Antique Sewing Machine: Have an Ageless Gift
As a child, I frequently listen to the whir of my Granny’s antique sewing machine. Though it seemed really medieval, it was attractive and pleasing. My grandmother revealed that she got the sewing machine from her Aunt who trained her how to use the machine. Everyday, she constantly seemed to have sewing projects ranging from pillows and drapes to outfits. Sometimes, I would also observe my mother give granny’s antique sewing machine a try. Mutually, they created several beautiful designs that I have always treasured until this day.
When my parents passed away, I inherited almost everything including my loving grandmother’s beautiful antique singer sewing machines. I was so stunned at how beautiful it still looks. And the most amazing thing about it is that it works perfectly albeit slow. Thankfully, my mother had a knack for keeping things intact and preserved.
One day while I was surfing the web, I came across a picture of the antique sewing machines just like the one I inherited from my grandmother. It turns out that I possess an antique sewing machine from Singer. The particular model that I have was named The Family or more distinctively known as The Turtleback. A rare piece, the Turtleback has been hunted by many antique collectors who are eager to give top dollar for it. Because of my surprising discovery, I loved my antique sewing machine even more. Eventually I got addicted into researching more data 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 interest for these beautiful machines increased and I began collecting earlier models of sewing machines as well.
After a myriad of flea markets, classified ads, and online auctions later, I have acquired several antique sewing machines that are truly the envy of many antique collectors. What’s so wonderful about my acquisitions are that they are mostly in perfect shape. Though some of them might require a bit of oil, my antique sewing machines appear delightful.
