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Column Headings: K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness
N = Nominated for Expert of the Month
| Date | User | K | C | T | P | N | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-10-27 | Sharon | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Irene is a true professional and went the extra mile to request additional photos to research my Old Sheffield Silverplate. Thanks so much for your expertise. |
| 2009-09-10 | Grace | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Very quick response. Very friendly. Thank you very much! |
| 2009-09-01 | Michal | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you! Very helpful and complete answers to my questions were given quickly. |
| 2009-08-18 | Dee | 7 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Ms. Schwall was very prompt in her response which surprised me. I was used to spending a long time waiting for similar responses. Although she couldn't get an exact answer, she was able to date the item and to give me a direction in further persuing it. |
| 2009-07-29 | Sarah | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks for your quick response! |
| 2009-07-24 | Brent | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Hi Irene Thanks for the feedback, it would be so interesting to know the background of this cushion. Perhaps by fate this may be revealed. Thanks once again Regards Brent |
| 2009-07-22 | Jason | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks, that gives me a lead. I will now follow these up. thank you for your time and effort Jason |
| 2009-07-18 | Brenda | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Irene was wonderful,helping me.She got back to me right away and went to extra lengths to answer my question.She is a nice addition to this site.Thank You, Brenda |
| 2009-07-09 | janet | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you for your quick response. |
| 2009-07-02 | Patricia | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks for your reply. I am new at this game and will look around some more. It is probably just junk, but one never knows! I gave you a 10 on knowledgeability becuse you clearly knew you didn't know:) |
| 2009-06-15 | V | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Dear Irene, I want to thank you for your quick response to my inquiry about the toy Necchi sewing machine. I had not idea what the going price as a collectible would be. Once again, Thank You, V. McKenzie |
| 2009-06-11 | Doug | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you very much Irene, for a speedy and very helpful reply. Most appreciated. regards....Doug |
| 2009-06-09 | Kathy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Very Helpful!!! |
| 2009-05-15 | nidia | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you very much it helps alot! thanks Irene! |
| 2009-05-12 | Robyn | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks, Irene. |
| 2009-04-10 | JUDY | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you so much. Very helpful |
| 2009-04-06 | Jim | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | The answer is greatly appreciated! Sorry to cause the confusion with double posting. Jim |
| 2009-04-02 | Maureen | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thankyou very much, Irene, for your prompt and informative reply. Warm regards from Melbourne, Australia. |
| 2009-03-29 | June Hoppe | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | thank-you so much , I am truly grateful for your answer and so quickly. I am going to tell everyone about you. Thanks again, June |
| 2009-03-22 | Jill E. Valkoun | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you for your time - Now I just hope I can find it - The painting on the box was in poor condition - but the pieces all matched and were all there in the fitted areas. There were a couple I wasn't sure of the use for. If I can find it, I will contact you again. Sincerely, Jill Valkoun |
| 2009-03-14 | Marcy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you, Irene, for taking the time to help. Marcy |
| 2009-03-12 | Sharon | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | I really appreciate the prompt and very helpful response. What a wonderful service! Thank you Irene |
| 2009-02-26 | Margo | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | This is the perhaps the third time I have requested information from Irene She has always responded very quickly with great information. I am very pleased. |
| 2009-02-26 | reuven | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | WOW!!! Responce in under 5 minutes!!!! and 3 perfect answers. Irene is THE expert. |
| 2009-02-25 | Pat | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Irene - Thanks you so much for your expert information. This is a wonderful service for those of us who just have one or two items that we are wondering about. Pat |
| 2009-02-18 | Chuck | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | I can't thank you enough, in today's world not many people are willing to help others for little more then thanks. So, thank you, thank you, thank you! I will pay this forward... Chuck |
| 2009-02-15 | Terry Amato | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | I could ask for more! Terry |
| 2009-02-11 | Mayme | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank YOU so very much! Your knowledge is very appreciated! |
| 2009-02-03 | Benjamin | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Fast and great wealth of knowledge. |
| 2009-01-07 | Jennifer | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes |
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- Eileen Cronk
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- Marc A. Hess
- Michael Andrew Wilson
- David Burritt
- Barbara K. Acchino
- Larry Bieza
- Chad Boekelheide
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- DARWIN D. BEARLEY
- Bruce W. Zubee
- Fred Taylor
- Measureman
- David Silver
- Stuart Driver
Irene Schwall
Expertise
I have been a collector of antique sewing tools and thimbles for over 30 years. I am also a dealer in this field and sell on eBay under the name -- serengeti2. Please note: I am NOT, and I repeat NOT an expert on antique or vintage domestic household sewing machines used for everyday home sewing -- I can offer help when it comes to TOY or miniature collectible sewing machines ONLY.
Experience
My expertise is in ANTIQUE sewing or needlework tools & thimbles, gold, silver, brass, ivory, bone etc. Modern thimbles are not necessarily my strong point but I may be able to help so don't hesitate to ask. I am also very well versed in the identification of Hallmarks on sewing collectibles.
Organizations
Thimble Collectors International
SCTC - Southern California Thimble Club
SDTC - San Diego Thimble Club
OTS - Ohio Thimble Seekers
Priscilla Nutmeggers - CT/MA/NH
Dorset Thimble Society - UK
Rund um den Fingerhut - Germany
www.925/1000.com
Cyberthimble on Yahoo
Publications
I belong to Thimble Collectors International & I chair the committee 'Publishing/Grants' and oversee the research and publication of booklets relating to sewing tools and thimbles.
I have also had articles published on needlework related topics.
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