I bought a treadle sewing machine yesterday. It is beautiful and seems to be in great shape. My mechanic friend when over it, oiled and cleaned it. The only issue is I cannot figure out how to get the upper thread to pick up the bobbin thread. It's a Ruby brand. Has the "long" bobbin and shuttle.
Anyone have this kind? Or hopefully *fingers crossed* a manual? I would be happy to pay for copies and postage if you do. =)
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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
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Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
3557 Posts
Posted - Feb 17 2013 : 6:33:14 PM
Try the needle in different positions mine needs to have the grove to the right. Diana
Connie - Farmgirl #673
Hoosick Falls
NY
USA
2569 Posts
Posted - Mar 23 2013 : 03:43:59 AM
I have 2 treadles and LOVE them! they sew so smoothly! One is an 1889 Singer 27 and the other a 1917 Singer 66. I love imagining where they've been, who's used them.
I also have an 1894 Willcox & Gibbs Treadle which i put a motor on, and it sews perfect! Connie
treadle sewing machine help
Posted - Feb 17 2013 : 6:24:47 PM
