Good Heavens!! I've been sewing for over 50 years and I NEVER knew that the way the thread is wound on the spool dictates if it should be horizontal or vertical with your machine! Head slapping time. Thanks!
Me also. I have an extra thread spool that fits down over the bobbin winder shaft. I think I will use that and see if it runs smoother .I have a Project Runway Innovis 80 and the only thing I dont like about it is filling the bobbin. I have to stand up and look down over it because I cant see to wind that darn thread around the tension disc. Oh well what can you do....Three cheers for Miss Laura
Had no idea about the way the thread is wound. Now my question, what if the machine doesn't have a vertical spool holder, is there a way to still use that kind of thread without breaking needles? Thanks
Thank you Laura for your suggestions! I was about ready to throw out my machine and go get a new one. I went through 4 needles in less than an hour! I appreciate all your tips :)
Never do that and don’t bother taking it to a repair shop until you’ve exhausted all instructional videos. You might get a lemon because as I was told some yrs ago, you have a 50% chance of getting a good/bad machine.
OMG! You made it possible for me to continue sewing. I couldn’t figure out why my needle was breaking and like you said, I had thick fabric with a small needle and didn’t realize that it made a difference. Thank you so much.
I broke 3 needles when I started sewing masks in March because of fabric thickness. A friend told me that I needed to lengthen my stitch and I haven’t broken another needle since.
Thanks Laura, really appreciate all this information, only ever broke 2 needles on my new Bernina, scares the heck out of me every time. Cheers from Australia
This was a very good video, Laura. I work in a sewing shop and I am constantly amazed people who have been sewing for years do not know these (what I think are obvious) things. These are things my mother taught me when she started teaching me to sew when I was 11 (which means I have been sewing for 50 years - please do not do the math😊). 👍
I broke three needles because I heard a straight stitch plate on trying to do a zigzag stitch. Thank you for helping me to see that many times the problem is simply mechanical!
Uff... fortunately i see that this is a common issue with sewing machines. It was my first needle bend and I doubted I wasn't made for sewing. Thank God this video exists to let any doubt of me go 😊
I’m so glad you posted this video. My machine gives me such angst with thread and bobbin problems. After all the money I paid for this machine (over $3k) I was ready to return the machine. I thought Bernina was the cream of the crop and the best I could buy. I loved that it was built by experts in Switzerland. However, my friend owns a $500. Singer and never seems to have any issues.
G'day Dianne, Berninas are beautiful machines. I own 3. But, they are different from other machines. My advice is to re-read the manual and go through the practice exercises. I had been sewing for over 30 years when I got my first Bernina. I learnt a lot by doing those practice exercises. Also, please go back to your dealer, with your machine and get one on one lessons, highlighting your issues. I wish you well and joy with your sewing.
@@karenmcmullan good advice. I wd be upset also. Try another bobbin and needle, sometimes a small burr or rough spot on the needle, bobbin, or even the area around the bobbin can cause a problem. I certainly hope she can follow your advice and gets a little help.
I’m new to sewing and your tips have been so helpful! I’ve had a needle snap on me recently and I had no clue why. I was having a very bad needle day lol. I hate the thread where it gets caught in the stupid notch on the spool. I just have avoided using those spools. I didn’t even think to use my little thingie that Adds the second spool as an upright spool holder thingie. (I’m sure none of that made sense lol). I need to figure out how to use the upright spool thingie. I know it goes on the bobbin threader but that’s all I know haha
Thank you for the tips. Was just given an older sewing machine from my aunt. Very different to my current machine ( more stitches etc) Now to have fun getting used to this one. Lots of spate needles to help practice
All very good things to consider. Even though the needles I’m breaking are in a machine very different from what’s seen in your video, I suspected it would be worth a watch. It’s likely I committed one or more of the mistakes you covered! Here we’re trying to work out the kinks in using the Chinese shoe-mending/ sewing/ cobbler machine. (It has a handful of aliases 😋)
Laura: WOW, I’m surprised, flabbergasted and I’m not sure what else🤪 No seriously I’ve been sewing since ya you know forever!!! I always learn from your information👏👏👏 I like how you share your knowledge as in a teaching moment. Thank You so much Gods Blessings until next time ❤️😀
I too kept breaking brand new needles on my Pfaff when making masks. I had the tension adjusted for 2 layers of fabric instead of 4, and I increased my stitch length a bit. Thanks for the tips!
you mentioned that the spools with large holes can be an issue but not a solution. How do you ensure those spools do not cause an issue for you when using one?
I’m very lucky, I only have a singer 3323 talent, and the only time I broke a needle was hitting a pin that was hidden by the fabric. I never break thread either. I guess the more complicated machine, the more complications can occur.
Sometimes it’s the simple things that people. Us. Thank you very much for this info, I knew quite a lot of it but not about which cotton should sit on which reel.
Basically "Prevention is better than Cure!!!". Many people do not realize that the needle can bend very easily when you tug or pull the string to cut after each sewing. Sometime when the string is a bit taut, you will pull harder and this action will bend the needle slightly and repeatedly, the needle will go out of alignment with the track causing jam and worst still a broken needle. So remember after each sewing action when you need to cut the string, pull it gently using both hands. One to above the needle and the other pulling the slack from the needle hole. Never use one hand to tug from the needle hole. If you don't understand what I mean, trying tugging the string towards you and you can see the needle actually bend slightly. Cheers!
Hi Laura, I think you must have heard me this week as my new needles (from overseas) kept breaking my thread after only a few stitches. It didn't matter which size needle I used on the cotton fabric - the correct or incorrect one - continuously kept breaking my thread- regardless of what thread I used, too. I changed back to my regular needles and no problem. So I don't know why these overseas needles are not working. I would also love to see a tutorial on which size needles to use on which fabric. You explain things so well, I think many would benefit from it. I know I would. I just can't keep it straight in my mind. Thank you, Kathleen
You definitely have to be careful when you order needles from overseas. There are some that come that are really good others are inferior and just don't seem to work. You might have just gotten a pack that are not going to work. I know someone who has had the same problem And we had to throw them away
@@thoughtfullysewn7456 Dont throw them away, Can use for stitching on paper to practice sewing straight, or mschine quilting designs. Just use w/o thread. Can even use larger needle and a basting stitch length or your chouce to make starting holes on edge of fabric for a hand sewn blanket stitch edge with embroidery thread, or a crochet edge, etc.
Thank you. I love all your videos and learn so much. I recently salvaged a Necchi Alco A709-4 machine. It's all metal. The service center had no manual for me. I've broken 2 needles so far. Is there any chance it's supposed to go in sideways rather than flat to the back?
I have made a couple of the things you have made available 😊. you are a great teacher. But, I'm wondering why you haven't made any face masks?? Especially since you are one the easiest people to understand for me. I'm not very experienced and you make everything so easy for me even the vocab.. for sewing. Thanks 😊
I'm so glad you find my videos easy to follow. I did do scrub caps but decided not to do face masks. There are so many great videos and patterns out there
I have a Singer Imperial 7000. It seems like the needle is hitting something below the bobbin and breaking. Also, the machine sound like something is clanking where the bobbin sits. The machine is very noisy in that area.
This just happened to me today. I forgot to change my foot and the needle snapped. Fortunately, I was able to catch the tip before it fell into the machine.
My needle is hitting my bobbin case why is it. I’m out of needles now please suggest a solution. The top thread is also gathering underneath the hoop causing jamming. Most of the problem is the middle threading area around the tension discs how can I fix them?
Hi thanks got you sharing information, I have a question, why my the thread keeps coming out the needle, I use the machine for some basic things for many years, never had this problem, if you can kindly share some information regarding this issue, will be appreciated. Thank for your time!
I am not too sure why this is happening. I always stitch on a small scrap of fabric before and after each piece, I am sewing. This not only will prevent this but always keep your threads nice.
Of course if your bibbin is wound w/o having to remove from the machine, this wont work. I have also used a bendable straw (the type to make drinking easier for kids) on the horizontal spool holder, then bending up the drinking end and using the small spools of thread vertically on this. The straw will be shaped like a capital L, if straw seems too flimsy use a cut pc of a larger straight straw over the bendable straw to increase its strength. Play around with it, it really will work if thread spool isnt too big. Hope these udeas help, snd made sense to you.
Broke 3 needles before i figured out it was the threader path and tension knob that needed adjusting. Had been using 4 for a while without issue, but loosening it to 3 and also making sure there is a distinct tug while the thread is in the path is apparent. After that, we're good... except now I have to replace the dang set of broken needles...lol
1. Thread is knotting 2. Thread is not on properly 3. Notches in the thread spool 4. Other pressure on the thread 5. Incorrect bobbin 6. Large buildup of lint 7. Needle isn't all the way inserted 8. Pressure on the fabric (pushing or pulling) 9. A fine needle with heavy fabric 10. Small bends become big bends (change the needs often)
Laura, thank you for the needle tips, very handy thread info. I love the shape and fit of the top you're wearing; did you make it? If so can we have a tutorial on that please?!?! Thanks Laura!
The thread breakage can be caused by several things. Be sure the Needle size is large enough for the size of thread to slip through easily. You can also loosen the thread tension if it's too tight. And also, as the video says, the position of the thread spoon can make a big difference. If the spool is horizontal when it should be vertical, the thread will twist and that twist will build up and no longer fit through the needle --then it will shred.
Thank You for explaining all this for us. I just bought myself a new machine. Well, I was making a cat bed using an old scrap sheet. ( It is a poly - cotton material.) Anyway, when I folded the material in the shape I wanted it, I saw how there were many layers I needed to sew through. Sooo, I changed my needle to a denim needle. I checked to make sure my stitch width wasn't too wide for the presser foot (regular) I was using, started sewing, got about an inch and a half or two in, and, my needle broke after I heard a loud and dull "ping - like" sound. The stitches I had completed were not "nested" on either side, so, I don't think I had my machine threaded wrong. However, I did notice how the presser foot was "riding" a little high. But, it worked for those couple of inches. Why do you suppose my needle could have broken ? (When I threaded the machine, I did a "see - saw" test to make sure my thread was in the tension guide (?) in the first front - vertical side of the thread guide.) Could the problem have been that, even though it was a soft poly - cotton blend fabric, there were just too many layers for the needle to go through ? And, I'm almost positive the thread didn't get caught on the spool - it may have, though ... I'll be more mindful of the way the thread comes off the spools from now on. (BTW, I bought a Singer Heavy Duty machine.) I appreciate your help and any advice you can give me.
Thank you Laura. Good info. How do you feel about a titanium needle. I’ve heard it’s not a good idea because it could hurt your machine because it’s too strong. That your machine can damage when the needle doesn’t break when maybe in the situation it should break. How that makes sense.
Wonder if Laura cd find out more about this. I have some titanium needles but haven't used one yet. I will wait and see what info becomes available. Thanks to you guys for a heads up.
I just bought an pfaff Air 5000 overlock and my needles keep breaking and I can't figure out why. The needle seems to be the right one for my fabric, and I'm sure the thread is correctly inserted . Does anyone have some tips for me ?
"It is important to change your sewing machine needle often." How often is "often"? I realize it varies because usage varies, but what do you use as a rule-of-thumb? Before/after each project? After X hours of sewing? The third Tuesday after the full moon? Thanks for any hints.
from the sewing classes i've attended i've been told to change the needle after every 8 hours or since that's hard to guestimate some say after every project. Another way i heard was to guestimate the 8 hours on how often you sew. Hope this helps
Hey! I'm from India, I have opted for fashion studies in my high school. My teacher during the online classes asked us to buy a sewing machine, for practice. But they have these machines at school too. Should I buy a machine for practice. Thanks a lot. Big fan!
I have a singer 9960 that was given to me my aunt. She rarely used it. I have attempted to use it twice but the needle keep hitting the medal plate. Why? What am I doing wrong? Thanks?
Interesting about the thread. Most machines, and the few I have only have horizontal spindles. A machine may have an additional spindle, that’s not permanent, mostly used for a double needle. Gosh, so what do you recommend? Buying thread that will go on the horizon spindle? Even the manufacturer booklet shows putting thread on horizontal spindle. :(
SHLM UHaB (peace &love). Tudah Rbah (thank you very much) for your videos. They have been so helpful and I am grateful. When my machine broke, after 30 years or so (my mom bought it for she and me in my 20's and it broke in my 50's), I just now hand stitch and have not looked back. What a delight it has been. I know that on the 2nd world-wide Exodus, (Isaiah 11:11-16), I do not want a bunch of heavy items to take with me, so I asked Yah to help my lighten what I have in my house. Before I leave, let me tell you, the Name of the Creator is Hayah asher Hayah (Exodus 3:13-14). There is a curse to the G-o-d name (Isaiah 65:11-12), but the English Scriptures is a derivative of the Latin Vulgate, and that warning is hid from us. But the Hebrew Scriptures preserved the warning telling us NOT to set a table for G-o-d. Also, any who received the Messiah as their Savior must do the 7 appointed times (Leviticus 23), but no more animal sacrifices, following the crucifixion and Resurrection of the Messiah. We are now of the order of MLK TSDQ. to Whom ABRaHM tithed.
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Good Heavens!! I've been sewing for over 50 years and I NEVER knew that the way the thread is wound on the spool dictates if it should be horizontal or vertical with your machine! Head slapping time. Thanks!
Me also. I have an extra thread spool that fits down over the bobbin winder shaft. I think I will use that and see if it runs smoother .I have a Project Runway Innovis 80 and the only thing I dont like about it is filling the bobbin. I have to stand up and look down over it because I cant see to wind that darn thread around the tension disc. Oh well what can you do....Three cheers for Miss Laura
Me TOO, and I've also been sewing for over 50 years. It amazes me that I learn something new in almost every single one of Laura's videos!
Had no idea about the way the thread is wound. Now my question, what if the machine doesn't have a vertical spool holder, is there a way to still use that kind of thread without breaking needles? Thanks
Thank you Laura for your suggestions! I was about ready to throw out my machine and go get a new one. I went through 4 needles in less than an hour! I appreciate all your tips :)
Never do that and don’t bother taking it to a repair shop until you’ve exhausted all instructional videos. You might get a lemon because as I was told some yrs ago, you have a 50% chance of getting a good/bad machine.
You have a great voice! You have a voice that could narrate children’s books.
OMG! You made it possible for me to continue sewing. I couldn’t figure out why my needle was breaking and like you said, I had thick fabric with a small needle and didn’t realize that it made a difference. Thank you so much.
I broke 3 needles when I started sewing masks in March because of fabric thickness. A friend told me that I needed to lengthen my stitch and I haven’t broken another needle since.
what? what does this mean??
@@phantomsoundmedia3406 ever find out lol
@Phantom Sound Media my broke twice today while sewing a mask and I need to figure it out lol
Oh?!!!!!!
Thanks Laura, really appreciate all this information, only ever broke 2 needles on my new Bernina, scares the heck out of me every time. Cheers from Australia
This was a very good video, Laura. I work in a sewing shop and I am constantly amazed people who have been sewing for years do not know these (what I think are obvious) things. These are things my mother taught me when she started teaching me to sew when I was 11 (which means I have been sewing for 50 years - please do not do the math😊). 👍
I broke three needles because I heard a straight stitch plate on trying to do a zigzag stitch. Thank you for helping me to see that many times the problem is simply mechanical!
Uff... fortunately i see that this is a common issue with sewing machines. It was my first needle bend and I doubted I wasn't made for sewing. Thank God this video exists to let any doubt of me go 😊
I’m so glad you posted this video. My machine gives me such angst with thread and bobbin problems. After all the money I paid for this machine (over $3k) I was ready to return the machine. I thought Bernina was the cream of the crop and the best I could buy. I loved that it was built by experts in Switzerland. However, my friend owns a $500. Singer and never seems to have any issues.
G'day Dianne, Berninas are beautiful machines. I own 3. But, they are different from other machines. My advice is to re-read the manual and go through the practice exercises. I had been sewing for over 30 years when I got my first Bernina. I learnt a lot by doing those practice exercises. Also, please go back to your dealer, with your machine and get one on one lessons, highlighting your issues. I wish you well and joy with your sewing.
@@karenmcmullan good advice. I wd be upset also. Try another bobbin and needle, sometimes a small burr or rough spot on the needle, bobbin, or even the area around the bobbin can cause a problem. I certainly hope she can follow your advice and gets a little help.
I’m new to sewing and your tips have been so helpful! I’ve had a needle snap on me recently and I had no clue why. I was having a very bad needle day lol. I hate the thread where it gets caught in the stupid notch on the spool. I just have avoided using those spools. I didn’t even think to use my little thingie that Adds the second spool as an upright spool holder thingie. (I’m sure none of that made sense lol). I need to figure out how to use the upright spool thingie. I know it goes on the bobbin threader but that’s all I know haha
Can we learn together because I broke 3 needles
Thank you for the tips. Was just given an older sewing machine from my aunt. Very different to my current machine ( more stitches etc) Now to have fun getting used to this one. Lots of spate needles to help practice
All very good things to consider. Even though the needles I’m breaking are in a machine very different from what’s seen in your video, I suspected it would be worth a watch. It’s likely I committed one or more of the mistakes you covered! Here we’re trying to work out the kinks in using the Chinese shoe-mending/ sewing/ cobbler machine. (It has a handful of aliases 😋)
Thank you Laura, that was very helpful. Take care, Mary
This we very informative.
My needle was bending. I was quilting with a quilting foot but not a proper needle.
Thank you, Ms. Laura.
Ha! I think I've broken needles about 10 of these ways! Revealing to me.
Laura: WOW, I’m surprised, flabbergasted and I’m not sure what else🤪 No seriously I’ve been sewing since ya you know forever!!! I always learn from your information👏👏👏 I like how you share your knowledge as in a teaching moment. Thank You so much Gods Blessings until next time ❤️😀
I too kept breaking brand new needles on my Pfaff when making masks. I had the tension adjusted for 2 layers of fabric instead of 4, and I increased my stitch length a bit. Thanks for the tips!
you mentioned that the spools with large holes can be an issue but not a solution. How do you ensure those spools do not cause an issue for you when using one?
I’m very lucky, I only have a singer 3323 talent, and the only time I broke a needle was hitting a pin that was hidden by the fabric. I never break thread either. I guess the more complicated machine, the more complications can occur.
Thank you for this great video. Looks like Theres a million ways to break a needle. No wonder I broke my needle on my first try upholstering
Great tips. I love your channel. Thank you for sharing with us.
I have a question about Stretchy needles and how to sew tee shirt material.
Wow Laura ! thank you for those little tips. A real help. 👏👏😍💕❤️️😘🙏
Sometimes it’s the simple things that people. Us. Thank you very much for this info, I knew quite a lot of it but not about which cotton should sit on which reel.
Something new I've learn about the thread and I never thought the type of thread spins
Basically "Prevention is better than Cure!!!". Many people do not realize that the needle can bend very easily when you tug or pull the string to cut after each sewing. Sometime when the string is a bit taut, you will pull harder and this action will bend the needle slightly and repeatedly, the needle will go out of alignment with the track causing jam and worst still a broken needle. So remember after each sewing action when you need to cut the string, pull it gently using both hands. One to above the needle and the other pulling the slack from the needle hole. Never use one hand to tug from the needle hole. If you don't understand what I mean, trying tugging the string towards you and you can see the needle actually bend slightly. Cheers!
Hi Laura, I think you must have heard me this week as my new needles (from overseas) kept breaking my thread after only a few stitches. It didn't matter which size needle I used on the cotton fabric - the correct or incorrect one - continuously kept breaking my thread- regardless of what thread I used, too. I changed back to my regular needles and no problem.
So I don't know why these overseas needles are not working. I would also love to see a tutorial on which size needles to use on which fabric. You explain things so well, I think many would benefit from it. I know I would. I just can't keep it straight in my mind. Thank you, Kathleen
You definitely have to be careful when you order needles from overseas. There are some that come that are really good others are inferior and just don't seem to work. You might have just gotten a pack that are not going to work. I know someone who has had the same problem And we had to throw them away
@@SewVeryEasyThank you very much for your input. Luckily, I didn't spend alot on them. I'll stick to buying them locally here on,
@@thoughtfullysewn7456 Dont throw them away, Can use for stitching on paper to practice sewing straight, or mschine quilting designs. Just use w/o thread. Can even use larger needle and a basting stitch length or your chouce to make starting holes on edge of fabric for a hand sewn blanket stitch edge with embroidery thread, or a crochet edge, etc.
@@jojosewist8921
Thank you very much for that suggestion. I would have never thought of that. I shall try that. Thank you.
@@grmaakww3639
Thank you. I learned my lesson. I will for now on.
Thank you. I love all your videos and learn so much. I recently salvaged a Necchi Alco A709-4 machine. It's all metal. The service center had no manual for me. I've broken 2 needles so far. Is there any chance it's supposed to go in sideways rather than flat to the back?
2 of my needles broke today gland I had no idea what was happening, I think it might be my spool . Thanks for this video!
Thank you.Will definite watch out for those mistakes.
I have made a couple of the things you have made available 😊. you are a great teacher. But, I'm wondering why you haven't made any face masks?? Especially since you are one the easiest people to understand for me. I'm not very experienced and you make everything so easy for me even the vocab.. for sewing. Thanks 😊
I'm so glad you find my videos easy to follow. I did do scrub caps but decided not to do face masks. There are so many great videos and patterns out there
I have a Singer Imperial 7000. It seems like the needle is hitting something below the bobbin and breaking. Also, the machine sound like something is clanking where the bobbin sits. The machine is very noisy in that area.
This just happened to me today. I forgot to change my foot and the needle snapped. Fortunately, I was able to catch the tip before it fell into the machine.
Thank you so much❤ It all made great sense since you explained it so well and so slowly.
My needle is hitting my bobbin case why is it. I’m out of needles now please suggest a solution. The top thread is also gathering underneath the hoop causing jamming. Most of the problem is the middle threading area around the tension discs how can I fix them?
Thank you Laura for the useful tips you giive us ..i learned alot since i have been watching your videos.thanks again ...Monica Bunting from Malta
Excellent tutorial. Thank you! I learned many new things.
Hi thanks got you sharing information, I have a question, why my the thread keeps coming out the needle, I use the machine for some basic things for many years, never had this problem, if you can kindly share some information regarding this issue, will be appreciated. Thank for your time!
I am not too sure why this is happening. I always stitch on a small scrap of fabric before and after each piece, I am sewing. This not only will prevent this but always keep your threads nice.
@@SewVeryEasy thanks for your time
Thank you for your tips. I also find that cheap needles bend and get stuck in the sewing machine. So I stick to klasse needles they are the best.
Thank you for those tips - all of them were very helpful!
What are recommended ways to convert a horizontal thread holder to a vertical one in order to use both types of threaded spools?
An adapter may be an option. Ask the retailer or customer service for your specific machine.
In a pinch I have stuck short length of a straw on the bobbin winder post and made a temp vertical thread holder that way.
Of course if your bibbin is wound w/o having to remove from the machine, this wont work. I have also used a bendable straw (the type to make drinking easier for kids) on the horizontal spool holder, then bending up the drinking end and using the small spools of thread vertically on this. The straw will be shaped like a capital L, if straw seems too flimsy use a cut pc of a larger straight straw over the bendable straw to increase its strength. Play around with it, it really will work if thread spool isnt too big. Hope these udeas help, snd made sense to you.
JoJo Sewist thank you...I will give it a try .
Broke 3 needles before i figured out it was the threader path and tension knob that needed adjusting. Had been using 4 for a while without issue, but loosening it to 3 and also making sure there is a distinct tug while the thread is in the path is apparent. After that, we're good... except now I have to replace the dang set of broken needles...lol
1. Thread is knotting
2. Thread is not on properly
3. Notches in the thread spool
4. Other pressure on the thread
5. Incorrect bobbin
6. Large buildup of lint
7. Needle isn't all the way inserted
8. Pressure on the fabric (pushing or pulling)
9. A fine needle with heavy fabric
10. Small bends become big bends (change the needs often)
Terrific tips thankyou Laura
Very helpful, thank you for valuable information
You won't believe this but, as I am sewing and listening to your video, yup my needle snapped ...
Another great video. Thank you Laura.
Laura, thank you for the needle tips, very handy thread info. I love the shape and fit of the top you're wearing; did you make it? If so can we have a tutorial on that please?!?! Thanks Laura!
THANK YOU I BREAK A LOT OF NEEDLES
Thank you. All great information!
You are an amazing woman thank you!!👍👍👍👍❤❤❤❤❤👍⭐
@ Noor Jorge - I second that motion! :-)
I’ve never snapped a needle but my thread occasionally snaps
The thread breakage can be caused by several things. Be sure the Needle size is large enough for the size of thread to slip through easily. You can also loosen the thread tension if it's too tight. And also, as the video says, the position of the thread spoon can make a big difference. If the spool is horizontal when it should be vertical, the thread will twist and that twist will build up and no longer fit through the needle --then it will shred.
Great tips Laura
Thankyou Laura.
Struggling with the brotherse600, was trying to embroider onto a sweater. I thought I figured everything out and right then the needle breaks.
Thank you sooooooooooooo much. It happened to me a lot and didn't know why.
Could you do this for sergers- mine broke and in the shop it went.
Super helpful, thanks!
Thank You for explaining all this for us. I just bought myself a new machine. Well, I was making a cat bed using an old scrap sheet. ( It is a poly - cotton material.) Anyway, when I folded the material in the shape I wanted it, I saw how there were many layers I needed to sew through. Sooo, I changed my needle to a denim needle. I checked to make sure my stitch width wasn't too wide for the presser foot (regular) I was using, started sewing, got about an inch and a half or two in, and, my needle broke after I heard a loud and dull "ping - like" sound. The stitches I had completed were not "nested" on either side, so, I don't think I had my machine threaded wrong. However, I did notice how the presser foot was "riding" a little high. But, it worked for those couple of inches. Why do you suppose my needle could have broken ? (When I threaded the machine, I did a "see - saw" test to make sure my thread was in the tension guide (?) in the first front - vertical side of the thread guide.) Could the problem have been that, even though it was a soft poly - cotton blend fabric, there were just too many layers for the needle to go through ? And, I'm almost positive the thread didn't get caught on the spool - it may have, though ... I'll be more mindful of the way the thread comes off the spools from now on. (BTW, I bought a Singer Heavy Duty machine.) I appreciate your help and any advice you can give me.
Thank you so much for the tips. I enjoy watching your videos.
Your hair is beautiful
LIFE SAVER. Thank you!
Ty so much it was very very helpful
Thank you Laura. Good info. How do you feel about a titanium needle. I’ve heard it’s not a good idea because it could hurt your machine because it’s too strong. That your machine can damage when the needle doesn’t break when maybe in the situation it should break. How that makes sense.
I heard the same thing from someone who owns a sewing machine shop. Her tech said it causes some very expensive repairs!
Wonder if Laura cd find out more about this. I have some titanium needles but haven't used one yet. I will wait and see what info becomes available. Thanks to you guys for a heads up.
I have some titanium needles but have been afraid to use them.
I just bought an pfaff Air 5000 overlock and my needles keep breaking and I can't figure out why. The needle seems to be the right one for my fabric, and I'm sure the thread is correctly inserted . Does anyone have some tips for me ?
"It is important to change your sewing machine needle often." How often is "often"? I realize it varies because usage varies, but what do you use as a rule-of-thumb? Before/after each project? After X hours of sewing? The third Tuesday after the full moon? Thanks for any hints.
from the sewing classes i've attended i've been told to change the needle after every 8 hours or since that's hard to guestimate some say after every project. Another way i heard was to guestimate the 8 hours on how often you sew. Hope this helps
@@karencarter5791 Thank you, those are helpful "rules of thumb."
Thanks this was very educational
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Thank you for your information.
Great video 🙂
Would like some other quilt patterns
Hey! I'm from India, I have opted for fashion studies in my high school. My teacher during the online classes asked us to buy a sewing machine, for practice. But they have these machines at school too. Should I buy a machine for practice. Thanks a lot. Big fan!
If you can that is a good idea. It is something that you will use for a long time
@@SewVeryEasy thank you so much🙏
I’m having trouble with sewing 1 1/2/ elastic
I have a singer 9960 that was given to me my aunt. She rarely used it. I have attempted to use it twice but the needle keep hitting the medal plate. Why? What am I doing wrong? Thanks?
You may need to check the needle alignment or what setting you machine is in.
Interesting about the thread. Most machines, and the few I have only have horizontal spindles. A machine may have an additional spindle, that’s not permanent, mostly used for a double needle. Gosh, so what do you recommend? Buying thread that will go on the horizon spindle? Even the manufacturer booklet shows putting thread on horizontal spindle. :(
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Good info and advise
I enjoy your program and you always have great tips. Thank you?
Good info! Thank you.
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After breaking needle i can't find needle where it goes
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thanks. i did my second embroider test, it snapped and cut me ;u;
Is that an anti vibration mat under your machine?
yes, it is from Sew Easy
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I do not sell anything but my book online but you can check them out on Amazon or at your local quilt shop
@@SewVeryEasy Thank you. Love your way of teaching
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Trump 2020!!! Thankyou for this mine kept breaking lol
SHLM UHaB (peace &love). Tudah Rbah (thank you very much) for your videos. They have been so helpful and I am grateful. When my machine broke, after 30 years or so (my mom bought it for she and me in my 20's and it broke in my 50's), I just now hand stitch and have not looked back. What a delight it has been. I know that on the 2nd world-wide Exodus, (Isaiah 11:11-16), I do not want a bunch of heavy items to take with me, so I asked Yah to help my lighten what I have in my house. Before I leave, let me tell you, the Name of the Creator is Hayah asher Hayah (Exodus 3:13-14). There is a curse to the G-o-d name (Isaiah 65:11-12), but the English Scriptures is a derivative of the Latin Vulgate, and that warning is hid from us. But the Hebrew Scriptures preserved the warning telling us NOT to set a table for G-o-d. Also, any who received the Messiah as their Savior must do the 7 appointed times (Leviticus 23), but no more animal sacrifices, following the crucifixion and Resurrection of the Messiah. We are now of the order of MLK TSDQ. to Whom ABRaHM tithed.
We are here for sewing not scriptures
So basically a sewing machine is a woman? LOL