You have a great technique for getting your point across. I can tell you enjoy helping others and that is the best way for any business to operate. Congratulations and take care.
Since discovering your videos I have tackled 6 different sewing machines with thread "issues". The BEST one was a woman who was going to THROW OUT her machine because she said it was MAJORLY JAMMED and the hand wheel would NOT BUDGE.So, I went there, she only wanted $15 to avoid THROWING it OUT, took it home and in 25 minutes I had a Brother VX-1120 that WORKS LIKE NEW! Some kind of gooey substance was ALL around the bobbin case and had to be PRIED off GENTLY in order to get all the goo off! But now it went from being a $15 possible piece of trash to an Over $100 Value Piece of TREASURE! Your videos gave me that "little push" I needed to get over my fear I would "break it", AGAIN, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!
Another top threading issue, is when you try to thread the machine with the presser foot down. This closes the tension disks making the machine ready to sew, but if the tension disks are closed when you do your threading, the thread misses the tension assembly even though you may have passed it down past there correctly.
Thank you for your video. I just got my machine out again for some living history clothes. Started out fine all of a sudden everything jammed. Cleared out bobbin, then oiled and dusted down around, changed the needle, then I took everything apart to tighten the bobbin cash-out all back together, but still had an issue- but the case didn't rattle around- I pulled the threading out for rereading- which for finally solved the problem, I just couldn't see that the threading jumped out of place.
Thats a good tip to teach us. Been sewing a while probably never threaded while foot down but it could happen. I will teach that one to my newest sewing learner who is doing very well I must say.
First.... let me tell you how incredibly happy I am to have found this video. I have taken my machine apart... cleaned the bobbin housing..which wasn't really that dirty... checked the timing... replaced the needle... and bobbin.. Then I saw this video. OMG the only thing that was wrong was that my thread was not hooked over the thread arm... Wow..
1) Make sure your top thread is threaded with the pressure foot in the UP position. I was never taught this, and I know a lot of people weren't. Realizing this has prevented 90% of my intermittent "birds nest" problems. I didn't know the pressure foot and tension discs work on the same mechanism. Lifting the foot opens up the tension discs so the thread can fit between, putting the foot back down closes the discs. Learning this one simple silly thing has saved so many projects.
I didn't,t know that, great tip 😀going though this nesting problem now, never had this fault in 30, years with my machine a singer, had a clean on it, and in the last 2 years, al, it does is bird nesting,
I adore you to bits you crazy master yoda. i was throwing my fabric against a wall. threaded and rethreaded and adjusted tensiom and nothing helped. loops upon loops i thought this had to be the stupidly thin fabric i was using. But it was the presserfoot down . you beautifull part of humanity saved my butt ❤
Three years of suffering through video after video, all the hardware maintenance videos, and this video is what solved my problem. I've made ten sets of doll clothes. A few pairs of pants. Shorts, and even a blanket in the past week. I'm totally stoked. Thanks Sewing Machine Repair Guy!!! I owe you one (^_^)
My Mom always said "If the problem is on the top, the solution is on the bottom. And if the problem was on the bottom, the solution was on the top" ! It was nothing too come home from school and find her sewing machine scattered on the dining table in hundreds of pieces. And she would have it back together and sewing before my Dad got home.
What if you have this looping issue with the top thread but there's nothing wrong with how it's threaded? Mine keeps getting jammed like the second example.
God bless you! Thanks to you, I found five needle strikes in my bobbin case and fixed the problem. Bless you, now I can resume making masks and sewing quilts.
You nailed the problem I’m having right on the head. You’re a good teacher! You let an audience hear how you troubleshoot, brainstorm, think the problem through. Trial and error to the problem being solved, and shining a light on the mechanics of machine. Cheers.
That helped me so much! I have been sewing for years. However, I stopped after my (Marine)fiancée passed away from drugs 10 years ago. Our son was devastated. I got very sick TWICE from Covid and lost 90 pounds. I don't have the money to buy new clothes, so I am making my jeans and shorts much thinner with a simple straight hem. Sadly, I have to cut off the pockets. I will save a lot of money I don't have . I feel privileged to have my Singer and am always able to fix anything I am taught. DIY is very satisfying. Thank you for this video. ❤
This video saved me a break down. I was working on a project and mid way I ran out of my bobbin. I refilled it and then this happened. I looked it up found this video fixed it and finished the project. Thank you so much!
I've been sewing for 60 years (since I was 10) and am very impressed with the way you handled these issues. You wouldn't happen to be a travelling repairman, would you? There are only two in my city of almost 1 million and neither of them, unfortunately, are very good at what they do. Sign of the times, I suppose. What you did in your video would have cost $150.00 for each issue. Judging from the comments, you've help an awful lot of people with their machines!! Thank you and Take care!!
Thank you for the advice. Was having a big problem like you described. Checked my bobbin case and found a big chip on the side. Replaced the bobbin and problems solved.
Absolutely fabulous instruction on trouble shooting these issues. Easy to follow, both visually and technologically. Answered my questions and my problems. Thank you.
I have had my Sapphire embroidery machine for two years. I had my machine in several times to my repairman with the problem, the pop up window, "rethread top thread," I have done this so much it gets very frustrating. Lots of times my thread will break. or I get the bird nest me, nothing ss. I should take it back to my repair person, after several attempts (while it was on 1 year warranty no results, I use good quality thread, tried several bobbins, several needles, rethreaded several times. I have been sewing for 50 years and have never had a problem that could not be fixed. Any suggestions? Thank you for listening, hope you can help me,
Excellent video, sir! I'm going to give my old Featherweight another try but take the bobbin case holder out this time and check for burrs from needle strikes. I use my Dremel tool to buff out those burrs. First thing I always try is changing the needle and that fixes the issue at least half the time. I use good needles (schmetz) and buy them by the gross. There are no fabric stores within 30 miles of me, so I hate having to stop a project for common supplies. You've done a great job explaining this, and your videography is wonderfully clear and so helpful! THANK YOU!
Hooray!!!! This showed up on my feed and I had exactly this scenario with the fabric being pulled down and jamming. FIXED!! Thank you! My Pfaff thanks you. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😷👍
Hi great to meet you...after years of having real problem with my Sewing machine..I was about to get rid of it and....I accidentally came across one of your videos + I immediatetly had a change of heart...I'm sewing night + day...thanks to you Sir...blessings
Wow! Thank you for this video. I couldn’t find a video for this issue, so I stopped seeing for a bit, I prayed.. and then I ran into this video! The video that showed me exactly what I needed to learn. God always provides. Glory to God! 😃
You just saved me a trip to the repair shop! I had a little rough spot on the bobbin case and was looks like a needle strike on the plate cover. After smoothing both of those spots I am back in business! No more looping or a bundle of thread holding the fabric hostage. THANK YOU!!
Damsel..even if you went as I did, they do not fix the problem. I had the first issue and after teo trips and soending $70 for each tune up (I only spent about $200 for my machine - and this was 15yrs ago) I tossed because I couldn't make it work.
Great video. I didn't know about the needle strikes. I'm not sure I have any plastic on my bobbin case, but if I ever have that rat' s nest problem, I'll be sure to look!I've found that sometimes I need to change the brand, type and/ or needle size, or even the weight or thread content. Also using Bottom Line brand thread for the bobbin is a life changer if you can find it. I liked the comment about getting any lint out of the bobbin case. Can also be a tension setting problem, of course. I have a Janome 6500 and it's like any thoroughbred. Everything has to be just right before the race. I've had it for years and love it. Thank you again for your expertise. I'll be back!!!
God bless you, sir. I started having this problem with my sewing machine for months. It was pretty discouraging whenever I wanted to start on a new project and remembered my sewing machine didn't work. I can´t afford service right now, I'm just working with materials I already own. I share this machine with my mom, too, so you saved us so much money and time and headaches lol. Thank you so much!
Now wait a minute. I went back and watched you thread the machine correctly. I think when you couldn't figure it out, you stopped the video, threaded it incorrectly and said "voila! I have solved the mystery!" This didn't fix my pruned. So i am still having the same bunched I thread underneath.
Now I know why so many people love vintage sewing machines. Metal vs plastic. True, you can have the same thread bunching, but the worst that happens is a broken needle, and fun time digging out the thread. Great 👍 tutorial
I learned to sew on a machine my grandmother had that was powered solely by foot power. I never had a problem like was described in this video while sewing on that machine. However, I did once sew through my left index finger when I was 13. My mom said she was glad I wasn't using an electric machine.
I can’t thank you enough. I got a new machine a few weeks ago, and your instructions saved my life. I did all the steps you showed and it is fixed. Thank you thank you thank you.
Very helpful instructions. I always like learning from people who include Godly teaching. We all need more of that. My you always be blessed and always be a blessing. Thank you.
My machines are all metal and not made in china; but, sometimes still have similar problems. My 328k barfs at me if it sees me approach it with cheap made in china Walmart thread. It will do all the problems shown in your video if I give it crappy Walmart thread! Change to a good thread, and it's happy again and sews great! Also, with plastic I would replace the bobbin case ....
Great instructions and nice to hear the Biblical quote from the Book of Genesis. It's great to hear the Lord getting all the credit as He should. God Bless.
Nice explanation, but in case these arent the solitions, maybe you have the same as me. I was topstitching on an edge wirh quite a few layers of fabric (fly extension or whatever it's called). Turns out the problem was that the presser foot got on an angle, and apparently makes the machine think the presser foot was up or somerhing? (Some blog told me). Just putting something the same height next to my work to level the presser foot solved it. (I wish I'd known this before unpicking 3 times lol)
Hi! Super Thanks for this video! And that trivia 😇 God has used you to create this video and helped us to solve the problem. I tried everything to fix it, and only your advice works perfectly. thank you once again
I have had both of these problems and I did get them fixed but not the right way lol So thanks so much for the easier way of doing it You're awesome ‼️🤗
Are you freaking kidding me! You know how much thread I have wasted plus the fights between me and my machine and all along it was because it fell off the arm. (Acording to the first issue) However I know that hasnt always been the issue but it did solve it this time. Ok back to the video... Great video by the way!
Thanx for the excellent advice, though🧐... I must disagree with God’s first task after creation. He rested. Rest is super hard for highly creative agents. That makes it a Job. 😂
The previous mechanic who did a complete over all servicing of my machine gave me a tip that if we use threads of 2 different companies in the bobbin n above, in most cases there is a mismatch of thread strength and leaads to cutting, knotting, creating nests/clusters below the fabric, uneven stitches etc. Can someone please tell me if this is true?
I love how you cover all the different scenarios of tangled thread but especially how you teach that using different thread colors to determine WHERE to start looking to correct the problem is AWESOME! I will definitely be checking out your other videos!
@@kathyechano9109Could be a couple of issues. First check your bobbin casing area for any dust or fluff particles as anything that finds it sway to wrap around that area will slow it down. Is it slow ALL the time or sometimes? If your motor sounds like it is struggling I would first suggest give the insides of it a thorough vacuum and if you have NOT given it any maintenance for a while a good cleaning and fresh sewing machine oil on all the elbow joints is warranted. Also, if you have NEVER had the gears checked that is a MUST because those gears MUST have a goo fresh coat of synthetic gear grease to allow it to move smoothly. I cant remember if I have a video on machine maintenance and what to look for when your machine starts slowing down. If I do I will send you that link, if I "don't" I am DEFINITELY making one! I always have a new foot pedal (minus the wiring) that I can attach to a machine like that to see if it is just the foot pedal getting old} a lot of times the contacts inside foot pedals loosen over time and all is needed is to open it up and tighten them back down. I will check on that video of mine and get back with you! Thank you for reaching out!
I believe our Singer 530a is locked up. Cleaned 🪥 out, oiled in place of joints... lifted the bobbin and the wheel on the side to help get it started and press on the foot pedal needle will not drop (like it's stuck) at all, it is electric when apply pressure on the foot pedal or leg lever up by the knee for not having to use the foot pedal it still will not budge. Listening for motor sound that you can hear there's energy. Can't figure it out please help- Thank you!
@@Tashvaldez If when pressing the foot or knee pedal lever, needle not moving, the problem could be a couple of things. Make sure that the bobbin winder is NOT ENGAGED. I am assuming that the hand wheel does not move when you are applying pressure to the foot pedal, so it could be that the lug motor belt needs to be replaced. Another problem could be that the "brushes" inside the motor have worn down and you would need to replace them to ensure a complete circuit of electrical contact.
Amazing tutorial Sir. I learned so much and I am teaching my daughter to sew and can teach her how important knowing the mechanism of the machine is to the sewing itself. I have had this happen and did not know how I fixed it, so probably by chance re threaded the machine properly. Thank you very much.
To smooth needle strikes on plastic bobbin cases, use a coin with a smooth edge like a penny or a nickel to press the plastic flat. The rolled/rounded edge of the coin will not cause further damage like a screwdriver or plier can.
You got a subscribe from me on my first video because I'm pretty sure that you just saved me around 6 hours with that "jumping out of the hook" situation! I just rethreaded and everything was perfect! THANK YOU!!
Thank you so much for this video. The whole time I thought the issue was with my bobbin thread and spend around 2 hours troubleshooting that. Turns out it was my top thread. Fixed in about 5 minutes after watching this video.
that was awesome thank you, are there going to be anymore lessons? sure hope you continue that way my sewing machine will be like my car. Get to know it better, thank you. i would like to know more. God bless you for sharing
I really thought this video would fix my issue but unfortunately I’m still skipping stitches and getting knots!😩 thank you for helping everyone - I know extra things to check now, at least!
I had to get some better needles, that German brand worked good. Some brands are a bit too short. You can try loosening needle set screw and pulling needle down a hair at a time. Double check threading of bobbin.
I have a singer smart … My bottom stitch not sewing properly. But it’s not bunching up. I rethreaded, then still the same problem… I read that the presser foot needs to be up while threading … I tried that and it’s sewing both sides the same now lol. Buuuuut I do occasionally get the ripped thread then I rethread and start all over. I don’t see or hear my needle hitting anything. Not sure how to fix that. It’s very annoying along with the bottom stitch not sewing correctly from earlier.
@@Texaschic79915 I know your comment was a year ago, but this might help someone else. You don't say what type or weight thread you are using, but you may need a larger needle or another type needle with a bigger eye. So the thread has enough room inside the eye and isn't shredded by the edges of the eye. Also is your thread new? Old thread, or thread that has sat out in a room with light, dust, and sun light can be weakened and shreds and breaks easier.
I was so close to throwing the sewing machine in the trash. After completely following step by step and about 2 hours, a new needle it is like a miracle. Thank you SO much!!!!!
Thank you so much for this video! I wasted half a day looking at my lower thread; not realizing that my upper thread jumped out of the hoop up top. 😂 This totally save me from going to the sewing repair shop.
thank you so much it was really helpful video even though my problem was there was a lot of lint underneath the bobin case i just cleaned it and problem solved
I've seen for 50 years and never knew why thread get so bunched up underneath, Thanks so much for sharing how to solve the problem. Loved your God story too.
Thanks for the video :) and - Ah ha! You used your left hand to thread the cotton through the machine needle. Although Im right handed and thread hand sewing needles with my right hand, ive always used my left hand to thread the sewing machine needle. It seems much easier for me to use the left hand for the machine and I get it every time with ease. Didnt realise i was doing that until years of sewing. Do other people find it essier to use the left hand for sewing machine needle too?
17:59 "you know I went to a customer's house after I fixed a sewing machine and this is what I saw"...I was thinking a dust, pet hair, food! Lol! Thanks for the video, hoping I will get my mask done.
Thank you so much. I have a much loved 30 yr old Husqvarna Prisma 990 which had a rats nest under the stitch plate. Following your video. We removed a tiny burr from the plastic bobbin case plate and it now is like new again.
I laughed at finding out that in fact my top thread managed to jump out at step 4 (I have a Brother SE-400). I’m sure I thread it correctly because I finished three buttonholes right before the pulling and cracking started. Thank you so much for this informative video. 🤦🏻♀️
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You have a great technique for getting your point across. I can tell you enjoy helping others and that is the best way for any business to operate.
Congratulations and take care.
Thanks!
Thank you so much for your clear demonstration & advice how to fix our sewing machines.I loved the mention you gave to the Lord re Genesis.
Since discovering your videos I have tackled 6 different sewing machines with thread "issues". The BEST one was a woman who was going to THROW OUT her machine because she said it was MAJORLY JAMMED and the hand wheel would NOT BUDGE.So, I went there, she only wanted $15 to avoid THROWING it OUT, took it home and in 25 minutes I had a Brother VX-1120 that WORKS LIKE NEW! Some kind of gooey substance was ALL around the bobbin case and had to be PRIED off GENTLY in order to get all the goo off! But now it went from being a $15 possible piece of trash to an Over $100 Value Piece of TREASURE! Your videos gave me that "little push" I needed to get over my fear I would "break it", AGAIN, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!
Awesome, great job!
Thank you, it's always good to find out something new
i am a visual learner, who taught myself how to sew a few years ago. this was EXACTLY my problem, i didn't know how to describe it. Thank you so much
It is my recurring problem!
Hi just seeing your video my machine is 974 singer brand
Im watching from Jamaica
Your'e a great teacher
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Since youtube I fix and service my own machines and I am 72 years old..thanks youtube
Another top threading issue, is when you try to thread the machine with the presser foot down. This closes the tension disks making the machine ready to sew, but if the tension disks are closed when you do your threading, the thread misses the tension assembly even though you may have passed it down past there correctly.
Great point!
Thank you so much. That's exactly the problem I was having with my machine.
What a excellent helpful point that has really helped me. Thank you so much. x
Thank you for your video. I just got my machine out again for some living history clothes. Started out fine all of a sudden everything jammed. Cleared out bobbin, then oiled and dusted down around, changed the needle, then I took everything apart to tighten the bobbin cash-out all back together, but still had an issue- but the case didn't rattle around- I pulled the threading out for rereading- which for finally solved the problem, I just couldn't see that the threading jumped out of place.
Thats a good tip to teach us. Been sewing a while probably never threaded while foot down but it could happen. I will teach that one to my newest sewing learner who is doing very well I must say.
First.... let me tell you how incredibly happy I am to have found this video. I have taken my machine apart... cleaned the bobbin housing..which wasn't really that dirty... checked the timing... replaced the needle... and bobbin.. Then I saw this video. OMG the only thing that was wrong was that my thread was not hooked over the thread arm... Wow..
1) Make sure your top thread is threaded with the pressure foot in the UP position. I was never taught this, and I know a lot of people weren't. Realizing this has prevented 90% of my intermittent "birds nest" problems.
I didn't know the pressure foot and tension discs work on the same mechanism. Lifting the foot opens up the tension discs so the thread can fit between, putting the foot back down closes the discs. Learning this one simple silly thing has saved so many projects.
I didn't,t know that, great tip 😀going though this nesting problem now, never had this fault in 30, years with my machine a singer, had a clean on it, and in the last 2 years, al, it does is bird nesting,
Thank you! Stumbled upon this, just as I needed it!! 😊
@@fawnleegreene7688 I hope this solved your issue and it's not something more complex like a timing problem.
@@LaOwlett Me, too.
I adore you to bits you crazy master yoda. i was throwing my fabric against a wall. threaded and rethreaded and adjusted tensiom and nothing helped. loops upon loops
i thought this had to be the stupidly thin fabric i was using.
But it was the presserfoot down .
you beautifull part of humanity saved my butt ❤
Three years of suffering through video after video, all the hardware maintenance videos, and this video is what solved my problem. I've made ten sets of doll clothes. A few pairs of pants. Shorts, and even a blanket in the past week. I'm totally stoked. Thanks Sewing Machine Repair Guy!!! I owe you one (^_^)
My Mom always said "If the problem is on the top, the solution is on the bottom. And if the problem was on the bottom, the solution was on the top" ! It was nothing too come home from school and find her sewing machine scattered on the dining table in hundreds of pieces. And she would have it back together and sewing before my Dad got home.
My problem is always the threads collecting under the needle plate :-(
What if you have this looping issue with the top thread but there's nothing wrong with how it's threaded? Mine keeps getting jammed like the second example.
Don't know about yours, but I had to open the machine and dust it out and oil it, including the spring for the tension. Worked fine after that.
@@NaneeH63 I tried that. Cleaned the old oil up and everything. No luck :( I think it was the weight of the thread I was trying to use.
God bless you! Thanks to you, I found five needle strikes in my bobbin case and fixed the problem. Bless you, now I can resume making masks and sewing quilts.
You nailed the problem I’m having right on the head. You’re a good teacher! You let an audience hear how you troubleshoot, brainstorm, think the problem through. Trial and error to the problem being solved, and shining a light on the mechanics of machine. Cheers.
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Thank you man of God from the Bahamas 🇧🇸 just started sewing and trying to teach myself my stitch in back keeps looping
That helped me so much! I have been sewing for years. However, I stopped after my (Marine)fiancée passed away from drugs 10 years ago. Our son was devastated.
I got very sick TWICE from Covid and lost 90 pounds. I don't have the money to buy new clothes, so I am making my jeans and shorts much thinner with a simple straight hem. Sadly, I have to cut off the pockets. I will save a lot of money I don't have . I feel privileged to have my Singer and am always able to fix anything I am taught. DIY is very satisfying. Thank you for this video. ❤
Thanks, my problem was the needle strike, fixed me right up. Thanks!
Who knew God was the first tailor 🙂.
This video saved me a break down. I was working on a project and mid way I ran out of my bobbin. I refilled it and then this happened. I looked it up found this video fixed it and finished the project. Thank you so much!
I've been sewing for 60 years (since I was 10) and am very impressed with the way you handled these issues. You wouldn't happen to be a travelling repairman, would you? There are only two in my city of almost 1 million and neither of them, unfortunately, are very good at what they do. Sign of the times, I suppose. What you did in your video would have cost $150.00 for each issue. Judging from the comments, you've help an awful lot of people with their machines!! Thank you and Take care!!
Thank you for the advice. Was having a big problem like you described. Checked my bobbin case and found a big chip on the side. Replaced the bobbin and problems solved.
Absolutely fabulous instruction on trouble shooting these issues. Easy to follow, both visually and technologically. Answered my questions and my problems. Thank you.
I love your video. I did everything you said and my problem was solve. Thanks much for this step step tutorial.
Thank you so much. I have a new machine that worked properly for about two hours and then this happened. What a great video!! God bless!
I have had my Sapphire embroidery machine for two years. I had my machine in several times to my repairman with the problem, the pop up window, "rethread top thread," I have done this so much it gets very frustrating. Lots of times my thread will break. or I get the bird nest me, nothing ss. I should take it back to my repair person, after several attempts (while it was on 1 year warranty no results, I use good quality thread, tried several bobbins, several needles, rethreaded several times. I have been sewing for 50 years and have never had a problem that could not be fixed. Any suggestions? Thank you for listening, hope you can help me,
Excellent video, sir! I'm going to give my old Featherweight another try but take the bobbin case holder out this time and check for burrs from needle strikes. I use my Dremel tool to buff out those burrs.
First thing I always try is changing the needle and that fixes the issue at least half the time. I use good needles (schmetz) and buy them by the gross. There are no fabric stores within 30 miles of me, so I hate having to stop a project for common supplies.
You've done a great job explaining this, and your videography is wonderfully clear and so helpful! THANK YOU!
Using the phone for up close shots is genius.
yes!!!!!
Hooray!!!! This showed up on my feed and I had exactly this scenario with the fabric being pulled down and jamming. FIXED!! Thank you! My Pfaff thanks you. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😷👍
Hi great to meet you...after years of having real problem with my Sewing machine..I was about to get rid of it and....I accidentally came across one of your videos + I immediatetly had a change of heart...I'm sewing night + day...thanks to you Sir...blessings
Wow! Thank you for this video. I couldn’t find a video for this issue, so I stopped seeing for a bit, I prayed.. and then I ran into this video! The video that showed me exactly what I needed to learn. God always provides. Glory to God! 😃
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Thank you for the reminder on Gods first recorded works💗🧵🪡 our garments🧸💗
You just saved me a trip to the repair shop! I had a little rough spot on the bobbin case and was looks like a needle strike on the plate cover. After smoothing both of those spots I am back in business! No more looping or a bundle of thread holding the fabric hostage. THANK YOU!!
Damsel..even if you went as I did, they do not fix the problem. I had the first issue and after teo trips and soending $70 for each tune up (I only spent about $200 for my machine - and this was 15yrs ago) I tossed because I couldn't make it work.
This was always my problem..........can't wait to check my machine now that I know how to FIX it! Thank you so much!
Great video. I didn't know about the needle strikes. I'm not sure I have any plastic on my bobbin case, but if I ever have that rat' s nest problem, I'll be sure to look!I've found that sometimes I need to change the brand, type and/ or needle size, or even the weight or thread content. Also using Bottom Line brand thread for the bobbin is a life changer if you can find it. I liked the comment about getting any lint out of the bobbin case. Can also be a tension setting problem, of course. I have a Janome 6500 and it's like any thoroughbred. Everything has to be just right before the race. I've had it for years and love it. Thank you again for your expertise. I'll be back!!!
I just got the answer on my problem thanks for sharing how to fix those kind God Bless you more from Hawaii
Im having problem with the lose thread down the fabric and i didn't know it jammed up there until I saw what you did. Thank you. It fixed my machine!
Love your videos. In all my years of sewing I've had every one of these problems (and still do) and your videos help a lot!
God bless you, sir. I started having this problem with my sewing machine for months. It was pretty discouraging whenever I wanted to start on a new project and remembered my sewing machine didn't work. I can´t afford service right now, I'm just working with materials I already own. I share this machine with my mom, too, so you saved us so much money and time and headaches lol. Thank you so much!
Now wait a minute. I went back and watched you thread the machine correctly. I think when you couldn't figure it out, you stopped the video, threaded it incorrectly and said "voila! I have solved the mystery!" This didn't fix my pruned. So i am still having the same bunched I thread underneath.
Now I know why so many people love vintage sewing machines. Metal vs plastic. True, you can have the same thread bunching, but the worst that happens is a broken needle, and fun time digging out the thread. Great 👍 tutorial
I learned to sew on a machine my grandmother had that was powered solely by foot power. I never had a problem like was described in this video while sewing on that machine. However, I did once sew through my left index finger when I was 13. My mom said she was glad I wasn't using an electric machine.
The second issue-back to sewing. Thank you!
Thank you God bless you, I was so sad because my machine didn’t work and now I fixed it.
So what do I do now? I've tried everything you suggested and I'm still getting looping on the underside 😞
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Thank you very much❤ I was losing my mind
I love this video. Having the same problem and I learned so much! Getting ready to try and fix my machine now!
I can’t thank you enough. I got a new machine a few weeks ago, and your instructions saved my life. I did all the steps you showed and it is fixed.
Thank you thank you thank you.
Very helpful instructions. I always like learning from people who include Godly teaching. We all need more of that.
My you always be blessed and always be a blessing.
Thank you.
Finally...an up close look at the realities of sewing, understanding tread tension. THANK YOU!!
My machines are all metal and not made in china; but, sometimes still have similar problems. My 328k barfs at me if it sees me approach it with cheap made in china Walmart thread. It will do all the problems shown in your video if I give it crappy Walmart thread! Change to a good thread, and it's happy again and sews great! Also, with plastic I would replace the bobbin case ....
Great instructions and nice to hear the Biblical quote from the Book of Genesis. It's great to hear the Lord getting all the credit as He should. God Bless.
Nice explanation, but in case these arent the solitions, maybe you have the same as me. I was topstitching on an edge wirh quite a few layers of fabric (fly extension or whatever it's called). Turns out the problem was that the presser foot got on an angle, and apparently makes the machine think the presser foot was up or somerhing? (Some blog told me). Just putting something the same height next to my work to level the presser foot solved it. (I wish I'd known this before unpicking 3 times lol)
Hi! Super Thanks for this video! And that trivia 😇 God has used you to create this video and helped us to solve the problem. I tried everything to fix it, and only your advice works perfectly. thank you once again
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great tips thanks, My sewing was looped threaded so and fixed after I watched your video
I have had both of these problems and I did get them fixed but not the right way lol So thanks so much for the easier way of doing it You're awesome ‼️🤗
Thanks so much for your calm approach. I’m anything but calm when I have problems with my treasured machine...
My main thread keeps breaking what do I need to do for this
I usually just reset the machine
Thank you so so so much!! I was extremely frustrated, and sewing should only be a fun creative endeavor. Thanks again!
Btw, it was my late granny’s machine. I cried when I thought I broke it. I’m almost in tears again now that we can sew together once more 🥰
Are you freaking kidding me! You know how much thread I have wasted plus the fights between me and my machine and all along it was because it fell off the arm. (Acording to the first issue) However I know that hasnt always been the issue but it did solve it this time. Ok back to the video...
Great video by the way!
Thanx for the excellent advice, though🧐... I must disagree with God’s first task after creation. He rested. Rest is super hard for highly creative agents. That makes it a Job. 😂
Thanks so much, fixed my problem. Now I don't need to get a new machine. Just buy a 20 dollar part.
Definitely helpful information for any sewer/machine quilter to know - Thanks!
The previous mechanic who did a complete over all servicing of my machine gave me a tip that if we use threads of 2 different companies in the bobbin n above, in most cases there is a mismatch of thread strength and leaads to cutting, knotting, creating nests/clusters below the fabric, uneven stitches etc. Can someone please tell me if this is true?
I love how you cover all the different scenarios of tangled thread but especially how you teach that using different thread colors to determine WHERE to start looking to correct the problem is AWESOME! I will definitely be checking out your other videos!
My sewing machine cant run fast..very slow..how to fix it.any help?.thank you
@@kathyechano9109Could be a couple of issues. First check your bobbin casing area for any dust or fluff particles as anything that finds it sway to wrap around that area will slow it down. Is it slow ALL the time or sometimes? If your motor sounds like it is struggling I would first suggest give the insides of it a thorough vacuum and if you have NOT given it any maintenance for a while a good cleaning and fresh sewing machine oil on all the elbow joints is warranted. Also, if you have NEVER had the gears checked that is a MUST because those gears MUST have a goo fresh coat of synthetic gear grease to allow it to move smoothly. I cant remember if I have a video on machine maintenance and what to look for when your machine starts slowing down. If I do I will send you that link, if I "don't" I am DEFINITELY making one! I always have a new foot pedal (minus the wiring) that I can attach to a machine like that to see if it is just the foot pedal getting old} a lot of times the contacts inside foot pedals loosen over time and all is needed is to open it up and tighten them back down. I will check on that video of mine and get back with you! Thank you for reaching out!
@@kathyechano9109 See if this helps you out at all - shows how to see if it is the pedal causing slow machine th-cam.com/video/TFyXOdPd2Lo/w-d-xo.html
I believe our Singer 530a is locked up. Cleaned 🪥 out, oiled in place of joints... lifted the bobbin and the wheel on the side to help get it started and press on the foot pedal needle will not drop (like it's stuck) at all, it is electric when apply pressure on the foot pedal or leg lever up by the knee for not having to use the foot pedal it still will not budge.
Listening for motor sound that you can hear there's energy. Can't figure it out please help- Thank you!
@@Tashvaldez If when pressing the foot or knee pedal lever, needle not moving, the problem could be a couple of things. Make sure that the bobbin winder is NOT ENGAGED. I am assuming that the hand wheel does not move when you are applying pressure to the foot pedal, so it could be that the lug motor belt needs to be replaced. Another problem could be that the "brushes" inside the motor have worn down and you would need to replace them to ensure a complete circuit of electrical contact.
sir, can you plz make a video for the same problem of thread looping in singer 1408. I will be grateful to you.
Amazing tutorial Sir. I learned so much and I am teaching my daughter to sew and can teach her how important knowing the mechanism of the machine is to the sewing itself. I have had this happen and did not know how I fixed it, so probably by chance re threaded the machine properly. Thank you very much.
To smooth needle strikes on plastic bobbin cases, use a coin with a smooth edge like a penny or a nickel to press the plastic flat. The rolled/rounded edge of the coin will not cause further damage like a screwdriver or plier can.
After hours of frustration and resigning my self to a trip to the repair shop, this took 10 minutes, including watching the video! Really helpful.
Thanks for your video techniques. It helps me to fixed my machine. Godbless you
You are a Genius! I fixed it thanks to you it didn’t cost me a repair charge! 👍 liked 👍
Great information but I think what took 22 minutes could have taken 10 minutes or less. Hard to sit through 22 minutes.
You got a subscribe from me on my first video because I'm pretty sure that you just saved me around 6 hours with that "jumping out of the hook" situation! I just rethreaded and everything was perfect! THANK YOU!!
My industrial machine"s tension spring keeps getting dislodged.. When I saw the thread simply pulls itself up and out.
Thank you so much for this video. The whole time I thought the issue was with my bobbin thread and spend around 2 hours troubleshooting that. Turns out it was my top thread. Fixed in about 5 minutes after watching this video.
that was awesome thank you, are there going to be anymore lessons? sure hope you continue
that way my sewing machine will be like my car. Get to know it better, thank you. i would like to know more. God bless you for sharing
That was not the problem with mt machine when it was bird nesting...I needed to adjust my tension and change my needle and it solved the problem...
When you ran the machine in reverse my closed caption said "(MUSIC)"
This saved me. I’m a beginner and was like what the heck is happening. Now it makes complete sense. Thank you
Good night thank you very much I am so happy and please with your teaching GOD bless you
I really thought this video would fix my issue but unfortunately I’m still skipping stitches and getting knots!😩 thank you for helping everyone - I know extra things to check now, at least!
I had to get some better needles, that German brand worked good. Some brands are a bit too short. You can try loosening needle set screw and pulling needle down a hair at a time. Double check threading of bobbin.
Your needle bar height might need adjusted. Replace needle first.
I have a singer smart … My bottom stitch not sewing properly. But it’s not bunching up. I rethreaded, then still the same problem… I read that the presser foot needs to be up while threading … I tried that and it’s sewing both sides the same now lol. Buuuuut I do occasionally get the ripped thread then I rethread and start all over. I don’t see or hear my needle hitting anything. Not sure how to fix that. It’s very annoying along with the bottom stitch not sewing correctly from earlier.
@@Texaschic79915 I know your comment was a year ago, but this might help someone else. You don't say what type or weight thread you are using, but you may need a larger needle or another type needle with a bigger eye. So the thread has enough room inside the eye and isn't shredded by the edges of the eye. Also is your thread new? Old thread, or thread that has sat out in a room with light, dust, and sun light can be weakened and shreds and breaks easier.
Wow , great video you just saved me $$$$$$thanks 👍👍👍
I was so close to throwing the sewing machine in the trash. After completely following step by step and about 2 hours, a new needle it is like a miracle. Thank you SO much!!!!!
It is such a pain putting in a new needle but we should change them out after each project ie quilt. If sewing just garments it can go longer.
Thank you so much for this video! I wasted half a day looking at my lower thread; not realizing that my upper thread jumped out of the hoop up top. 😂 This totally save me from going to the sewing repair shop.
😅 it was same my problem
thank you so much
it was really helpful video even though my problem was there was a lot of lint underneath the bobin case i just cleaned it and problem solved
This video was very helpful and taught me a lot.
Thank you so much ...it’s very helpful and useful vedio 👍
I've seen for 50 years and never knew why thread get so bunched up underneath, Thanks so much for sharing how to solve the problem. Loved your God story too.
Thanks for the video :) and - Ah ha! You used your left hand to thread the cotton through the machine needle. Although Im right handed and thread hand sewing needles with my right hand, ive always used my left hand to thread the sewing machine needle. It seems much easier for me to use the left hand for the machine and I get it every time with ease. Didnt realise i was doing that until years of sewing. Do other people find it essier to use the left hand for sewing machine needle too?
17:59 "you know I went to a customer's house after I fixed a sewing machine and this is what I saw"...I was thinking a dust, pet hair, food! Lol! Thanks for the video, hoping I will get my mask done.
My fashion mate singer machine is not hocking spool and Bobbin three together
You didn’t show the correct way to thread the top
I love that the Lord is a tailor! Never thought about that. I guess he’s a tanner as well
Thank you so much. I have a much loved 30 yr old Husqvarna Prisma 990 which had a rats nest under the stitch plate. Following your video. We removed a tiny burr from the plastic bobbin case plate and it now is like new again.
That's exactly how my machine sounds
When there is a problem at the bottom...check the top and when there is a problem on top check the bottom.
He made clothes out of animal skin for Adam and Eve.
Thank you help a lot now a fix may singer machine.i use it again.thanknyou
Thank you Lord have a mercy on you!
Thank you so much..i just started learning sewing n this is the first problem i got
The best part of all was the bible trivia! Thank you for your help, God Bless!
I laughed at finding out that in fact my top thread managed to jump out at step 4 (I have a Brother SE-400). I’m sure I thread it correctly because I finished three buttonholes right before the pulling and cracking started. Thank you so much for this informative video. 🤦🏻♀️
Awesome! Love the Trivia as well !
Thank you
Good morning happy new year God bless you and thank you very much
God bless you 🙏
Thank you soo much for this video. Very helpful