Still Sewing Strong

06/04/2026

For Sale: Bel Air 820 Precision De Luxe straight stitch vintage sewing machine. Professionally serviced with new belt, winder tire, motor wiring. Includes 6 bobbins, manual on CD, zipper foot, fabric guide, narrow and wide hemmer feet. Mounted in original base.
$158.50

06/03/2026

We're having a busy week! And it's only Wednesday! So far: a modern Pfaff, Singers from the 1960s, 80s and recent, Kenmore Sensor Sew, a modern Brother. Unfortunately the problems with two of the machines were extensive, so we parted them out. Call 701-269-4628 to schedule your machine's service.

06/01/2026

Here's something you don't see every day! This is a Kenmore Sensor Sew 340.1991180, made by Necchi in the 1980s. This is a free-arm machine with two lights, variable speed, drop feed. The needle is close up front and there's plenty of room under the arm and to the right of the needle. It has three built-in button holes, zigzag and straight stitch swivel needle plate, foot control and cords. Includes: reprinted, bound manual, general purpose presser foot, buttonhole foot, blind stitch foot, button foot, rolled hem foot, 2 satin stitch feet, straight stitch foot, edge foot, seam ripper, screw driver, all stored on-board. Fold-away handle. The catch? Only one bobbin and none available, despite what the internet says. This is a very specific bobbin. Machine would be best for quilting or basic clothing construction. $95

06/01/2026

Two years ago, we sewed a parafoil kite at the workshop here, in Jamestown. We finally flew the kite at the Fest on Saturday!

06/01/2026

For Sale: Singer 404 straight stitch sewing machine. This is a direct drive (no belt) machine, of metal construction. Professionally serviced. Comes with pictured accessories: walking foot, zipper foot, hemmer foot, multi-slotted binder, ruffler, seam guide, new foot control and cords, reprinted manual. Same price with or without wooden cabinet. $195

05/30/2026

For Sale: Singer Futura II stretch stitch sewing machine. Includes two accessory boxes with multiple presser feet, two methods of buttonholing, even feed (walking foot), darning and embroidery attachments, bobbins, needles, many cams for additional decorative stitches. Original manual. Everything stores in carry case. Professionally serviced. $85

05/28/2026

Do you T.O.G.A?
Read here about groups gathering to use their people-powered sewing machines:

Yesterday I had the joy and privilege to attend the North East Texas TOGA in Lone Oak, TX. TOGA stands for Treadle-On Gathering Academy. This group is about vintage machines, hand cranks, treadle…

05/28/2026

For Sale: Kenmore 158.16410 stretch stitch sewing machine. All metal. Five utility stitches and 5 stretch stitches, with operator-controlled width and length for each. Variable pressure. Drop feed for embroidery and darning. Free arm. Original manual. Professionally serviced with 30-day warranty. $85
701-269-4628
In Jamestown, ND since 2013.

05/27/2026

For Sale: Singer 127-3 straight stitch sewing machine. All metal, made in 1923. Professionally serviced, with 30-day warranty.
$85 machine only (to use in your Singer treadle cabinet).
$119 as pictured with hand crank.
$197 machine with new motor, belt, cords and foot control.
701-269-4628
In Jamestown, ND since 2013.

05/22/2026

May Tip of the Month
Save time, frustration and money by finding out if your zipper actually needs replacement BEFORE you start ripping it out. Of 300 zippers we see in the shop each year, we repair 200 and replace 100. There are examples of both in the photos. Most repairs are done while you wait and usually under $15. Replacements are typically done within a week and average under $40 (jacket). And if you want to DIY, we have hundreds of zippers for sale!