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  1. 06-17-2015, 06:01 AM #1
    jennieb
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    help sewing through bulk

    I'm making tote bags for 'Sadie's Dream for a Cure'. The body of the bag, straps, etc. are lined with Pellon fusible fleece to give them stability. My problem is that my machine does not like all the bulk. I've inserted a 'jeans' needle, lengthened the stitch, lessened the tension, but I still get skipped stitches. I'm hoping for suggestions as to what else I can do. I have a Babyloc Quilters Choice machine. I want to help the organization. Check out the website: sadiesdreamforacure.org. Many thanks.
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  2. 06-17-2015, 06:08 AM #2
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    I too have a BL and have the same problem trying to do the MSQC petals design. It is now at the dealer...will be picking it up Thursday...hope it is "fixed".... Because in the meantime am doing the petals on my " old" Viking and it is stitching the bulk perfectly! Go figure!
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  3. 06-17-2015, 06:10 AM #3
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    Are you using your walking foot?
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  4. 06-17-2015, 05:12 PM #4
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    No, but I will try that. Thanks for the suggestion.
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    I think you machine is telling you something. The bulk is too much. Be careful it could get the timing off. If you can find a Singer 301 or any other vintage all metal machine it will sew through the bulk like butter. I keep one just for this purpose.
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  6. 06-17-2015, 05:13 PM #6
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    Yes, those old metal machines are real 'work horses'. I had a Kenmore(with cams).
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  7. 06-17-2015, 09:23 AM #7
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    I have better luck when I use me "jean-a-majig" It props up the back of the presser foot so it's level with the front.

    http://www.joann.com/dritz-jean-a-ma-jig/2719813.html
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    Quote Originally Posted by SuziSew View Post
    I have better luck when I use me "jean-a-majig" It props up the back of the presser foot so it's level with the front.

    http://www.joann.com/dritz-jean-a-ma-jig/2719813.html
    I agree it works great
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    Quote Originally Posted by SuziSew View Post
    I have better luck when I use me "jean-a-majig" It props up the back of the presser foot so it's level with the front.

    http://www.joann.com/dritz-jean-a-ma-jig/2719813.html
    Definitely going to check that out. The reviews are all good too. Thanks
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  10. 06-17-2015, 05:15 PM #10
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    Oh, I will try that. I know I have one in my sewing drawer somewhere. Thanks for the suggestion.
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