HELP! I'm going crazy...
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I'm trying to set up my Janome 4800 for machine applique using YLI invisible thread. I am having trouble with the invisible thread being very tight and breaking often. I've tried loosening the top tension and adjusting the pressure dial at 2. Also, each time I sew a 3-4" sample section, I get a line of stitching that looks like the seams that used to be sewed onto pant legs to look like a permanent crease. It is raised and very obvious. I also tried Sulky polyester invisible with even worse results. Can anyone help?
#2
do you have it sitting on your machine spindle? if so try setting on a spindle away from your machine... I haven't tried, but understand that that will help make it more manageable, and consequently stitch quality will improve..... worth a shot.
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Originally Posted by anniec55
do you have it sitting on your machine spindle? if so try setting on a spindle away from your machine... I haven't tried, but understand that that will help make it more manageable, and consequently stitch quality will improve..... worth a shot.
Also I use a smaller needle size than regular quilting. It can be helpful if you are new to invisable to use regular thread in the bobbin.
I had very similiar experiences when I first started using the invisable thread when it first came out... abandoned it for a few years out of total frustration... then experimented and now I use lots and even in the bobbin.
#4
I use YLI invisible thread and they are absolutely right telling you to stand the cone vertically rather than on a horizontal spool. I use a size 60 needle (if the machine has a needle threader, it will not work with a size 60 needle) and loosen the tension little by little until I find the right setting.
#6
Good luck....I've never managed to use this type of thread without wanting to pull every single hair out of my head. But there are many ladies here that use and love it without any problems. Guess I'm just monofilament thread challenged!
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Originally Posted by tristansnana
I'm trying to set up my Janome 4800 for machine applique using YLI invisible thread.
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Originally Posted by tristansnana
I'm trying to set up my Janome 4800 for machine applique using YLI invisible thread. I am having trouble with the invisible thread being very tight and breaking often. I've tried loosening the top tension and adjusting the pressure dial at 2. Also, each time I sew a 3-4" sample section, I get a line of stitching that looks like the seams that used to be sewed onto pant legs to look like a permanent crease. It is raised and very obvious. I also tried Sulky polyester invisible with even worse results. Can anyone help?
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