I need some advice please :)
03-03-2011, 09:43 AM
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Maybe the combination of the flannel and the thread makes her unhappy. Some machines are particular like that.
Scowlcat, you are mistaken. The Symphonie does not have the IDT, it has the fabric sensing system. (I have the Espire which is basically the same machine and LOVE her)
Scowlcat, you are mistaken. The Symphonie does not have the IDT, it has the fabric sensing system. (I have the Espire which is basically the same machine and LOVE her)
03-03-2011, 10:01 AM
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Originally Posted by scowlkat
If you want to do embroidery, I would take the Ellisimo above any!
Most important of all is the dealer you buy from! Do you feel comfortable with them?
Most important of all is the dealer you buy from! Do you feel comfortable with them?
DH keeps telling me we should buy in NH because it's tax-free. He doesn't get it that you want a *local* dealer to work with.
03-03-2011, 10:19 AM
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Are you bringing up the bobbin thread (through the top) when you begin stitching?
Someone stated above they would only get the Janome Horizon 7700 for regular sewing - it was built more for quilting and has the 11" throat space, FMQs beautifully, and also has a free arm and great "regular" sewing features, so I don't get that...OH, NEVER MIND! I realize now you were wanting embroidery, too. Sorry!
Anyhow, I agree you need to figure out the problem first (but STILL go for the new machine!).
Someone stated above they would only get the Janome Horizon 7700 for regular sewing - it was built more for quilting and has the 11" throat space, FMQs beautifully, and also has a free arm and great "regular" sewing features, so I don't get that...OH, NEVER MIND! I realize now you were wanting embroidery, too. Sorry!
Anyhow, I agree you need to figure out the problem first (but STILL go for the new machine!).
03-03-2011, 10:25 AM
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I think you are having a top thread problem rather than a bobbin issue. Check your threading again, and again. Thread from the top will bird's nest underneath if it is not threaded correctly or tension is off. Use a small test sandwich for trying different settings. Try using a No. 14 needle rather than a top stitch needle. They work best for me for FMQ on my Baby Lock Quilters Pro. Also, are you lowering the foot lever before you sew? Forgetting to do that will cause the top thread to "free wheel" into masses of knots underneath. Good luck!!!
03-03-2011, 01:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Dandish
Are you bringing up the bobbin thread (through the top) when you begin stitching?
Someone stated above they would only get the Janome Horizon 7700 for regular sewing - it was built more for quilting and has the 11" throat space, FMQs beautifully, and also has a free arm and great "regular" sewing features, so I don't get that...OH, NEVER MIND! I realize now you were wanting embroidery, too. Sorry!
Anyhow, I agree you need to figure out the problem first (but STILL go for the new machine!).
Someone stated above they would only get the Janome Horizon 7700 for regular sewing - it was built more for quilting and has the 11" throat space, FMQs beautifully, and also has a free arm and great "regular" sewing features, so I don't get that...OH, NEVER MIND! I realize now you were wanting embroidery, too. Sorry!
Anyhow, I agree you need to figure out the problem first (but STILL go for the new machine!).
I mentioned the Janome Horizon for sewing only (meaning sewing/quilting but no embroidery). If all I wanted was sewing/quilting, that would absolutely be my choice.
Sorry for any confusion.
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