Originally Posted by
cricket_iscute
Joe, the best gloves I've tried are called Machingers. Here is a link:
http://www.dakotacabinquilts.com/cgi...machingersM_LG
There are other gloves that have nubby bumps on them. I always use gloves to machine quilt, and most of the machine quilters I know also do that.
It sounds to me like your feed dogs are dull, dirty, or used up and need to be switched out. It's a fairly simple thing to do. However, many machines have trouble with bumps. In that case, you need a hump jumper. Here's a link:
http://www.homesew.com/n8.html
So for less than $20, you can end your problems!
Now let me ask you a question: My 127 was dead for 40 years when I brought it back from the dead. I still have trouble making a good stitch, tension wise. The stitch is loose. I'd rather get a new head than change the tensioneer, but maybe... Do you have any suggestions?
Thanks for the links, and the info.
I found out what the problem was with my 127. It was the original one piece stamped presser foot. It has short stubby toes and when it hit any raised area the toes would just but up against it and the machine would stop feeding.
I put in a later vintage hinged foot with longer more curved toes and it worked nicely. So that problem is fixed.
As for your tensioner, remove it from the machine, take it completely apart and clean it thoroughly. Make sure the disks are smooth and free of rust or any build up. Polish them if needed.
Reassemble it and adjust it and I'll wager it sews better.
Do the same for the shuttle. Remove that dinky little screw, pull off the spring and clean it inside and out. Reassemble and adjust and it will make a big difference.
Joe