tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post4690371201197108991..comments2023-10-14T06:29:49.328-04:00Comments on Tonya's Sewing Room: Singer Futura II 920..QuestionsAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10580743027184050061noreply@blogger.comBlogger49125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-56579473223936739182016-04-14T20:01:05.681-04:002016-04-14T20:01:05.681-04:00You can go to www.singer.com and download the manu...You can go to www.singer.com and download the manual. I have the Singer Futura 925 which I purchased at a discounted price in 1978 since it was a store demo - $423.95 - just saw my receipt today that was taped inside the manual. I believe the electronic models came out the next year. It was a top of the line machine when it was new, and I've been using it ever since. While I don't sew regularly any more, I've made my fair share of pinch pleated draperies, bed skirts, and other home dec items. The machine is still going strong, will even sew through leather. I suppose it will go to my grave with me! Cindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17615038018523625029noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-48825679736029472642016-02-02T14:56:38.490-05:002016-02-02T14:56:38.490-05:00I also have this problem.. it is a real pain in th...I also have this problem.. it is a real pain in the butt! I was hoping there would be some replacement for them. Have you found any solution?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00955251707324122289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-75621167037910048552015-09-08T08:48:49.514-04:002015-09-08T08:48:49.514-04:00I have read, at least for other Singer machines, t...I have read, at least for other Singer machines, the rubber feed dogs did not last long, and did not perform as well as 'expected.' (Don't you just love being a guinea pick for Marketing Idiots!?) For the other machines I am referring to, Singer sell NON-rubber feed dogs, i.e., metal feed dogs. On those other machines, it is a minor, 3-minute swap. Hopefully it will be the same here...Concerned Citizenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06640327455582690739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-68094516289889033082015-08-24T13:47:26.116-04:002015-08-24T13:47:26.116-04:00Hello, Futura II 920 owners: FYI, there are severa...Hello, Futura II 920 owners: FYI, there are several small, but very important parts that must be replaced as a matter of basic maintenance. The motor mount and 2 bushings are 3 small plastic parts that turn into broken orange shards. These parts are necessary to keep the motor from vibrating against the frame. The bobbin winder lift cam is another small part that is easy to replace--it always eventually breaks in half and then bobbins don't wind anymore. New rubberized feed dogs are easy to replace and you need to put a new fiber washer on the upper main shaft (a fondue fork works.) There are 2 versions of 920's and one is 'transitional' with adjustable feed dogs. 920's need to be properly lubricated with Tri-Flow and, after 40 years, they need a few inexpensive parts, which anyone who is reasonably handy can install. 920s sew some valuable stitches that vintage Kenmores, ie 1914, etc. cannot do. I wouldn't ask a 920 to sew super heavy upholstery, but they are very fun for garment-making and daily use. Wenatchee1https://www.blogger.com/profile/07330979699588993102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-73654975636485418872015-06-26T00:59:10.464-04:002015-06-26T00:59:10.464-04:00To Anonymous above--you need to buy new feed dogs ...To Anonymous above--you need to buy new feed dogs for your Futura II. The rubber degrades over the years and it's easy to replace the feed dogs with just 2 screws. You can order the parts online. You can put metal feed dogs on if you want, but some of the stitches won't work right unless you use the original rubberized feed dogs. There are several small parts that need to be replaced on all Athena 2000s and Futura II 920s. The motor mount and bushings, bobbin winder lift cam and main shaft washer need to be replaced, plus new feed dogs and foam for the spool cap and seat. Anyone who is handy can do it and then they run like new. The Futura II 920 has a 1.3 amp motor and the Athena 2000 has 1.5 amps. These Singers are very worth restoring and maintaining. Tri-Flow liquid and gear grease make all the difference. Wenatchee1https://www.blogger.com/profile/07330979699588993102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-48139408123929544312015-05-29T10:16:24.719-04:002015-05-29T10:16:24.719-04:00my future 2 machine does not have a metal feeder w...my future 2 machine does not have a metal feeder with teeth. It is made of smooth rubber and does not feed the material good at all. I bought this machine new so the machine came with this, I have never seen another machine like it. They all have metak toothed feeders. The material does not feed thru my machine good. I have to pull as it feeds. Does anyone else with this machine have the rubber feeder and if so do you have the sae problem. Where can I get a netal feeder...ty Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-3427034546920437532015-02-24T19:57:14.659-05:002015-02-24T19:57:14.659-05:00I have a Futura Sewing Machine that I bought many ...I have a Futura Sewing Machine that I bought many years ago. I saw where you can get a manual on-line for the machine if you don't have one. Just put in Futura Sewing Machine Manual.<br />I hope you enjoy your machine as much as I have mine. Good Luck! Marilynnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-43351343080395255212014-07-24T07:57:39.417-04:002014-07-24T07:57:39.417-04:00I own 4 of them, best machines they ever made. I ...I own 4 of them, best machines they ever made. I find them at estate sales. I have one for this and one that works better for that. Haa! I am a professional seamstress that does not do alterations. I can't stand the cheap new machines, even the ones that cost thousands of dollars. This does everything you need. Forget the sergers, you need to buy 5 or more spools of thread for one project. Ridiculous! This works fine for me. Take it from a pro, it is how you sew! Period! You don't need half the gadgets the other machines have. I make gorgeous things with the good old Futura 11, 920's. The best, I just make my own adjustments and they are very reliable to say the least. Very speedy settings too. You have a choice, slow or fast. All metal parts - can't beat them. I always tell people all you need is a good straight, zigzag, button hole making machine period. You can go to town with those. Those fancy stiches make you clothing look ridiculous - you can tell they are handmade. Then those fancy feline models would take you ages and a ton of money to work out all the details they present before you finish your project. A true artist does not rely on a machine that you push a button and walk away from. I hate going to art shows and seeing picture perfect embroidery that they claim they made. They should be forbidden to enter the shows. Years ago I was the only seamstress permitted into the art shows that were juried. My work was original and truly handmade. This is what they need to get back to. If I wanted a store bought look, I will go to the store not the art show. I don't know about you, but I want to see true art work come back to life again. And those goes for those wood workers that claim they make their own wood pieces. Not! Well I have vented enough for today, have a good one and happy stitching!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-8984262048913754922014-07-08T04:09:04.906-04:002014-07-08T04:09:04.906-04:00Yes, the stainless steel sewing foot that has more...Yes, the stainless steel sewing foot that has more width has helped me. Also, I use Touch N Sew bobbins, 15j, and 66. The better cotton thread also. I like the Singer 756, 750, 626 and for the newer 7258 is nice.. Curvy seems to be a better one and 7470 seems ok.. Singer Athena 2210 is nice for the 1980's. I has the 66 bobbin. 15J is a nice newer kind of bobbin. Singer Merritt 6000 and others are nice also. VickAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-10507178899745262102014-07-08T03:49:23.171-04:002014-07-08T03:49:23.171-04:00The Singer Touch N Sew 756 is a good one and Merri...The Singer Touch N Sew 756 is a good one and Merritt 6620 and others.. There is a Singer Touch n Sew 771 that is a nice one, too <br /><br />I was reading about 920.. Don't know much about it. The way that it winds is different some than Touch n Sew. VickiAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-33038602139600883332014-01-23T12:55:10.443-05:002014-01-23T12:55:10.443-05:00I've had mine since '78, and I love it. I...I've had mine since '78, and I love it. If you aren't satisfied with the way it runs, do take it to the shop. About $100, but it's worth it since you cannot buy a machine of this quality these days . . . at least not affordablle. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-85361134362688189982013-09-25T18:29:13.972-04:002013-09-25T18:29:13.972-04:00To wind bobbin first thread machine, then wrap thr...To wind bobbin first thread machine, then wrap thread under presser foot and around the screw that holds the presser foot in place. Open bobbin compartment all the way, put in empty bobbin and push lever with red arrow to the center above the bobbin. Use slow speed to wind and don't fill past the outside line on the bobbin. Just push the power pedal and your bobbin will fill. Put the stitch on straight stitch first though. When filled just pull out the thread and cut in half or you can just start sewing. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-8661918112643053272013-09-20T11:46:40.259-04:002013-09-20T11:46:40.259-04:00Yes, I wish I could have figured out that machine....Yes, I wish I could have figured out that machine. :(Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10580743027184050061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-77259347598565327812013-09-20T11:46:17.539-04:002013-09-20T11:46:17.539-04:00I gave up on that machine and donated it. :(I gave up on that machine and donated it. :(Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10580743027184050061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-73706441944530461592013-09-19T14:58:18.845-04:002013-09-19T14:58:18.845-04:00hi angie i just found my grandmothers old sewing m...hi angie i just found my grandmothers old sewing machine and ive figured out everything except how to back stitch is there a button im missing?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-88482828683149887282013-07-16T10:29:30.002-04:002013-07-16T10:29:30.002-04:00This is the machine I received for HS graduation i...This is the machine I received for HS graduation in 1976. Mine had issues with the tension so I traded it in for a Viking a few years later. I still miss that buttonhole attachment! Best thing ever!Linda Ruthiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11262131386645244447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-13793784682873813532013-06-13T20:14:03.194-04:002013-06-13T20:14:03.194-04:00Hi Tonya,
Just like you, I got mine yesterday at ...Hi Tonya,<br /><br />Just like you, I got mine yesterday at the thrift store and now trying to make it work... <br /><br />If you have any piece of info that could help I'd be grateful! Thank you...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-50140460156749556572013-06-06T22:55:35.899-04:002013-06-06T22:55:35.899-04:00I never figured this one out. I donated it to our...I never figured this one out. I donated it to our church rummage sell. ;)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10580743027184050061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-69252175487061949932013-06-06T18:39:12.541-04:002013-06-06T18:39:12.541-04:00I just bought one on ebay. I doubt it runs as smoo...I just bought one on ebay. I doubt it runs as smoothly as my Elna or Juki, but they sure are fun. I have 12 singer machines beginning with a model 66 from 1910 which belonged to my great auntie.Old Paul, Defender of Pepperlandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08199193006929411022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-53622532782028410052013-06-06T18:37:17.630-04:002013-06-06T18:37:17.630-04:00I just bought one on ebay, so we will see.
Addict...I just bought one on ebay, so we will see.<br /><br />Addicted to Sew.Old Paul, Defender of Pepperlandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08199193006929411022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-33097831663184341472013-04-28T22:14:32.864-04:002013-04-28T22:14:32.864-04:00My neighbor just threw out a futura 2 model 925 an...My neighbor just threw out a futura 2 model 925 and I asked if ai could keep it. I guess its from 1975. No accessories came with it other than the locking cover power cord and foot pedal...all seems to work.heartsupnorthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05557153308309399100noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-79486630196163211382013-02-27T12:36:49.306-05:002013-02-27T12:36:49.306-05:00THANK YOU JILL! I recently recieved my Grandmother...THANK YOU JILL! I recently recieved my Grandmothers machine but there was no manuel. I have not touched a sewing machine in over 15 years but I hope to have some luck getting this one up and running! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-13029778754196168422013-02-11T18:52:55.165-05:002013-02-11T18:52:55.165-05:00I have a Singer Futura II 920/925 that was my moth...I have a Singer Futura II 920/925 that was my mothers. I remember she bought it brand new in 1974 when my grandmother died with her inheritance money (it was top of the line back then!) You can download a FREE (US) manual here: http://www.singerco.com/accessories/instruction-manuals/search. I'm getting ready to donate the machine too since I don't use it and have 2 others. Parts for the machine are available for very reasonable prices here: http://www.singeronline.com/singer900920.html Hope this helps anyone who still has one!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01393752760338816169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-31464153415998566872012-12-24T15:54:40.712-05:002012-12-24T15:54:40.712-05:00I have no idea. I donated it.I have no idea. I donated it.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10580743027184050061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4075387365881904982.post-36050586614676510162012-12-24T15:45:10.617-05:002012-12-24T15:45:10.617-05:00how old is the futura 11 modle 920 singer sewing m...how old is the futura 11 modle 920 singer sewing machine?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com