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Singer Featherweight Model 221 and 222 Sewing Machines

We can help you sell your Singer Featherweight Sewing Machine.   Contact us for Details!

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", and why a whole new generation of sewing machine collectors and seamstresses Singer Featherweight Model 221have fallen in love with them!  The popularity of these sewing machines with quilters and other fabric artisans has helped uncover a wealth of information regarding the production history of this machine and its many variations, and many Singer Featherweight "users" soon become Singer Featherweight "collectors".

We are proud to offer a nice selection of 221 and 222 Singer Featherweight Sewing Machines that we are selling for several consignors. 

All of these Singer Featherweight Sewing Machines listed below have been gently used and well cared for.  All of these 221 and 222 Featherweights have been fully serviced and carry our 1 Year Guarantee.  Any of these Singer Featherweight Sewing Machines would make a perfect gift for your favorite quilter or seamstress, or for yourself!

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A Word About Condition.........

I love to see vintage Singer 221 and 222 Featherweight sewing machines in excellent cosmetic condition, and most of the Singer Featherweights offered below will meet this criteria.  However I also realize thatBlack Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine 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 attractively.

Regardless which machine you purchase from me all of the Singer Featherweights listed below are cleaned, oiled, adjusted and ready to go back to work.  All have original Singer parts.  All are factory 110 Volt wiring for US use.  (None of the Featherweights I sell have been converted from 220 European voltage---None require a voltage adapter.)  All of these Featherweights are all in excellent mechanical and electrical condition, and 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.

The differences in prices reflect variations in cosmetic condition---fine details such as the degree of wear, if any, to the gold decals, the degree of shine to the black paint / clearcoat finish, the degree of wear to the fabric cover of the case, whether or not the machine includes other accessories such as attachments, an oil can, original Singer instruction booklet, etc.

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How to decide which one to buy.........

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 50-70 years old, and some wear, however little, 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.

Black Singer Featherweight Model 221 Sewing Machines



1940 Black Singer Featherweight AF5822171940 Black Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine (AF582217)    One of the nicest early Featherweights I've ever offered!  The distinctive and elegant "Egyptian scroll front" faceplate makes this pre-WWII Featherweight a real charmer.  It also has the chrome-rimmed handwheel, a more-costly Singer feature made during just a few short production runs.  It's so rare to find these earlier examples in pristine condition.  This Featherweight is guaranteed to please!  Mechanically and cosmetically the condition is outstanding.  It needed very little in the way of cleaning and adjusting.  You could just see it was treated well, stored properly, and only gently used.  And it sews just as beautifully as it looks.  The carry case is in excellent condition and includes the proper top tray.  It is complete with several attachments, Singer screwdrivers, the case keys, and even the original Singer oil can.  It also includes a nicely reproduced copy of the Singer 221 manual.  (I do have original manuals available as well if you want to add that in for $35.)  A nice little bonus that comes with this Featherweight is the Singer Style Digest, published in 1941, with all the fashions of the day.  Highly recommend!          $650     Pic    Pic    Pic    Pic    Pic    Pic   Pic   Pic   Pic   Pic   Pic   Pic   Pic   Pic          NN-FW1     SOLD!



1948 Black Singer Featherweight AH4378411948 Black Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine (AH437841)    This Featherweight is a beauty!  It's a pleasure both to sew on and to look at.  The gold decal that runs around the perimeter is near 100% intact, and the pinmarks to the clearcoat finish are minimal.  It is all tested and tuned up, and ready to go back to use for another lifetime.  The carry case is in excellent condition and includes the proper top tray.  It also includes a nicely reproduced copy of the Singer 221 manual.  There are no attachments included with this machine, but I have most any that you would want and they can be purchased separately and added in.  This one will make a great gift!          $595     Pic    Pic    Pic    Pic    Pic    Pic   Pic       RB-FW8




1949 Black Singer Featherweight AJ1979291949 Black Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine (AJ197929)    This Featherweight is a nice mid-price range machine.  It sews a lovely straight stitch, operates smoothly, and runs strong.  It is one of those machines you will just love to sew on!  There are only minor pin marks to the clearcoat finish, and the gold decal around the perimeter is 98% or better.  A well cared for machine!  It comes with a zipper foot attachment---other feet are available if you want them---and a nice copy of the instruction manual.  The case is nice and sturdy and will do its job in protecting the machine.  The one apology in the case is the often-seen hole punched in the top from the spool pin---a caution to anyone who is going to pack and ship their Featherweight and something Singer didn't foresee when they designed the case.  I touched it up as best I could and it is hardly noticeable now.  The case is also missing the top tray.  If you are looking for a good-running good-looking affordable 1940's vintage machine, this one is a good buy.           $400     Pic    Pic    Pic    Pic    Pic    Pic   Pic       HM-FW1     SOLD!





1950 Black Singer Featherweight "Centennial" Sewing Machine1950 Black Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine (AJ929056)    This Featherweight is a "Centennial", marked with Singer's special medallion that commemorates their 100 year anniversary.  The machine is in excellent condition both cosmetically and mechanically.  It shows only minimal use.  The gold decals are close to 100%.  It is extremely bright and shiny.  The carry case is in excellent condition.  The attachments pictured are included as well as the original instructional manual.  Beautiful to look at and beautiful to sew on!  And collectible to boot!                 $595     Pic    Pic    Pic    Pic    Pic    Pic   Pic   Pic    Pic    Pic   Pic    LM-FW1





1952 Black Singer Featherweight 2211952 Black Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine (AL190682)    If you truly love to sew you will love sewing on this machine!  This is one of those Featherweights that is a pleasure to sew on.  It runs strong and produces a lovely stitch.  Mechanically and electrically it is in top shape.  It has a few minor cosmetic "issues"---one small area of loss to the decal on the front edge and some scratches to the finish. The carry case is in very nice condition and there are a few attachments included as well, along with the original instruction manual.  If you are looking for a Featherweight you can feel comfortable sewing on day in and day out, this one will fit the bill.  It served its first owner well and is ready to go back to work and provide another lifetime of service.                     $550     Pic    Pic    Pic    Pic    Pic    Pic   Pic   Pic   Pic   KL-FW1





1955 Singer Featherweight Sewing Machine AL9251121955 Black Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine (AL925112)   This is a great looking, great running Featherweight that you will love to sew on and be proud to show off to your friends and classmates.  It's been cleaned, oiled and adjusted and is ready to sit down and sew on.  It sews a perfect stitch and runs strong.  It's clean and bright and shiny.  The gold decal, in the "paper clip" design, is near 100%.  Being one of the later models, it has the graduated stitch plate with the stitch width increments marked off, making it easy to keep your seams of consistent width.  The carry case is in excellent condition as well.   This Featherweight is complete with a host of original attachments.  In addition to the standard "feet" it also includes a buttonholer with numerous templates.  But the "icing on the cake" is a very hard-to-find attachment that is included with the machine---the Blackside quilter and underbraider.  All and all a very complete package and a very fine choice!                 $650    Pic   Pic   Pic   Pic   Pic   Pic   Pic   Pic   Pic   Pic   Pic   Pic   Pic      BL-FW1



White Singer Featherweight Model 221 Sewing Machines



1964 White Singer Featherweight1964 White Singer Featherweight 221K Sewing Machine (EV789802)     This is a pretty machine that has been all tuned up and is ready to go back to work in the sewing room.  It sews a beautiful stitch and runs strong.  And of course as with all our machines it comes with our 1 year guarantee.  Cosmetically it shows signs of moderate use, with minor chips to the paint on the handwheel, which is often the case with these machines. It is complete with its original white and green vintage Singer 221K carry case which is in very nice condition, and the original Featherweight instruction manual.  Attachments are not included but they can be added if wanted.  A great machine at a very reasonable price!        $395    pic   pic   pic   pic   pic   pic        MB-FWT-1


Vintage Singer Featherweight Sewing Machine Card Tables


2 Vintage Featherweight 221 Cardtables                 2 Singer Featherweight Card Tables  


Singer Featherweight 221 Card TableSinger Featherweight Card Table with Wooden Rim and Folding Metal Legs     This Featherweight table is in very nice condition.  The top is a nice rich colored wood and although there are a few scuffs to the surface it still has a great deal of shine.  It is complete with the proper insert piece which sets into the table with a nice tight fit.  The metal legs open and close as they should, and it is very sturdy.  Ready to use and ready to show off!        $250    pic   pic   pic        BL-FWT-TBL





Vintage Singer 221 Featherweight CardtableSinger Featherweight Card Table with Metal Rim and Folding Metal Legs     This Featherweight table is one of the more unusual variations.  The top is a light colored wood.  The rim is metal---possibly Singer's answer to the inevitable scuffing that their wood rimmed tables seemed to be subject to.  The legs are also metal and fold and unfold as they should.  The hardware is also a bit different from that typically used on their tables.  To secure the insert there is a metal latching gizmo (marked with Simanco part number 136215) that you turn 90 degrees. A great user and collectible as well!          $195    pic   pic   pic   pic   pic        MN-FWT-1

Once you have decided which machine(s) you are interested in just email or call and I can go over all the details of that individual machine with you. Not sure which machine will best suit your needs?  Call and I can help you determine that as well.

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 inquire.

White Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine

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Production years corresponding to serial numbers are approximate---to verify a production date visit the Singer website.

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Singer Featherweight, 301, and other Sewing Machine Attachments, Accessories and Memorabilia

*****  All are original and vintage  *****

Singer Buttonholers for 221 (green or maroon plastic case with 5 templates)   $15.00

Additional 4 templates  $5.00

Singer Buttonholer for # 301 Singer sewing machine (with templates)   $25.00

Singer Blind Stitch Attachment #160616 (box, instructions)   $35.00
Singer Electric Irons
Singer Automatic Zig Zagger for 301 Singer sewing machine ---in box, 4 templates   $25.00

Singer Oil Cans---availability varies---please inquire $35.00-$65.00

2 Singer Electric Pressing Irons      pic   pic 
Small Travel    $65.00  
Large Spade
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