The Secret Life of the Sewing Machine

[The Secret Life of the Sewing Machine]

20 hours ago, billybopp said:

The Secret Life of Machines was a really great series from the 80s!  One of the best at explaining how things work with a slightly gritty edge.  Those old shows are all on his YouTube!  Check out some of Tim Hunkin's new videos from the last year or so.  He has a series from his workshop on practical engineering for makers covering everything from pulleys and levers to basic electrical and electronic design ... from his own experience rather than from a formal engineering point of view.  Really enjoyable to watch.

- Bill

Thanks @billybopp, Ill be searching for those later on today I had heard of The Secret Life of Machines" but never bothered to look them up until now. I enjoy those kinds of teachable moments and YouTubes. Sure beats politics.

[The Secret Life of the Sewing Machine]

37 minutes ago, TomE said:

Thanks, @Rwest.  That is a fun and informative film. 

Thanks @TomE I found it informative as well, I thought the site might enjoy it as well, I had never seen it before. 

[The Secret Life of the Sewing Machine]

1 hour ago, cynthiab said:

What fun!! I really enjoyed this little film. Thanks for sharing!

I found it iteresting, I had no ideal of how long they had been making Toy Sewing machines.

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I am in no way endorsing Buckleguy or his products, however I know for a fact he does sell dies and plates for Press's and various stud setters. 

https://www.buckleguy.com/bag-feet-stud-setters/

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Well done Sir, Well done. Picture #1 really stands out to me. Perfection. 

[The Secret Life of the Sewing Machine]

I found this, this morning and I thought most here might truly enjoy this piece on the evolution of the Sewing Machine. The narrator even addressess his dirty fingernails at the end.  Ive searched the site and I could not find where it had been posted Prior. 

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On 4/10/2023 at 7:35 PM, Hags said:

Very nice! On my list of want to have! 

Same here..

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11 hours ago, RockyAussie said:

Your needle is in the wrong way around. Turn it 180 degrees and try again. Also an size 18 can often work better with the size 40 thread.

I came in here, was going to say the Scarf is on the left side....(rotate the needle)

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2 hours ago, Gordonbolton said:

I have a 1 year old coyboy 3200 sewing machine for sale with all the options 2000.00  very light use can’t figure out how to add pictures you can send me a tx at 641 344 5655 I can tx you pictures 

Gordon I’ve sent you a couple text inquiring about your Cobra 3200, I’m very interested. Do you still have it available?