Why is my sewing machine Birdnesting?
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Why is my sewing machine Birdnesting?
The main source of birdnesting or looping is improperly inserted or threaded bobbin or running the embroidery machine with no bobbin. A tight bobbin tension, together with highly loose needle thread tension, can cause birdnesting. Flagging occurs when the hoop bounces up and down during sewing.
What tension should my sewing machine be on?
The dial settings run from 0 to 9, so 4.5 is generally the ‘default’ position for normal straight-stitch sewing. This should be suitable for most fabrics. If you are doing a zig-zag stitch, or another stitch that has width, then you may find that the bobbin thread is pulled through to the top.
How do you fix Birdnesting on a sewing machine?
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How do I fix bobbin thread bunching up?
How to Fix Bobbin Thread Bunching and Other Threading ProblemsThread the Machine Properly. Re-thread the upper part of the sewing machine making sure the thread is passing through every single thread guide on its way to the needle. Change the Needle. Inspect the Bobbin. Clean the Machine.
How often should I oil my sewing machine?
Every four months
Why is my fabric bunching up when I sew?
Tension pucker is caused while sewing with too much tension, thereby causing a stretch in the thread. After sewing, the thread relaxes. As it attempts to recover its original length, it gathers up the seam, causing the pucker, which cannot be immediately seen; and may be noticeable at a later stage.
