Not these flimsy plastic things that they make now days.
My machine had an episode a few months back where it just stopped working. I started to panic and tried several things to get it started again but nothing worked. I remembered what I learned from growing up with Nintendo - When all else fails, blow in it. So I did and miraculously it started working again. (and has worked well ever since) The event got me thinking about what would happen if my machine died on me... I would probably want a better quality one, I had asked for this one because I had no idea how sew when I got it 3 years ago and I didn't know if I ever would. I looked at some machines and the prices. Outrageous! I knew I would be out of luck and have to save for quite a while to get a new one.
Well, one day I stopped by Goodwill and look what I found!It is the exact same machine as my grandma's, in perfect condition and in the original cabinet. You can imagine my excitement when I saw the price, $34.99. I had a coupon so it came $27.99.
I was a little nervous that it would need servicing but when I tried it out I was shocked at how beautifully it runs. It makes the most lovely, quality humming sound.
I love it. Happy sewing to me!
I am totally jealous...but really happy for you! That is AMAZING.
ReplyDeleteI love the new picture on your blog, too. You couldn't have chosen a better one :)
I am so jealous! That looks just like my mom's and grandmothers! You are so right on the quality. Stuff back then was made to last! SO happy for you!
ReplyDeletethat is a sweet find!
ReplyDeleteThat picture of Claire and Joy is priceless!!!! I cracked up when you said that you just blew on the sewing machine and it started working. Ha Ha! I am so happy for you that you have a nice machine now. What a blessing! Happy sewing!!!
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