A Bernina Treadle!

I had so much fun today, and I forgot to take my camera!  The Sewing Center in Conway (A Bernina dealer) held a private invitation brunch today, which I was lucky enough to be invited to.  I met the coolest lady there!  I noticed a badge on her tote bag that said “Treadle On”… and well you know where that discussion went… on to vintage machines!

She has an old Bernina she converted to a treadle… I think it might be this model but I won’t swear to it… it was green!  I of course was entranced, and she told me about a place out in the boonies, south of Harrison called “White Chapel Fabrics” run by a couple who collect and restore vintage machines.

Road Trip!  Maybe next Saturday… or Friday if Jim takes it off.

After that I stopped at Hancock’s, and the cover of a book caught my eye.  I bought it, brought it home, googled the author… and I am in love!  I’ve never been a doll person, but these are amazing!  I must learn to make these!

The book is “Make Cloth Dolls” by Terese Cato, and her website is here.  Amazing!