Sewing machine question from newbie
#32
In most machines I have used the bobbin thread comes off the bobbin in the opposite direction from the slot on the bobbin case so that it creates a little resistance. If it feeds off in the same direction that is when you get problems. :)_
#33
Actually pretty exciting i think....a new adventure....just keep on trying, you`ll get it....i`ve been sewing all my life and i still get into problems with my sewing machine....keep asking questions....lots of amazing people on this board...good luck, and have fun!!!
Originally Posted by tedytrser
Yeah I have the manual sat there with it in front of me. I have the thread on the left and run it thru the slicer and the when I draw it up my bobbin thread runs across the top left side of my bobbin. Someone told me my tension might be to tight. Pretty bad a 47 yr old just learning to sew. HOW SAD!!
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Several things. Try inserting the bobbin you orginally took out- it may be the bobbin itself. First and formost unthread everything and clear the bobin area of any lint or threads that maybe causing a jam.
Some machines do better with metal bobbins and other plastic- you have to test and feel. The metal usually seat better and jiggle less due to their weight and smoothness.
Plastic can have tiny nicks that catch and do have a drag to them as the plastic is scratched from turning during use.
If you've tried these and still having trouble take it back to the store if it's new. If not cal Brother and talk to them.
Some machines do better with metal bobbins and other plastic- you have to test and feel. The metal usually seat better and jiggle less due to their weight and smoothness.
Plastic can have tiny nicks that catch and do have a drag to them as the plastic is scratched from turning during use.
If you've tried these and still having trouble take it back to the store if it's new. If not cal Brother and talk to them.
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Originally Posted by tedytrser
Yeah I have the manual sat there with it in front of me. I have the thread on the left and run it thru the slicer and the when I draw it up my bobbin thread runs across the top left side of my bobbin. Someone told me my tension might be to tight. Pretty bad a 47 yr old just learning to sew. HOW SAD!!
#39
Originally Posted by tedytrser
Yeah I have the manual sat there with it in front of me. I have the thread on the left and run it thru the slicer and the when I draw it up my bobbin thread runs across the top left side of my bobbin. Someone told me my tension might be to tight. Pretty bad a 47 yr old just learning to sew. HOW SAD!!
#40
Originally Posted by tedytrser
Yeah I have the manual sat there with it in front of me. I have the thread on the left and run it thru the slicer and the when I draw it up my bobbin thread runs across the top left side of my bobbin. Someone told me my tension might be to tight. Pretty bad a 47 yr old just learning to sew. HOW SAD!!
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