tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post3682475417017069834..comments2024-03-08T08:07:20.268-06:00Comments on Erika Mulvenna: Use It or Lose It: 1966 Singer 331K4Erika Mulvennahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15819965592532896464noreply@blogger.comBlogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-34399627462263652042023-12-15T14:02:30.394-06:002023-12-15T14:02:30.394-06:00Hey Rachel, I no longer have this machine or any o...Hey Rachel, I no longer have this machine or any other pics other than what's here. I can suggest looking at that downloadable PDF manual linked in the post for instructions, that really helped me out with threading. Best of luck to you! Cheers - ErikaErika Mulvennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15819965592532896464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-74457726902608661212023-12-13T14:37:54.616-06:002023-12-13T14:37:54.616-06:00I purchased this model and was wondering if you ha...I purchased this model and was wondering if you had the final pictures of how it is threaded, all the way to the needle, and how you did your Bobbin. I had to take the bobbin out and now I can't get the top threas to catch the bobbin thread. <br />Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05144866110514216890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-30838140233824308092022-09-14T02:36:50.432-05:002022-09-14T02:36:50.432-05:00Hello, I'm the man who sells purses, bags and ...Hello, I'm the man who sells purses, bags and wallets on The Quayside Market in Newcastle upon Tyne and I've used my 331K4 every day for nearly forty years !<br />I don't sew fast but I DO sew thick and often stepping up and down different levels !<br />It can do this flawlessly but sometimes it goes completely wrong and I could go mad trying to get it back into sync !<br />More oftenDavid Nashhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09041405624741606732noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-22624404402964250142022-01-20T12:54:49.272-06:002022-01-20T12:54:49.272-06:00Thanks Busy, that is so cool!!!Thanks Busy, that is so cool!!!Erika Mulvennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15819965592532896464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-12427860524445034652022-01-19T15:53:03.419-06:002022-01-19T15:53:03.419-06:00We used these to sew Survival equipment in the RAF...We used these to sew Survival equipment in the RAF; parachutes, flying clothing etc.Busyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06493551732893092023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-52400511810017283222021-06-21T12:15:35.036-05:002021-06-21T12:15:35.036-05:00Hi mkapp2011, I used a black "V" belt fo...Hi mkapp2011, I used a black "V" belt for this machine, so sorry I don't remember where I purchased the belt from. Cheers - ErikaErika Mulvennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15819965592532896464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-61724389352347991802021-06-18T21:39:59.284-05:002021-06-18T21:39:59.284-05:00Hello! I am wondering what belt you use for the ma...Hello! I am wondering what belt you use for the machine.thanks! Michellemkapp2011https://www.blogger.com/profile/03293682037924518632noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-77018736228453188152021-04-19T09:39:10.411-05:002021-04-19T09:39:10.411-05:00Thank you Martha, I'm so glad you found some u...Thank you Martha, I'm so glad you found some useful information here! Cheers - ErikaErika Mulvennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15819965592532896464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-30609475952087291882021-04-17T23:18:45.976-05:002021-04-17T23:18:45.976-05:00I as of late discovered numerous helpful data in y...I as of late discovered numerous helpful data in your site particularly this website page. Among the heaps of remarks on your articles. Much obliged for sharing. Martha Williamshttp://sewingoptimizer.com/best-sewing-table-reviewsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-54345962812661785872021-01-12T10:14:34.515-06:002021-01-12T10:14:34.515-06:00Hi MP, I see you have lots of questions about sewi...Hi MP, I see you have lots of questions about sewing stretchy fabrics or knits with this machine. I've only sewn stable woven cottons with this machine, and wouldn't know if it is suited to sewing knits. The serial number might be underneath the machine, I'm not sure. I no longer have this machine in my collection. Thanks so much for stopping by my blog. Cheers!Erika Mulvennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15819965592532896464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-72901409707932743842021-01-10T02:43:35.395-06:002021-01-10T02:43:35.395-06:00Bonjour j'ai une 33ik4.par contre je voulais s...Bonjour j'ai une 33ik4.par contre je voulais savoir où je peux trouver précisément le numéro de série de la machine svp ? Existe t-il des astuces pour coudre des tissus extensibles stretch sans que cela saute des points ? Pouvez vous me dire les références d'aiguilles idéales ? Merci d'avance ! MPnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-75413041546890134112020-03-24T14:14:29.682-05:002020-03-24T14:14:29.682-05:00Hello Toolmaster, thanks for the heads-up about th...Hello Toolmaster, thanks for the heads-up about the link. I have updated the link to bring you to the download page at Singer Sewing Company's official website.Erika Mulvennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15819965592532896464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-42765882805434968172020-03-13T20:39:42.736-05:002020-03-13T20:39:42.736-05:00The link to service manual seems to no longer work...The link to service manual seems to no longer work. Is there a new or alternative link? I just bought one of these and the information is really important to have.Toolmasterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03083441716138480316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-81023276902081827912019-09-25T12:37:16.291-05:002019-09-25T12:37:16.291-05:00Hello I use this machine a lot and your right abou...Hello I use this machine a lot and your right about corners takes some control Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01171487433520949388noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-59779743739784621572018-12-30T08:18:18.369-06:002018-12-30T08:18:18.369-06:00Hi Unknown, interesting question about updating yo...Hi Unknown, interesting question about updating your 331K4 with a different motor. I really don't know how that would work! I know you can update older industrials with electronic step motors, maybe you can get in touch with an industrial sewing machine store and ask? Best of luck to you! - ErikaErika Mulvennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15819965592532896464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-58353181883221234342018-12-29T20:52:16.331-06:002018-12-29T20:52:16.331-06:00Hi Miss Sews- it-all
I wondered if I could change ...Hi Miss Sews- it-all<br />I wondered if I could change my Singer 331k4 using system by adding motor to operate it because my machine is too old and works only on feet.. and if it ,so what kind of motors could operate this machine?<br />By the way...my machine was a gift from my mother after my wedding(she died 2 years ago)..and l love it so much.If you have any answer to my question about the Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00220389817652382564noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-49767422547687624792018-11-24T20:25:29.805-06:002018-11-24T20:25:29.805-06:00Hello Unknown, the knee lever lifts up the presser...Hello Unknown, the knee lever lifts up the presser foot on this machine, you have your hands free to keep them on your project.Erika Mulvennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15819965592532896464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-64608589334806158002018-11-23T14:42:17.474-06:002018-11-23T14:42:17.474-06:00I was just gifted a 331k4 with the stand. Do you k...I was just gifted a 331k4 with the stand. Do you know what the knee lever does?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14160530953781965588noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-31229949966933750022018-03-28T13:44:03.142-05:002018-03-28T13:44:03.142-05:00Hello George, and thanks for stopping by my blog! ...Hello George, and thanks for stopping by my blog! I'm not sure where to purchase replacement parts for this model. I haven't run across anyone else with this machine before. Did you try some of the VSM public groups here on Facebook? Someone there may have an answer for you! - ErikaErika Mulvennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15819965592532896464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-36737024621950347302018-02-14T10:27:41.032-06:002018-02-14T10:27:41.032-06:00Hi my name is george i live in the UK, i have just...Hi my name is george i live in the UK, i have just retired after working in the upholstery side of the aviation sector, I have just purchased a Singer 331K4 with the intention of starting a hobby in the sewing of various covers for friends and family, i picked this machine because i think Singers are still great machines i know this is an old one but with a little love and care it will be fine, Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-89397213330539684112017-10-23T09:59:00.029-05:002017-10-23T09:59:00.029-05:00Hello Anonymous, and thanks for visiting Miss Sews...Hello Anonymous, and thanks for visiting Miss Sews-it-all! Your old Singer sounds pretty cool, I've never heard of a 31K5 before. If you are looking for more information, I would suggest visiting some of the VSM groups and forums online, like the ISMACS site or the Needle Bar. Best - ErikaErika Mulvennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15819965592532896464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-84221249652362217592017-10-22T13:12:48.914-05:002017-10-22T13:12:48.914-05:00Hi
I really hope you can help. I have just bought ...Hi<br />I really hope you can help. I have just bought an industrial sewing machine. It's an oldie but sews like a dream. It gallops along like a racehorse. I have been trying to find the manual for it. No luck so far, this is where I desperately need your help. My machine is a<br />Singer 31K5. I did say an oldie. I love it. Please say you have the manual I need, or know where to get it. I Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-16608718332299994682017-08-24T08:58:06.914-05:002017-08-24T08:58:06.914-05:00Hello balsagar Kotkar, I only use this machine wit...Hello balsagar Kotkar, I only use this machine with regular weight all-purpose sewing thread and medium weight cotton fabrics. I've never sewn thick fabrics with it or used a thick thread. I've also never used a 31k15 machine before, so I'm really not able to give any feedback on which may sew better, or how a 331K4 might sew with thick fabrics and heavy threads.<br /><br />I've Erika Mulvennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15819965592532896464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-29545915449760278632017-08-23T23:44:04.019-05:002017-08-23T23:44:04.019-05:00Hi miss sew it all nice to see your blog, just wan...Hi miss sew it all nice to see your blog, just wanted to know if 331k4 is better than 31k15 in terms of sewing thick fabric with heavy thread, also what is the thickest thread it can take, thanksAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14593244282466170795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5403152087632739855.post-18524630076969103382017-03-15T11:08:24.950-05:002017-03-15T11:08:24.950-05:00Thanks so much HWP for the information on where to...Thanks so much HWP for the information on where to source parts, and to Unknown in Denver for your comments about the 331K4. Happy stitching! - ErikaErika Mulvennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15819965592532896464noreply@blogger.com