I have previously posted this on the Sewing Forum, but it's also a hidden treasure, as it was hidden in my fil's guest room for the past 24 years! My fil just gave me dh's mothers sewing machine! It's definitely an oldy, but it works! He still had the manual, as well, which makes it all the better! It's a Singer Slant-o-Matic 600. I'm currently researching these to find out how old the model actually is. I can't wait to get it home and start sewing!

How exciting. Now you can sew clothes for your little one and you might even want to drop over to the quilting forum and start quilting.

Enjoy your machine!!! I'm so happy for you.

Congratulations! You will enjoy that machine!

Is it a two tone beige and dark brown? My sister has one of those from the mid fifties. It was our paternal grandmother's. If so, it is a wonderful machine and (with proper care) will last until you are a grandmother and can pass it down! Congrats!!!

Amy, you have a definate treasure. I got an old brother from my mom many years ago. She worked for the Salvation Army Thrisf Store and she bought it very cheap, brought it home oiled it and loved it up a little. It has served me for many years. About 6 years ago, I bought a brand new one from Sears. I have fixed it twice since then. The old brother has never given me a moments problem, it is just a straight sewer. I bought the new one so I could make buttonholes. When I took the newer one to the shop, the man said that all the new machines have plastic gears and breaks very easy. He said he would never buy a new machine. I do like the fancy stitches it does, but I do not like the way it breaks down. You should be doing a happy dance...

Wow Amy, enjoy your new machine! That's a great thing to have and know how to use. Have fun!

Enjoy your family heirloom Amy! Happy sewing!

Enjoy, Amy. You're gonna have lots of fun.