Saturday, October 18, 2008

Antique Sewing Machine

While in Singapore's Chinatown Heritage Centre, I saw an antique sewing machine was on display there

Then I realized I had one sewing machine exactly like that at my home. I wonder how much this thing worth in the market now. This thing is heavy and it has 4 small wheels at the base to facilitate its movement.

The sewing machine is still functional and mother still using it for curtain and clothes. The structure is made of steel and wood. The sturdy construction will ensure this machine will last for a very long time

This is the pedal where one put the feet and control the movement/speed of the machine

The brand of the sewing machine still clearly visible

This is the main part of the sewing machine. This is where it houses the needle and the thread. The speed is controlled by the pedal. All the sewing work is done here

11 comments:

escape said...

we used to have one too. but i dont know if it's still intact.

Anonymous said...

we also have one in my parents house... haha.. wanna go check can sell how much? hehe...

p/s: i guess the cover of the bridge is protect from snow when it is winter season.

Anonymous said...

I remember my mother used to have that kind of sewing machine during my younger years.

Anonymous said...

hello, have a nice weekend!

confessions of a medical student said...

i have the exact same machine at home too! and it's the only machine that i know how to use.. haha!

Chubskulit Rose said...

Personally, i like using the old sewing machine... they're better than the new ones..

Anonymous said...

I have one old sewing machine given by my sister in law and its still functional..

EJ said...

my wife love sewing and she uses the old one that my sister gave her..

Kuching Remisier Blog said...

hahaa.. my house got one too.. mom still use it to make clothe !

pusangkalye said...

Goodness---we also have a sewing machine like that. With a case and everything. except that the brand is singer.....fun fun

Anonymous said...

we still have that sewing machine at home. it's grandma's sewing machine. I learned my first sewing with one of those. :))