tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post5964285813616184061..comments2023-10-20T08:27:40.314-04:00Comments on male pattern boldness: Happiness is a New Sewing MachinePeter Lappinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05109154527996679077noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-72279897052658802452016-08-04T21:55:39.752-04:002016-08-04T21:55:39.752-04:00If it's a struggle to keep the fabric going st...If it's a struggle to keep the fabric going straight, then your feed dogs need aligning or the pressure is too light. I have over 30 vintage to antique machines and none of them need me to guide the fabric once properly aligned and adjusted.Tomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06410153391937443503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-83426984415569675062016-02-01T17:04:39.489-05:002016-02-01T17:04:39.489-05:00I am hunting a Kenmore 1030, 1040, or 1050 to take...I am hunting a Kenmore 1030, 1040, or 1050 to take along in the RV. These are just right for my home away from home sewing needs!JessieKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16773068076695564844noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-77719123430075706122016-02-01T17:04:15.573-05:002016-02-01T17:04:15.573-05:00I am hunting a Kenmore 1030, 1040, or 1050 to take...I am hunting a Kenmore 1030, 1040, or 1050 to take along in the RV. These are just right for my home away from home sewing needs!JessieKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16773068076695564844noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-19660535692978760992014-09-24T16:56:08.049-04:002014-09-24T16:56:08.049-04:00Hi Peter,
I have one of these little gems, too, an...Hi Peter,<br />I have one of these little gems, too, and just love it. I even bought another one so I'd have a backup. Yes, I am a collector and enabler.k9dancerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04083908754463536417noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-12627963254461451662014-05-11T15:08:11.115-04:002014-05-11T15:08:11.115-04:00Although Kenmore no longer badges them, the more r...Although Kenmore no longer badges them, the more recent computerized Kenmores are made by Janome and are identical to Janome's own machines. I prefer vintage Kenmores to just about every other sewing machine modern or vintage but Janomes are an excellent value and sew very well. (I own two.) My $0.02.Mousehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15242005980195348193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-85492408877708319592014-02-26T20:00:17.671-05:002014-02-26T20:00:17.671-05:00You should be able to view it here:
http://homeap...You should be able to view it here:<br /><br />http://homeappliance.manualsonline.com/manuals/mfg/kenmore/1040.html?idRes=16670643Peter Lappinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05109154527996679077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-92121096938207210672014-02-26T19:42:57.538-05:002014-02-26T19:42:57.538-05:00I have one! My gorgeous old Elna burned in the Bi...I have one! My gorgeous old Elna burned in the Big Sur Fire this past December and a friend gave me this darling (DARLING) 1040. I'm in love. Just oiled her and she's so beautiful. <br /><br />I do have one question-- a favor really-- I was able to find the general manual online (the one that includes instructions for models 1020-1050) and I was wondering if you could photograph one page of your specific-to-the-1040 manual: The one that shows how to engage the bobbin winder. <br /><br />The general manual says you either twist the clutch nob, or pull on it (depending on model) and neither is working for me.<br /><br />Thanks in advance and if you have no time to photo, please accept my thanks for your amazing blog. I'm going to try jeans next… (hopefully this baby can handle them).mollitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12010060039077769523noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-33059232929481455202014-01-02T12:17:58.983-05:002014-01-02T12:17:58.983-05:00Hi , I own the Exact Same Machine, it's For Sa...Hi , I own the Exact Same Machine, it's For Sale email me at Mtreadway8107@yahoo.com for details! I'm getting ready to sell it on eBay! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15583505304900419645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-22244991887477719052013-12-24T11:27:28.318-05:002013-12-24T11:27:28.318-05:00Oh, the 201 is a great machine -- excellent choice...Oh, the 201 is a great machine -- excellent choice!Peter Lappinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05109154527996679077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-61934895824957673522013-12-24T11:11:44.017-05:002013-12-24T11:11:44.017-05:00Oh, thanks! I'll keep an eye out for one here ...Oh, thanks! I'll keep an eye out for one here (in Baltimore). While I'm trying to keep my collection from spiraling, I'm obsessed with getting a Singer 201 from my repair guy and finding a good zig zagger. I am giving away a Morse straight stitch in anticipation of a new machine in 2014 :-) Thanks, Peter!cidellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13762649326538041094noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-33701779759008873702013-12-23T17:22:37.770-05:002013-12-23T17:22:37.770-05:00I'd choose a full-size Kenmore myself (one of ...I'd choose a full-size Kenmore myself (one of the 158 models like this one) -- those 60's-70's era Kenmores are terrific!Peter Lappinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05109154527996679077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-88396455266402064522013-12-23T16:51:26.045-05:002013-12-23T16:51:26.045-05:00I'm digging around your blog looking for sugge...I'm digging around your blog looking for suggestions for a vintage zig zagger (for sewing knits and lingerie) and found you have one of these too! I have this machine. And used it quite a bit this last year. But, I hadn't really thought of it for my zig zag machine. Yet, you gave it a pretty glowing recommendation!cidellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13762649326538041094noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-59672955925368589972011-12-23T22:11:27.224-05:002011-12-23T22:11:27.224-05:00I TOTALLY understand your excitement on this machi...I TOTALLY understand your excitement on this machine. In September, I scored a Kenmore 1050. I almost wet myself I was so excited. Then a few weeks ago, I saw that 'familiar' case again, and nearly knocked someone over getting to the shelf to see which model it was. It was the 1030. Ok, so now I want the 1040 and I read where there is a 1020, a 1045, and a 1060. The 1060 is a slightly larger machine which is a free arm model with removable bed/accessory box. I think I'm going to have to start getting REAL creative as to where I store all my machines. I'm addicted!<br /><br />Love your blog!Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11994575359990994574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-79628179368834560822011-10-19T20:32:05.800-04:002011-10-19T20:32:05.800-04:00I love the Globe Cub 3! Amazing how similar it is...I love the Globe Cub 3! Amazing how similar it is -- must have also been manufactured by Maruzen/Jaguar and badged with another name. Thanks for sharing the link!Peter Lappinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05109154527996679077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-49214093521685442032011-10-19T20:19:44.252-04:002011-10-19T20:19:44.252-04:00Oh wow! This is so similar to my Mum's Globe C...Oh wow! This is so similar to my Mum's Globe Club that I learn't to sew on! Right down to the accessory holder and the way it folds open - it must be from the same mould: http://thecuriouskiwi.wordpress.com/2010/12/22/a-little-reminiscing/ I want it bad!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-57759678910955829212011-10-19T18:02:07.170-04:002011-10-19T18:02:07.170-04:00This looks like a perfect machine to leave set up ...This looks like a perfect machine to leave set up for buttonholes with a Singer/Greist attachment on it.Phyllishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04668161467072636784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-82228773135196643562011-10-19T17:09:46.585-04:002011-10-19T17:09:46.585-04:00Hi Peter
These machines were marketed in the uk as...Hi Peter<br />These machines were marketed in the uk as Frister Rosmann Cubs 3&4 the later machines have a concealed type upper tention which gives better visibility of your work,might be worth hunting one out if you like the machine,they work well , i have a cub 4 and tweek the stitch settings, rather than use those in the book.Regards CrisAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-86718266574083181052011-10-19T16:53:44.534-04:002011-10-19T16:53:44.534-04:00Maybe it can be your van machine...Maybe it can be your van machine...Peter Lappinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05109154527996679077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-67253631470750963072011-10-19T16:42:15.987-04:002011-10-19T16:42:15.987-04:00Blasphemy!! Of COURSE we need 7 or 8 or a couple ...Blasphemy!! Of COURSE we need 7 or 8 or a couple hundred sewing machines. (You should see my basement.) Very nice looking machine; love the design. Hope it sews as great as it looks. My latest purchase is a back-wheel Wilson treadle, ca. 1880's. Wish I could figure out where to put it so I could get it out of the van!Miz Johnnynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-8950200869628154322011-10-19T16:31:51.859-04:002011-10-19T16:31:51.859-04:00Looks just like mine! I inherited it from my gran...Looks just like mine! I inherited it from my grandmother-in-law years ago and I'm still really happy with it. It's my primary machine.Leahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08128778324365525278noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-47901938573153977072011-10-19T16:06:43.237-04:002011-10-19T16:06:43.237-04:00Tammy, the situation should resolve itself by Frid...Tammy, the situation should resolve itself by Friday, I believe.<br /><br />Kate, I think everyone should have a backup sewing machine, preferably a straight stitcher. These can be found so easily and affordably (often less than $50 for an old black Singer or Singer clone), so I guess the answer is two.<br /><br />Certainly nobody NEEDS seven or eight sewing machines. I think I've moved into the realm of collector.Peter Lappinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05109154527996679077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-34541027198037217692011-10-19T15:56:02.529-04:002011-10-19T15:56:02.529-04:00Congratulations Peter! I'm so delighted your K...Congratulations Peter! I'm so delighted your Kenmore arrived well packed and in pristine condition. What a terrific machine. Enjoy it! Are you returning the damaged Viking for a full refund?Tammyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18053469261622557578noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-1205335845744029402011-10-19T15:23:33.808-04:002011-10-19T15:23:33.808-04:00Do you do different things on all your machines? I...Do you do different things on all your machines? I only ask because I recently bought a new machine and almost instantly reverted to my old one because I didn't like the new one. I gave it to my mum. SO apart from machines that do different things (overlocking, embroidering), I have just the one. <br /><br />I guess what I'm trying to say (at the risk of having my hair set alight) is, How many sewing machines does a boy NEED?!!Katehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01220825302467952064noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-69174748271243181862011-10-19T15:09:49.297-04:002011-10-19T15:09:49.297-04:00I have always loved the looks of these, looks like...I have always loved the looks of these, looks like a perfect simple and compact machine! Waiting to see what this muse inspires you to make.Sigridhttp://analogme.typepad.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-29972170877021802172011-10-19T14:28:28.763-04:002011-10-19T14:28:28.763-04:00My vintage Kenmore is my preferred zig-zagger too....My vintage Kenmore is my preferred zig-zagger too. I can't wait to see what you have planned for her.Cliohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05552253628640209694noreply@blogger.com