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International Sewing Machine Collectors' Society

The purpose of the International Sewing Machine Collectors' Society is to foster the collecting of, and research into, sewing machines.

New Home Sewing Machine Company Articles

  • Drawing of the Home for Elderly and Retired Sewing Machines by Anne Novy and illustrated by Janet Bedard.
  • The Men Behind New Home
  • Explore the pioneering figures behind the New Home Sewing Machine Company—from Stephen French’s early innovations to William Grout’s engineering triumphs.
  • New Home Numbers
  • A comprehensive guide that maps serial number ranges and manufacturing dates (1879–1930) to help you date your New Home machine.
  • New Home Poem
  • An 1886 advertising verse that captures the innovative spirit and charm of the New Home Sewing Machine Company.
  • Bobbin Case, Hook and underside of Head
  • Detailed diagrams reveal the intricate design of the bobbin case, hook, and underside of the machine’s head.
  • Guarantee
  • Learn about the bold 20‑year guarantee offered by New Home, a promise that bolstered buyer confidence and set new standards in the industry.
  • Oiling a Hand Crank
  • Maintenance tips and oiling points for the New Home hand crank model, ensuring smooth operation and longevity.
  • Oiling the New Home Model AB
  • Step‑by‑step oiling instructions with clear diagrams designed to keep the Model AB running at its best.
  • The Sewing Machine Nobody Wanted
  • A poignant narrative of a neglected treadle sewing machine’s journey—from abandonment to finding a new home with a kind-hearted owner, or how a Nelson 75 Treadle found it's way to the Home for Elderly and Retired Sewing Machines.
  • Threading the New Home Model AB
  • Clear, concise threading instructions (with diagrams) to help you set up the New Home Model AB with confidence.
  • Threading the New Home Model AB Shuttle
  • A detailed guide for correctly threading the shuttle on the Model AB, featuring step‑by‑step images courtesy of Dorothy Brumleve.
  • Using Your Attachments: The Underbraider
  • Practical tips and techniques for using attachments effectively, with a special focus on mastering the underbraider.

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