Caring for a Hand-Turned Sewing Machine | Husqvarna Freja 1883-1925

I have wanted to do a video exclusively about Freja for some time, and here it is! She was due for a tune-up, and I was due a reminder of all the spots where she needs oil. She runs so much smoother now. I definitely had forgotten a spot or two the last couple of times I applied oil.

I hope you enjoy this little adventure into the care and maintenance of hand-turned sewing machines. ๐Ÿ™‚

Video link: https://youtu.be/byMNAyn4x1g

Links:

Freja on the Husqvarna timeline

Different types of bobbin driver for lockstitch sewing machines

Bobbin winder tires that fit Freja

Accompanying oiling guide:


Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Looking for a specific post? Search or check the archive.

Latest videos:

  • Hand Stitching A New Apron For Spring
    Hand Stitching A New Apron For Spring

    The above link isn’t working, or I just want you to take me to YouTube! I know spring cleaning may be a bit of a trope, but by golly, it does feel so good to wipe the dust from the nooks and crannies of a home that feels like it has been hibernating over the […]


  • Don’t Try To Make A Reversible Coquelicot Skirt While Affected By Plague ๐Ÿ˜…
    Don’t Try To Make A Reversible Coquelicot Skirt While Affected By Plague ๐Ÿ˜…

    YouTube link: https://youtu.be/N4MgzdWNe7k How many times do you spot Soot cameos in various shapes and sizes? Because Madam was being exceptionally sociable. ๐Ÿˆโ€โฌ› Less-than-ideal circumstances aside, coquelicot skirts and the whole concept are really cool! I can easily see how this would work for comfy trousers or secret pants as well and it could be […]


  • Why Do Polyester Clothes Get So Stinky? | Textile science 101
    Why Do Polyester Clothes Get So Stinky? | Textile science 101

    Take me directly to the video on YouTube instead! Do you ever have that problem where a question just worms its way into your brain and won’t let go? Because same. I hope I am not the only one who got really curious about the answer to this question. ๐Ÿ˜… Are you sure you want […]