I have been slacking........

No excuses except that it is just too hot to sit and quilt!  Today I plan on giving my sewing/computer room a good cleaning up in prep for getting back to work. 

I gave away 2 machines that I don't use, thinking about getting rid of a third one that seems to need work.  That leaves me with 2, my faithful 29 year old Kenmore UltraStitch 8 and my Singer 221-2. 

HOWEVER....I am so excited.....about 2 weeks ago I mentioned to hubby that someday I want to learn how to treadle.   Well, the Lord is so gracious!  I am picking up a free treadle machine/cabinet either today or tomorrow!  So excited to try it!!  I hear it is relaxing and you have alot of control once you get the hang of it.

Vintage Sewing Cabinet



A few posts back I mentioned my antique thread/sewing case.  This is it. I found it at an antique mall in Florida, while visiting, a few years back.  It came loaded with jars full of buttons, threads, darning egg, and lots more fun accessories! 

My new machine!!

Have not had a chance to try it out yet.  Hoping it works well.  If not I still have a gorgeous side table!





Happy 4th of July!! I got a new.......

sewing machine!!!  Singer Fashion Mate 257 in a GORGEOUS cabinet.  I think the machine is from the 1970's, it is super heavy, solid metal!!  The cabinet looks like something from the 1940's or so. 

It also came with an ottoman chock full of old and new sewing items!  Oh yeah, the best part.....all free!

Tomorrow I will post a pic of my new beauty.  This is sure to get me back on track with my quilting projects!