I've been idly considering purchasing a sewing machine lately, spurred by constant browsing of all the pretty textile items on Etsy, and by the temptation of being able to repair my own clothes when I snag them on door frames, towel racks, hacksaws, etc. Knowing absolutely squat about sewing (bobbin? what's a bobbin?) I sent out a few queries and was delighted when Etsy seller TheHaps let me know about a vintage machine she'd seen in a Vancouver thrift shop.
I was thrilled to discover the machine was still there, but less thrilled to discover that it weighed thirty thousand pounds and could not be moved without mechanical assistance. Not having a car, I am used to toting large unwieldy objects down busy sidewalks and alarming numerous passerby, but that was out of the question for this behemoth. After pondering on it for a while, I hit upon what seemed like a brilliant solution, and sweetly enquired of my local convenience store manager if I could borrow their wheeled moving dolly. Knowing his future Coca-cola sales hung in the balance, he willingly agreed.
Since it was 28C out today, and it was uphill the whole way home, this was a less brilliant solution than originally anticipated. By the time I lugged the thing back to my apartment I was exhausted, sweaty, and had competely smashed one finger in the elevator door. Nevertheless, I'm very excited at the prospected of having it cleaned, serviced, and put into use. I will never be bereft of pillowcases again.
I haven't been able to find out much about this particular model, however, and I would love to know anything I can about it, particularly its age. It says "Brother Project 631" on the front, and a plate on the motor casing says "Model C" and "642315-1RT". It came in a blue-and-white carrying case with a solid wood bottom, but no manual. If anyone knows any info, I'd be delighted to hear it.
Awesome! I am keeping an eye out for a sewing machine as well as a bike. Good luck!
Posted by: Stephanie | July 22, 2009 at 07:19 AM
I wish I was there. I can usually figure out machines. But I think you can probably find a manual by going online and looking on amazon.com or half.com and seeing if anyone is selling one. Maybe even do a search on google.
BTW, have fun!
Posted by: Peldyn | July 22, 2009 at 12:12 PM
Looks like a great machine! I have an old Singer of my grandmother's I hope to get running... someday.
Posted by: chris | August 09, 2009 at 04:41 PM
Nice machine. I've had to lug around a few like that before so I can relate to how heavy they are. I never did get them serviced, though. As much as my head tells me I'd like to sew, the rest of me has anger issues with tangling threads.
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