What is making my thread do this?
#1
What is making my thread do this?
I am sewing minky and flannel and my thread keeps bunching up above the needle as I sew. I have tried different size needles and also ball needles. It keeps doing it.
Suggestions? Maybe the tension...but if so...what would I change it to?
Suggestions? Maybe the tension...but if so...what would I change it to?
#4
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Try a new needle as some times the needle gets damaged and will be a big problem. Make sure you have no lent in your bobbin holder. Mine did that once and it took me a good long time to find a small piece that was near impossible to see but it sure was causing big problems with my stitching.
#5
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Join Date: Nov 2011
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I would try Sewer's Aid (I lubricate the spool with a few lines and touch it to distribute the silicone, then touch the needle eye as well) sometimes I reapply a few times in each project. Also try slowing down, using a new needle (try a larger size), clean the upper thread track with a dollar bill or unwaxed dental floss. A tiny bit of thread or a small burr can cause the thread to shred. Also check bobbin area, clean well, sometimes it takes a piece of fluff. I would also lengthen my stitch (try all on a test sandwich) and see if that helps. Good luck.
#7
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My machine does bad things when I use a certain brand of thread. All other thread works fine.
#9
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Location: Houston, TX
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You didn't say what size thread and needle you are using. The sizes have to work together.
#10
I have tried an 80 and now 90 needle. The tread is Guttermans...i often use Aurfil for quilting but since I am using Minky I though Poly would be better.
You lost me with vertical thread pin and horizontal. What is that?
You lost me with vertical thread pin and horizontal. What is that?
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