Check if the machine is threaded properly, both into the tension discs and the take-up lever. Re-thread the machine if it doesn’t work. The problem could be caused by your bobbin tension being off.
If your machine has a threaded tension disc, check to make sure that it is not too tight or too loose. You can use a small screwdriver to tighten or loosen it, depending on how tight you want it to be.
Be careful not to over-tighten, as this could damage the threads on the disc.
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Can I teach myself to use a sewing machine?
It won’t turn you into a professional seamstress overnight if you own a sewing machine. If you put in the time, you can become a sewing expert. Or you can teach yourself just enough to accomplish a simple sewing task.
Where do you insert the bobbin after threading?
The bobbin case should be placed in the palm of your hand with the front facing down and the open end facing up. As you drop the bobbin into the case, the thread should be winding in a clockwise direction. The case needs to be inserted with the bobbin. Route the thread through the thin slot opening and secure it in place with a screw.
What is the use of a bobbin?
A bobbin is the part of a sewing machine on which the lower thread is wound. Bobby pins are used in sewing machines to hold the thread in place while sewing. They are made of metal or plastic and are attached to the upper thread with a pin.
What are blue tip needles used for?
The blue tip needles are used for general sewing. They are good for knits and wovens. The larger eye on the needle makes it easier to fit the thread on your fabric. I use these needles to sew up the sleeves of my sweater.
They are very easy to use and I have never had a problem with them. I also use them for sewing up my blouses and dresses. You can find them at most craft stores.
What do the colors mean on Janome needles?
The red tip needle has a normal tip. Is designed to be used for embroidery. It has a blue tip, which is the same color as the fabric it is used on.
What size needle do you use for cotton?
If cotton is used in a lightweight blouse, it is best to use a cotton-specific needle in 80/12 and then finish by hand with cotton thread to ensure a smooth finish. If you are using a silk or silk-blend fabric, you may want to choose a needle size that is slightly larger than the size of your fabric.
For example, if you have a 100% silk fabric and you want it to be as smooth as possible, then you would want a size 10 needle. If the fabric is made up of a mixture of silk and cotton, a smaller size would be a better choice.
How do you know what tension to use when sewing?
The bobbin case should not move if you hold it up by just the thread. If the bobbin case slides down slightly, then the tension on the thread should be correct. If it doesn’t slide down at all, you need to adjust tension. You can do this by tightening or loosening a few turns of a screw.
If you tighten the screw too much, it will cause the case to move up and down, which is not what you want. Instead, tighten it just enough to keep it from moving, but not so much that it’s too tight that you can’t get a good seal.
