Demonstration of a Vintage Kenmore 158.17891 Model 1789 Sewing Machine

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Watch my demo of this vintage Kenmore 158.17891 (Model 1789) sewing machine that I rescued and restored. You'll learn the basic features of the machine including how to choose the speed, select the stitch pattern, length, and width, as well as how to adjust the tension and presser foot pressure.
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@koolgaemrcid 3 жыл бұрын

do you have a video on how to thread it? im new to sewing machines, and the one i have doesnt have a manual. im using a 1787180 btw

@alisonb1673 2 жыл бұрын

my boyfriend mom just gave this same sewing machine

@lorenarodriguez9994 3 жыл бұрын

I have the same one could you do a video on how to thread it? Thank you

@sherrys.7802 3 жыл бұрын

Cool I still have this identical machine and the original instruction book etc! 😁

@roxanne8168 2 жыл бұрын

Hey can you share some pictures of the instruction book that would be great so I can learn how to use this machine

@kuroko194u 2 жыл бұрын

This is the exact model I got from my mother. Will you please do a video showing how to thread it? I’m not sure I’m doing it right. My thread keeps break in the middle of a straight stitch.

@julyfolkhart2242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, same as the others ( I go the manual online, but...). I am knew to sewing, I have the 17871 given to me... how do I thread it and use it - 101 basics? Thanks :)

@Leatherbro 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like a good starter machine for a novice. Seems user friendly.

@bettymackey379 Жыл бұрын

This is actually a great machine for an advanced sewing enthusiast. It is great for self maintenance and can sew leather.

@violafrazier2928 2 жыл бұрын

Please show how to thread this machine!

@BrianFowlie Жыл бұрын

Need a tutioal how to thread! Darn

@luisfranciscoguzmanmartine9913 2 жыл бұрын

I need a copy of that manual Please. Where can I get one?

@melissapaulinolaureano9639 Жыл бұрын

how is it strung? help?

@raypoirier5705 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have any trouble with the stitch length dial adjusting itself during operation? I have this model from my grandmother, and I've found I have to tape that knob in place in order to keep the vibrations of the machine from changing its setting. It's almost like the knob adjustment is too loose.

@Metropolitan46808 Жыл бұрын

i have the exact same issue with mine, and yeah, im about to tape it in place as well.

@lorainecross 3 жыл бұрын

How to thread it? I just got this machine too.

@bettymackey379 Жыл бұрын

Where did you find the presser foot adapter? Also, was your machine speed sluggish?

@kadianburrell3138 Жыл бұрын

Hi can you show me how to thread this vintage machine please

@lacyannlukert9607 2 жыл бұрын

How do you thread the matching before you start sewing?

@SewSaveMe 2 жыл бұрын

As this was crystals video have to wait for her to respond. But Me as in Stevie im not sure what your asking.

@jhosyreardon3039 2 жыл бұрын

Hello there, I am looking for a zigzag needle plate for a kenmore model 158. 1792181. Please let me know if you guys have it for sale. Thanks

@roxanne8168 2 жыл бұрын

Hey just wondering if you were ever going to make a video with this machine to show us how to thread it all the functions that would be really great thanks so much and advance

@SewSaveMe 2 жыл бұрын

Most likly not as Crystal no longer owns the machine.

@mayratirado8814 2 жыл бұрын

Ayuda porfavor, me regalaron una maquina igual a esta pero no la se usar quisiera que hagas un video explicando como poner el hilo, como ponerlo y como usarla, mi maquina no trae instructivo, muchas gracias

@rickweis604 Жыл бұрын

Do you sell a reproduction of the manual or know where I can find one. Thank you.

@OvelNick Жыл бұрын

If you're still looking reply to this. I actually found this machine brand new in box never opened. I could scan it if you'd like?

@MIDNIGHT-122 Жыл бұрын

Would you have any tutorials for a Kenmore Model 17871? I got this machine from Aunt Judy and don't know how to use it

@SewSaveMe Жыл бұрын

Im sorry we dont since neither of us own this machine any more.

@mahhubbard 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Stevie, I am looking to replace my needle holder screw. It’s a flat head screwdriver type. I’d like to replace it with a thumbscrew or something easier the a screwdriver screw. Thanks for your channel. You should teach professionally. My machine is a 158.16900 the screw is a littler counter sunken

@SewSaveMe 2 жыл бұрын

I dont see why you couldnt honeslty as long as the thumb screw dont hit stuff as the needle bar moves up and down. And of course the same thread. I did exactly what you are talking about though and ended up going back to the screw. I didnt like the thumb screw being in my line of site and in my way when I was threading and what nots. I know its inconvent to have to keep a little screw driver handy but I found it was more encombersom haven a thumb screw in my way. But I wouldnt discourage it esp if you change needles a lot I could really see the advantage. I typically put on a fresh needle for a project and dont remove it and trash it til the project is over. I dont have to swap needles much. And I have a small army of machines so If I need to change up I usally just grab another machine to do what I need on that garment instead of resetting up a machine I was useing. But no every 1 has that luxury.

@mahhubbard 2 жыл бұрын

@@SewSaveMe thank you Stevie for all your help.

@angiem1979 Жыл бұрын

I'm surprised that you got such good stitches as you have the machine threaded incorrectly. In this video, you have the red thread on the spool holder for filling a bobbin. The correct sewing spool holder swings out below to the back and should have a plastic disk that holds the spool in place. The disk is larger than a spool so the thread comes off and swirls around it so the actual spool doesn't move, only the thread coming off of it. The thread should come up from the spool to a loop on the back of the machine, then across the back to a round thread disk, then bring the thread to the front and down the slit on the right side of the silver piece, go under it then up the left side and it should hook onto the tension hook. Then back down through to the loop at the bottom of the silver piece, then the thread loop on the needle shaft then through the needle. To fill a bobbin the spool of thread sits on the rod on the top of the machine after it has been pulled up. Take the thread to the round tension disk on the top of the machine, go around it from the left side, and take the thread over itself and over to the bobbin spinner. The thread over itself holds the thread so it doesn't bounce off the tension disk. On the side pull the big wheel out so that it disengages with the inner workings and only spins the bobbin filler. When the bobbin is full it will trip out and stop spinning.

@SewSaveMe Жыл бұрын

Thats because Kenmores are awesome and arent pickey.

@amberkulmer678 11 ай бұрын

Thank you you beautiful soul for this amazing description! I was handed down this machine from my husband's grandmother and had no idea how to do this! Thank you!

@kaydearco7766 2 ай бұрын

Thank you this detailed threading instruction helped me figure out this machine that I bought at Goodwil. 😊

@ehseashirts5003 12 күн бұрын

I as well thank you very much!