I love to use the twin needles for top stitching around collars, across the tops of pockets, sleeve hems, button plackets. When hemming knits, I serge the edge, then turn up the hem and use the twin needle on the right side of the fabric. Looks great! So many options once you start thinking about all the opportunities to get creative!
Loved this video. I haven't tried the twin needles yet, but I am certainly going to now. I can think of many ways to use this type of stitching. Thanks for the great video.
Hi kim. Another well done video. I really love twin needles. I use them mostly to add pizzaz TOquilts along the seam lines of the stitch in the ditch (Between the stitch in the ditch line) i use tthem on wall quilts and it makes them pop.
FYI, the 2nd thread should bypass the back of the needle bar (#5) and go through the front hole of needle bar instead. It also should bypass #6 and go straight to needle.
If you check page 70 of the manual, you will note that the second thread does go through thread guide 5, skips 6 and then goes into the needle as I explained in the video.
Chatterbox Quilts, I rechecked the manual. Here are the exact words: “Thread the thread ‘B’ through the front hole of needle bar thread guide ‘5’. If you have the manual in pdf format enlarge the diagram and it becomes more clear. Just wanted to make sure your viewers get the correct info.
I stand corrected! OMG, I've never noticed that there is a separate "hole" in that area so thanks so much for being persistent with me. I'll make a note of that in the description so people will have the correct information. The interesting thing is that the machine still did well even without that extra area that the thread should've gone through. I appreciate your thoroughness - thanks!
My machine is a Janome M9460 and I was taught to put the pink position thread on the left and the blue position thread on the right and both threads to pass through position 6 - I have had problems of dropped stitches and the back looking almost like a straight line instead of the nice Criss cross . Albeit I sew with knit fabric for t shirts. If you see my comment and can suggest something to help that would be great 👍 😊
Ive got one of these machines and love it. My question with twin needle stitching is: with decorative stitching how do you turn the corner???? I want to do decorative top stitching around the perimeter of quilted placemats, but how??? You cant leave the needle down, raise the foot and pivot like you can with a single needle
I'll admit that I haven't done much twin needle sewing but I did find this video that might be helpful for you at ua-cam.com/video/u60jlcO4bNE/v-deo.htmlsi=7Xegz1_beNQd7U5q
Hi Kim, I know you did this video years ago, but I hope you see my comment. First of all, thank you for your great instructions. Secondly, can you use your walking foot with the twin needles?
I haven't tried this but I don't see why it wouldn't work. Having said that, I would insert the twin needle, choose your stitch, and then use the hand wheel to move the stitch along to ensure that it fits within the space of the walking foot.
@@Chatterboxquilts thank you so much Kim! I have done what you advised and it worked perfectly! I was doing stained glass window placemats that I wanted to sew the bias tape on with a twin needle and quilt as you go.
Ms. Hurst, Thank you for covering topic of twin needles. I am a beginner at sewing. Trying to prepare to sew my own pair of denim jeans. Question on how to sew the flat felled seam on pant leg (double row of gold thread stitching). Should the flat felled seam be sewn with a twin needle 6mm or 8mm? Problem with the twin needle width are sewing machine owners manual, including Janome, warns, do not use any twin needle other than the size (2mm or 2.5mm) shipped with sewing machine. I have tried wide twin needle on two sewing machines which will zig zag stich up to 7mm on both a Necchi (mechanical) and Brother (computerized). Using a 4mm twin needle would result in bobbin case hook hitting the needle. I've only found Bernina (9mm stitch width) has computer menu icons, to select twin needles up to 8mm. Can Janome do the 6mm and 8mm wide twin needle? Should a twin needle be used for the flat felled seam? Thanks for doing your helpful videos.
Thanks for watching. Sorry but I'm not a garment sewist so not really able to give you advice on flat felled seams. You might find information via a Facebook group that is sewing based.
Hey presto, the needles threaded themselves at 5:26! But seriously, how does one thread twin needles on the Janome? Is there a threader with a right angle that one could buy at a fabric store?
Thanks for all the great information. i have a new MC9450 and am constantly watching your videos! Is the 4mm the widest twin needle that I can use in this machine?
Actually, I'm not sure as I haven't tried different widths yet. I would check with your local Janome dealer as they should be able to help you with this question.
The manual says to use the thread cutter on the face plate when sewing with twin needles. I see you're using the automatic thread cutter. Have you had any issues as a result?
Thanks for showing how twin needle stitching works. I often wondered how it worked. I have a Janome 8900, and not sure it has twin needle capacity. But if it does, I would like to use them to do some echo quilting in the baby quilt I just finished. Also just a comment. The dark blue background is making it darker around you which is making it harder to watch the videos. Although lovely, wondering if there is any way the set could be lightened up? Still will watch your videos, as I find them very instructive. Again, thanks.
Hi Linda: thanks for watching. I'm thinking that the darkness you are talking about may be your computer monitor as the background fabric is actually an aqua colour - not dark at all. You might try turning up the brightness on your monitor to see if that might help.
You don't address the matter of tension. Do you set it on Auto or adjust it? My twin needle stitching doesn't seem to use the bobbin thread. The bobbin thread is straight and I can pull it out without any problem. Unable to see any instructions on how to to adjust this. Bobbin is installed properly, machine cleaned and tension set on auto with the twin needle setting, straight stitch for top stitching a quilt.
I believe that I had it set on auto - I don't remember adjusting the tension at all. If you are still having issues with the bobbin when doing this technique, I would check with your local Janome retailer to see if there might be a problem in the bobbin area.
I'm not familiar with that model so I don't know if it has twin needle capability. I would check with your local Janome retailer for specific help with this question (I'm not a Janome retailer or rep).
Sometimes that works better to hold the spool, depending on the type of spool it is. It's also I habit that I got into with a previous machine- old habits dies hard! 😉
Is the lighting on the m7 as good as the 9450 which has the light that can be pulled out and positioned. It seems like a really desirable feature but I’m not sure if it would be loss if you bought an m7, and would appreciate your thoughts
The M7 is a much larger machine and has a different lighting system. I find that it's lighting is even a bit better than the 9450 although I find the lighting great on both machines.
Your machine is so quiet. I love it! Th first thought that comes to mind with quilting is crazy patchwork on elegant fabrics.
As a new owner of a 9450 I really appreciate these instructional video, Kim! Thanks!
Very welcome!
I love to use the twin needles for top stitching around collars, across the tops of pockets, sleeve hems, button plackets. When hemming knits, I serge the edge, then turn up the hem and use the twin needle on the right side of the fabric. Looks great! So many options once you start thinking about all the opportunities to get creative!
Thanks Kim - I have always been unsure of how to use the twin needle feature but not anymore. As usual, clear and helpful instructions
Thanks Kim. I had a fear of the twin needle sewing. Thought it was complicated but you made it look so easy. Can’t wait to try it out.
Loved this video. I haven't tried the twin needles yet, but I am certainly going to now. I can think of many ways to use this type of stitching. Thanks for the great video.
Glad it was helpful!
Awesome
Thank you, thank you. Thank you.
You are very welcome
Thank you Kim , I wanted to hem my knit shirt on my M7. So much to learn with this fabulous machine.
Sew binding on a quilt for added texture? Love your instructions
I would use it to make a border on cocktail napkins with a custom monogram centered. 🍷🍹🍸
Hi kim. Another well done video. I really love twin needles. I use them mostly to add pizzaz TOquilts along the seam lines of the stitch in the ditch
(Between the stitch in the ditch line) i use tthem on wall quilts and it makes them pop.
Great idea!!
Thanks for the video-I use the twin needle for bibs and burp cloths. So fun!
Great idea!!
FYI, the 2nd thread should bypass the back of the needle bar (#5) and go through the front hole of needle bar instead. It also should bypass #6 and go straight to needle.
If you check page 70 of the manual, you will note that the second thread does go through thread guide 5, skips 6 and then goes into the needle as I explained in the video.
Chatterbox Quilts, I rechecked the manual. Here are the exact words: “Thread the thread ‘B’ through the front hole of needle bar thread guide ‘5’. If you have the manual in pdf format enlarge the diagram and it becomes more clear. Just wanted to make sure your viewers get the correct info.
I stand corrected! OMG, I've never noticed that there is a separate "hole" in that area so thanks so much for being persistent with me. I'll make a note of that in the description so people will have the correct information. The interesting thing is that the machine still did well even without that extra area that the thread should've gone through. I appreciate your thoroughness - thanks!
Thanks for this info... I would try it on a small border framing a panel quilt which I just finished . Thanks going to go do that.
Great idea!
I'm going to try quilting with twin needles. I would love it if free motion worked.
I'm going to make my own jeans. The twin needle will be good for some of the topstitching
Sounds great!
My machine is a Janome M9460 and I was taught to put the pink position thread on the left and the blue position thread on the right and both threads to pass through position 6 - I have had problems of dropped stitches and the back looking almost like a straight line instead of the nice Criss cross . Albeit I sew with knit fabric for t shirts. If you see my comment and can suggest something to help that would be great 👍 😊
Thank you
You're welcome
Ive got one of these machines and love it. My question with twin needle stitching is: with decorative stitching how do you turn the corner???? I want to do decorative top stitching around the perimeter of quilted placemats, but how??? You cant leave the needle down, raise the foot and pivot like you can with a single needle
I'll admit that I haven't done much twin needle sewing but I did find this video that might be helpful for you at ua-cam.com/video/u60jlcO4bNE/v-deo.htmlsi=7Xegz1_beNQd7U5q
Hi Kim, I know you did this video years ago, but I hope you see my comment. First of all, thank you for your great instructions. Secondly, can you use your walking foot with the twin needles?
I haven't tried this but I don't see why it wouldn't work. Having said that, I would insert the twin needle, choose your stitch, and then use the hand wheel to move the stitch along to ensure that it fits within the space of the walking foot.
@@Chatterboxquilts thank you so much Kim! I have done what you advised and it worked perfectly! I was doing stained glass window placemats that I wanted to sew the bias tape on with a twin needle and quilt as you go.
Ms. Hurst, Thank you for covering topic of twin needles. I am a beginner at sewing. Trying to prepare to sew my own pair of denim jeans. Question on how to sew the flat felled seam on pant leg (double row of gold thread stitching).
Should the flat felled seam be sewn with a twin needle 6mm or 8mm? Problem with the twin needle width are sewing machine owners manual, including Janome, warns, do not use any twin needle other than the size (2mm or 2.5mm) shipped with sewing machine. I have tried wide twin needle on two sewing machines which will zig zag stich up to 7mm on both a Necchi (mechanical) and Brother (computerized). Using a 4mm twin needle would result in bobbin case hook hitting the needle. I've only found Bernina (9mm stitch width) has computer menu icons, to select twin needles up to 8mm. Can Janome do the 6mm and 8mm wide twin needle? Should a twin needle be used for the flat felled seam?
Thanks for doing your helpful videos.
Thanks for watching. Sorry but I'm not a garment sewist so not really able to give you advice on flat felled seams. You might find information via a Facebook group that is sewing based.
Hey presto, the needles threaded themselves at 5:26! But seriously, how does one thread twin needles on the Janome? Is there a threader with a right angle that one could buy at a fabric store?
Unfortunately you can't use the automatic needle threader when using a twin needle. I don't know of any machine that can do that - maybe one day ;)
Thanks for all the great information. i have a new MC9450 and am constantly watching your videos! Is the 4mm the widest twin needle that I can use in this machine?
Actually, I'm not sure as I haven't tried different widths yet. I would check with your local Janome dealer as they should be able to help you with this question.
The manual says to use the thread cutter on the face plate when sewing with twin needles. I see you're using the automatic thread cutter. Have you had any issues as a result?
No, I haven't but you can always use the manual thread cutter if you wish.
Thanks for showing how twin needle stitching works. I often wondered how it worked. I have a Janome 8900, and not sure it has twin needle capacity. But if it does, I would like to use them to do some echo quilting in the baby quilt I just finished. Also just a comment. The dark blue background is making it darker around you which is making it harder to watch the videos. Although lovely, wondering if there is any way the set could be lightened up? Still will watch your videos, as I find them very instructive. Again, thanks.
Hi Linda: thanks for watching. I'm thinking that the darkness you are talking about may be your computer monitor as the background fabric is actually an aqua colour - not dark at all. You might try turning up the brightness on your monitor to see if that might help.
Hi Kim, Can you use the lock stitch or back-stitch with the twin needle?
Yes you can! I did use the lock stitch when I did the second sample so yes, it works.
You don't address the matter of tension. Do you set it on Auto or adjust it? My twin needle stitching doesn't seem to use the bobbin thread. The bobbin thread is straight and I can pull it out without any problem. Unable to see any instructions on how to to adjust this. Bobbin is installed properly, machine cleaned and tension set on auto with the twin needle setting, straight stitch for top stitching a quilt.
I believe that I had it set on auto - I don't remember adjusting the tension at all. If you are still having issues with the bobbin when doing this technique, I would check with your local Janome retailer to see if there might be a problem in the bobbin area.
can you use twin needles with a walking foot? I have a Janome 3160
I'm not familiar with that model so I don't know if it has twin needle capability. I would check with your local Janome retailer for specific help with this question (I'm not a Janome retailer or rep).
Why do you use the large spool cap reversed rather than the small one Janome has that fits into the tube on the spool?
Sometimes that works better to hold the spool, depending on the type of spool it is. It's also I habit that I got into with a previous machine- old habits dies hard! 😉
Can you use the walking foot with a twin needle for jersey?
I haven't tried this but I don't see why not. Take it slow and give it a try.
Decorative stitching on a machine binding. Maybe echo stitching?
Also good ideas! Thanks for those suggestions.
Is the lighting on the m7 as good as the 9450 which has the light that can be pulled out and positioned. It seems like a really desirable feature but I’m not sure if it would be loss if you bought an m7, and would appreciate your thoughts
The M7 is a much larger machine and has a different lighting system. I find that it's lighting is even a bit better than the 9450 although I find the lighting great on both machines.
What does the back of the sewing look like with a twin needle
It looks like a zigzag stitch back and forth.