Part 7 Singer Featherweight 221 - Preparing to Paint her and give her a new life.

[@janicemiller2291]

Thanks Terie, I have two featherweight and a Singer treadle 1910. Truly enjoy watching you restore the featherweight. Thanks!

[@sewterie]

You are very welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@GQUATTRADITIONZS]

Nice. I used to Collect Vintage Machines. Still have two aged 221s here out of the Six. Take care. Hugs. 💜💜💜 AuntieEllen

[@sewterie]

That's awesome. Thanks for watching.

[@darlenecowham1595]

Nice work Teri

[@sewterie]

Thanks for watching Darlene.

[@SewingMachineRehab]

Hi Terie! Just found your channel and I think what you are doing is so interesting! Love how you tested out your theories on a test machine, I have never seen anyone use the foil like that. I agree that they did something different to the bed of the machines that was different, I always thought that they applied a heavier layer or more layers of the clear coat since that part of the machine would have the most traffic going over it and it needed to be more durable. I could be wrong, just a guess. Subscribed, I will be following your journey and I am rooting for you! -Jen

[@sewterie]

Thanks so much Jen. I am loving my trail and error through this whole "lab experiment" which I hope turns out to be my favorite of all my machines. (Don't tell the others.) lol I love your channel and I look forward to everything you share. You will be guiding me through the motor rehab. I have done potted motors and the typical SM motors but haven't done a FW motor. I am sure their are many similarities. I also love your partnership with Marie. Dynamic duo. Continued success you both of you. Thanks for watching. ~Terie

[@taniayelton5270]

I am stripping a Singer 301 with Citri Strip and then had a fella tell me that due to it being aluminum that it’ll deep into it and ruin my paint down the line…. Fingers crossed that his mansplaining will be incorrect! Thank you for giving me the confidence to do it😊

[@sewterie]

First, thanks for watching. After I strip it I use a cleaner before I use a self- etching primer. I use KLEAN-STRIP Premium Stripper After Wash. It is important to give your machine time to "air out" in between treatments. Patience plays a lot into having success. I learned that the hard way. The last machine I did, I used self etching primer, let it sit and then used a regular primer. Then let it sit for a few days. When your machine doesn't go well, it is usually your base coat reacting to the top coat. Those clear coats can make the whole job go bad. But don't give up. And my thinking on this whole process is, if it doesn't go well I can always do it over, which I have done many times. Hope this helps. DON'T GIVE UP!!! Thanks again for watching.

[@judyhebert8928]

I would like a Tiffany blue one!

[@sewterie]

That sounds awesome. Maybe some day. Thanks for watching Judy.

[@glendacrouch1877]

Hi Terie, yes I think you are probably correct. The thicker one is oldest. I was wondering if it was just the way I was looking at each one, but does the heavier one have a thicker bolt hole on the right side? Take a look and left me know. I am sure the older one did have some kind of stronger top coat on the base. This is so very interesting to me. Absolutely live for your video’s. Featherweight’s are definitely a passion of mine. Aww who am I kidding I’m addicted to the older singers. But the Featherweight are my favorite. I am restoring a treadle, for myself and one for a friend. We went to pick her’s up in Texas and it is a 1900! I love it so.

[@sewterie]

Thanks Glenda. I will let you know. I truly can feel a difference in the weight. I will assume the heavier is the older one. I will also assume that the bed of the machine was given more consideration when being painted. I can't wait until this is over and I am using her. Well, I am learning so much that I am not excited to learn more as I go along. The perk will be that I have a working and beautiful machine as the end result. Thanks so much for your kind words always and thanks so much for watching. ~Terie

[@glendacrouch1877]

@@sewterie You have really helped me with this series of tutorials. Keep them coming my friend! We’ll see ya on What’s up Wednesday Chat 😁

[@sewterie]

My pleasure. So glad you are enjoying this and that it is helpful. See you on Marie's Scrappy Creations.(I love her channel.)@@glendacrouch1877

[@junehanson7865]

Sharing

[@sewterie]

Thank you.

[@IronStitches]

Hickory Dickory Dock…. Have you thought about using an electrolysis tank to remove the paint?

[@sewterie]

Hi Tracy. You can't with an aluminum machine. She is not steel. PLUS, I have no where to HIDE a E tank. lol. Thanks for stopping by and I hope you keep on watching.

[@IronStitches]

That is very good to know. Thank you@@sewterie

[@glendacrouch1877]

I know that works on cleaning cast iron skillets, but how would you protect the insides of things you didn’t want stripped? Just a question because, I truly have no idea.

[@guesswhonancy9028]

Wow

[@sewterie]

Getting there. Little by little. Thanks for watching.

[@sandrak7267]

Great job! I agree I think the heavier. Bed is the older one! Waiting to see what’s next!💜💜💜

[@sewterie]

I really think that is the telltale. Thanks for watching Sandra. @@sandrak7267

[@DeniseFiegel]

Are you the company that paints featherweight.

[@sewterie]

Hi. I paint as a hobby. I paint machines I acquire. Right now I don't paint other person's machines but I know someone who does, if that is what you are interested in.

[@junehanson7865]

Hey Terrie with us 😊

[@sewterie]

Thanks June.