Sewing Machine Keeps Breaking Needles?My sewing machine needs adjustment but I don't know how and I can't afford to take it to a repair shop. The needle keeps hitting and breaking or bending really bad on the feed dog. Does anyone know how and what to adjust so the needle is in time with the feed plate.
Putting My Sewing Machine Back Together?The needle wasn't coming up, after going down into the bobbin area, so I removed the lid off the bobbin area and took out the pieces in there. Now I can't figure out how to put (the 3 pieces) back in. It's the bobbin holder, the thing that goes in, and an outer ring.
Sewing Machine Keeps Jamming?My sewing machine keeps jamming, down in the bobbin area. It won't sew even an inch. I look and see extra thread jammed down there by the bobbin, and have to yank it all out and start over, but it keeps jamming.
Jammed Drive Wheel on a Kenmore Ultra-Stitch 12?My drive wheel on my Kenmore ultra 12 stitch has jammed. I can not turn the wheel anymore than a quarter or a turn. What would cause this to happen? How do I fix it so the sewing machine will sew again?
Trouble With A Sewing Machine?I was trying to fix a sluggish and squeaky sewing machine. I somehow managed to make it worse. The problem is the big wheel on the right hand side doesn't catch and therefore will spin and not move the "works" up and down like it is supposed to. The belt is on and I have cleaned and oiled every moving part I can find. Any ideas? It is a Simplicity Classic.
What Is A Balance Bar On A Serger?I would like to know if anyone can tell me what a balance bar is on a serger sewing machine? The thing is skipping stitches bad and no matter what I sew it still skips. I have cleaned it, changed needles, checked tensions, rethreaded,etc but it is still skipping.
Sewing Machine Needles Gumming Up?How can I keep my sewing machine needle from gumming up when using sew-in computer printer fabric?
Adjusting Sewing Machine Feed Dogs?The feed dogs on my sewing machine won't stay up and I wonder how to adjust them?
Installing Needle Threader on Home Sewing Machine SX2122?I need instructions on how to install a needle threader on the New Home Sewing Machine model SX2122. It is the type you pull down. I just got a new one but no instructions came with it. Please help.
Baby Lock Running Sluggishly?I have a Baby Lock that is sluggish. It barely moves when I try to turn the wheel. How can I fix it?
Embroidery Stitch Doesn't Work on Singer Model #6268?I have a Singer Sewing #6268 that sews beautiful until I put the embroidery attachment on it, then it won't pick up the top stitches to do the embroidery pattern. Can anybody help me with this problem?
Adjusting Sewing Machine Tension?I have a problem with my sewing machines. I have 2 different brands, different ages, but the same problem with both so I'm sure it's me and not the machine.
Reverse Button on Sewing Machine Stuck?The button that you press in to make the machine sew backwards is stuck. How do I fix this problem without taking the machine apart?
Thumb Screw on Kenmore Sewing Machine Won't Loosen?I need help with a Sears Kenmore 156-18031. I am unable to remove the mechanism that attaches the feet. As I try to remove the thumb screw, it becomes tighter. If I turn the other way, it it becomes tighter, too.
Adjusting the Tension on a Serger Sewing Machine?I have a Babyloc Imagine serger that needs a bit of adjustment. The overlock is folding over the fabric and the tension is too tight. Does anyone know how to adjust the tension on this serger? I have tried everything and hate bringing it to a center; they charge so much.
Repairing a Good Housekeeper Sewing Machine?I have an old Good Housekeeper sewing machine that needs some repair. Where are some locations in my area? It was given to me. Thank you.
Rewiring an Older Sewing Machine?My sewing machine is so old that the wires are showing the copper threads (can see them from the motor). Is it possible that it can be rewired or else, what? I love that Goodhousekeeper machine and feel bad about throwing it away. Its serial number is JA23 LG33.
Bobbin Isn't Picking Up Top Thread?My sewing machine needle keeps hitting something and my bobbin will not loop at the bottom.
Reassembling the Tension Adjustment Mechanism on Kenmore Sewing Machine?I have Kenmore sewing machine model 1217. As I was cleaning the entire machine, taking pieces apart and putting back together, I ran into some trouble on the tension parts. I unscrewed the front screw too much and most of the pieces popped off.
Changing a Bobbin Winder Spindle Gasket?How do I change the winder gasket? I got my sewing machine apart and need to change the gasket that is on the post of the bobbin holder (winder).
Repairing a Singer Sewing Machine That Skips Stitches?I have a Singer model 6268 from 1986, it sews a perfect straight stitch, but skips on all others. What could cause this?
Adjusting the Tension on a Janome Sewing Machine?I have a Janome 423s. The bobbin thread runs along the bottom of the material. What is causing this? I have tried fixing it but with no luck.
Pressure Foot on Sewing Machine Does Not Work?I have a Pfaff sewing machine. When I try to put the pressure foot down it stays up. I can push it down with my fingers, but when I try to sew there is no pressure holding the material; it moves.
Sewing Machine Needle Not Catching Bobbin Thread?Does anyone know anything about sewing machines? The bobbin thread isn't being picked up by the needle. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong, but it was working fine. It is possible, not sure, but the needle doesn't seem to be going down as far as it should.
Bobbin Getting Tangled?My sewing machine was working fine until I took the plate off to clean out the dust and stuff underneath it. When I put everything back on and turned my machine back on and started to sew the bobbin started pulling and jamming.
How Do I Wind a Top Load Bobbin on a Singer Model 630?I just got a old 1968 Singer model 630 with an odd top load bobbin. I can't figure out how to fill it?
Sewing Machine is Wadding Up Thread Under Fabric?My Singer sewing machine model 6286 is wadding up the thread under the bottom of the fabric. The machine is threaded properly. What is causing this?
Replacement Parts for a Good Housekeeper Sewing Machine?I have a Good Housekeeper model 7200 sewing machine that needs a bobbin case, bobbins, and needles. I searched the web and could not find a source of these parts. Please help.
Sewing Machine Needle Jammed?My sewing machine was a gift and has no manual. I just got it back from the shop after having full maintenance done and the needle is jammed. I removed the bobbin and the threads from the needle and it still won't move.
Troubleshooting Sewing Machine Problems?My machine suddenly stopped sewing. It is not picking up bobbin thread. There are no loops under the material. I have re-threaded it 3 times and have cleaned the bobbin area and rechecked the bobbin. I have also changed needle and thread. No luck.
Sewing Machine Repair?I cannot lower the pressure foot on my sewing machine. On closer inspection it looks like the fine tension belt has been broken and one end of it has wrapped itself around the lever used to raise and lower the pressure foot.
Trouble Shooting a Euro-Pro Shark 1733 Sewing Machine?I have a Euro-Pro Shark 1733 sewing machine that I use in my quilt shop. The hand wheel will not turn at all. Has anyone had a sewing machine lock up like this?
Fabric Stuck Under the Needle Plate on Sewing Machine?I am a beginner to sewing.My fabric is stuck underneath the medal needle plate. Should I take it apart? or take it to the store? What should I do?
My Sewing Machine Stopped Working?My Singer sewing machine was sewing just fine, when out of the blue, it seized or froze and it won't sew a bit now. What happened? I've done all the "checks" for needles, proper threading, cleaning, etc. Now what?
Shopping for Sincere's Sewing Machine Service Books?Does anyone know where I can buy the following out of print reference books? I am searching for Sincere's Zig Zag Sewing Machine Service Book and Sincere's Straight Stitch Sewing Machine Service Book. Both are by William Ewers.
Trouble With Sewing Machine After Bending Needle?I have a pretty old Janome sewing machine that was recently handed down to me from my mother. While making a purse the needle bent. I removed the needle and replaced it, but now it keeps unthreading when I sew and is making a not so nice noise.
How Do I Put the Bobbin Case Back into a Phaff 4260 Machine?I need help, to put bobbin case back in a Phaff 4260 sewing machine fast, please. Or can anyone tell me where to get free manual for machine?
Sewing Problem With Loose Thread Under the Fabric?I have an industrial straight stitch only, machine by Reliable and the Model is MSK 8550 M. I am having problems with the thread going into bunches and sewing very loosely. I checked the manual, but there is no Trouble Shooting section.
Thread Keeps Breaking on Sewing Machine and Needle Stops Working?Why does my sewing machine keep snapping the needle thread? It is good quality thread, the machine is threaded correctly, and the tension is correct. Also, for no apparent reason, the needle function will suddenly seize up and foot pedal won't move it. I have to turn it manually.
Refurbishing the Black Finish on a Vintage...What can be put on the black Singer machine head to bring back some color that was lost over the years?
JMB Sewing Machine Won't Stitch?My JMB sewing machine is not stitching. What could be wrong?
Embroidery Machine Will Not Pick Up Bottom Thread?I changed the needle, rethreaded top and bottom, and used the proper thread. For some reason the bobbin case does not move enough for the needle to catch the thread. It stopped picking up the thread in the middle of an embroidery job and has not worked since.
Winding the Bobbin on a Singer Touch-tronic 2005?I have just come into a Singer Touch-tronic 2005 and cannot fill the bobbin. Can you help?
Material Bunching Up in Sewing Machine Feed Plate?I am having problems with my sewing machine. As soon as I start to sew a seam, the material gets crammed into the feed plate and bunches up.
Redoing the Lettering on an Antique Sewing Machine?My husband and I have been refurbishing my great grandmother's Singer sewing machine. We used soap and water to clean the machine itself and the gold lettering came off.
Shopping for a Belt for a Singer Treadle Sewing Machine?My grandmother used to have a Singer sewing machine. She used it a lot. Now that the rope was broken (the rope that connects the treadle to the machine itself), it does not operate. Where do I get a new rope or if possible, how do I make one?
Shopping for a Belt for a Ruby Treadle Sewing Machine?I have a 1895 Ruby treadle sewing machine. I do not know what belt size?
Thread Keeps Getting Tangled in Bobbin Casing?I have a top loading Singer heavy duty 4411. I got it today and it worked fine for a while, then for some reason it would jam. When I managed to get the fabric out, I saw that string from the top had gotten tangled in the bobbin casing.
Adjusting the Timing on a Sewing Machine?How do I fix the timing on my sewing machine? It's a Brother PE150. Sorry I don't have a photo.
Sewing Machine Presser Foot Came Apart?I have a 30 year old Kenmore sewing machine. I was changing the presser foot and about 3 pieces, screw and all fell off and I cannot seem to get it back together. About a year ago it had a tune up and it worked fine. My book doesn't seem to explain how to get it back together. Any suggestions?
Using Upholstery Thread in a Bobbin?Can you use upholstery thread in the bobbin? I did and the underside of material is loopy. I tried adjusting the tension, but it didn't get any better. I have a Brother sewing machine, model XL-3022.
Singer Treadle Sewing Machine Stopped Working?I have a Singer treadle sewing machine that worked a straight stitch pretty well when I got it. Now it won't sew at all and the thread keeps bunching under the fabric. It's acting like it's doing a zig zag stitch instead of sewing a straight stitch.
Repairing a Jammed Sewing Machine?My Singer Esteem sewing machine has a jam in it. I can't lower the needle enough to catch the bobbin thread. Before I take it to a repair shop, does anyone know what the problem could be?
Jammed Sewing Machine?My Singer Esteem sewing machine has a jam in it. I can't lower the needle enough to catch the bobbin thread. Before I take it to a repair shop, does anyone know what the problem could be.
Necchi Sewing Machine Stuck in Reverse?My sewing machine is stuck in reverse. All I did was change the stitch width and type and now I can't get it to go forward. Any suggestions?
Sewing Machine Top Thread Keeps Breaking?I have a Janome sewing machine. It is so frustrating, the machine sews fine for approximately 3-4 inches and then the top thread breaks. I have cleaned the bobbin and changed the thread. I tried changing the tension on the top and this was in vain.
Sewing Machine Starts Sewing When Turned On?When I turn my machine on it just starts to sew and will not stop until I turn it off. Can this be fixed by me or do I need to take it to a repair man? I have been sewing for 60 yrs., and this has never happened before.
Embroidery Machine Not Picking Up Bobbin Thread?I just got a new to me/used Brother embroidery machine. When I took it out it was just fine, but after a few tines of embroidering with it, now I can't get it to pick up the bottom thread. Can someone tell me what I am doing wrong?
Shopping for Good Housekeeper Sewing Machine Feet?Have a 1970 turquoise color Good Housekeeper Deluxe zig zag machine. I have the manual from the original owner. My question is what kind of feet does it take and where do I find the feet for my machine?
Brother Sewing Machine Not Feeding Fabric?The fabric will not move, but I can pull it.
Sewing Machine Needle Jammed?I am not sure, but I think that my needle is jammed and when I press the pedal it just goes errrr. It won't move and the retractor thingy won't make it come up.
Sewing Machine Stuck in Reverse?My Morse sewing machine is stuck in reverse. I tried setting it back to 0, but it's not fixing the problem. Please help. The model is # FA630.
Singer Esteem 1732 Making Loose Stitches?I have a Singer Esteem 1732 and it is not giving the right stitches. The stitches are loose and they don't look normal. My machine was on shelf for three years. I did not use in this 3 years, but it was fine before.
Foot Pedal Connection on Jamome is Smoking?The foot pedal connection to my Janome machine is smoking and over heating. I tried another foot pedal same thing. What could be wrong?
Singer 533 Doesn't Work After Cleaning?I took it apart for cleaning and oiling and after putting it back together I've had a series of problems and I don't know what's wrong! I think I put parts of it together wrong.
Repairing a Kenmore Sewing Machine Model 158.13201?I have been using my great-grandmother's sewing machine for years, and it is just now giving me a problem. When I begin sewing by pushing the foot pedal, it will sometimes start and it will sometimes not.
Setting the Timing on a Sewing Machine?I have a Brother CS-6000i computer sewing machine and it won't feed the bobbin thread up for the needle to catch it. I am thinking that it's out of time.
Repair Shop for Singer Sewing Machine in Toronto?I got an old Singer 630 and since the bobbin was not moving I opened it for underneath. I discovered that 2 gears are destroyed. I tried and got one out, but the left horizontal one (as you look the machine from underneath) I cannot take out!
Singer 630 Sewing Machine Foot Pedal Problem?I got a Singer 630 and when I sew and press just once on the pedal, the needle continues to move up and down for at least 3 times. The pedal does not seem to respond immediately. Is this normal?
Overlock Stitches Too Tight?When I overlock, I find the threads from the left and right needles are tight. It makes the fabric raise up in between the line of stitches and makes the fabric gathered slightly, it doesn't sit flat as it should be. Can you please let me know what am I doing wrong? Kind regards.
Sewing Machine Jammed?I have just acquired a sewing machine the make is a JMB, it's all threaded up etc., but the needle won't go all the way down and it just freezes and makes a buzzing sound. The tension is on 3, but I have tried it on other numbers and still nothing. Has anyone got any tips I should try? x
Removing Foot Pedal from Inside Wall of Singer Sewing Machine Cabinet #48?I have a 1939, 201 Singer machine head housed in a #48 cabinet. There is a knee control lever that when pressed hits what appears to also be a foot pedal. If I'm correct I would like to dismount it from the inside of the cabinet, but I can't quite figure out how it comes off, or if it comes off.
Sewing Machine Not Catching Bobbin Thread?I've been at this machine for a couple of days now and finally decided to go online for help. It's a Singer 252 Fashion Mate. My problem is that the needle picks up the bobbin thread when I put a new bobbin in, that is, it brings the bobbin thread up, but that's it.
Fabric Stops Feeding While Sewing?I have a 1976 Sears Kenmore sewing machine. It has always worked great! I have recently been having a problem with the fabric feeding. I will be sewing for a considerable amount of time and all of a sudden it will stop feeding the fabric as I am sewing.
Sewing Machine Needle Not Working?My machine was not moving so I opened it to check the problem. After putting it back in place, the needle goes very deep into the machine and it cannot move. What went wrong? I do not know which part is supposed to go where.
Bobbin Trouble and Tension Problems?Help! My machine was working fine till I had to refill a bobbin. Now my top thread makes loops around the bottom thread, but the bottom thread just stays straight. When I stop sewing I can pull the bottom thread straight out of my stitches. How do I fix this?
Sewing Machine Only Stitches in Reverse?I have a old Viking Husqvarna 6000 series. It doesn't stitch going forward, it goes the other way, like backwards.
Setting the Timing on a Memory Craft 3000 Sewing Machine?How do you time a Memory Craft 3000 sewing machine?
Sewing Machine Not Making Stitches?I have a Singer Simple sewing machine and it worked fine. Now when I try to sew, the needle will go into the material, but the thread does not stay.
Kenmore Sewing Machine Needle Won't Move?I have a vintage Kenmore sewing machine model 1431 in awesome condition. The sewing foot does not move up and down. I opened the top and the belts are in fine and move. I can't even move the hand wheel. it's like frozen.
Sewing Machine Feeding Fabric in Wrong Direction?I have a Singer Futura CE-200 and it jammed and since then it has been sewing in the wrong direction (fabric feeds towards me not away from me) if that makes sense.
Sewing Machine Upper Thread Tension Not Working?My Viking, model 400, upper thread tension is not working. I didn't notice until I tried using a free motion quilting foot and lowered the feed dogs.
Replacement Foot Speed Control for John Lewis Sewing Machine?As part of my therapy for wellness recovery, I've been advised to start sewing again. I was fortunate to have a John Lewis jl150 sewing machine given to me some years ago.
Sewing Machine Not Working Properly?I am trying to use my mums Toyota sewing machine to fix my trousers, but when I push the pedal the needle does not move. However, when I turn the handle thingy at the end of the machine the needle moves.
Adjusting the Bottom Tension on Brother Sewing Machine?I have a Brother XL 3022 sewing machine. The tension on the bottom is loopy. Someone mentioned bobbin tension, but I don't know where on the machine it is.
Sewing Machine Slow and Not Feeding Fabric?My sewing machine was totally jammed. I took it apart and gave it a clean and oiled it, but it's not feeding through properly and going slowly.
Rose Viking Sewing Machine Foot Control?Can the cord on the foot control be changed on a Rose Viking sewing machine?
Kenmore Ultra Stitch 10 Won't Sew?I am half way through a quilt and the needle just stopped sewing. The foot pedal still works and the belt is still intact and the hand wheel and clutch knob still turn, but the needle just won't move.
Jones Rushby Sewing Machine Needles?Does any one know what size sewing needles I need for a Jones Rushby hand crank sewing machine 1920; serial# 268238 is the number on the machine?
Repairing a Singer Sewing Machine model 6104?I have a Singer sewing machine, model 6104. I can't sew. I have changed the needle, re-threaded a thousand times, changed thread, and turned the bobbin around. I think I fixed the timing.
Sewing Machine Seized Up?I have a 20U industrial sewing machine and it has seized up. The motor turns over. There is no thread on the fly wheel. It is clean in the bobbin area. I took off the top and side and can not see any problem there. Any ideas?
Singer Sewing Machine Presser Foot Stuck Up?The presser foot is stuck in the up position. The lever will go up and down, but the presser foot does not go down unless I push on it manually.
Sewing Machine Not Stitching?I have a Morse zig zag 4100 sewing machine. It has thread on the spool and the bobbin, but it doesn't make a stitch.
Sewing Machine Thread Breaking?The upper thread breaks frequently. Why?
Top Thread Won's Stay Threaded Through Needle?I have a Singer Simple sewing machine. When I start sewing with it the top thread won't stay threaded through the needle. I just got it about two weeks ago and it was sewing fine, but now I cannot get the thread to stay.
Top Thread is Not Picking Up Bobbin Thread?The bobbin thread isn't coming up to the top, when I turn the wheel manually. I used a new spool of thread and rewound a new bobbin and it still isn't working. What should I do?
Sewing Machine Stopped Working After Rotating Wheel Backwards?I rotated my sewing machine wheel in the wrong direction. It stopped functioning. What do I do?
Bobbin or Bobbin Case Not Working or Jammed?My friend has a Singer 1030 Creative Fashion sewing machine and the bobbin or case isn't moving at all?
Can't Set Stitch Length or Use Reverse on Sewing Machine?I have a Kenmore model 21 sewing machine. Setting stitch length doesn't work right and it does not go in reverse. After it sits for a while you can not push the reverse button in.
Sewing Machine Stopped Working When I Replaced Bobbin?I tried to change my bobbin to use a different coloured thread, but now it's stopped working. As soon as I try to sew the machine stops as the material gets all caught up. Please help!
Adjusting Tension on Sewing Machine?My sewing machine won't sew and the loop from the spool is coming through the material, but the cotton from the reel is just threading through the loop without making a stitch. Also the cotton from the reel is very tight. What should I do?
Bobbin Thread Will Not Catch?I have a Singer 5523 with a drop in bobbin. I have changed both threads, the needle, changed the bobbin out, checked for dust and lint and changed the tension, and did everything in the manual troubleshooting section.
