Sally Stanley Smocking Pleater

Fully Reconditioned Sally Stanley Smocking Pleater Machine

Bring efficiency and perfect precision to your heirloom sewing workspace with this genuine, fully reconditioned Sally Stanley smocking pleater. Known throughout the global needlework community for its robust engineering and smooth performance, this authentic vintage machine turns hours of manual fabric gathering into minutes of effortless prep work.

Machine Specifications & Compatibility

• • Row Capacity: 24-row roller configuration, with half spaces along half the length of the rollers, for versatile fabric gathering width.
  • Base Design: Solid aluminium handles, solid brass rollers and metal tensioning screw mechanism, all on a sturdy plastic base, with sturdy rubber feet.
  • Needle Compatibility: For flawless tension and to protect the brass rollers, this machine requires authentic Sally Stanley Pleater Needles or Amanda Jane Pleater Needles.

Full Reconditioning & Quality Inspection Report

• • Flawless Roller Action: Rollers have been completely disassembled, cleaned of old thread debris, and re-aligned for a smooth, catch-free rotation.
  • Excellent Cosmetic Condition: Clean gears and minor vintage wear consistent with careful historical use, completely free of structural rust.  Some discolouring of the brass rollers will still be present.
  • Pre-Tested Performance: Fully threaded and fabric-tested in our workspace to guarantee perfect pleating depth.

Included Accessories & Shipping Details

• What’s Included: You will receive a Sally Stanley smocking pleater (not necessarily the one shown in the photos), with a full complement of 24 needles, the original box and an instruction leaflet (which may be a copy where the original leaflet was not available).  You will also receive a back issue of Australian Smocking & Embroidery so you will have project inspiration! 
• Safe Worldwide Shipping: I pack these machines incredibly securely with plenty of padding in an outer box to protect the original box. All orders are shipped globally with full tracking numbers that I will email to you once posted.

Testimonials

What other people have to say …
Exactly what I have been looking for. Great customer service, would buy from this shop again! ” Cheryl

“Lovely pattern. I’m excited to put it to use. Shipping was fast and item was exactly as described!” Holly
“…the seller went above and beyond… International shipping was faster than most domestic, and I was left super impressed. I highly recommend Sue’s shop :)” Leslie

Want to know how to Change Needles?

Check out my video on YouTube on how to change needles in your Sally Stanley pleater.

Complete Your Heirloom Sewing Workspace