Originally Posted by np3
I have the same problem. And I always use a good thread. I don't recall ever having this problem 15 years age. Maybe just the way they make thread now???
You know, you're right! I hadn't thought about it, but it is way more of a problem than it used to be. I clean my machine regularly with a soft small brush. The sewing machine repairman said lint is your machine's greatest enemy.