Mini Sewing Machine NOT Stitching? Thread breaking, skipping, stuck? WATCH THIS FIRST!
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- Опубликовано: 27 авг 2024
- Mini Sewing Machine NOT Stitching? Thread breaking, skipping, stuck? WATCH THIS FIRST!
Is your mini sewing machine not stitching and playing up again? Is the thread bunching up, looping under, skipping stitches or jamming the machine? In this video, I show you a real live example of this happening and how to fix it with just a single change.
I've made an 8-Point Mini Sewing Machine Operation Checklist especially for you so that you don't have to second-guess yourself ever again. It will save you a tonne of time and frustration during your sewing projects. No more guessing! Grab your FREE Mini Sewing Machine Operation Checklist below!
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Using a sewing machine can appear to be a daunting task for beginners . Remember - sewing is a journey, not a destination.The most important thing is to have fun while sewing and just roll with the mistakes and imperfections like I do!
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My original KPCB Tech mini sewing machine :
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I appreciate your videos and how invested you are with helping others ! Thanks so much . I bought the same sewing machine a few years ago and I was thinking afterwards that I couldn’t learn to sew . But I came across your videos and since you’re helping me I am now sewing and practicing. I bought some supplies to make some place mats . I am absorbing knowledge from you . ❤❤❤❤❤
Experienced seamstress here. In your mini checklist, can I suggest you change the word 'strong' thread to 'quality' thread or similar. Reason being, there is such a thing as 'strong' thread, which is used for jeans and such, so would absolutely not be any good for ordinary sewing. Wouldn't want other beginners to go and buy actual strong thread for normal sewing. Hope this helps!
Omg!!! This is a soooooo machine life saver 😭 I almost wanna junk my machine until I saw this video. It keeps on stucking and not stitching. I just bought the thread so I tot it would work fine. I didn't know about this 😂 Thank you for sharing this helps a lot. Thank you 🙏
I'm not sure if I'm going to learn a lot of sewing skills but this thread lesson did teach me a bit of which thread was causing mine to break. However I'm a beginner so better to learn and use the time learning the basics . Thanks for the tip in which thread won't help beginners
This is exactly what I’m going through right now 😢
Hope this video to be useful
Your videos helped me a lot. Bobbin and thread not catching , then now. Thank you so much. 😍😍
Now I know why mine does skip stitches. I've been using some astra brand. Thank yiu for your Vid!
You are so welcome! I'm so glad it helped! xx
Now it got me worried, what kind of thread should I buy in the phils?
@@mariasvlogs1124 tbh, I sticked with the threads I have had because I don't have that enough money to buy quality ones at the moment. But if you happened to discover some good ones, please let me know!
@@MagicalFlavours1 hello, I think try checking the knob maybe it's too tight. These days, I am only using threads from the brand Apple. Hope this helps.
Excellent video! Thanks for sharing! I love to save that fuzzy thread for hand basting. Also, the fuzzy thread tends to cause accumulation of a lot of lint in your tension unit and bobbin area, which then requires frequent dismantling to clean them out.
Thank you, Lynda, I really appreciate your comment and insights. You are right about the excessive lint, I too have been careless in the past about using fuzzy threads and my sewing machines have suffered. But after last weekend's experience, I will be doing a massive purge of all my fuzzy threads. I wish Gutermann was cheaper!
Mine is kept on stucking & not stitching good 🥺 so I need to change the thread 🥺 thanks!
Great and timely video. All of the thread that I purchased when I got my mini-sewing machine kept breaking. I live in the USA and went online to JoAnn’s Fabrics and Crafts and ordered what I could get from Curbside Pickup (stores aren’t open for business yet where I live. I got a spool of Coats and Clark thread and two spools of Dual Duty XP thread. One of these was rated “heavy duty” and the second was rated “All Purpose”. All the thread is polyester and made in Mexico. I’m just now rethreading my mini sewing machine to make some face masks for use in Essential Businesses during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Your video confirmed my choice (suggested by you in an earlier video) to go for better thread. Thanks again.
I'm so glad you found the content of value. I wouldn't wish what I experienced last weekend on any sewist, I was honestly beginning to doubt my mental and physical capacities. I now have to sift through my massive collection of gifted threads and give them away for people who prefer needle stitching. I think I will be down to a tiny little amount of spools by the end of it!
Happy sewing, I would love to know your name! x
Ooni Crafts Hi, I’m Joel Montgomery, Joelmonty1 at GMail. These are my first sewing projects-my expertise is in other areas though, after face masks, it would be great to hem my pants and maybe prevent a quilt from unraveling.
May i know which thread worked the best for you
Wen u said left to bed in tears I completely related 😪😪😪😪
Thank u very much
Thanks, helped with thread issue. Good application of scientific technique.
Happy to help 😁 what are you planning to sew?
@@OoniCrafts Shortening a drysack, hiking gear. Dyneema composite material.
@@petersherman2552 wow I've never worked with it but do check this out before starting 👇
ripstopbytheroll.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360031589691-Working-with-Dyneema-Composite-Fabric?mobile_site=true
Do share how it turned out and what machine you used... it sounds like a challenging and fun project.
@@OoniCrafts How very thoughtful and kind of you, thanks
More wisdom babe
Sending❤
Thanks for this video now I know Why my mini sewing machine is skipping stitches even though my fabric is thin💜
mine also skipping stitches
Thank you for helping us out today
Thank you!! This helped me so much. I kept jamming the machine...now I have different thread "coats and clark" and it's working.
I'm so glad this helped you xx
Omg i got the same brand but it still keeps breaking or thread keeps peeling off as layers causing it to clump like a small ball or knot . It says "machine embriodery and 100% polyster". May i know what is the type you used?
Your videos are very helpful, okay? 😁
Thank you for the video❤ i was losing my patience with the skipped stitches. I'll be getting my gutermann thread tomrorow so hopefully I'll be able to sew at peace 😅
Thanks for the amazing information. How about breaking of the upper thread?
Got any solutions?
@@likhitabade6715
Unfortunately No. 😢
@@likhitabade6715stopped using it 😢
Thank you so much for this, im working on a big projects and skip stitches really frustrates me. i almost open up the whole machine and try to fix it . I'm from asia and im using the same nameless brand you're using because that's what's everybody been using here. i think its time to invest good quality threads.🤦
I'm so glad this helped you x before investing in expensive thread, make sure your mini sewing machine is deserving of it. If you find it's just too flimsy (as it is), start saving up for a better one. x
Thank you for this it is driving me crazy
Heyy hope you're sorted now x
Hiiii, thanks for all the useful videos! I've bene watching them but still can't figure out what's happened to my Mini sew machine! 😢 It worked perfectly until I had to change the bobins that came with it. I put the other two bobins that I found in the box and then: the disaster!!!!!
It didn't stich anymore I tried everything: change thread, change fabric, change needle, adjust tension (but I bet that's the sore button)...everything! What else can I do?
Hi Raffaella
I'm so sorry you're facing this problem.
Before you panic, please make sure you have checked all the 8 check points that I have listed in my mini sewing machine operation checklist. (Too many to type here). You should be able to find a link to the checklist under the 'community' tab on my channel. It's free and you can print it off and keep it in your desk for reference.
Or you can find it here too: ruclips.net/user/redirect?q=https%3A%2F%2Fmailchi.mp%2F4c24ab312dc9%2Fmini-sewing-machine-operation-checklist&redir_token=D-php2YxGo1dE1FmbqPgDpUyd-p8MTU5MDA3OTM1MUAxNTg5OTkyOTUx&event=backstage_event
Once you know you have checked all the 8 points and your machine is still not working properly, watch this video:
ruclips.net/video/_N6F1ehfJKs/видео.html
I hope this sorts it out. Let me know how you get on x
Same here😑😑😑😑
I hope this episode gave you some more insights into your mini sewing machine problems. Let me know how you get on by commenting below. Hit like if this helped you and consider subscribing for more mini sewing machine projects and insights. If you think this might help someone, please do share and spread the love x
Everything you've said was right. I'm super annoyed last night. I thought it was about the tension. But now I know it is just about the thread. I'm so disappointed last time I tried many times and kept happening.
My problem is the bottom bobbin thread is loose and not locking the thread into a stitch? One minute it was sewing fine and next it wasn’t?
everytime I try to stitch, it always leaves holes but never ends up stiching. idk what to do :(
I liked your message because,I am frestrated,
With my new mini sewing machine which is presented by my children on my birthday.
Please guide me. My thread get stuck in Bobin case. Daily some problem, this is today's problem with my mini sewing machine.
I need help too with stiching it only leaves hole
me too i also have the same problem
I experience the same.
Thank you..I was just about to Order one..not me any more
A wise decision John. I would recommend Brother LS14, Singer Start or John Lewis JL110.
Good luck!
Thank you for this video you’ve shown me about these different thread. I’ve all three different. I’m using Coates Moon for sewing machine and Goodman for hand sewing, stitch well I’ve not try it.
Happy to help Jean, I'm so glad you found this useful. Don't use Stitch Well, it doesn't stitch well at all! 😆
I will use Stitch Well for hand sewing. Thanks 😊
This is freaking helpful!
Ah fab, so glad you found this useful x
@@OoniCrafts i'm in the brink of losing my sh*t then i saw this, changed the thread and voila it's like magic!! Thank you for saving me from giving up 😘 keep creating!
Thank you SO much for this, Lhen.
What are you sewing at the moment? xx
@@OoniCrafts i went ahead and make linen dress hoping to finish it though :)
Omg you're so brave, well done!! Is it your own pattern? Would love to see how it looks x
Thank you for sharing!!
You are so welcome!
What about loosening the tension on the thread, on the low quality one, would that make it any better...?
The tension on any machine is set according to the fabric type and the thickness of the project you are sewing. as for the quality of thread... I have time and time again tried all different qualities of thread from the cheapest ones available for pennies online to the highest and including gutermann and coats and moon. my conclusion is that over and over again it is the high quality thread which produces great results and the low quality threads keep on giving me trouble to a point where I have given away all of my low quality threads. and now I only have a small stock of the highest quality thread and I'm doing perfectly well with those. if you are indeed serious about learning how to sew and using the mini sewing machine or any sewing machine for that matter, i would urge you to take the plunge and get rid of any poor quality threads and invest in a few but high quality threads. they might cost a little more but save you so much stress and anxiety in pursuing a hobby which is supposed to be essentially fun creative and calming. I hope this helps.
My mini sewing machine gets jamming all the time and thread breaks frequently. Bobbin doesn't rotate sometimes , needle gets bend. What can I do ? Is it because of the thread like you said ? My thread is a cheap one.
It sounds like there are so many things going wrong with your sewing machine. using a high-quality thread is imperative. your mini sewing machine is not threaded properly in my opinion unless you are using a high-quality thread like coats and moon. have you tried going through the 10 point checklist yet? you must make sure that you have done all the 10 things within that checklist before you can say that my sewing machine is not sewing properly. finally did you buy the mini sewing machine from a reliable source or from a relatively reputable brand compared to unbranded ones? all of these things coming to play but yes using the best quality thread available to you would be the first place to start. also please check out the 10 point checklist below. hope this helps
mailchi.mp/4c24ab312dc9/mini-sewing-machine-operation-checklist
The threads the machine came with were always leaving skip stichings which were so annoying
Oh my goodness, in so glad I found you. I can totally relate to the bursting into tears thing. Every time I try to get the machine to work the top thread breaks.
I tried turning the wheel to sew a few stitches manually. I tried changing to Gutemann thread. Still, I can't sew a single stitch mechanically. Not one. The machine does feel a bit stiff. I'm at my wit's end. Could you please help me?
Hi Kerry, thank you for your kind words 💗 would you mind sending me a short video clip via Instagram DM @oonicrafts and we can figure it out together x
@@OoniCrafts
That is really good of you. I have never used Instagram and wouldn't have a clue how to DM a video clip. I will see if I can work it out. Sorry to be such an idiot 🙃
Hi! Your videos make me want to buy this sewing machine. But before buying, can this sew on jeans and leggings? Thank you.
Hi Leah, thank you so much for your comment, I'm so thankful to have such wonderful viewers as you. This machine should cope with two layers of denim, but I wouldn't push it beyond that.
Leggings are very stretchy, if you are doing a bit of hemming, you should manage fine with shirring thread. But I wouldn't sew entire garments from stretchy fabric.
Check this video for sewing stretchy material:
ruclips.net/video/iz7X-rm9QmU/видео.html
Also, I think this video will help you tremendously in deciding which mini sewing machine to go for: ruclips.net/video/sjvdSARoM7Y/видео.html
Let me know how you get on! x
Thank you so much for the reply! Will definitely be checking out these links. x
Madam my mission is not working not current supply what I can do please reply what problems to mission
hi my machine isn't sewing and it kinda makes me sad, I broke the needle and place it with a new one but now it doesn't stitch can you recommend something to do please
me too it's so sad.
My mini machine not work on Silk and t-shirt material please make one video on that.
Thank you so much for this video, please, I have one more doubt, if I have a thinner thread, should I tight thread nob? Or loose it?
it depends upon the balance.
please watch the square method video (search for it)
My machine is tieing the thread on the bottom and the needle thread comes off
Di meri machine uper ka dhaga baar baar tod rahi hai kya Karu please suggest me
Really very helpful, Thank you 😊
My thread keeps getting cut when I sew.. what do I do?
Mine is doing the same thing. It worked fine at first, then it kept cutting
Hello please I need help. My thread ia getting tangled inside the bottom bobbin compartment.
I just bought new machine today but my needle broke and i even change the needle but it broke again so what should i do please help me i bought it from my pocket money to start some scrunchie business but it ended like that
Hi
Not stitch in cloth, needle not pickup the thread from bobbin, so no stitch, please guide me, Will you be solve the problem
Hi, Sounds like a timing issue. Check this out 👇
ruclips.net/video/_N6F1ehfJKs/видео.html
Can you please tell me why my magicfly machine it gets stuck and it skips stiches
Hello please help..me..I do not know why the thread keep coming out from the thread clamp ..if I tightened it, the tread break while sewing if I loosen it the thread comes out..everytime
Are you using a high quality thread like Gutermann?
Hi no this is not my issue. When
I stich the machine release bundle of thread layers from bottom side .
Dilli, is it the top thread that's coming out lots, or the lower bobbin thread? I'll try to help x
Ooni Crafts it’s the lower bobbin thread 😣
@@Dilli2Tokyo don't be sad Dilli, i'll try looking into it x
Ooni Crafts do u have nay Instagram
I’d where I can show you the pic of problem
@@Dilli2Tokyo hi Dilli, yes you can put a picture on there. I'm @oonicrafts.
Just add a #oonicrafts and tag me too, and i'll pick it up x
My machine is'nt working.I already adjusted the tension and changed the needle.
Mine too, but it doesn’t just skip one stitch it just stops stitching
How to remove the bobby pin holder which has string?
Can I use an elastic thread?😓
Yes of course.
I used it in this video
ruclips.net/video/iz7X-rm9QmU/видео.html
me too, i have the same problem as Raffaella M. my mini sewing machine stops stitching when i change the bobbins, it stucks, and the thread breaks, i have watched your videos on how to fixed it but unfortunately still it wont stitch. i dont know what to do. what else can i do?? please help 😭😭😭
Oh no! What thread are you using ?
Also, have you checked all the operation checklist points? There are eight checks you need to make before your mini can work properly. You can find them below, just print them off or scribble on a piece of paper and make sure all 8 points are sorted.
mailchi.mp/4c24ab312dc9/mini-sewing-machine-operation-checklist
It not stitching on cloth. It is catching bobbin thread needle i changed it to spare one still not working. Help me plz
Unfortunately this is a problem many users are facing. These are very cheap generic products. If it is not working, don't let it ruin your day. Try to return it and buy a full-sized proper machine, even if it is second hand. I hope you find joy in sewing again soon. x
My problem is after watching your video I followed your instructions but still the machine can't stich well.. can you please help me.. I'm using Astra thread.
Davao, when you say "can't stitch well", what seems to be the problem with the stitches?
Hello can you pls help me my machines keeps jaming and there is too much excess thread jumbling under 😭
Oh no Bia I'm so sorry.
I have never experienced this before!
If you are unable to fix it please don't get frustrated. Take a break and invest in a cheap or second hand full-sized machine. You know how to use a mini sewing machine now so you will definitely enjoy a regular one! The mini sewing machine is for absolute beginners who know nothing about sewing machines. You will benefit more from a regular sized one xx
Thank you!
Can you help me? I just bought a mini sewing machine but I don't know how to adjust the stitches
Hi Rhea,
You cannot change the stitch length or type. If you look back through my videos, you will find plenty of resources to adjust the tension setting properly x
@@OoniCrafts link pls
With mine I changed the needle and now it keep braking the main thread and I've used this one before same quality never happened before plz help I am so stressed already
Please use Gutermann thread
Hello i have a problem with my sewing machine how can a insert a bobbin it doesnt have a groove and the bottom thread doesnt meet with the upper thread pls help me and the upper thread keeps breaking or pulling out from the needle eye
Hi Soobi,
The groove is just cosmetic, don't worry about it. Leave the bobbin thread tail sticking out and raise it before closing the lid.
If the thread's aren't meeting, there is a timing issue. Watch how to fix it properly here:
ruclips.net/video/_N6F1ehfJKs/видео.html
The upper thread is pulling out because your thread tail is too short. Keep it longer, around 10 inches hanging after passing through the needle's eye, and it should be fine.
@@OoniCrafts ohh thank you and I have another problem the upper thread can't catch the lower thread
My thread isn't breaking but it comes out of the top every time I try to sew again. Can you please help me?
My thread keep cutting out 😢it's fustrating
Hi why my mini sewing machine does not stitch.The upper and lower thread arent stitching.Its not stitching on thr fabric?
Sheri, it sounds like a timing problem.
Try this:
ruclips.net/video/_N6F1ehfJKs/видео.html
Ooni Crafts its still not working
Ive'd tried to change my thread but it's still tangled on the back of the stitch. I'm so upset i'ved been trying my mini sewing machine but still I can't make it 😭😭😭
We have the same mini sewing machine
Can someone please help me. After sewing the thread in front is okay. But in the back is kinda mess. 🤧
My mechine is not stich completely pls give me suggestion
Interesting how the company
That sells the machine sends crap thread with it
This mam ....Hoping to find thread that fix to mini sewing machine
Hi Vanessa,
It's called Gutermann that I'm using here. Hope this helps x
Thank you mam
My problem on my sewing is its stuck.whenever i keep sewing its stuck the needle stuck and the bobbin..can u pls help me.?
Make sure the bobbin isn’t too full of thread. I had the same problem and switched the full bobbin with one that was not as full and it worked great!!😀 Also check the tension!!
@@2sweet4u67 iits ok now the another problem now is its skipping stitches ..
Mine is not stitching at all the thread catch the bobbin thread but it not stitching
If nothing still works, please don't waste your time and energy on the machine. There are too many people suffering due to a bad product. Try to get rid of the machine and invest in a full-sized sewing machine like the Brother LS14 or a second-hand one.
At the very least, you have learned how a sewing machine works and this will help you go so much further with your next full-sized sewing machine.
I have discussed this issue in detail in this video:
ruclips.net/video/pTtk6bpx4UE/видео.html
Hope this helps xx
Everytime I use my mini sewing machine there's a time that my thread is stuck and had a nest thread.
Maricar are you using a high quality thread?
Hi, may I know you email?. I need to send you a video of my portable sewing machine.
Idk why the thread kept on bouncing off the needle
And
It is not stitching.
Please help me cause I really dunno what's wrong with it.
.
And I just can't figure out the tension thread stuff.. I don't know even tension was even the problem
I broke my thread👁️👄👁️ what am i gonna tell my mom
1:55 6:20
Madam I want speak Telugu I can't understand English language please reply
My machine can't caught the thread of bottom plz help me😭
ruclips.net/video/_N6F1ehfJKs/видео.html
my mini sewing machine is not stitching need help.
KAKATAPON KO LANG NG SEWING MACHINE KO AKALA KO DI NA GAGANA🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🔪🔪🔪🔪🔪
My machine sounds much
These machines are rather noisy
Hii..Im stuck in a problem..IHv seen all ur tips n tricks..n waz following but im facing a very strange prob..the machine is stiching ..but needle is not stiching with thread neither up nor bottom thread ..kindly prov ur email or no..so ICan send my video to u...tnx.
Madam i need your help..can i reach u via mail?
Please DM via Instagram @oonicrafts