I bought a 1896 Vintage Singer Sewing Machine on Ebay for £25

[@LiljaHusmo]

Any suggestions for a Glaswegian Old Lady name?

[@fishcustardtrocks]

My first instinct is Dagros, but that not very Glaswegian, lol...

[@LiljaHusmo]

@@fishcustardtrocks it’s a lovely name, but alas, not Glaswegian 😂

[@ellieisbusy]

Mildred?

[@eternaloptimist2840]

Morag? Or is that more of a highlands and islands name?

[@nawazansari4570]

Roomana (Beautiful and Enchanting)

[@ryndl]

There are more oiling points. All of the holes on top, including a hard to see hole on top near the handwheel. There is also a hole under the front slide plate that leads to a tiny and usually plugged up weep hole in the shuttle race, the surface that the pointed end of the shuttle rides on. This needs to be cleaned and unplugged and fitted with a bit of wool felt to wick oil out onto the shuttle race. This is often neglected but important to smooth operation and longevity. Also dont overlook the mechanical movements of the needlebar and presser foot that are behind the front (end?) cover plate. That is a beautiful old machine and well worth what you have spent. Thank you for sharing it with us!

[@LiljaHusmo]

Thank you, I will take care to get to all the little bits under the slide plates!

[@eternaloptimist2840]

I bought one of these on eBay a while back; It didn't sell a couple of times, then I was the only bidder at £5. Initially I wanted the hand crank for another machine, but it runs so smoothly I'm going to keep it just the way it is.

[@LiljaHusmo]

Oh my, What a deal! They're such lovely machines

[@jesuscordoba9396]

Add oil in all the oil points. Manual can be downloaded for free online. The squeak will go away with more oiling and be very generous with the oil😁you can't over oil. Its a lovely machine. Fabulous buy.

[@dawsie]

Me Mom had the same sewing machine back in the late 60’s early 70’s it cost £25 back in the day so I was shocked when you paid the same amount. It was the first sewing machine I learned to sew on, but I still prefer to hand sew. When Mom had her one it had little red pads for the threads reels to sit on.

[@sharonrimsza7960]

She is beautiful. Take care of her and she will not fail you. I have a hand-crank 28K. And a couple of treadles and a direct-drive 1938 Model 201. They will never wear out…they are made to last.

[@andrewhatton2774]

Hi I have just picked up at a car boot sale the exact same singer model as yours, I have checked my serial number and it dates to 1873, mechanically the machine is as smooth as silk, all parts present and working, the gold leafing is quite worn though, I don’t do sewing but love properly made Victorian mechanical engineering, good luck and enjoy.

[@LiljaHusmo]

Oo exciting! I love them as well especially being able to see the joints move when in use! hope you enjoy your machine! And even if it’s not used for sewing it’s a lovely display item 🥰

[@eternaloptimist2840]

If it's a 28K like this one then it's not older than 1890, the very similar VS3 that came before it might be as old as 1886. Did you maybe skip a digit when checking the serial number?

[@pippaseaspirit4415]

She’s beautiful 😻 When I was at school (a long time ago!) we had some of these old Singer machines in the needlework room. More of these than the “new” electric ones! I’ve always had a soft spot for them.

[@grahamthebaronhesketh.]

Cannot go wrong for 25 pounds. A piece of history. Fascinating engineering. Must have made a huge difference in time to hand sewing everything.

[@bigmhs]

Awesome :). I can’t believe it was only £25! Ps more “hey Sandy” moments plz

[@LiljaHusmo]

Tbf there are a lot of “Sandy! What’s the word?!"

[@4486xxdawson]

Nice machine , i found a 1895 model 28 singer for 25 canadian dollars and wanted just the hand crank , it was advertised as decoration only , got it home and it was stuck solid , but everything was shinny under end inside the machine, so i oiled it and let it sit and it came back to life , its now my oldest working machine and its smooth , i posted some videos of her , if your into vintage mchines , Bob Fowler has a really good channel as well and answers questions unlike alot of youtubers , check him out as well for any tips and tricks ..

[@LiljaHusmo]

25 canadian dollars! what a steal! It seems a lot of these old ones just need a bit of oil and some love ❤️

[@sws113]

I love the clicks and clacks it makes!

[@LiljaHusmo]

big ASMR vibes honestly !

[@nawazansari4570]

That Singer is a steal for £25. Wow you're so lucky. Well, enjoy your new found love 😍

[@Rotten_Ralph]

I was watching a Singer 27 Treadle on EBay for about 6months. It was local pickup only and I have it in my great room I’m working on it mostly in great condition from his grandma who bought it new in 1908. I’m excited to get it sewing

[@LiljaHusmo]

How lovely! I hope you get to make lots of nice things on it ♥️

[@BilliesCraftRoom]

in a while crocodile. fab find congrats. will check your new vids to find out her new name. glad its not just me who names their stuff. i just got a rice cooker, calling her rachael.

[@MsBurval]

Bless you. You are a very sweet, kind, and precious soul. Your love and respect for past time vintage inventions is infectious. Keep making more videos 👍🤗🙏☺️

[@TheGabygael]

I love how you just casually use the most sci-fi looking vacuum cleaner I've ever seen to dust off a 130year-old machine

[@LiljaHusmo]

Hahaha the Victorians are shaking from my modern cleaning methods 😂

[@LiljaHusmo]

Subtitles are processing! Will hopefully be up soon :) Edit: They should be up now!

[@lulebliri9776]

Your hair colour is the best on earth

[@mycharliequinn]

hey, hope you don't mind but youtube recommened this to me just cause I like old sewing machine videos and I'm like 80% sure that you'll have better tension if your whole tension assembly was rotated slightly so the line gap thing in the middle was horizontal so the line went from side to side. that should put your tension spring in a better position to bob up and down better.

[@LiljaHusmo]

Thanks! Yeah that was exactly what I needed to do 🥰

[@lynlijalysbalderdottir4563]

She’s a beauty! Congratulations! Don’t mind saying I’m a wee bit jealous! Happy sewing projects to come!

[@fishcustardtrocks]

What an educational, funny, and relaxing video. I love the subtle humour in the subtitles too! "click clack noises" indeed.

[@LiljaHusmo]

Thank you!

[@VBirchwood]

This was such a fun video! It's amazing that she actually works too. What a wonderful find 😊(P.S. The intro is hilarious)

[@LiljaHusmo]

Thank you! I’m so excited to use her to make some clothes 🥰

[@VBirchwood]

@@LiljaHusmo That will be so much fun, excited to see what you create!

[@turtur6260]

​@@LiljaHusmoя бы тоже хотела такую машинку помогите приобрести. машинку если найдете и отправите мне франции я оплачу вашы расходы ответьте пожалуйста

[@dudeman1983]

So pretty! I love it! Also, creevises yes

[@LiljaHusmo]

crev-creen-crevases-cr-eases??? 😂 thanks!

[@dudeman1983]

@@LiljaHusmo it was rather funny But yea it's said like the e in cretin, cleric, several, etcetera.

[@KBlo21]

Such a gorgeous machine! 💚

[@aquaaurora2747]

Lovely machine! Congrats on getting it working for such a low price. I have a vintage machine my husband bought me, same model his mom see for 20+ years so I named it after her. I also got an antique one made the same year my grandma was born. Sadly I don’t know my family tree beyond her to know my great grandmother’s name, so I named that machine for my grandma ^^

[@LiljaHusmo]

That's so lovely!

[@nanettebromley8843]

I've not long purchased a singer hand crank 12k from 1888 for £40. Love the machine as I feel I have more control. Only issue I am having is finding needles as they were specific to the machine.

[@LiljaHusmo]

Ooo how lovely, a shame the needles aren't more easily accessible though!

[@nanettebromley8843]

I've managed to get 4 spares. That should keep me going a while.

[@jackiejames4551]

What wonderful find. You are so lucky to have such a beautiful machine. Love the "Hey Sandy" moments. Looking forward to seeing what you make with her.

[@LiljaHusmo]

Thank you! She's got lots of life left in her, and I'm excited to make some things!

[@adumont]

Wow only 25 GBP ! that's a bargain for sure! It's gorgeous! 😍

[@janeodee1677]

love this, I have a 1900 singer sewing machine from Kilbowie scotland and it looks very similar. Her name is Mary, Bonnie Mary.

[@LiljaHusmo]

Mary is a lovely name for a sewing machine ☺️ a bonnie wee lass 🍂

[@belyear]

I love old machines with stains and finish missing. The scars tell the story of its previous life.

[@ReinaElizondo]

Lol I love the talking to her in baby voice. Beautiful

[@LiljaHusmo]

Haha she’s just a little creature 😂😂

[@PE1JAS]

Nice video Lilja, about the wooden cap: don't forget to restore, sometimes the glue is missing and the cap can't hold the heavy machine!

[@LiljaHusmo]

Thank you I will have a look at it to make sure it'll hold ☺️

[@clementihammock7572]

I got the German Veritas (clone of Singer 28), rare Antique Clemens Muller Dresden Hand Crank, less than £18. Happy like toad.

[@ThisHandleArntAvailable]

I just picked up a Franklin Rotory / knee pedal in a parlor stand with turned lgs braced with )( shaped supports topped with a phinial. A brass plate stamped 23×7501 underneath the motor. I wonder if it's an older cabinet and a 1930s machine or an older machine with a newer motor?

[@marieeaton-smith5168]

Just seen your channel, I have a similar machine, or 2. Anyway, Helen Howes, based in Norfolk will have most things these old machines need and more, and lots of advice too. I realise that this video is a year old, so you may have already found out this stuff.

[@pwhite2579]

There are MANY utube videos on how to clean, oil, and take care of your machine. New needle, clean the feed dogs, oil everything you can get to(holes on top, behind access covers, underneath, bobbin holder, bobbing winder, etc.) anything metal to metal contact. be sure to clean the upper tension disks, they looked dirty (should be bright and shiny). These era machines were over built for what they had to do. If taken care of will last many more generations! Have fun!

[@LiljaHusmo]

Yes I got loads of tips from KZbin on how to make her run smoothly ☺️ After many many tries and adjustments and cleaning she runs pretty well!

[@stevezytveld6585]

_Suggestion for the handle repair_ - use a piece of plastic coloured wire. Feed it through the hols and then twist it closed. It won't be pretty, but it's a stop-gap until you source the right sized pin (or leave that puzzle to her next owner?). An alternative would be to use a longer nail. Piece the end into a small piece of cork from a wine bottle (basically, cut it to size). - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi

[@LiljaHusmo]

I think that's a good idea! Will see if I can find some wire 😊

[@PetiteGatita]

Did you manage to get it working? Perhaps to clean the bobbin case to remove the dust and possible lints. You also need to adjust the tension on the presser foot. The nowadays needles are HAx1.

[@LiljaHusmo]

I did manage to get it working! And it runs really well after a good clean & adjustments 😊

[@lizzyhazel4085]

Wonderfully interesting video!

[@LiljaHusmo]

Thank you ☺️

[@vaccavo]

I put names of former owners on mine. In Brasil, we have a brand called "Elgin". They're so soft and fast!

[@LiljaHusmo]

That's so cute! I don't know the former owners name unfortunately, but that's a great idea!

[@audradarcy6858]

“I love tinkering and taking things apart “ me “Noooo don’t take this apart because I shall fall apart with it!!!! 😰

[@LiljaHusmo]

Don’t worry everything was put back together ☺️

[@hiwakoo]

Ida, sweet as apple cider ☺️

[@LiljaHusmo]

🍎🍏

[@dhruvsolanki7191]

125 yes old singer 32 k 4 jijag button holes

[@AuntieEm294]

Awesome! Get a cotter pin from the hardware store.

[@LiljaHusmo]

Thank you! I will look for it ☺️

[@joeschueler8587]

There's just something about a hand crank sewing machine.

[@LiljaHusmo]

They're just so magical

[@lindadalton2668]

It’s called a walking FOOT not walking legs

[@michellecornum5856]

I dunno, I think Ina is a proper name for her.

[@LiljaHusmo]

It is a sweet name ☺️

[@Pam-tx5zd]

I think they all made click clack noises