Sewing Machine “Re-tread”

Posted on September 4, 2010 by Michelle Zeiger

Singer Model 66 (photo: Michelle Zeiger)

Recently we bought a Singer model #66 treadle sewing machine manufactured in 1918 and a treadle from a lovely lady in town. After buying the machine she served us lemonade in her garden and we chatted for quite a while. What a nice way to do business.

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Channeling My Grandmother

Posted on September 3, 2010 by Michelle Zeiger

Lately I have been thinking a lot about my grandmother, Sarah Mae Eggleston Harris, who was one of my heroines. She knew so much about growing food, fishing, cooking, canning, sewing, loving and living a good life. Continue reading →

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