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Sunday 18 February 2018

Best $60cad spent



Let me introduce you to my treadle machine made in Guelph Ontario in 1890 by Charles Raymond
I was thrilled to get it, it was not seized up but the machine was just gooped from years of oil and lubricant and not in use

 I was excited to see the Manufacture name on the sewing cabinet when the machine folded away.
I learned a ton from vintage sewing machine facebook groups and got her shinny as can be and Ben taught me how to treadle and he replaced the belt. She glides through fabric and is a fantastic addition to my other 2 vintage singer machines. The decals are a bit worn but I have revived them as best as I can be. I don't want to disturb the decals but also want them to show their age. I actually obtained the machine from the original owners daughter who had no used it. I was advised on how to treat the cabinet to keep it nice and oiled and slick looking. The owners treated this treadle well. I also waxed the treadle irons see how shinny they are!

Can't make something for the grand daughter and not the grand son


I think I may have made  this bunny a wee bit fat?? Not sure I am get him in the luggage


 I saw this pattern and couldn't resist it! Here is the start

Now the hat has it's spikes and the mitts are complete!
I can actually make a lot more things but have to be cautious as it all has to come back home with me and space is a problem!


while I am not near my longarm I am finding other things to do

 The cute little dress is called autumn leaves a quick knit


Baa this sheep sweater was a breeze I am blocking it and now looking for buttons

 This little pink hat is a crochet hat my version as I have no idea what I am doing but it turned out!


 The little pink jacket has a lovely back split and a sweet little bow


All of these might fit Evelyn when she is about 2 but night as well get a start on it early!! LOL