Featherweight needles
03-13-2013, 10:11 AM
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Thread nest on the bottom is usually caused by improper tension or thread path on top.
In my featherweight, I use Singer needles, Organ, and mostly Schmetz. I think Schmetz is the best.
Always start with a thread starter, a small piece of fabric where you take the first four stitches, and then leave that connected, take a stitch on air, and start your seam.
In my featherweight, I use Singer needles, Organ, and mostly Schmetz. I think Schmetz is the best.
Always start with a thread starter, a small piece of fabric where you take the first four stitches, and then leave that connected, take a stitch on air, and start your seam.
03-20-2013, 07:15 PM
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jojo,
Your Singer 99K takes the standard household needle (15x1) just as the Featherweight does.
The Damascus takes a 20x1 needle. The 20x1 is about 4mm longer than the 15x1. The 15x1 will work if you lower the needle down about 4 mm before tightening the needle clamp.
Cathy
Your Singer 99K takes the standard household needle (15x1) just as the Featherweight does.
The Damascus takes a 20x1 needle. The 20x1 is about 4mm longer than the 15x1. The 15x1 will work if you lower the needle down about 4 mm before tightening the needle clamp.
Cathy
Originally Posted by jojo47
Interesting reading these posts, as I have a MW Damascus Grand treadle machine, and a Singer 99K that I'm working on getting into sewing shape. Thank you for the info on the needle sizes!
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