Originally Posted by
ptquilts
as I mentioned in another thread, when the top thread pulls out as I start (machine) sewing, because I did not make sure the needle was at the top. You would think after 50+ years of sewing I would know better.
Yes, yes, yes! I had not thought of that, but oh how I grumble when that happens. Why can't I just give the thread a small tug to leave a thread long enough to not pull out of the needle?