Well for about a year now I've been really into cross stitching. I've finished a few smaller projects but this monster is my current WIP. It was started June 8, 2025 and is currently 30% complete. 81,976 stitches complete - 191,302 stitches to go This is what the finished project will look like. Projected finish is early October 2026. Year in review Zelda - 67540 stitches I haven't decided what I'm doing with this one yet.
I was running some errands with my husband on Saturday and as we were on our way home we passed a garage sale sign. Half jokingly I said hey we should see what they have for sale, maybe they'll have a bookshelf (I'm always on the lookout for a good sturdy bookshelf!). To my surprise he said let's go back.
So around the block I went. As I pulled up there were two sales, one on either side of the road. My eye immediately went across the street. The lady kindly said she was sorry they were packing up and everything was in the house except for one last beautiful piece, the one that drew my attention.
I wasn't sure of the exact age but it was beautiful and the cabinet it was housed in was in excellent condition. She said they plugged it in and the light worked so she thinks it still works. She was asking $20 but said she just wants it to go to a good home and would take $10. I couldn't leave it. I didn't know where I was going to put it but I had to have it.
When we got home I plugged her in and sure enough, purred like a kitten. SOOOO smooth. So off to Google I go to learn more about her. I couldn't believe my luck. A 1952 201-2 Singer. The "Rolls Royce" of Singers!!!
Before I really get started I want to have her serviced and have the power cord updated. Now to find the perfect spot to let her shine!!! And I think she needs a name. I'm open to suggestions ;)
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| Barely made it in the front door! I was so excited to see if she actually worked!!! |
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| Ignore the Girl Scut mess in the background. I am getting prepared for our troop to move up to Cadette. |
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