The

Sewing Machine

Orphanage

Devon, Alberta, Canada

Directions for Using Singer Attachments

Illustrated instruction booklet for a set of sewing machine attachments

Cover of Directions for Using This Set of Attachments

Hemmers and Edgestitcher

The Narrow Hemmer Hemming and sewing on lace in one operation The Attachment Foot and the Hemmers Hemmer instructions continued The Edgestitcher Edgestitcher instructions and lace examples

Binders and Guides

The Scissors Cutting Gauge The Multiple Slotted Binder Bias cut bindings Three tone binding and binding as a trimming

Tucker, Ruffler and Gathering

The Tucker The Ruffler Gathering a ruffle Plaiting a ruffle Gathering material and sewing it to garment The Gathering Foot

Quilting, Cording, Zipper and Cloth Guide

Quilting The Adjustable Cording Foot The Adjustable Zipper Foot The Cloth Guide Back cover

Identification

Item: Instruction booklet

Title: Directions for Using This Set of Attachments

Publisher: (unknown)

Date: (unknown)

Contents: Narrow hemmer, hemmers, edgestitcher, binders, scissors cutting gauge, tucker, ruffler, gathering foot, quilter, cording foot, zipper foot and cloth guide

Provenance and History

This booklet and some of the mentioned attachments were included with the donated machine Singer 201-3 on June 30, 2026.

Condition and Evidence of Use

The two-staple binding has let some of the internal pages go, but all are in order and easily read.

Current Status

Status: In care

Location: The Sewing Machine Orphanage

Stewardship Notes

Stewardship notes will be added here.

Resources and References

International Sewing Machine Collectors' Society (ISMACS)

About ISMACS
ISMACS is the leading international authority on early sewing machine history, founded in 1985 by a small group of English collectors, and now with members across every continent. The organization maintains the world's finest archive of sewing machine manuals, advertisements, patents, and historical documents—all available to members. ISMACS is recognized and regularly consulted by media, museums, and institutions worldwide. The Society produces a professional magazine featuring research findings, restoration tips, auction details, and detailed histories of pioneering sewing machine companies. Members benefit from annual conventions, auctions, and a welcoming community of world-leading collectors dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of sewing machines.

LR Crafts Vintage Singer Information

Find Vintage Singer Sewing Machine Info (LR Crafts)
LR Crafts provides a comprehensive guide to identifying and dating vintage Singer sewing machines. The site includes serial number lookup tools, factory history, and tips for collectors and restorers. It is a valuable resource for anyone seeking information about Singer models and their provenance.

Bob's Vintage Sewing Machine Service

Bob's Vintage Sewing Machine Service
Bob's Vintage Sewing Machine Service offers expert advice, repair guides, and restoration tips for vintage sewing machines. The site features detailed tutorials, parts sourcing, and community support for enthusiasts and collectors.

ISMACS Singer Sewing Machine Company Archive

ISMACS Singer Sewing Machine Company Archive
This section of the ISMACS website provides extensive historical information, serial number lists, manuals, and resources specifically for Singer sewing machines. It is a key reference for dating, identifying, and learning about Singer models.

Smithsonian Institution Digital Collections - Cooper Hewitt

Smithsonian Digital Collections: Cooper Hewitt
The Smithsonian's Cooper Hewitt collection includes historical documents, patents, and design archives related to sewing machines. This digital resource is valuable for research into the technological and design history of sewing machines.