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02-23-2011, 02:23 PM

#111

Tennessee Suzi

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There is a different Sidewinder that winds all bobbins and even has thread stands to do the cones. This one runs about $99.00. Don't have one but I've been looking

02-23-2011, 02:42 PM

#112

Sandra in Minnesota

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I, too, have pondered the reason for the Sidewinder. Both my machines don't have to be rethreaded.

02-23-2011, 02:49 PM

#113

polly13

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Quote:

Originally Posted by MisDixie

Over 12 hours drive to the service center, so when my Brother decided it didn't want to wind bobbins any more I got a sidewinder. Used it for a few weeks and then forgot the Brother was being fussy and low and behold its winding away again! Go figure!

Perhaps it was just tired and needed a rest like the rest of us.

02-23-2011, 04:09 PM

#114

ann31039

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Location: Phenix City, Alabama

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my old commodore i'm gonna get going again doesn't wind bobbins so i may consider getting one. i read something somewhere where a lady put a heavy weight in the bottom of the case to make it more stable and less vibraty.

02-23-2011, 04:15 PM

#115

pflum1

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Location: Arlington, TX

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I love my sidewinder. I use it to wind different kinds of thread for the serger. I have the EZ winder that has spools and they fit the sidewinder and does a good job.

02-23-2011, 04:26 PM

#116

MillieMoseley

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Location: Oklahoma

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I have one and I love it. I have an older machine and I just hate unthreading it to wind a bobbin.

02-23-2011, 04:39 PM

#117

catmcclure

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Quote:

Originally Posted by sunflower126

No I don't have one and I have too wondered why you would spend $30 for one when your machine can wind them for you. Anxious to see what others have to say.

Well, my MC8000 sometimes is seriously handicapped when I need to wind bobbins. Just screeches at me. I don't have a SideWinder, but I do have a $90 WalMart Brother that I use for winding bobbins and for sewing with my guild when we're making charity quilts. I don't want to lug my computerized machines back and forth and the bobbin winder on that cheapo machine has never faltered.

02-23-2011, 04:41 PM

#118

boosgmom

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I actually won one at a quilt show. I try to keep bobbins full of the most used colors but if I don't have to unthread my machine, it's worth it.

02-23-2011, 04:42 PM

#119

blueheavenfla

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Location: Merritt Island, FL

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I love my sidewinder when I am using my Pfaff as its built in winder is a pain to use...very erratic with thread loose and messy. My Bernina, however, has a GREAT bobbin winder. I tried winding my Pfaff bobbins on my Bernina and that doesn't work, hence the sidewinder when it was on a huge sale. I love it!

02-23-2011, 04:45 PM

#120

stitchofclass2

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Quote:

Originally Posted by quiltlonger

Quote:

Originally Posted by erstan947

I have one and I like it. I don't have to stop and unthread my machine to fill a bobbin. I have a combination emb and sewing machine. While it is running I can fill bobbins. Personal preference.

Ditto plus mine winds to loose and can't get it adjusted on my machine if tight enough winds like a Tpee

Just a thought that has helped me. On my Pfaff 2040, my bobbins were not winding properly or tight enough so I put my finger on top of the bobbin as it turns. It must slow it some and keep it from wobbling. No more problems for me. Hope this helps you.