Antique Sewing Machines: Enjoy an Enduring Inheritance

As a child, I often listen to the whir of my Nana’s antique sewing machine. Though it seemed awfully medieval, it was attractive and stylish. My grandmother pointed out that she acquired the sewing machine from her Aunt who trained her how to use the mechanism. Everyday, she always seemed to have sewing work ranging from pillows and drapes to clothes. Sometimes, I would also see my mother give granny’s antique sewing machine a try. Mutually, they made several gorgeous designs that I have always treasured until this day.

When my parents died, I inherited practically everything including my dear grandmother’s wonderful vintage singer sewing machine. I was so surprised at how gorgeous it still looks. And the most amazing thing about it is that it works flawlessly although slow. Thankfully, my mother had a gift for keeping things whole and maintained.

One day while I was surfing the internet, I came across a photograph of the vintage sewing machines similar to the one I inherited from my grandmother. It turns out that I own an antique sewing machine from Singer. The specific model that I have was called The Family or more distinctively known as The Turtleback. A rare piece, the Turtleback has been sought after by lots of antique collectors who are prepared to give top dollar for it. Because of my surprising discovery, I adored my antique sewing machine even more. Eventually I got passionate into researching more information about various antique sewing machines that made a difference in the textile industry as well as in the lives of millions of homes. By then my fascination for these wonderful machines increased and I started collecting earlier models of sewing machines as well.

After countless flea markets, classified ads, and online auctions later, I have bought several antique sewing machines that are truly the envy of many antique collectors. What’s so terrific about my acquisitions are that they are mostly in perfect shape. Though some of them could do with a bit of maintenance, my antique sewing machines appear delightful.

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