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| Miss Bee Haven |
Posted - Dec 24 2009 : 3:56:49 PM
Has anyone heard of the name 'Ruby' on old sewing machines? I bought one last week. It's in an oak cabinet with drawers on both sides and still has the little porcelain pulls on all the drawers. It's a treadle machine. Was 'Ruby' a company? Or a model name? Who made this machine and how old is it? I can't post a pic b/c I'm at home and my internet access is so shaky, I'm surprised if this gets posted. I won't be back at work until Jan. 4th. Thanks for any info anybody has.
Farmgirl Sister #50
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| Miss Bee Haven |
Posted - Jan 01 2010 : 04:45:02 AM
Have you ftried Craigslist, Nancy?
Farmgirl Sister #50
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?"
'Br.Dave Gardner' |
| Red River Hen |
Posted - Dec 31 2009 : 8:57:13 PM
Wow! That is a nice looking machine! I have been looking on ebay for some vintage machines but the shipping is super high as these are soooo heavy! Enjoy that Ruby!
~Count your blessings instead of sheep~ (Bing Crosby) ~Nancy~
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| Toots |
Posted - Dec 30 2009 : 4:52:22 PM
I'm new to this post but had to share with someone, I just bought a treadle today! I am from Canada and it is a Raymond. It runs like a charm, but I can't seem to find a bobbin for it. I think that I am going to have to call old google and ask him for advice. I am so exited and you are the only one my friends that I knew for certain that would be as excited as myself. If anyone knows of this type of treadle, I would also love to hear from you. God Bless you all and Happy New Year! |
| Annika |
Posted - Dec 30 2009 : 3:50:15 PM
I SO want a treadle machine ...gonna go pout now until I have money to burn and can go junkin'! Janice whatever her history , I'm sure she is a lovely thing! Good sewing, m'dear!
Annika
Farmgirl & sister #13
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. ~Leonardo DaVinci
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| miss wilma |
Posted - Dec 30 2009 : 3:21:55 PM
Janice I think we can manage that, my mother in law had two of these they are different to the treadles we use today
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| Miss Bee Haven |
Posted - Dec 30 2009 : 07:42:12 AM
Thanks, Chandra. Now if only Wilma can teach me how to make it work. ;) I'm clearing out a spot for it today while the plumber jackhammers away downstairs. :O
Farmgirl Sister #50
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?"
'Br.Dave Gardner' |
| MasterGardener |
Posted - Dec 30 2009 : 07:37:28 AM
That is a marvel...a serendipitous find if ever there was one!!!
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| Miss Bee Haven |
Posted - Dec 27 2009 : 05:15:34 AM
I sure learned a lot about the history of the sewing machine yesterday, too. I was astounded to read that there were 7 million New Home sewing machines in use by 1937! I wonder how many Singers, etc. there were. And where are they now? It just doesn't seem possible. What happened to all those machines??
Farmgirl Sister #50
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?"
'Br.Dave Gardner' |
| dutchy |
Posted - Dec 26 2009 : 11:59:49 PM
What a beautiful machine!!
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| katmom |
Posted - Dec 26 2009 : 8:21:45 PM
OH Wowzers! I have never seen or heard of a RUBY...what a cool looking machine!
Janice I think you scored big time!
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| cinnamongirl |
Posted - Dec 26 2009 : 8:17:18 PM
Janice glad I could help. I did look at that site also but wasn't sure what you were looking for. I love to go hunting for info. Looks like a great treadle. You will have to post a pic when you get work. I hope you get it running.
http://cinnamongirlsthreads.blogspot.com/ |
| Miss Bee Haven |
Posted - Dec 26 2009 : 06:29:04 AM
Your info is awesome, Carrie! It looks like I can get a copy of an owner's manual. The pic on craigslist is exactly it. And I found another website: http://www.ismacs.net/newhome/the_men_behind_new_home_a_history.html
that has the history of the company(The New Home Sewing Machine Company). This company was formed on my birthday(Jan.25) in 1882 and they began producing the Ruby machine in 1893. I told my dh that I could depend on a farmgirl to get the answer! Thanks is such a small word. But thanks a million times! :)
Farmgirl Sister #50
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?"
'Br.Dave Gardner' |
| cinnamongirl |
Posted - Dec 25 2009 : 9:21:45 PM
http://cgi.ebay.com/Antique-RUBY-Sewing-Machine_W0QQitemZ230406263458QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item35a54892a2
Found you one I woould say it is a series. This is not a treadle.
This site may be of use though http://pages.sewing-machine-manuals.com/173/PictPage/3923156645.html
Found this pic http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/atq/1502142484.html
Your model number should be somewhere begining with an R I will keep looking.
http://cinnamongirlsthreads.blogspot.com/ |
| Miss Bee Haven |
Posted - Dec 25 2009 : 3:39:38 PM
I've tried searching online, Sheila. I just can't find anything at all. I found a Craig's List posting, but when I clicked on it, it was no longer there. The poster said it dated to the 1800's. I was thinking more like 1918 or so.
Farmgirl Sister #50
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?"
'Br.Dave Gardner' |
| pinkroses |
Posted - Dec 25 2009 : 3:36:58 PM
I haven't either
I have my grandmother's
hers is a New Royal.
It is at MIL's at the moment though.
Hope you can find out more about it
Go and Google it or yahoo it. hugs sheila
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| Miss Bee Haven |
Posted - Dec 25 2009 : 3:31:15 PM
Thanks, Alee. And Merry Christmas to you, Doug, Nora and Sage. Please show us pics of Nora's Christmas. :D
Farmgirl Sister #50
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| Alee |
Posted - Dec 25 2009 : 07:48:05 AM
Janice- I haven't ever heard of a Ruby before but I am far from an expert. I'll ask my mom when I see her today.
Alee
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