Now this brings me back to my childhood growing up in Texas. A circa 1902 Singer treadle sewing machine. Although it's whereabouts are unknown at present, the one I own now(images at left and top) is almost identical to my grandma's old treadle machine. She was a marvelous woman and she taught me how to use that old machine and how to sew many articles of clothing. A trade I remember and enjoy to this day. I acquired this model from a thrift store some time ago and have been trying to restore it to as close to it's original condition as possible. Including attempting to remove a coat of very unsightly plum-colored paint the previous owner took the liberty to invade this lovely antique with. However, it still is in great working condition and I find the time to mend my worn clothes when necessary. It doesn't have all of the whistles and bells that come on modern ones but, this old Mable will still be sewing another 109 years from now.
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