Thread/FMQ troubles
#41
Originally Posted by Stitchit123
When this happens to me its either the thread has slipped out of the Take Up Arm or else it came out of the slit in your bobbin case. I usually just re-thread both top and bottom --and the hand book says this happens if your sewing to fast or to slow ?? Hope this helps
#45
I have a Bernina 830 and was having trouble FMQing with metallic thread. They suggested I use a topstitch or embroidery needle #90. It is much better using the larger eye. Also make sure your thread is on a upright thread holder not horizontal. Thread lubricant also helps. Good luck. :D
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I was having the sme problem with varigated thread, and the angels on this quilt board told me to use a needle with a larger eye. I got a metallic needle. Problem soved! I think it's worth a try!! Good luck! :-)
#49
I have had this problem with metalic thread, and I used "Sewer's Aid" it is a liquid in a little bottle you just squeeze a little line down the spool of thread. It seamed to work for me. I had to reapply if I sewed a lot.Hope this works for you.
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I have never tried this bu since you say it happens at the end of the spool, what about rewinding the thread on a cone or larger spool. It might tend to relax the thread a bit.
This is just a wild guess and since you are at the end of the project it might be the "fix". And as you rewind to it thru a dryer sheet. These are certainly unconventional suggestions but might work.
This is just a wild guess and since you are at the end of the project it might be the "fix". And as you rewind to it thru a dryer sheet. These are certainly unconventional suggestions but might work.
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