Growing up, I repeatedly hear the buzz of my Grandmother’s antique sewing machine. Though it seemed really old, it was gorgeous and pleasing. My grandmother mentioned that she got the sewing machine from her Aunt who taught her how to use the machine. Everyday, she constantly seemed to have sewing work varying from pillows and drapes to attire. Sometimes, I would also observe my mother give granny’s antique sewing machine a whirl. Mutually, they created several gorgeous designs that I have always valued until this day.

When my parents passed away, I inherited practically everything including my dear grandmother’s wonderful vintage sewing machine parts. I was so stunned at how gorgeous it still looks. And the most amazing thing about it is that it works perfectly albeit slow. Thankfully, my mother had a gift for keeping things undamaged and preserved.

One day while I was surfing the web, I came across a picture of the antique sewing machine parts that looked like the one I inherited from my grandmother. It turns out that I possess an antique sewing machine from Singer. The specific model that I have was called The Family or more famously known as The Turtleback. A uncommon piece, the Turtleback has been hunted by lots of antique collectors who are willing to pay top dollar for it. Because of my unforeseen discovery, I loved my antique sewing machine even more. Eventually I became addicted into finding more data about various antique sewing machines that made a difference in the textile industry as well as in the lives of millions of households. By then my attraction for these beautiful machines increased and I began collecting earlier models of sewing machines as well.

After a myriad of swap meets, classified ads, and online auctions later, I have purchased several antique sewing machines that are truly the envy of most antique collectors. What’s so wonderful about my acquisitions are that they are mostly in perfect shape. Though some of them could do with a bit of maintenance, my antique sewing machines look delightful.

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