Just found your video. There's a tip for using bobbins for top threads: I always put them into a cup and let the thread running along the threading path for all machines I am using, i.e. serger, coverstitch, and regular (household) sewing machines. For bobbins as top thread I never use the spooling pin, since I realized the thread doesn't unroll evenly as the bobbins sometimes sticks to the spool pin. If I put the bobbin into a cup or glass, the bobbin moves freely and the thread comes of evenly and so are the stitches.
Great video! While I've been sewing for years and knew about this, I love how easy you made it for others. The slow-motion on the detail of the needle working, etc. was terrific. You were made to teach! God bless.
Wow I’ve been sewing for 1/2 a century I didn’t realize the twin needle works for knit hem finishing. I thought it was only for top stitching. I will be using that on my next t-shirt make over. A tip to keep the threads from tangling is to thread the second thread on the right of the tension disk divider.
The twin needle is great for knits. I have a knit blouse that I made that still needs to be hemmed. However on this one I’m going to give the wide twin needle ago. The first time I used the twin needle I stared at the shirt for a week and was in awe at how great it made the hems look. Great tutorial!
You can also get bobbin washers for the bottom of the bobbin you’re using for your second top thread if adjusting the upper tension still isn’t working to reduce tension properly. Both my Brother machines and my Singer came with them. It’s like a flat white Teflon/slick plastic washer, less than 1/16” thick, that helps the bobbin or spool spin more smoothly on the pin. Some machines have them to put in the bottom of the lower bobbin case as well-same function.
A twin needle can also be used to create pintucks. Increase the tension slightly so the two rows pull together. A pintuck presser foot helps too but it will work with a regular foot.
What a wonderful woman you are. I have been sewing for a lifetime and didn’t know about twin needles. Mind you I haven’t tried it yet😂 But I will this weekend. It’s freezing here in the UK so I’ve got plenty of time to try it out. 😊
Thanks for the tutorial on sewing with a twin needle. With your help, I, too, can now sew using the twin needle method. Bunches and bunches of thank you!!!
Wow, you are amazing. I can officially confirm that this is possible on the baby lock joy genuine collection machine. I used a plastic bobbin instead of the plastic thing because my machine did not come with that accessory. It works great, I just have to buy a wider twin needle. Also, I had to increase my length and tension. Yay!
Thank you, you're a genius. I think I've watched 10 tutorials to try find which stitch setting to use for a twin needle, and you're also the first person to say check the plate😅👏👏
So glad (sorry) you had those problems! I was about to give up trying to make a twin needle hem. Good to know I’m not the only one with issues! Finding the perfect tension for projects can be so time consuming.
this is fantastic information- thank you so much! My Brother came with a twin needle and extra spool pin but I never tried to use them before- you have inspired me! Excellent video!!
This was so helpful to know I can do this in my machine. I couldn’t find the info for my machine so this is so helpful. Just bought a twin stretch needle so I can fix the hems on my T-shirts. Thanks!
I have sewed for over 50 years and have never used a twin needle. I am working with a knit and thought it's time. I was not sure what to do with that R needle. NOW I know. My project tomorrow Thanks you
I have had a lot of issues with twin needles. My sewing machine can have twin needle but for some reason there is no introduction about them in the manual. Using twin needle has been very stressful but maybe now I could try again with these tips. I really like to so stretching materials so twin needling is a must and I would really like to master it. Thanks for this tutorial! :)
I was thinking about you earlier on today, about when you said your going to teach us how to use a twin needle on one of your previous diy sweater tutorials. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge & creative ideas. I love it!!!
I definitely learned something NEW! I thought this was a look we were going for on the good side of the fabric. I have been running garments through the machine twice to get the look. I never knew it had a function to keep the hem stretchy.
Thank you, thank you, thank you!! I'm always scared of trying new things in the sewing machine, especially with my mom (the actual owner of said machine) looking at me like I'm about to blow up the whole house, hehe. Your video helped me, not only to clearly understand how to use the twin needle, but also to approach it calmly. Had a few bumps, no problem, just thread again and success!! I'm making a couple t-shirts for my sister and brother-in-law's anniversary, hope they like them. Tnx again.
This is bizzar because just yesterday I was thinking in buying one myself on amazon and only today I see this video. Now I really am going to buy one 😝
I use bobbins on an old 1960's machine I have. I keep a round piece of felt with a hole in the center on the spindle 1st, then the bobbin to make it flow freely. Also check your plastic bobbin to see if their is a slit or ruff spot on it that is catching the thread preventing it from flowing freely.
You can put your second thread in a cup behind the machine and feed from there. The thread will move freely. There are also spool holders you can buy if you do it often.
Girlfriend! This is right on time for me. Tonight I'm starting SEVERAL t-shirt makeovers for Kwanzaa. Bless you. I'm in my "zone" now with this valuable piece of info. Thank you very much!
Really enjoying your energy and videos. Some machines have a hole at the top of the machine that actually holds the extra spool pin. So you can put a spool or bobbin on it.
Very interesting-- you're using a straight stitch on this? I thought with a twin needle you had to do a zigzag (and I can't even tell you where I got that information:-)).
Thank you so much 😩 I was looking for a video that straight up said watch stitch setting to use because everyone went straight to installing and threading but never explained stitch length and setting.
Did you ever announce the winners of the mini sewing machines yet from your give away? Or the time for the drawing has not happened yet? This twin needle tutorial is going to be helpful for anyone that going to use this gadget. Thanks for sharing and blessing to you and all in the days to come
Hello Angelina I am a huge fan of this movement and your processes❤ I need to understand how does the bobbin thread get threaded with the twin needle ? Am I doing something wrong
Fantastic video! 😃 ❤️❤️ The tips you gave were tremendously helpful, and I appreciate you sharing the results of your testing, and after doing the video on the cut-out hoodie where you used it. I'd like to think I'd read the manual on my Singer HD machine before threading the machine, but if I'm being completely honest....yeah, probably not. I think I may have used twin needles back during the stone age 😂 when I was first learning to sew, but I'm not sure I ever understood the utility of them. I also had no idea an extra-wide twin needle was A Thing - that's what I'll definitely use whenever I pull some knits out to sew. I hope you and your family are continuing to stay safe during this upended holiday season, and will look forward to your next video!
Thank you so much! Worked like a charm! Do you have a TH-cam on sewing fleece and microfiber with this machine? Can’t seem to find the right combination of needle and settings.
Thank youuuu 🤗 this was so helpful. I have one twin needle I found it in my sewing kit and I didn't know how to use it or if my sewing machine can use it. I was particularly confused about the bottom part I was thinking the machine needs too bobins 🤣🤣 silly me. I'm a beginer, I'm learning, your video is very useful. I can't wait to try this. Thanks again, you are great 😊
I love your video! I used to use a twin needle when I was doing French heirloom sewing on Temple dresses and baby blessing gowns... And, it's been about 15 years since I've used it, but it seems that if you adjust the tension to pull the underside thread tighter, that it's how you achieve pin tucks. I know I used a twin needle for pintucks, I just don't remember what I did to make them. Is there a twin needle that's got a narrower space in between the needles? Because that might be the other way that I achieved the pintucks. I learned this method from Martha Pullen sewing. And it worked wonders! But like I said, it's been a long time! I'm sure it would be easy enough to research it. Thanks again for the video, I have subscribed and I'm going to share it with my daughters!❤
I have finally built up enough confidence to actually get a sewing machine. My mother was a wonderful seamstress, same with my grandmother. My grandmother I had to help back out the needle out of her finger twice. I actually owned her singer, it stays in its place. I’m so afraid of that machine. TH-cam has open up a world of wonder to me. I actually think I have enough confidence with all the videos that are out here that I could possibly sew. 🤞🏼😅
I am grateful for this video. I am still struggling with using this needle. I have a Singer Heavy Duty. I am playing with my dials and still have some tunneling. (It is either tunneling or breaking.) I am on my 4th twin needle after making 2 trips 40 mins away, one way. 😭 I am determined to get this. Has anyone had any luck using this type of machine? Basic foot, knit foot and walking foot did not assist the process.
Finally! Someone talks about the different plate for the twin needle... Thank you. So, would a "single needle machine" accommodate a double plate? And thank you so much!! 👏
You’d have to look up one specific for your machine. I know you can order them for some machines, but I’m not sure if that’s always the case especially if the machine is vintage.
@BlueprintDIY actually, I don't even have a machine yet. Just making sure to know what to buy. Thinking of a basic Singer "heavy duty..." Again, thank you so much
Try an empty bobbin on the cotton reel spike underneath a full bobbin so that it is on a narrower part of the cotton reel spike so that it spins more freely
Whenever I use a double needle the threads start twisting together above the needles. Does this happen to you? It’s maddening because I want it to work! ⭐️ you answered my question! ❤️❤️
Just found your video. There's a tip for using bobbins for top threads: I always put them into a cup and let the thread running along the threading path for all machines I am using, i.e. serger, coverstitch, and regular (household) sewing machines. For bobbins as top thread I never use the spooling pin, since I realized the thread doesn't unroll evenly as the bobbins sometimes sticks to the spool pin. If I put the bobbin into a cup or glass, the bobbin moves freely and the thread comes of evenly and so are the stitches.
All the sewing shows I have watched in my life has never addresses this. Game changer!
Great video! While I've been sewing for years and knew about this, I love how easy you made it for others. The slow-motion on the detail of the needle working, etc. was terrific. You were made to teach! God bless.
Thanks so much! 🙏🏾 My family of teachers would be proud to hear that. 😄
Glad u explained about the hole in the middle versus the slot in the middle
I was truly wondering on how to use the twin needle on my sewing machine. You’re the best! Thank you so much for this
Wow I’ve been sewing for 1/2 a century I didn’t realize the twin needle works for knit hem finishing. I thought it was only for top stitching. I will be using that on my next t-shirt make over. A tip to keep the threads from tangling is to thread the second thread on the right of the tension disk divider.
Snap!
The twin needle is great for knits. I have a knit blouse that I made that still needs to be hemmed. However on this one I’m going to give the wide twin needle ago. The first time I used the twin needle I stared at the shirt for a week and was in awe at how great it made the hems look. Great tutorial!
I'm mad I'm just finding out about them. 😆
You can also get bobbin washers for the bottom of the bobbin you’re using for your second top thread if adjusting the upper tension still isn’t working to reduce tension properly. Both my Brother machines and my Singer came with them. It’s like a flat white Teflon/slick plastic washer, less than 1/16” thick, that helps the bobbin or spool spin more smoothly on the pin. Some machines have them to put in the bottom of the lower bobbin case as well-same function.
You are a jewel, excellent video. I've been sewing for several years and never used my twin needle. This has truly sparked my interest. Thank you!
I just bought a twin needle and didn't really know what to do, and so I appreciate your video! Helped me a lot in figuring things out. 😊
I am so glad it was helpful! 😊
A twin needle can also be used to create pintucks. Increase the tension slightly so the two rows pull together. A pintuck presser foot helps too but it will work with a regular foot.
Great tip! Thanks so much!! 👍🏽
What a wonderful woman you are. I have been sewing for a lifetime and didn’t know about twin needles. Mind you I haven’t tried it yet😂 But I will this weekend. It’s freezing here in the UK so I’ve got plenty of time to try it out. 😊
Yayyy, I’m so glad to help! Stay warm 💕
Thanks for the tutorial on sewing with a twin needle. With your help, I, too, can now sew using the twin needle method. Bunches and bunches of thank you!!!
Wow, you are amazing. I can officially confirm that this is possible on the baby lock joy genuine collection machine. I used a plastic bobbin instead of the plastic thing because my machine did not come with that accessory. It works great, I just have to buy a wider twin needle. Also, I had to increase my length and tension. Yay!
i used to think twin needles were just decorative, now watching you, it takes twin needles into a whole new way, i did not know about this, before,
Thank you, you're a genius. I think I've watched 10 tutorials to try find which stitch setting to use for a twin needle, and you're also the first person to say check the plate😅👏👏
Yayyy! I'm so glad it was helpful! 😁
So glad (sorry) you had those problems! I was about to give up trying to make a twin needle hem. Good to know I’m not the only one with issues! Finding the perfect tension for projects can be so time consuming.
For sure! More time than I'd like sometimes. 😆
thank you! i saw other videos on yt, none which suggested the bobbin threader and way more complicated . this works perfect!
Glad it helped!
My mom just got herself the same Brother brand sewing machine like yours and she can’t wait to use the double needles. Thanks for this video
this is fantastic information- thank you so much! My Brother came with a twin needle and extra spool pin but I never tried to use them before- you have inspired me! Excellent video!!
Yayyy!
This was so helpful to know I can do this in my machine. I couldn’t find the info for my machine so this is so helpful. Just bought a twin stretch needle so I can fix the hems on my T-shirts. Thanks!
Thank you for explaining this so clearly and in plain language!
I have sewed for over 50 years and have never used a twin needle. I am working with a knit and thought it's time. I was not sure what to do with that R needle. NOW I know. My project tomorrow Thanks you
Twin needles are SO useful for knit fabrics! Thank you for this how-to tutorial!
Best video on how to thread and use twin needles.
I also like using a separate spool stand. It even put the thread on a cup behind the machine
I have had a lot of issues with twin needles. My sewing machine can have twin needle but for some reason there is no introduction about them in the manual. Using twin needle has been very stressful but maybe now I could try again with these tips. I really like to so stretching materials so twin needling is a must and I would really like to master it. Thanks for this tutorial! :)
I was thinking about you earlier on today, about when you said your going to teach us how to use a twin needle on one of your previous diy sweater tutorials. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge & creative ideas. I love it!!!
Yes, I tried to get this one out as soon as I could because it was so excited about learning about this!
Great video. I am about to give this a try on my machine. Your threading suggestion was well appreciated.
I definitely learned something NEW! I thought this was a look we were going for on the good side of the fabric. I have been running garments through the machine twice to get the look. I never knew it had a function to keep the hem stretchy.
Yes, I always did that too all the while thinking that there must be a better way. 😆
Loved the troubleshooting tips! Brilliant - thank you.
Oooo... Imma get me some double needles 🤗 my sewing machine has the slit in the plate. You're such a wonderful teacher.
Thank you 🥰
Thank you, thank you, thank you!! I'm always scared of trying new things in the sewing machine, especially with my mom (the actual owner of said machine) looking at me like I'm about to blow up the whole house, hehe. Your video helped me, not only to clearly understand how to use the twin needle, but also to approach it calmly. Had a few bumps, no problem, just thread again and success!!
I'm making a couple t-shirts for my sister and brother-in-law's anniversary, hope they like them. Tnx again.
Yayyy, I’m so glad! 🙌🏾
Thank you never used a twin needle. Did not know how to use it. Video helps. Thank you.
I am so HAPPY I found your video. THANKS
Yes I’ve always love that options.....especially sewing knits
This is wonderful! A video helps me see how straightforward this can be! I'm excited to find a twin needle online and test this out!
Yes, I thought it was going to be more difficult before I tried it, but it's super easy.
You can buy twin needles at Joanne and even Walmart
This video was super helpful! I realized I was threading it wrong while trying to do pintucks. Thank you so much for sharing. Love your energy.
Thank you 💕
I’m now going to have to go look at my sewing machine Ty for sharing
This is my first viewing of a video with you. I so adore you!!!! TYVM for the Twin Needle Lesson
Thanks so much 💕
This is bizzar because just yesterday I was thinking in buying one myself on amazon and only today I see this video. Now I really am going to buy one 😝
I use bobbins on an old 1960's machine I have. I keep a round piece of felt with a hole in the center on the spindle 1st, then the bobbin to make it flow freely. Also check your plastic bobbin to see if their is a slit or ruff spot on it that is catching the thread preventing it from flowing freely.
Great tips! Thank you!! 😊
You can put your second thread in a cup behind the machine and feed from there. The thread will move freely. There are also spool holders you can buy if you do it often.
@@A347baker I
have done both. I prefer the bobbins
THANK YOU! Your demonstration and tips were a great help to me.
Thank you so much for such a clear explanation! You're a great teacher!
Hi,do u use wooly nylon for stretchy fabric
Great Advice Angela going to order the extra spool pin. Love the double needle it gives your garment a decorative and polish look.
Thanks for Uploading.
Thank you!❤ Love from Melbourne Australia
Thanks for sharin, newbie here in the sewing world ❤️
I am so happy that my machine can do this because I mainly wear t-shirts
Girlfriend! This is right on time for me. Tonight I'm starting SEVERAL t-shirt makeovers for Kwanzaa. Bless you. I'm in my "zone" now with this valuable piece of info. Thank you very much!
Yayyy! I'm so glad!! 😁
Awesome. Thank you!
Really enjoying your energy and videos. Some machines have a hole at the top of the machine that actually holds the extra spool pin. So you can put a spool or bobbin on it.
Thanks for the info on what can go wrong. Some of my two needle stitching came out ok, some didn't. Now feel better able to have another go :)
Very interesting-- you're using a straight stitch on this? I thought with a twin needle you had to do a zigzag (and I can't even tell you where I got that information:-)).
No, you’ll break your needles because the needle plate hole isn’t wide enough.
Thank you 🙏🏻 for the video! I watched two other tutorials and none of them tell you what to do with the bobbin !
This was super helpful thank you
Hello. Can you give us the specifics to the double needle you used? Brand? Size? Thank you.
Here’s what I’m using. amzn.to/3J4eWKs
erm, sorry a newbie question. Do I need to back-stitch with a double needle?
Thank you.
Thank you so much 😩 I was looking for a video that straight up said watch stitch setting to use because everyone went straight to installing and threading but never explained stitch length and setting.
Thanks so much. I kept popping the thread with the double needle. I put them both under the thread holder. Now things work better.
Yayyy! I'm so glad!! 💕
tyvm! I was not aware
Thank you for this video! I had no idea how useful a twin needle could be!
Yes, it's a game changer!
Your video was very useful. Thank you!
Thank you for doing this wonderful video God bless you
Did you ever announce the winners of the mini sewing machines yet from your give away? Or the time for the drawing has not happened yet? This twin needle tutorial is going to be helpful for anyone that going to use this gadget. Thanks for sharing and blessing to you and all in the days to come
Omg, thank you! I was hesitant to try the twin needle for so long, just because I was scared to maintain it.
It's super easy. 👍🏽
Hello Angelina I am a huge fan of this movement and your processes❤ I need to understand how does the bobbin thread get threaded with the twin needle ? Am I doing something wrong
Fantastic video! 😃 ❤️❤️
The tips you gave were tremendously helpful, and I appreciate you sharing the results of your testing, and after doing the video on the cut-out hoodie where you used it. I'd like to think I'd read the manual on my Singer HD machine before threading the machine, but if I'm being completely honest....yeah, probably not.
I think I may have used twin needles back during the stone age 😂 when I was first learning to sew, but I'm not sure I ever understood the utility of them. I also had no idea an extra-wide twin needle was A Thing - that's what I'll definitely use whenever I pull some knits out to sew.
I hope you and your family are continuing to stay safe during this upended holiday season, and will look forward to your next video!
Thanks so much!! 💕😁 I'm so glad it was helpful. Happy holidays to you as well! 🤗
Thank you so much! Worked like a charm!
Do you have a TH-cam on sewing fleece and microfiber with this machine? Can’t seem to find the right combination of needle and settings.
I hope when I sew on the polyester it will work for me. Thank you MaryMoore
Super helpful video!!!!!!!
Yayyy, I'm so glad!
Thank youuuu 🤗 this was so helpful. I have one twin needle I found it in my sewing kit and I didn't know how to use it or if my sewing machine can use it. I was particularly confused about the bottom part I was thinking the machine needs too bobins 🤣🤣 silly me. I'm a beginer, I'm learning, your video is very useful. I can't wait to try this. Thanks again, you are great 😊
I love your video! I used to use a twin needle when I was doing French heirloom sewing on Temple dresses and baby blessing gowns... And, it's been about 15 years since I've used it, but it seems that if you adjust the tension to pull the underside thread tighter, that it's how you achieve pin tucks. I know I used a twin needle for pintucks, I just don't remember what I did to make them. Is there a twin needle that's got a narrower space in between the needles? Because that might be the other way that I achieved the pintucks. I learned this method from Martha Pullen sewing. And it worked wonders! But like I said, it's been a long time! I'm sure it would be easy enough to research it. Thanks again for the video, I have subscribed and I'm going to share it with my daughters!❤
This is a game changer. Can't wait to try this myself. Thank you. 😁
Yayyy! I'm so glad!! 😁
Thanks! Very helpful
Love this video and love your shirt
Thank you 💕
I have finally built up enough confidence to actually get a sewing machine. My mother was a wonderful seamstress, same with my grandmother. My grandmother I had to help back out the needle out of her finger twice. I actually owned her singer, it stays in its place. I’m so afraid of that machine.
TH-cam has open up a world of wonder to me. I actually think I have enough confidence with all the videos that are out here that I could possibly sew. 🤞🏼😅
Go for it! I'm rooting for you! 👍🏽
@@BlueprintDIY thanks love. Awwww hits me in the feels. Especially over the holidays. My mum and mini talking from the other side of life. Thanks 🙏🏻
What would be the best for sewing a three-quarter inch knit elastic on a jersey knit pajama waste? Stitch, thread, and needle?
Thank you for sharing this with us!
Thanks for the great tip; had no idea I could a twin needle!
I am grateful for this video. I am still struggling with using this needle. I have a Singer Heavy Duty. I am playing with my dials and still have some tunneling. (It is either tunneling or breaking.) I am on my 4th twin needle after making 2 trips 40 mins away, one way. 😭 I am determined to get this. Has anyone had any luck using this type of machine? Basic foot, knit foot and walking foot did not assist the process.
Thannkyouu so much, this was much needed i bought twin needle but didn't know how to use it❤️❤️
Yayyy! I'm so glad it was helpful! 😁
Finally! Someone talks about the different plate for the twin needle...
Thank you.
So, would a "single needle machine" accommodate a double plate?
And thank you so much!! 👏
You’d have to look up one specific for your machine. I know you can order them for some machines, but I’m not sure if that’s always the case especially if the machine is vintage.
@BlueprintDIY actually, I don't even have a machine yet. Just making sure to know what to buy. Thinking of a basic Singer "heavy duty..."
Again, thank you so much
Thank you. Now I know I have the tool to merge my T-shirts
Great video thank you ❤
I'm excited about this information I would like to buy one
You are so awesome with turning old jeans into something amazing. Can you upcycle some jeans into a cool Cape or poncho.
How do you drop the feed dogs and to use on what
Great advice
You are the best. Thanks for this tutorial, I'll definitely be trying twin needles 😊❤
Yayyy! I'm so glad!! 😁
Thank you for this! God bless and stay safe! ❤️
Very informative! Thank you!
Enjoyed learning from this video! Thanks for sharing 💚
Try an empty bobbin on the cotton reel spike underneath a full bobbin so that it is on a narrower part of the cotton reel spike so that it spins more freely
...and thank you so much! 👏
Whenever I use a double needle the threads start twisting together above the needles. Does this happen to you? It’s maddening because I want it to work!
⭐️ you answered my question! ❤️❤️
Can you use the double needle on other type of material?
Did you tie off in the beginning since it’s not recommended to backstitch with twin needle