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10/09/2026

Although this is a pretty common machine, with around 120,000 made in 1902, this particular one is of note. This one was brought over from Ireland by my client's Great Grandmother. The best story we have been able to piece together is that they probably left the cabinet in Ireland and brought the machine with them as they immigrated. At some point it was motorized with an after market motor, probably around the 1920-30’s, as that was becoming common around then, possibly later.

This was a restoration project, not a rebuild, nor just a cleaning and adjustment. First we addressed the grime that had accumulated, in the back of the closet, since the 1980’s, then the corrosion from moisture. We were able to save the bobbin winding guide, but not all of the finish around the serial number. There was also some crackled finish that we could only polish up, but I was pleased with the end result. My client was over the moon and acquired a cabinet to put her machine in.

At the same time we helped her Mom’s 1950’s Necchi get back into shape. I forgot to take photos, but it was fun putting two heirlooms back into service.

09/17/2026

Now available.

The Pfaff 130 is well known for its strength, speed, and precision stitches. Loved by sailors for repairs at sea, as well as cottage industry and other home sewists. This machine, manufactured in 1956 has been completely refurbished, by myself at Loop Solutions, and is ready for a new home. It comes with an original Pfaff branded case that shows appropriate amounts of patina, six original Pfaff bobbins, standard sewing foot, zipper foot, and a starter pack of needles. The finish on this machine is in excellent condition, it has the original Pfaff branded motor, and even the elusive cross bar spool pin. I also offer a 30 day guarantee on my labor so you can purchase with confidence.

The timing belt is dry and in good condition, bobbins are easily found, it takes standard household needles, and many parts are still being made, so the machine can sew with you for decades to come.

09/04/2026

Here is another interesting vintage machine. The White 764, released in the mid 1960's. You can really see the atomic era styling with the curve of the top becoming an unusual handle for carrying the machine around. Offering straight, zig-zag, blind hem, and three step zig-zag, it was a very capable machine for the time. Today, they are still great machines, when properly serviced, and will fetch a little more on the market due to the cool styling. If you find one, it is not going to send your kid to college, but you can have a unique and very functional sewing machine.

This one was just rebuilt for a client. Not for sale.

07/17/2026

Hello,

I am Jewel, a veteran model with experience at Saturday Market, Farie Worlds, Country Fair, and many other festivals. I am well behaved, and keep pretty quiet, unless wind goes through me. I am easy to wash. I eat very little, some even say I am skeletal. I do wear a very small size (women's sz 2-4), but I have been able to display a garment fit for a bear, so I am versatile.

I am excited to find my next modeling job, and I promise to be as good to you as I was to my last designer. My sparkle and rustic look as well as the ability to tie me to the ground, will help me display your wares like no other.

02/21/2026

Here is another unique machine I refurbished for Northwest Hats. This is a 1933 Singer 46-100. It is similar to a fur machine, but is specially fitted to sew the sweatband into lighter weight felt hats using a chain stitch. Unfortunately needles are no longer available, but with the help of a few technicians and Chuck Bonis (of Bonis Fur Machines), we were able to source some needles that could be modified to work.

A very cool machine, back to work, doing it's job after sitting in a warehouse for decades. It is always a treat to get these things going again.

The video is a bit strange because I was hand cranking the machine while holding the phone and trying to guide the hat felt all at the same time.

01/21/2026

Here are some before and afters of the 1925 Singer 116-2 that I recently restored. This machine is made to sew the two ends of a hat band together while finishing a hat. It sews forward and backward to a set length between 1 1/2 and 3/8 inches. It had been sitting in a warehouse for the last 60 years. Now it is back in service doing it's job at Northwest Hats.

01/01/2026

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10/16/2025

A recent acquisition and an interesting part of sewing machine antiquity. This Wheeler & Wilson No. 8 was in stiff competition with the Singer models in the 1880's. Wheeler & Wilson lost out and was purchased by Singer in the early 1900's.

I am not sure how far I will go on this restoration, but the last photos are after a second toothbrush scrub down.

08/28/2025

Now available.

The Singer 301A, also known as the “Featherweight’s big sister”, is one of the smoothest running sewing machines Singer ever made. It features a direct drive for excellent speed and power, weighs around 13 pounds, and uses common Featherweight bobbins.

This 1955 model has been fully refurbished and serviced. It has the original SIMANCO bobbin case, 6 bobbins, new wiring (one cord has a small nick that has been taped), the trapezoid hard case (one side has water staining), the original manual, and the classic card style table. It is in superb condition for its age with very little wear to the finish of the machine. The table has some patina around the sides and on the legs, but the top has been refinished as it was badly water stained and splintering when we got it. Now it shines with the natural golden luster it lost decades ago.

Refurbished by myself at Loop Solutions, it comes with a 90 day guarantee so you can purchase with confidence. Contact us to set a time to come see this beauty and feel how smoothly it sews.

06/27/2025

There are days when a client (actually her husband) is traveling to get the sewing machines you just serviced. On a whim, you mention a taco stand you really like, on the way… about 30 minutes from your home, and they bring you a pair of tacos as a tip. What a great gesture. Thank you!

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