My corners are getting stuck in the machine
#22
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Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Tampa Bay Area, Florida
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In using a single hole plate, yes I have broken a needle by forgetting. After a second time I started putting a small scrap of painters tape by the area on my machine where I change stitches. This reminds me I will need to change the plate first.
#23
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Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: NH
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IMO, Cybrarian gives good advice. I put a note to myself over the button I use to change the stitch width (zigzag) to remind me not to when I use the single hole needle plate. Looks odd when I take it to class, but serves the purpose and have never had mishaps when I've used it. (My husband calls these types of things "Memory Aids", which I seem to need more of lately!)
#24
This method is two fold... solves your current problem and you will be working on a second quilt at the same time. You will also enjoy Bonnie's site, much to learn there.
Here is an article by Bonnie Hunter on using leaders and enders:
http://quiltville.blogspot.com/2005/...-and-hows.html
http://quiltville.blogspot.com/2005/...-and-hows.html
#28
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Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Woburn, MA
Posts: 711
I use a leader (scrap of fabric) to start with, that will definitely help. Also, you should change your plate to a single hole that way you will have less of a chance for the fabric to be pulled down. Good luck.
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