How to repurpose old sewing machine?
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Rose Broadway
on Sep 13, 2017
Do you have plans to use one, or maybe turn it into a keepsake? Let us know. -
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Ebbjdl
on Sep 13, 2017
What about old sewing machine? What do you need help with? More information on this matter, would help. EJL. -
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Bobbie Mitchell
on Sep 13, 2017
there is demand for old sewing machines. put on market. or go to featherweight site as how to clean. I have 3 old machines that I use for quilting and regular sewing the stitch is better. -
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Dfm
on Sep 13, 2017
do you need parts, or are going to repurpose it.... -
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Flipturn
on Sep 14, 2017
How old is it? Do you know if it functions properly at all? If you posted a picture of it, more Hometalkers would be able to answer your question specific to your situation. -
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Sandra Crosbie
on Sep 14, 2017
What do you need ideas for? Are you restoring, repairing or just need suggestions on how to repurpose? it. A photo or two would make it easier to get the help you are looking for. -
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V Smith
on Sep 14, 2017
If this is an old treadle machine and you want to repurpose the base into a table or a sink base, there are many ideas on the internet. If you don't sew or don't have a sewing/crafting area you probably do not want to display it as a sewing machine. Because these old things are now treasures to those who sew or love antiques I would suggest that you leave it as it as it is and use it as an accent table until the day comes that you know what is right for you. It will not be a treasure once it is dismantled -- it will just be a trendy table. If you are talking about an electric machine inside a table, those tables can be fitted with a lidded box that sits down in the machine area to become a hidden craft table or desk. If you have a working, older, electric machine some sewing machine shops will take it to donate to a womans shelter. -
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Lynn
on Sep 22, 2017
It all depends on the value, plus sentiment of the machine. If you have no real connection to the machine, search on ebay to see what they've been selling for (IF they've been selling!). Often the market is overflowing with them, but it depends on the type and your location as to how marketable they are. Often times, you might get more use if you repurpose them. I'm assuming it's the old treadle type machine with the wood cabinet. There are several ideas you can do, depending on your level of 'handiness'! You can basically take it apart and repurpose the machine itself into a lamp, the iron stand can become the 'legs' for a table of some sort, the drawers can be used for storage, or you can push the two banks of drawers together for a clever end table! Like the above poster mentioned, just search 'vintage sewing machine repurposed' and you'll get tons of ideas! -
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B. Enne
on Sep 22, 2017
I have seen tables, desks, even a bathroom vanity...http://www.architectureartdesigns.com/20-vintage-repurposed-sewing-machines/
Rose Broadway
on Sep 13, 2017
Ebbjdl
on Sep 13, 2017
Bobbie Mitchell
on Sep 13, 2017
Dfm
on Sep 13, 2017
Flipturn
on Sep 14, 2017
Sandra Crosbie
on Sep 14, 2017
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