máquina Elna cose materiales gruesos?
Can you guys do a video on putting a gear in
I just bought a grasshopper and I need to put the gear on the machine; I was hoping you guys could help me with that; thnx
hello, does the elna fatty hopper sewing machine sew thick materials? and which one is it?
Very good my Friends I,Marcos of Brazil.
I love these machines, I have several of them
It sounds like it's rattling at high speed, you might want to get that checked out since it could be something stuck below the hook (the thing that spins)
If you don't use it, it will sell for US$150-200 or more if it has accessories
Will look into that, thanks!
Hi, i have inherited the same machine from my grandma who isn't hère anymore to explain it to me.
I was wondering :
- if it was possible to make it go backwards when sewing and if not, how do you 'lock' the line tout just sewn.
- if there were some accessoires to plug to sew in zig zag mode or if one if the "pieds" (foot???) that go with the machine (like the one to do an 'ourlet') could allow me to do something equivalent. I think i have them all (lucky me) but struggle to understand what they're supposed to be used for.
- are pieces like the needle or the rubber band of the wheel hard to find/replace ?
- what should i avoid doing with it (i guess i have to oil it but with what ? + Put gasoline where there's the little bobin i guess but didn't really get it + i should remove the anti parasite component + ???)
@@capucnechaussonpassion14 Salut Capucine and congratulations:
1. You can sew in reverse by moving the lever to the right all the way back
2. Search for "low shank zigzag foot" and you will find a zigzag accessory
3. Parts are easy to find. It uses standard needles available anywhere. There is a nice gentleman from Switzerland who sells new belts on Etsy
4. Kerosene/paraffin for the hook, sewing machine oil everywhere else - don't over-oil it. You will hear a squeaking sound if it needs oil. Just a drop and then run it for 10 seconds, no need to remove any parts
@@joshfrank5739 I also have 'Grasshopper' :) I'm interested in how this machine will do zig-zag stitching when it only has a 'static' needle position and not 'swing' needle ability, please? I would love it if this machine could do more than straight stitch.
Thanks for mentioning how to 'backstitch'. I didn't know this ;)
Soy de argentina vendo una esta en excelente estado
why do you move continuously your came scope ? very painful for who look at this video (very valuable aniway) so, thank you .
Some videos are better then others.
Hi guys thanks a lot for your video but just let you know that there is actually a rear point :) where you can change length of the point there, 432101234 everything before 0 is to change your length, then to go back you push the cursor back on the same number
Don't know if it makes sense, sorry English isn't my frist language but I want to share this info because rear point is really important in sewing
Thanks again a lot for your video it helps me a lot!
I understand! Thanks - I didn’t know that!
I just bought one off of EBAY to add to my old Elna sm collection. I need tips on how to get it going! It's not in great condition. The cord is very frayed....dangerous. The light turn on, but the motor doesn't run. Any suggestions to how to get this running?
hello I have the same model. and I don´t know how to change the sewing foot. Can you help me ?? Thanks for the explanation I learn a lot
There’s a screw knob just above the presser foot to the left side - unscrew it until the foot comes off. Replace with a new foot and retighten.
Onde acho um mecânico prá está máquina
A Internet é o melhor lugar, talvez você precise se aprofundar nos resultados para encontrar o que precisa.
Eu tenho uma igual a essa , mas ainda não consegui costurar com ela , porque a linha se enrrosca na caixa da bobina e quebra
O que será ?
Oi.
VOCÊ pode me dizer se a agulha é a mesma de outras máquinas? Eu ganhei uma e não sei se a agulha é padrão universal.
Eu também estou com esse problema é não consigo usar.
Hi, i have inherited the same machine from my grandma who isn't hère anymore to explain it to me.
I was wondering :
- if it was possible to make it go backwards when sewing and if not, how do you 'lock' the line tout just sewn.
- if there were some accessoires to plug to sew in zig zag mode or if one if the "pieds" (foot???) that go with the machine (like the one to do an 'ourlet') could allow me to do something equivalent. I think i have them all (lucky me) but struggle to understand what they're supposed to be used for.
- are pieces like the needle or the rubber band of the wheel hard to find/replace ?
- what should i avoid doing with it (i guess i have to oil it but with what ? + Put gasoline where there's the little bobin i guess but didn't really get it + i should remove the anti parasite component + ???)
Hello. Nice questions. We’re not sure if it can do a back stitch, but we’ll look into it on our next video. We’re not sure on what accessories ended up being available for the grasshopper over the years, we only have one, you may need to do some digging on the internet for that answer. Needles are generic, the belt, given you can adjust it, should have a similar modern replacement. They recommend using kerosene as a lubricant, but honestly, a light machine oil for electric motors should do the trick.
Sou nova com a máquina ELNA como passar a linha e colocar a bobina na máquina.
Temos alguns vídeos sobre esta máquina, confira.
Podrias decirme los valores del capacitador o condensador que lleva el motor gracias
Nicer machines? Okay, she can only do straight stitch and she is not really strong (the 230V models usually have 35 or 40 watts), but a clean and well adjusted Elna 1 works very silent and sews a very, very beautiful stitch. If I would not struggle with the knee operating (I'm used to my Berninas which have knee lever to lift the presser foot) I'd have a Grasshopper especially for hemming.
Originally the Elna1 comed with two bottles (brown and black) for oil and petrol(*), which can be stored in the round support lashes under the free arm table. Elna did that because "sewing machine oil" (in a quality as we know it today) didn't exist back then: The commercial oils had a too high viscosity, so they recommended lubing the hook with petrol (*). Today's sewing machine oil is suitable also for the hook of the Elna 1. There is no reason (except olfactory nostalgia) to lube a grasshopper's hook with stinky petrol.
(* to clarify: "Petrol" or "Petroleum" in german is the word for lamp oil, not for gasoline or diesel.)
Good to know, thank you.
Thank you for this video. We recently got one of these and your video helped a lot to get ours running. The stitch regulator on ours is extremely hard to adjust. Is yours hard to move? I checked out your channel and enjoyed several of your videos. I'll be going back to it often. I particularly enjoyed to one about your compostanator.
I don’t believe ours was particularly difficult to move. Thanks for checking us out!
Just skrew the cover plate off (4skrews, one on each corner). Remove the cover, clean up if it is dirty inside and the regulator mechanic (it is right on top, very easily accessable)...move the regulator a couple of times and oil again until it feels smooth. Takes less then
@@thethoeby Thanks! I'll try that!
I just was given one. I can't see anything that shows the year it was made or the model number
It looks just like yours. I want to sell it. I have no idea what price to ask. Any suggestions?
I paid $40 for mine and I’m pretty sure I got an amazing deal!
Try checking on ebay - Completed listings. I think they are fetching a reasonable price ;)
Can this Elna Grasshoppa be converted to "walking foot"?
I don’t know, sorry!
It shouldn't be that noisy. It needs lubrication and definitely use kerosene in the bobbin area as advised. It makes a big difference in how the machine runs. You can use nearly odorless lamp fuel; it is refined kerosene.
I have one of these Machines and need a manual and a cord, any ideas?
Not personally, but I’m sure both can be found on the Internet. It may require some crafty-ness with the plug but I’m sure there are part units out there somewhere on eBay.
11:39 estou mexendo em uma maquina aqui da mesma marca mas e aquela maior estou adaptando aquela pessa de borracha que faz a roda rodar estou com poblema acho que o motor esta fraco quanto a lubrificacao vejo umas postagem lubrificar com queosene a o oleo singer posso usar desde ja acradeco
Sim, com certeza use querosene com esta unidade. É feito para óleo muito fino.
nice
It has a very nice place on our shelf.
Hola, tienes el manual de uso ?, saludos desde Argentina
Hello! Sadly I do not have a user manual for this machine.
Hay uno en ML que tiene una en venta con el manual en español la tiene en 9500, tal vez si le inchamos lo suba
Essa maquinista é 1000 eu amo a minha
Is this machine for sale?
No.
Sorry machine ki price kitne
recheck how to string the bobbin winder...my info tells me to go through the loop on the left of the machine 1st
I’m just guessing - have no instructions! I’ll do it your way!
08:45: Sorry, they are not SWEDISH made! They are SWISS made! Switzerland and Sweden are two different countries.
Slip of the tongue
Hi, I also have this machine and I use it regularily -however one of my gears that drives the belt is worn - is anyone out there willing to sell their machine?
Get a hold of White Sewing Center for Elna parts. They also specialize in Elna service. I just finished sending my order in for some Elna Supermatic parts. Their ordering process is a bit outdated but they are hands down the most trusted people for quality antique Elna parts. There's lots of junky cheaply made parts out there and they will not sell that garbage. Whites is the only place to I know to trust for quality antique Elna parts.
I have one for sale. Just had it tuned up and the guy said it's in good shape. Has book, box of accessories, power cord & case.
Thanks Reta - I was able to get the worn part replaced and my Grasshopper is up-And-running - I've sewn a few things with it and it works great!
@@rettajonesArabianHorseLover would you be willing to send me a pdf of the manual?
இந்த மிஷின் கிடைக்குமா
😍 👌 Perú
Eu tenho uma igual 😃
Please SPANISH TRANSLATE.... 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Esa señora es la primera vez que toca esa máquina. Es muy torpe.
Eu tenho essa maquina esta como essa do vício
Vc sabe como resolver problemas com bobina que ň enlaça a linha durante a costura na Elna?
I bought one for 5 € at a recycle farm. I luv i! and it is Switserland made not Swedish by a spanish guy named Tavaro.
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The inventor
No , his name is Dr. Ramon Casas Robert.Tavaro is the company that made his invention .