Guide, Seam

Name/Title

Guide, Seam

Description

Flat piece of metal with a long narrow slot cut from the center. On one end the piece is flared out and flattened, a screw is used to hold the piece in place while on the sewing machine. Used to guide when making a straight edge or seam. References: Isaac M. Sheaffer born at Rotheville, Penn. 11/1/1849 and died in London, Ind 2/16/1930. Rose A. (Gould) Sheaffer was born at Pleasentview, Ind. 11/4/1858 and died 1/22/1949 in London, Ind. Remarks: Found in sewing machine No. 84.53.7

Collection

Norman B. Sheaffer

Acquisition

Accession

1984.053

Source or Donor

Norman B. Sheaffer

Acquisition Method

Donation

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Sep 13, 1984

Create Date

September 13, 1984

Update Date

March 26, 2001