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Sewing Machine Mavin: Saturday's Market
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My adventure with vintage sewing machines: buying, refurbishing, and selling. Oh, and sewing, of course. Sunday, August 17, 2014. It was a very profitable day in sewing-machine-land. Saturday's are a time to hit the road for Craigslist, garage sales, and don't forget about the thrift shops, too. When all three were done, I had three new-to-me sewing machines that I think are fantastic. Stop number two was supposed. The Kenmore 1980 is one of their best models, much coveted, and this one was is pretty goo...
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Urban Recyclist: July 2014
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On sewing, vintage sewing machines, and creativity, bursting with the spirit of refashion, upcycle, reuse, and enjoyment. Saturday, July 5, 2014. Thursday, July 3, 2014. Wicked Was Indeed Wicked : Day 2. My favorite sandals just bit the dust. Right before the trip, I even had new heels put on. Now, should I ditch them here in London or have it fixed? I've had them for a long time. Maybe it's time to let them go. Oh, well. Architecture is amazing. Everywhere you look. I liked this pretty door. We sat far ...
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Urban Recyclist: June 2014
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On sewing, vintage sewing machines, and creativity, bursting with the spirit of refashion, upcycle, reuse, and enjoyment. Friday, June 27, 2014. Long Time, No Sew. I can't believe it. It has been over a month since I sewed something. I made this pair of jeans before my last sewing post - Staycation Tees. But it remained unblogged because the jeans actually fit and look great on me (really, I promise! But for some reason, I haven't been able to get a good photo of me wearing them. Sunday, June 1, 2014.
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Urban Recyclist: NY, Snow, and Mood
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On sewing, vintage sewing machines, and creativity, bursting with the spirit of refashion, upcycle, reuse, and enjoyment. Saturday, January 23, 2016. NY, Snow, and Mood. This beautiful art piece welcomed us at the airport. It was nice and sunny the first day. We aren't here purely for vacation. We had some 'business' to take care of. We were hoping to catch a show or two if we had time in the evening. Love musicals. Nothing else was in my plan. Shopping? Forget it. Fabric shopping? These are not knits...
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Sewing Machine Mavin: Oh Those Kennies!
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My adventure with vintage sewing machines: buying, refurbishing, and selling. Oh, and sewing, of course. Wednesday, August 12, 2015. I continue to love the older Kenmore sewing machines and wished more people could see the value in them. But maybe I'm singing to the choir on this one! Here's my adventure this week:. A free Kenmore 158-1430 came my way a few weeks ago because it wouldn't zig zag. It started out at only $10 (or maybe it was $5? Kenmore 158-1430 in cabinet with built in chair (cool, no?
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Sewing Machine Mavin: May 2015
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My adventure with vintage sewing machines: buying, refurbishing, and selling. Oh, and sewing, of course. Thursday, May 28, 2015. On my big neighborhood garage sale adventure. I bought a Kenmore 158-1320 that was beautiful at one time but was now rusty underneath and looking pretty old:. A bobbin case all rusted into place. She came home with me only because of the lovely lavender color and the general decent shape of the cabinet. How to get rid of that much rust? Testing the stitches with cams. Monday, M...
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Sewing Machine Mavin: Bye Bye Bernina
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My adventure with vintage sewing machines: buying, refurbishing, and selling. Oh, and sewing, of course. Friday, November 14, 2014. They also have a kinda cool look with their two-tone green finish, specialized feet, and those accessory containers that have their own drawer system. Bernina 730 with storage drawers on right. But (and there's always a but. Bernina Record 730: so fine! What is not to like about this? Yes, this does improve the grade on your sewing. November 15, 2014 at 3:10 AM. Well, Viking...
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Sewing Machine Mavin: April 2015
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My adventure with vintage sewing machines: buying, refurbishing, and selling. Oh, and sewing, of course. Tuesday, April 28, 2015. Sometimes I seek sewing machines out, especially classic models like the Elna 62 or Necchi Julia, and sometimes they are given to me, rescued by those who know I will take in orphan sewing machines. A dear sister-in-law rescued one from the trash (different s-i-l than a previous post. Kenmore 1680 after adjustments. I found that the adjustment from M to S or L is very subtle&#...
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Urban Recyclist: Many Ways To Wear : McCall's 6844, Done.
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On sewing, vintage sewing machines, and creativity, bursting with the spirit of refashion, upcycle, reuse, and enjoyment. Thursday, April 3, 2014. Many Ways To Wear : McCalls 6844, Done. Now I understand what all the hype was about. I admit, the photo on the envelop looks very cute. But it wasn't just the photo. This pattern is excellent in many ways. First of all, do you see those PINK dots? Mmm, kinda hard to see. Here is right/wrong sides shown together. The fabric came from one of the big cha...For s...
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Sewing Machine Mavin: Johnny on the Spot
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My adventure with vintage sewing machines: buying, refurbishing, and selling. Oh, and sewing, of course. Friday, August 7, 2015. Johnny on the Spot. I hinted in my last post that something wonderful was up so now I have to deliver. While I was getting ready for company and had so much to do, I received a request to see a Kenmore that. I had on the local Craigslist. We agreed on Saturday morning early but a phone call at 7:30 to come now. How about washing windows? We were hoping someone would want it!