Several months ago I was asked if I could make a t-shirt quilt for a friend who lost her husband a couple of years ago. She showed up with a laundry basket full of t-shirts. She wanted a Queen size quilt but lives in Florida so we didn't want it to be too heavy. We went through the t-shirts to prioritize the ones she really wanted in the main quilt and said I could do what I wanted with the rest and the quilt pattern was totally up to me. Well not only did we end up with what turned out to be more like a King size quilt but 2 lap quilts and a pillow! I used every t-shirt including any logos or images that were on the sleeves or pockets. I used the lightest batting I could find and I'm so happy with how they came out!!! The pictures aren't the best but I did the best I could with all of the rainy days we've been having and they needed to make their way to Florida this week. So here we are, the last several months of sewing.
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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