1911 New Home treadle machine - stitch problem
Hello,
my kids bought a 1911 New Home treadle sewing machine for my birthday. This is a new experience with a vintage machine, one that is that old. The shuttle was lost while transporting home. I found one on Esty. It fits, however, after cleaning and oiling the machine and getting it working, the bobbin thread is not being picked up. Any suggestions as to what might be wrong? I have tried adjusting both top and bobbin tensions. I suspect that is the issue, but am wondering how much "playing with the tension" is needed to get it right. My next attempt is to clean the shuttle by taking off the spring.
thanks for any help
Jeanne