June 2, 2011

the first piece of the treadle arrives


Yea! I still need to transport the cabinet and treadle to my place, but Singer B971954 is here.


I'm researching the best way to clean this machine up without destroying what remains of the decals. Any suggestions?
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  1. CassidyJune 2, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    I admit that I don't know much about cleaning antique objects (as opposed to garments), but going off garment wet-cleaning I'd suggest just water at first, and seeing how much that will take off. Then maybe spot cleaning with a mild soap?

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  2. AnonymousJune 2, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    Try a spot on the back with machine oil. I know it sounds odd, but it's really the best thing. It should be fine over the decals. Just stay away from anything abrasive or chemical cleaners. They will fog up the surface and eat the lovely gold.

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  3. JuliaBJune 2, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Cor. she's a beaut... Have a look on my blog, there's a WHOLE LOT of stuff about cleaning them up...

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  4. JuliaBJune 2, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    here you go, this should cover it: http://marmaladekiss.blogspot.com/search/label/vintage%20sewing%20machine

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  5. Jessica DeeringJune 2, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Wow,what a gorgeous machine! Good luck on the cleanup!

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  6. SummerJune 3, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    What a beautiful machine!
    If it's not too dirty, soap and water. The Yahoo Vintage Singers group is excellent, and has vast amounts of info in their Files.

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  7. JoJune 4, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    Thanks for the suggestions!

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  8. ReneJune 9, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    Julia has some great ideas--I need to remember the Coke trick!
    I second the suggestion of the vintagesingers Yahoo group. There's also a forum with loads of info called Needlebar(they come off a little brusque--I think they've had a lot of info copied for ebay ads and such and are a bit fed up--but if you show genuine interest they're friendly enough)
    I've had good luck with Swarfega(no pumice) on my gunk encrusted treadle--I unearthed decals I thought were *gone*. Just don't leave it too long and rinse with water.

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