Vintage Machine Service & Sales
Bring home your very own Vintage Beauty! All machines have been serviced, tested, and are ready to sew. A 6-month warranty is included on every purchase. Essential parts are always included: foot control, bobbin, sewing foot, etc.
Note as of May 2025: Stay tuned for more machines, and please ask if you are looking for anything specific. There are quite a few waiting to get cleaned up and posted. Customer machines take precedence in the workshop, and I haven't had much time to clean up machines to sell lately!
Machines For Sale
Singer 206k25
$220
The 206 was Singer’s first domestic zigzag machine - the “bight control” mechanism (space age looking mechanism above the stitch length lever) controls stitch width and needle position. It has a special large capacity bobbin (L-style), and that paired with the strength and speed of the machine prompt some to call it semi-industrial. The 206 is unique in that it used special needles with a shorter point than the standard 15x1 needle. In its original form, it took ONLY 206x13 needles. This particular machine is able to use either kind of needle - I am including both the original bobbin case and a new-style one that allows you to use normal needles.
Interested in this machine? Contact Make It Sew.
Mini Kenmore 158.1040
$250 SOLD
This cute little vintage sewing machine has all metal gears, and is ready for quilting, mending, sewing Comicon costumes, whatever floats your boat! It’s a 3/4 size machine from the 1970s and rivals the Featherweight for portability combined with all metal inner-workings. If you're looking for versatility it blows the Featherweight out of the water with included zigzag, feed dog drop, buttonhole capabilities, stretch stitches, and more. Included: machine and case, various original accessories (see pictures), original foot control, 5 bobbins (class 15).
Interested in this machine? Contact Make It Sew.
Pfaff 130-6
$200 SOLD
One of the best domestic sewing machines ever made, the Pfaff 130 is highly sought after for its all metal construction, smooth, quiet operation, and consistent, beautiful zigzag stitch. This is one of the most powerful domestic sewing machines, able to handle heavy fabrics and multiple layers with ease. Take this one home for a great deal, because it's lacking cosmetically (rough paint on the bed has been shellaced to stabalize the chipping). Newly rewired lamp and power cords. The motor has been upgraded to a 2amp version with a coordinating foot control - you'll be sewing FAST. Included: machine, table, chair with one drawer, foot control, 5 Pfaff bobbins.
Interested in this machine? Contact Make It Sew.
Singer 221 Featherweight
$550 SOLD
This machine needs no introduction. Lightweight, smooth, consistent stitches, compact and portable; there’s a reason this one is popular. This particular machine was made in 1952. It has some accessories, the original bobbin case, button style foot control, manual, and even a service record from the ‘50s. Everything is in clean, working order including the case latches and key for the case. This one is beautiful and clean and ready for you to show off at your next quilting retreat! Side note that explains the markings on the case: I picked up this machine from the original owner’s son after she had passed away. He shared that his mom was a refugee from communist China who bought the machine soon after she came to America.
Interested in this machine? Contact Make It Sew.
Dressmaker SWM-1000
$120 SOLD
This is the DE LUXE Push Button Zig Zag. The story goes that this model was part of a nationwide prize promotion, where "winners" could send in $69 and get this machine - possibly a little scammy, but fun history! This machine is in beautiful condition and looks like it hasn't sewn many seams in its life. It comes with a solid carrying case, the original manual, and a handful of vintage bobbins.
Interested in this machine? Contact Make It Sew.
Kenmore 47
$120 SOLD
Talk about Heavy Duty -- this machine is a tank, and pretty in pink to boot. It's certainly not a lightweight portable, but its weight makes for very smooth sewing. The styling is lovely and retro, reminiscent of car dashboards of the same period. Includes a full set of cams, user's manual Kenmore screwdriver, 5 bobbins.
Elna 62c
$120 SOLD
This Elnasuper is part of the beloved Elna star series produced during the 1960s and 70s. It's a fast, smooth rotary hook machine with 6 built in stitches including an automatic buttonhole feature. It is cam ready (One cam included). While it is cosmetically a little rough around the edges, this is a strong, quiet, versatile machine. Perfect for a beginner, novice, or pro sewist.
Interested in this machine? Contact Make It Sew.
Pfaff 1222E
$250 SOLD!
This is a very strong machine with great features, beloved by sewists around the world. Features include built in walking foot (IDT), built in utility and stretch stitches, free arm, electronic needle-up and needle-down, needle threader, and more. The old cam stack was cracked, so a new one is installed.
Bernina Record 930 Electronic
$650 SOLD!
This is a classic and versatile machine. The stitches are beautiful and consistent, and it doesn't hesitate to sew through layers of thick fabric. Being a top-of-the-line machine when it was sold, the construction is solid, it's quietly powerful, and has lots of built in extras. Includes a set of vintage BB and 7-hole bobbins, 10+ Bernina feet, owner's manual, and more. Vintage walking foot available separately upon request.
Interested in this machine? Contact Make It Sew.
Singer 185k
$99 SOLD!
This 3/4 size green machine sews a beautiful straight stitch. It was made at Singer's Kilbowie factory in Scotland in the late 1950s, and is almost identical to the Singer 99k (just cosmetic differences). It comes with a custom made wooden base and will be ready to sew as soon as you take it home!
