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Old 12-27-2009, 05:36 PM
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well yall, i don't know, but i have a janome 6600 also and i use the thread cutter all the time and i've never had the thread come out of the thread take up lever. i just can't imagine why that would happen except maybe the tension is too tight, otherwise, i have no idea.
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Old 12-28-2009, 04:19 AM
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Originally Posted by Ditter43
I have read about the bobbin case. Too bad you can't use the automatic thread cutter when you are using it. I
I haven't read that! I've been using the thread cutter and didn't notice a problem.... hmmmm...
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Old 12-28-2009, 04:30 AM
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I don't have problems with that either..it is just sometimes the thread jumps out..and your right dojo, it is more than likely the tension is to tight..
or too loose ..
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Old 12-28-2009, 01:25 PM
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Originally Posted by watterstide
maybe these will help..
http://www.youtube.com/results?searc...ion+quilt&aq=f

I re-read your post,have you checked your settings for FMQ?
Are you using the foot pedal or the start/stop button only?
when you get "train tracks",i call them eye lashes..your going around the corners to fast, possibly. here is some good info on FMQ'ing

http://tiny.cc/j3XHU

The hints and info you/I receive,on line..i printed them out, and added them to my manual for future reference!
i also have small post it's on my machine, for settings to remember..lol!
in my email program,i have a file just for my 6600.

1.Always wear gloves
2.Play some music that you love..upbeat kind of stuff..to help you get in the "zone"
3.always stipple on a sandwich before you start on the quilt.
4. hey, if a glass of wine relaxes you..have one! lol!
5. Breathe!
6.Walk way from her when your tired or frustrated..it will only get worse,if you continue.
7. after every quilt, clean her,change the needle, and add a drop of oil to the wick.she will reward you with years of joy!
I enjoyed your 7 points. If you think about it the 7 points are very calming, at least 4,5,6.
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Old 12-28-2009, 02:34 PM
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Congrats on your new machine! I love mine and have to admit the only time I have bunched up threads on the bottom was when I fed something into it like the edge of a quilt w/threads:)I'm glad you fixed yours...! Many more quilts to come!:)Skeat
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Old 12-28-2009, 06:26 PM
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Originally Posted by lisalovesquilting
Hi Ditter 43 What a great present! I also have a 6600. There is a bobbin case you can get that is made especially for FMQ. It is great for eliminating train tracks or eyelashes as we say in my "neck of the woods".

:oops: Could you please explain the terms 'train tracks' and 'eyelashes'? I don't do FMQ....yet.
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Old 12-28-2009, 06:33 PM
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Hmmmm.....very interesting. Makes me think that I won't be buying a Janome machine. I really love my Elna and never have a problem with it, guess I'll stick with what I know.
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Old 12-28-2009, 07:07 PM
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Originally Posted by ddrobins1956
Hmmmm.....very interesting. Makes me think that I won't be buying a Janome machine. I really love my Elna and never have a problem with it, guess I'll stick with what I know.
different strokes for different folks, but i have a janome 6600 sewing machine and i've never had a minute's problem with it.
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Old 12-29-2009, 12:25 AM
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Originally Posted by GailG
Originally Posted by lisalovesquilting
Hi Ditter 43 What a great present! I also have a 6600. There is a bobbin case you can get that is made especially for FMQ. It is great for eliminating train tracks or eyelashes as we say in my "neck of the woods".

:oops: Could you please explain the terms 'train tracks' and 'eyelashes'? I don't do FMQ....yet.
When you are FMQ if the tension is too tight or if you go too fast around curves the top thread pulls the bobbin tread up and out so far it looks like eyelashes on the back of the quilt.
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Originally Posted by dojo36
Originally Posted by ddrobins1956
Hmmmm.....very interesting. Makes me think that I won't be buying a Janome machine. I really love my Elna and never have a problem with it, guess I'll stick with what I know.
different strokes for different folks, but i have a janome 6600 sewing machine and i've never had a minute's problem with it.
I agree Dojo:)Guess I should have by now what I have put it thru:)LOL
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