Why does my thread keep tearing?
The upper thread tension could be set too tight. Set the tension to the best thread tension setting or less. Make sure the spool of thread is installed correctly using the correct size spool cap for the size of spool. Check that the bobbin is wound so that it about 80% full and that the thread is evenly wound.
Why does my thread keep jamming my sewing machine?
However certain you are that the problem with the machine is most likely due to a huge tangled mess of thread in the bobbin underneath the fabric, the most common reason for the jamming is usually the lack of sufficient tension in the upper thread.
What thread tension should I use?
So we’ll be talking only about the top thread tension since that’s where you’d usually make the adjustments. The dial settings run from 0 to 9, so 4.5 is generally the ‘default’ position for normal straight-stitch sewing. This should be suitable for most fabrics.
Why is my sewing machine not threading properly?
If you are pulling the fabric to the back of the machine rather than letting the machine feed it through, you risk bending the sewing machine needle which can lead to all kinds of sewing problems. In rare cases, the bobbin can be at fault if it has not been threaded properly.
What should I do if my thread is stuck in my spool?
Check that the upper thread is feeding freely without obstruction (like getting stuck behind the spool cap or getting caught on any rough spots o the thread spool itself). Make sure the bobbin is correctly seated in the bobbin case (bobbin holder), and check that the upper thread tension is not set too tightly.
Why does my bobbin thread keep bunching up?
Most people immediately blame the bobbin but most of the time it has NOTHING to do with the bobbin and you aren’t going to need a repair person to fix the problem! If bobbin thread is smoothly and evenly wound on the bobbin, the bobbin is not the culprit. The looping bobbin thread is usually caused by the upper threading of the sewing machine.
What to do if your thread is shredding?
Make sure the bobbin is correctly seated in the bobbin case (bobbin holder), and check that the upper thread tension is not set too tightly. Thread can shred when you sew if it is old or poor quality.
Why is my embroidery machine not threading properly?
POSSIBLE CAUSE / SOLUTION • The machine is not threaded properly. Re-thread the machine and ensure that the thread is seated in the tension dials securely. • The needle tension is too loose. Tighten the needle tension in ¼ to ½ increments until you are satisfied with the results. PROBLEM
What should I do if my bobbin thread is not working?
After properly threading the bobbin case, tug gently on the bobbin thread. You should feel some resistance, but the thread should move freely. If you do make any adjustments to the screw, do so in small increments to avoid dislodging it entirely. The problem probably has to do with your needle tension.
Why does my upper thread keep breaking while I sew?
The top shank of the needle is rounded with one flat side. The flat side should face toward the back of your sewing machine when you insert it. If you insert your needle the wrong way, it can hit your bobbin case or throat plate and break. Another reason why your thread can break while you sew is a broken or bent take-up spring.
What to do if you Thread Your sewing machine wrong?
Even people who have been sewing for years sometimes thread their sewing machines incorrectly. This is the first thing you should check if your sewing machine keeps unthreading or your stitches do not look right. Unthread your sewing machine and rethread it from the beginning.