IngeMK

Ok, I'm trying to freemotion quilt , I'm using SoFine on the top and Bottomline on the bobbin. Works out ok, Until I speed up a little, then the thread on the top starts shredding. I did a practice piece last week with serger thread and had no problems with it.
this is on a Janome 6600.
Of course I have no Idea what size needle is in :shock: , or what I should use
Any suggestions?

thanks a bunch! :D

sueisallaboutquilts

No but I just love your dog!!! :D
I'm learning FMQ so I thank you for starting this!

katier825

You might want to try a bigger needle. Changing the needle is a common recommendation when the thread shreds.

kathy

both threads are bobbin weight 60 wt, so I don't think it would take much of a needle, what is your fabric? I'm piecing with that machine using batik and have to use a 14 needle to keep from shredding the thread, other fabrics I use a 10 or 12 with this thread. I would say first check your needle size.

earlylace

I just use everyday thread in my janome 2010, no idea my needle size!

np3

Sounds like the needle.

IngeMK

Yes, that's what I'll try next. Just spent some time on the superior thread site. Topstitch is what I guess I'll try next. Of course I don't have any here , soooooooo it's a trip to the fabric store tomorrow

IngeMK

it's just strange to me that the finer thread shredds, and the thicker stuff goes through no problem ???

RevPam

Are you trying to quilt through heavyweight fusible?

bjnicholson

Awwwwww, too baaaaad. I'll bet it's breaking your heart, right! 8->