slbram17

Just a suggestion...you might want to take it a dealer for repair. I would think it would be worth to fix a Bernina.

letawellman

While I don't have a Bernina myself, I am happy to hear that the problem seems to be solved!! It's so frustrating for us to have these kinds of problems when we're training ourselves on a "new" machine. Here's hoping that every stitch flows smoothly from now on!!

Barb in Louisiana

Typically, if you have bird's nest on the bottom, it is probably the top threading. I have had it happen because the thread was catching on a notch in spool. Several other times, I though the upper thread was in the tension discs good, but it wasn't. Another time, a small scrap of thread was in the threading area and caused all kinds of mayhem. And, I do agree with everyone else, some machines don't like certain threads. Some don't like certain combinations of thread, needle and material. Batiks have caused me some grief too. Sewing, when going good is so much fun and rewarding, and not worth a darn when things are going bad. I, also, had a problem when I tried to use an "L" bobbin in a machine that only takes Class 15's. So much fun!!!! Good luck with getting yours fixed.

Tippysmom

My Bernina hates Coats & Clark thread, had the same problem as you. Now I only use Gutterman or Mettler and she is very happy.

Jackie Spencer

I would take it and have it serviced. Bernina's are top of the line machines. Yours might not have been serviced in a while, and just need some tlc. I have a Bernina, when I use monofiliment, I don't change anything, tension, needle nothing. I have had my machine over 8 years, sewed on it everyday, and it still sews beautifully!!!

quiltedsunshine

That Bernina 180 is a great machine! If I were your Bernina dealer, I would want you to have a great sewing experience with it every time you sat down to sew. When we get complaints like yours at the store, it's time for a "sit down" with the tech. You need to bring your project to the store and sew on it while the tech is watching, and let them figure it out. It's probably something simple. Those machines are practically indestructable.

When it loops on the bottom, that usually means something isn't right with the upper tension. Or, with rotary hook systems, thread will tangle around the back of the hook and wreak havock with your stitch quality. To find the thread mess, take off the needle plate and look down inside. You can remove the thread with tweezers and a big pin or needle.

The new Kenmores aren't as great as the old Kenmores. Those old Kenmores are jewels! I like to rescue them from the thrift store, service them and sell them. They're worth a second chance.

Good Luck!

lclang

Generally if the mess is on the bottom, it is your upper tension. If you can take off the plate that covers the tension disks, take it off and see if there is thread stuck in the disks. Try different thread, a new needle, Thread the upper tension disks with dental floss and drag it back and forth to see if something sticks like maybe a stray thread. Check all along the way for rough spots. Look over the bobbin section for any rough spots as well. Hope you find out what is causing the problem.

SunlitenSmiles

are you using your right foot on the pedal with your knee bumping the presser foot lifter? If you bump the lifter you will get skipped stitches and bird nests, you could try using your left foot on the pedal or taking off the lifter. Love my Bernina (1630) but it is more of a Diva than my Singer 301A.

Lena1952

Bernina 180's are good machines. I would suggest having it serviced. Cleaning and oiling can work wonders, I know, I service machines:-) Getting used to any new machines takes time and patience. Relax and just practice on scraps until you get to know this machine and I think you'll like it.

red-warrior

I have a fancy machine and never knew the bobbin had to go in a certain way, it wasn't in my book - that solved the noise and ripping out! Hope it works for you!