Sunday, 14 July 2013

A new little lady


I saw this lovely little Featherweight on eBay last week and was unable to resist!

I was a bit nervous because the description was a bit sparse and I'm no sewing machine expert.

I had to wait a couple of days after she arrived because I was too superstitious to plug her in (both out cars broke down the day she arrived and there was some very sad family news) but today I decided it was time give her a wee try.

She didn't explode when I finally switched her on, but she started sewing and wouldn't stop!


I got out my screwdriver and appealed for help on Instagram and the lovely Emily came to my aid with a handy manual.

I have removed the capacitors, oiled and cleaned her and she seems to be working perfectly! :)

I think I'm going to call her Martha - what do you think?

I'm very behind on Bee blocks and other projects so I'm going to put her to work tomorrow - I can't wait!!! 

Have a great week!
Fiona x

Posted by Fiona @ Poppy Makes at 13:44
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21 comments:

  1. Sarah14 July 2013 at 13:55

    love her! sorry you've had a bed week tho.

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  2. Nessa14 July 2013 at 13:57

    She is beautiful. Lucky girl to have you in her life.

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  3. Reene@Nellie's Niceties14 July 2013 at 14:48

    She's lovely. Glad she bought you a little cheer after a bad week :)

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  4. Judith, Belfast14 July 2013 at 15:03

    Martha is the perfect name for that little beauty! Great find! Jxo

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  5. Gertie Pye14 July 2013 at 15:20

    What a very cute little machine! From the title of the post I thought you had a bit of 'news' for us Fiona! But this little beauty is definitely less hassle and just as cute :)

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  6. Nikki14 July 2013 at 15:59

    She's lovely, glad you got her running (and stopping) nicely.

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  7. Isisjem15 July 2013 at 01:31

    Such a sweet machine! Sorry you've had a rubbish week though :-(

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  8. Anonymous15 July 2013 at 03:40

    she's lovely!
    I got a new gem this week too but mine is not in working order yet. I have to fix the rope that pulls the treadle, then hopefully she will work. Fingers crossed! If nothing else then I have a cool antique 1886 sewing machine to grace my house anyway. Love them!

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  9. Di15 July 2013 at 04:28

    Martha is beautiful. Have stitch fun with her. Di x

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  10. Little Island Quilting15 July 2013 at 12:28

    What a fabulous piece of history to be sewing on.

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  11. Strawberry Patch15 July 2013 at 12:48

    So pleased Martha is all fixed, funny too because my featherweight is called Matilda!

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  12. Julie15 July 2013 at 12:52

    She is beautiful and well done with your fixing. Sounds like you have had hard times though. Take care, Juliex

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  13. AmandaK@whatthebobbin15 July 2013 at 13:33

    Martha is a cutie!

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  14. Catherine15 July 2013 at 14:04

    Fabulous!

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  15. Annabella15 July 2013 at 15:52

    Love the name! Sorry for the rubbish stuff :(

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  16. Charlotte16 July 2013 at 01:14

    gorgeous! I want one!!!!!

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  17. Nicky16 July 2013 at 14:55

    Great work on getting her going!

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  18. Yvonne@Nellie's Niceties18 July 2013 at 08:45

    Ooh Martha's lovely. So sorry to hear you've had a bad week. Take care.

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  19. Anonymous18 July 2013 at 09:40

    She's gorgeous! Have you found the serial number? You can go on to the singer website and find out more about your machine with the number! Enjoy!

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  20. Archie The Wonder Dog20 July 2013 at 13:38

    She looks wonderful! I hope things are getting better for you xx

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  21. Katy Cameron26 July 2013 at 14:36

    Very nice, hope she's settled in well :o) Was lovely to see you last night

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