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Old 08-26-2015, 04:06 AM
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miriam
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Originally Posted by HelenAnn
I start and end my sewing with a small square or any shape of fabric. i call it a spider. Not only does it eliminate thread jams it also collects loose thread.
I just chain stitch. The spider goes first then the project or quilt pieces clip the spider and finish with the spider. I clip my work off of the spider leaving the spider in the machine for the next session.
Helenann
My mom has made thread jams even with the 'spider' I think she is lifting the pressure foot and with the thread down it can be enough to make a mess... she is a master at thread jamming.
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