I had this problem sometime until I get into the habit of catching hold of the two threads and sometimes give a gentle pull. Not fool proof but it does help and a cheap solution.

With my BL quilters choice, I have found that the holding the threads work, but I put a piece of paper to start on and this helps, after I rip it off. It is frustrating for sure. I was told by someone that the timing is off when it does that.

[QUOTE=DOTTYMO;6329472]I had this problem sometime until I get into the habit of catching hold of the two threads and sometimes give a gentle pull. Not fool proof but it does help and a cheap solution.[/QU

I agree with the "buy a single hole stitch plate" recommendation. I bought one for my Bernina and it solved the problem so it was worth the expense. Be forewarned, however, that you have to remember it's on the machine when you start to sew something else and decide to use the zigzag or other fancy stitch. I have broken a needle or two cause I forgot to change back to the zigzag stitch plate.

I put a post-it note over the button that changes the stitch patterns when I have the single hole stitch plate on to remind me NOT to zigzag! Or you could use a piece of painters tape for a temporary reminder. (My husband calls this a "memory aid" and I need all I can get! Lol!)