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Antique / Vintage
Singer Featherweight Model
221 -
222 Sewing Machines
We have been selling Singer 221 and 222 Featherweight Sewing Machines online since 1998!
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 Once you have used a vintage Singer Model 221 or 222 Featherweight
sewing
machine you will know why they are referred to as "The Perfect Portable",
why a whole new generation of sewing machine collectors and seamstresses
have fallen in love with them, and why many Singer Featherweight
"users" soon become Singer Featherweight "collectors"!
We are proud to offer
for sale a fine selection
of 221 and 222 Antique Singer Featherweight Sewing Machines.
We stand behind what we sell!
We personally service and detail each and every one of these 221 and 222 Featherweights
before we offer them for sale. And every Featherweight that we
sell carries our written 1 Year Guarantee.
We Only Sell Featherweight
Sewing Machines in Original Condition!
Featherweight sewing machines were never produced
in red, blue, purple, raspberry, nor were they ever
produced with floral / fantasy decals, stripes or polka dots. Machines
of those colors that you see offered up elsewhere on the Internet
are machines that have been powder-coated / repainted and with new
decals applied. Some
people like them for their novelty, but they are not original or
rare, and they are not something we buy or sell.
I love to see vintage Singer 221 and
222 Featherweight sewing machines in pristine original cosmetic condition. However I also realize that
there is a need for good working Featherweight machines in somewhat
less-than-excellent cosmetic condition, so when available I will offer
machines in this category as well, but only when I can price them
appropriately.
Regardless which machine you purchase
from me all of the Singer Featherweights listed below are cleaned, oiled,
adjusted, inspected, sew-tested, and ready to go back to work. All have original Singer
parts. All are 110 Volt wiring for US use. All of these Featherweights are in excellent mechanical and electrical condition, and
all are ready to sit
down and sew with.
To assure your satisfaction all
of the Vintage Singer Featherweight sewing machines we sell come with
our complete 1-Year Money Back Guarantee.
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Here's How To Order
Once you have decided
which machine you would like to purchase just email
ilovefeatherweights@gmail.com or call
me at 530.748.7297 and I can go over all the details of that specific machine with
you, and take your payment / shipping info.
If you are
not sure which machine
will best suit your needs call and I can help you determine
that as well.
BUY WITH ASSURANCE!
Concerned about buying online?
Click here
to read some of our testimonials!
All of the Singer Featherweight sewing machines
listed below have been fully serviced in our workshop---inspected, cleaned, oiled, lubricated, adjusted, and
sew-tested---before being offered for sale. Every single Featherweight we sell carries our 1-year
guarantee! Who else offers you that?
 1934 Black Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine (AD721874) with
SCHOOL BELL BOBBIN WINDER
This Featherweight is marked with serial number AD721874
which dates it to the model 221 production run assigned on September 10,
1934. That was only the second production run of Featherweights.
One has to wonder, at this early juncture, if Singer knew what a winner
they had on their hands!
Think about it---the United States was in the midst of The Great
Depression. Times were tough and money was tight. Only a
relatively small number of fortunate families would have even been able
to afford such a luxury, and given that electricity had not yet reached
a lot of places in rural America the Featherweight was probably
something that many seamstresses and homemakers could only dream of.
Imagine what a thrill it must have been to have owned one then!
This Featherweight has all the hallmarks of the early
models---the beautiful fancy scrollfront pattern on the endplate, the
chrome-rimmed handwheel and stitch length regulator plate, the early
style front-mounted "school bell" bobbin winding tensioner, and the
un-numbered thread tensioner. I've included lots of pictures so be
sure to view them all.
As with all the Featherweights I sell, this one has had a complete
servicing and cleaning to bring it to its former glory, and is ready to
sew on right out of the box. A new belt has been installed as well
as new wiring for the foot controller. Of course I've sew-tested
it to ensure it produces the perfect stitch. Despite a fair amount
of pin-marks and other scratches, as well as some loss to the decal
along the front edge, the machine is super clean and retains great
shine. The early style carry case with it's turquoise-blue lining is
in very decent condition and complete with the top tray. The original
instruction manual is included, as well as attachments and a signed copy
of the classic book Featherweight 221:
The Perfect Portable and It's Stitches Across History.
If you have been waiting to find a Featherweight from the
earliest years of production don't let this one pass you by!
$1950 LCM--34-FW
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 1936 Black Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine (AE209010)
These Featherweights from the 1930's are just so classy looking! Imagine what a thrill it must have been to have
owned one then! And the earliest models like this one---with the Egyptian scrollwork faceplate, the chrome edge handwheel, the chrome stitch
length regulator plate, the early style bobbin winder guide, the un-numbered upper thread tension adjuster,
and the foot controller with the very deco-inspired cooling vents---are so very distinctive!
This pretty machine sews like a champ. I
always feel like I'm repeating myself because I say that about all of
them that I have listed here. But the truth is that if a
Featherweight is properly "tuned up" to the proper specs, which I do
with every single one before I offer it for sale, it's going to perform beautifully.
And that's when these pretty little machines sew that beautiful "Featherweight stitch".
Regarding the cosmetic condition, this one has
that pretty reflection to the clearcoat finish, although there are light pinmarks
on the bed and some
unevenness to the shine, as well as some loss to the gold decal along
the front edge. The carry case is in good clean and sturdy condition,
noting some wear to the exterior "leatherette" covering, particularly on
one back corner. It's complete with its top tray and original leather handle.
The original instruction manual included, as well as a whole host of original Singer Featherweight attachments.
Eighty-eight years later and you can still feel the thrill!
$625 LCM--36-FW
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 1937 Black Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine (AE421959)
Maybe she's not the prettiest girl on the block---but boy
can she sew! Sadly a lot of the gold decal along the
front edge of this Featherweight is gone. But I'll tell
you what, if you are looking for a machine that will do the job, you're
not going to find a better worker!
As with all the Featherweights I sell this one has been cleaned,
inspected, serviced and adjusted---sporting a brand new belt and new
power cord wiring for the foot pedal, and all turned up ready to get
back to work. Featherweights are notoriously reliable workhorses
and this one is no exception.
Actually I think she's kind of cute! Being one of the
"older girls" she sports the attire of the 1930's Singer 221's that
collectors adore---the Egyptian scrollwork design on the
faceplate, the chrome-edge handwheel, and chrome plated stitch regulator
backplate, and un-numbered thread tensioner. There's a little
unevenness to the clearcoat finish, but overall she polished up nicely
and has a pretty shine.
The carry case is one of the newer style replacement cases. The original
instruction manual is included but there are no attachments included.
Ready for another lifetime of use!
$425 LCM--37-FW
SOLD!
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 1950 Black Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine (AJ563799)
Another great mid-range choice that will be a great "user".
This pretty Featherweight sews beautifully and is all serviced, ready
and waiting to get back to work! It's in excellent
mechanical and electrical condition and will be a great worker.
Cosmetically it is also very nice---the finish is bright and shiny but
you'll note that this is a certain degree of minor loss to the gold
decal in a few areas along the perimeter of the bed. But it does not
detract to the overall look as you can see in the pictures I've
provided.
The carry
case is original and in good sturdy condition, complete with the inside
tray. The handle was changed out at some point in it's past with a
very comfortable-to-hold leather replacement. Included are several
different Singer
attachments and a nicely reproduced copy of the instruction manual.
A great choice! $595 LCM--50-FW
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 1953 Black Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine (AL409652)
The condition of this one will take your breath away---it's
got that "wow" factor! It's in excellent
condition from both a cosmetic and mechanical standpoint and shows only
gentle and meticulous use and care.
You'll love the way it sews---fully serviced top to bottom and ready to
go right out of the box. It is outfitted with the graduated
increment stitchplate to aid with seam width consistency. It's
super clean and bright so you'll love to show it off as well!
The carry
case is original and also in excellent condition. Included are several
different Singer
attachments and a nicely reproduced copy of the instruction manual.
A true beauty and guaranteed to please! $895 LCM--53-FW
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 1955 Black Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine (AM167555)
All set to get back to work---this
Featherweight will be a great "user". I guarantee
you'll love the way it sews. It's nice and clean, and needed very
little in the way of tuning up. It sews beautifully and the motor
runs strong.
A nice feature on this 1955 model is the graduated stitchplate with seam width designations that make it easy to sew uniform seams without
the use of a seam guide.
Overall it's in very pretty cosmetic condition---bright and shiny with great reflection to the surface.
The decals are a deep bold gold color and, being a mid-1950's model,
are Singer's geometric design. I do have to point out there is some
marring to the clearcoat finish in the area to the right of and
particularly behind the stitchplate where it
appears the previous owner laid down a piece of masking tape to create a
seam guide. The tape has been removed but it left little pock-marks on
the surface. It's barely a detraction to the
overall look as you can see in the pictures provided, and I've accounted for the "apology" in
the price.
The carry
case is original and in good sturdy clean condition. With a nice assortment of Singer
attachments and a nicely reproduced copy of the instruction manual this one is a great
mid-range choice!
Ready to serve another generation! $525 CRML--55-2--FW
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 1955 Black Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine (AM171474)
I guarantee you'll love the way this Mid-Century Singer
Featherweight 221 sews! This pretty machine has been
well-maintained and cared for. It had been a while since it was
last used, but after a thorough inspection and complete cleaning and
servicing I can say with full confidence that mechanically it's in top
shape, and all set to get back into the sewing room. It's been
cleaned, lubricated and adjusted, the motor runs strong, and it sews a
lovely stitch.
Cosmetically you'll see some signs of use---and average amount of "pinmarks"
to the clearcoat finish, some light scratches, and just a few very minor
"nicks" to the gold decal decoration that runs around the perimeter.
But overall it's very presentable. The paint is bright and glossy,
the metal parts are clean and shiny.
The machine is equipped with the handy graduated increment / calibrated
throat plate to use as a guide in keeping your seams nice and straight
and of uniform width. An assortment of fancy stitch attachments
are included as well as a reproduced copy of the Singer Featherweight
instruction manual. The carry case is original and also in
excellent condition.
A great choice if you're wanting a good-looking hard-working
Featherweight at a fair price! $650 CRML--55-FW
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White Singer Featherweight Model 221K Sewing
Machine
 1964
White / Green Singer Featherweight 221K Sewing Machine (EV969329) If
you have been waiting to find a squeaky clean Singer 221K this one is
for you! These white Featherweights have a look all their
own with their "Mid-Century Modern" styling. They are a little
lighter in weight than the black 221's due to the shortened swinging bed
extension and have a more petite carry case. Dating from the end
of Singer's Featherweight production period far fewer white
Featherweights were manufactured compared to the number of black ones.
But just like their black counterparts they were built to last!
This lovely machine is in "show-it-off" condition. It is
very, very pretty---the paint is a crisp and cool greenish-white color
that some FW aficionados refer to as "barely celery" or "mint green". The metal parts are bright and shiny. The machine looks
to have seen very little use. As with all of the Featherweights we
sell this one has been fully serviced and it sews just as nice as it
looks! It runs strong and produces that lovely straight
Featherweight stitch.
This one came with the full assortment of basic Singer 221 Singer
accessory feet in their original box along with the small and large mint
green plastic handled screwdrivers. The original Singer 221K
Featherweight instruction manual, with its pink and green cover, is
included as well. The green and white carry case is in very nice
condition as well. A useful and practical bonus included with this
machine is the cream colored Singer buttonholer.
They don't get much sweeter than this---a very tidy package! $1250 LCM--W-FW
SOLD!
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Hard-to-Find Singer Featherweight Accessories
 Singer FashionAids Case with Accessories
The Singer "Fashion Aids" case looks like a child's suitcase with
a removable compartmentalized interior tray with nooks and crannies for all the
attachments. It was marketed by Singer as a way to organize and store all of their specialty attachments for
your Featherweight. They came in several colors---this
one is blue in color, inside and out. There are some scuffs on the
case and the leather handle is missing, but the hinges and latch are in
good shape and the handle rings are there.
There is a nice assortment of attachments that include some in original
boxes---and room for more of your own to be added! Here's what's
included, and all are original vintage Singer / Simanco:
Pinking Attachment #121021
Hemstitcher and Picot Edger #121387 in original box with correct Featherweight-specific Throatplate #121392 and Thumbscrew
Buttonholer #121795 with Coverplate and screw
Blindstitch Attachment #160616
Stocking Darner in original box with instructions #35776
Singercraft Guide #120987 with instructions
Universal Needle Threader and Seam Ripper #121634
Singer Oil Can
"Singer Fashion Aids for Smart Finishes" booklet
Very functional and very collectible!
$795
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 Original Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine Card Table
This
is the portable sewing machine table that Singer offered specifically
for use with the Featherweight. It's not just a
functional and good-looking folding leg card table, but a super handy
Featherweight accessory, having a top designed with a removable insert
piece revealing an opening unto which the machine sits, making the bed
of the machine flush to the tabletop and providing a nice large, flat
work area. Another ingenious Singer idea, as portable and
versatile as the Featherweight itself! When not in use the table
can be easily folded and stored away, or it can double in use as an
extra table. Like all Singer products from "the day",
these tables were extremely well-constructed and durable.
This
example is an original, not one of the reproductions that are now
available. It is in excellent used condition, complete with the
insert with matching serial number. It is very sturdy. The
leather pads on the brackets that hold the machine are in good shape,
ensuring that you won't be scratching your Featherweight as you lift it
in and out. The table top has been carefully refinished
and maintains a nice vintage patina. The
wood grain is very pretty, it's smooth and ready to use.
This is the "later" style table, probably post-WWII, which Singer
referred to as the Model 312. The legs are black painted metal and
the trim around the tabletop edge is black painted wood. The
insert is held in place by two tabs that slide into slots on one end and
a spring clip on the other.
Very functional as well as a great way to display your favorite
machine! $350 LCM--TBL-FW
SOLD!
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How to decide which Featherweight Sewing
Machine to order........
Be sure to look at all the picture links that I provide for each Featherweight---each
Pic below the description is a clickable link that will bring up a picture---to see numerous views of the machine,
the accessories and attachments, and the carry case.
If you are looking for a good, strong, working sewing machine that you can use day in and day out and you don't want to spend a small fortune to get it, chose one of
these Featherweights from the lower price range. All of these vintage sewing machines look good and sew great!
If you are wanting a Singer Featherweight that you will be as proud to display and show off as you are to use, and you don't mind spending a little more, chose from the upper price range. These sewing machines are some of the nicest examples you are ever
likely to find!
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But please keep in mind that every Featherweight that has been used, no matter how infrequently or how carefully, will display some signs of use---minor pin marks, small paint chips or scrapes, some loss to the gold decaling, etc. These machines are 65-85 years old, and some wear is always evident, even on the nicest of them. "Shelf" wear occurs over a period of time, even if the machine is left undisturbed and unused in the case. I have been dealing in Featherweights for many years and I have never seen the cosmetically perfect "10"---I don't believe it exists.
Note:
I sometimes have additional Singer Featherweight 221 or 222 sewing machines
that have just come in and are waiting to be photographed and listed.
So if you don't see the exact model you are looking for
email me at ilovefeatherweights@gmail.com.
We
can help you sell your Singer Featherweight Sewing Machine.
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