While I was cleaning the machine I couldn't help wonder who used this machine before. Young - Old - Male - Female - What Stories does it have to tell? Rest assured it will be well cared for so it can last another 103 years!.
Cleaning the cabinet: What did I use? Just pure Lemon Oil. I didn't want to use any harsh chemical on it because its over 100 years old. I did a search on the internet. Lots of info out there, but I wanted the simplest way. Here is a link to one of the videos. www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXlSHYVNcvM
What a difference a little scrub and polish can do.
I couldn't wait to try her out so I used cord and dental floss as a belt. It works! She sew beautifully! The stitches are well formed. I couldn't be happier. I ordered a new belt, bobbins, felt disks and rubber bobbin wheel for about $10 bucks.
There are eight doors on the cabinet and five drawers. |
Some chipped paint, but all in all is looks great! |
You can see the rotten bobbin wheel on the right hand side as well as the "belt" which is held together with dental floss. |
Missed cleaning here. |
Cleaned up Nicely. |
You can't believe how much lint I removed from here!!!!!! |
There is a black spot I can't get out, but it shines! |
Looks great considering the wheel was slightly rusted. I used 45 Q-Tips to clean it all up. |
That is a beautiful machine in a gorgeous cabinet!
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