I heart the look of vintage sewing machines, but I have to admit that I almost always use my newer model Brother machine. I want to challenge myself to use vintage pieces in everyday life, whether it be dishes, fashion, or furniture, but for some reason, sewing machines have always been there to look at, but not really use. I hope that I can change my lazy ways, and kick my newer plastic version to the curb. Plus, it’s time to get started on Christmas projects, and that will mean lots of sewing – yay!
What about you sewers out there? New or old?
*Sorry for the short posts lately – my elbow seems to have a pinched nerve, and makes it hard to type, use the mouse, ect… No fun at all. Longer posts SOON (I hope).
Chyrl
Oct 28, 2010 -
The old ones sew faster, but only do straight lines. Have you seen the new Berina 830? List price is $12,000!
Stephanie
Oct 28, 2010 -
Wow, $12,000?!? That would not be worth it to me!! It looks a little scary too – more complicated than my computer:)
Jeanie
Oct 31, 2010 -
I have no patience for sewing. I love that you are taking it up. I did my time (yes, it felt like prison) and had a few successes along the way, but I just want a machine with endless, unbreakable bobbins…I mean why can’t they do that??
Steph
Nov 3, 2010 -
I have a Pfaff from the 40’s. It was my mom’s and I used it the entire time I was growing up. We’ve changed a belt here and there and kept it well oiled and the machine still runs like a pro.
I’m all for the old. (c: