Originally Posted by
Stitchnripper
I got a used older model - the PQ1500 Nouvelle. I love it. I use it primarily for FMQ. I did have to experiment with needle sizes and now it it good with any thread. I also have to remember not to be a speed demon because that will break thread on FMQ. I would recommend this machine.
I am struggling getting my tension correct on this machine when FMQ. I have followed setting the feed dogs and the tension on the foot. Still, my stitches are not connecting. I have tried a new needle and still have a problem. When sewing a straight stitch it is fine. What size needle did you use?