I never wanted a crinkle finish sewing machine because they are ugly. However, these ugly ducklings have a rich history worth exploring. History behind Crinkle Finish Sewing Machines During the 1920’s, White introduced crinkle finish paint to the sewing machine industry. The rugged paint was marketed as an anti-glare surface for relieving eye strain. It […]
- 16th Nov 2025
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Many online sellers list old sewing machines as rare. In reality, however, there are very few rare sewing machines. I’ll give you basic information about machines and then get into talking about ones that are actually rare. Note: This article will receive updates as we find out about more models. Your recommendations for rare machines […]
- 2nd Nov 2025
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If your reading this blog, chances are you’ve already made the decision to sell a vintage sewing machine. However, I have a few things you should consider before getting rid of it. Street value Many vintage sewing machines are 50 years old or older. But as of the time of writing this blog, sewing machines […]
This article will outline the basics of how to get a vintage sewing machine working. I will only be focusing on how to get a home sewing machine working and won’t spend time talking about industrials. Full Arsenal of Supplies for Restoring A Vintage Sewing Machine Electronics cleaner Sewing Machine Oil Synthetic Gear Grease Denatured […]
99.9% of vintage sewing machine buyers are experts who love sewing. So, if you know very little about sewing machines, have a vintage one you’d like to sell, or find yourself in the market for a new vintage machine, keep reading. The first question non-experts ask is always… “Is my sewing machine valuable?” Antiques collectors […]
- 22nd Oct 2025
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