How to fix your thread looping under the fabric

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  • Come learn with me as we figure out how to fix when the thread forms loops under the fabric on your sewing machine. We will investigate 2 causes of this issue and figure out how to fix them both.
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  • @andytubesewing1953
    @andytubesewing1953 4 роки тому +261

    You have a great technique for getting your point across. I can tell you enjoy helping others and that is the best way for any business to operate.
    Congratulations and take care.

    • @SewingMachineRepairGuy
      @SewingMachineRepairGuy  4 роки тому +10

      Thanks!

    • @ednaroberts1981
      @ednaroberts1981 4 роки тому +11

      Thank you so much for your clear demonstration & advice how to fix our sewing machines.I loved the mention you gave to the Lord re Genesis.

    • @sewwhatseamstress9076
      @sewwhatseamstress9076 3 роки тому +12

      Since discovering your videos I have tackled 6 different sewing machines with thread "issues". The BEST one was a woman who was going to THROW OUT her machine because she said it was MAJORLY JAMMED and the hand wheel would NOT BUDGE.So, I went there, she only wanted $15 to avoid THROWING it OUT, took it home and in 25 minutes I had a Brother VX-1120 that WORKS LIKE NEW! Some kind of gooey substance was ALL around the bobbin case and had to be PRIED off GENTLY in order to get all the goo off! But now it went from being a $15 possible piece of trash to an Over $100 Value Piece of TREASURE! Your videos gave me that "little push" I needed to get over my fear I would "break it", AGAIN, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

    • @SewingMachineRepairGuy
      @SewingMachineRepairGuy  3 роки тому +4

      Awesome, great job!

    • @jeanunderwood2490
      @jeanunderwood2490 3 роки тому +3

      Thank you, it's always good to find out something new

  • @JulissaMaldo
    @JulissaMaldo 3 роки тому +208

    i am a visual learner, who taught myself how to sew a few years ago. this was EXACTLY my problem, i didn't know how to describe it. Thank you so much

  • @LaOwlett
    @LaOwlett 3 роки тому +32

    1) Make sure your top thread is threaded with the pressure foot in the UP position. I was never taught this, and I know a lot of people weren't. Realizing this has prevented 90% of my intermittent "birds nest" problems.
    I didn't know the pressure foot and tension discs work on the same mechanism. Lifting the foot opens up the tension discs so the thread can fit between, putting the foot back down closes the discs. Learning this one simple silly thing has saved so many projects.

    • @kazboo542
      @kazboo542 2 роки тому +3

      I didn't,t know that, great tip 😀going though this nesting problem now, never had this fault in 30, years with my machine a singer, had a clean on it, and in the last 2 years, al, it does is bird nesting,

    • @fawnleegreene7688
      @fawnleegreene7688 2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you! Stumbled upon this, just as I needed it!! 😊

    • @LaOwlett
      @LaOwlett 2 місяці тому +1

      @@fawnleegreene7688 I hope this solved your issue and it's not something more complex like a timing problem.

    • @fawnleegreene7688
      @fawnleegreene7688 2 місяці тому +1

      @@LaOwlett Me, too.

    • @Alichia96
      @Alichia96 2 місяці тому +1

      I adore you to bits you crazy master yoda. i was throwing my fabric against a wall. threaded and rethreaded and adjusted tensiom and nothing helped. loops upon loops
      i thought this had to be the stupidly thin fabric i was using.
      But it was the presserfoot down .
      you beautifull part of humanity saved my butt ❤

  • @adriannemariehall
    @adriannemariehall 3 роки тому +26

    First.... let me tell you how incredibly happy I am to have found this video. I have taken my machine apart... cleaned the bobbin housing..which wasn't really that dirty... checked the timing... replaced the needle... and bobbin.. Then I saw this video. OMG the only thing that was wrong was that my thread was not hooked over the thread arm... Wow..

  • @jeanjoseph7905
    @jeanjoseph7905 2 роки тому +9

    Since youtube I fix and service my own machines and I am 72 years old..thanks youtube

  • @C_U_R_I_E_L
    @C_U_R_I_E_L Рік тому +66

    Three years of suffering through video after video, all the hardware maintenance videos, and this video is what solved my problem. I've made ten sets of doll clothes. A few pairs of pants. Shorts, and even a blanket in the past week. I'm totally stoked. Thanks Sewing Machine Repair Guy!!! I owe you one (^_^)

  • @abullard8409
    @abullard8409 2 місяці тому +4

    Thank you man of God from the Bahamas 🇧🇸 just started sewing and trying to teach myself my stitch in back keeps looping

  • @cheryl8280
    @cheryl8280 3 роки тому +7

    I've been sewing for 60 years (since I was 10) and am very impressed with the way you handled these issues. You wouldn't happen to be a travelling repairman, would you? There are only two in my city of almost 1 million and neither of them, unfortunately, are very good at what they do. Sign of the times, I suppose. What you did in your video would have cost $150.00 for each issue. Judging from the comments, you've help an awful lot of people with their machines!! Thank you and Take care!!

  • @tatjanabaker8983
    @tatjanabaker8983 Рік тому +18

    You nailed the problem I’m having right on the head. You’re a good teacher! You let an audience hear how you troubleshoot, brainstorm, think the problem through. Trial and error to the problem being solved, and shining a light on the mechanics of machine. Cheers.

  • @Trueliving8
    @Trueliving8 3 роки тому +8

    Wow! Thank you for this video. I couldn’t find a video for this issue, so I stopped seeing for a bit, I prayed.. and then I ran into this video! The video that showed me exactly what I needed to learn. God always provides. Glory to God! 😃

  • @evelynr7069
    @evelynr7069 4 роки тому +138

    Another top threading issue, is when you try to thread the machine with the presser foot down. This closes the tension disks making the machine ready to sew, but if the tension disks are closed when you do your threading, the thread misses the tension assembly even though you may have passed it down past there correctly.

    • @SewingMachineRepairGuy
      @SewingMachineRepairGuy  4 роки тому +8

      Great point!

    • @breeinatree4811
      @breeinatree4811 3 роки тому +6

      Thank you so much. That's exactly the problem I was having with my machine.

    • @n4e780
      @n4e780 3 роки тому +1

      What a excellent helpful point that has really helped me. Thank you so much. x

    • @craz4mom
      @craz4mom 2 роки тому +3

      Thank you for your video. I just got my machine out again for some living history clothes. Started out fine all of a sudden everything jammed. Cleared out bobbin, then oiled and dusted down around, changed the needle, then I took everything apart to tighten the bobbin cash-out all back together, but still had an issue- but the case didn't rattle around- I pulled the threading out for rereading- which for finally solved the problem, I just couldn't see that the threading jumped out of place.

    • @margareth1504
      @margareth1504 2 роки тому +3

      Thats a good tip to teach us. Been sewing a while probably never threaded while foot down but it could happen. I will teach that one to my newest sewing learner who is doing very well I must say.

  • @shugochara13amu
    @shugochara13amu Місяць тому +2

    I've been searching for a solution to my problem for a while and finally found it through your video. Thank you so much! It was driving me insane, especially as a beginner. And for it to be as simple as the upper thread having slipped from the hook, oh man 🙈

    • @JessStaysHome
      @JessStaysHome 2 дні тому +1

      Same here! Exactly the same situation and I never thought it was a problem up top, since the rats nest was on the bottom of my fabric.

  • @ronalddevine9587
    @ronalddevine9587 3 роки тому +6

    Now I know why so many people love vintage sewing machines. Metal vs plastic. True, you can have the same thread bunching, but the worst that happens is a broken needle, and fun time digging out the thread. Great 👍 tutorial

    • @rhondah1587
      @rhondah1587 3 роки тому +2

      I learned to sew on a machine my grandmother had that was powered solely by foot power. I never had a problem like was described in this video while sewing on that machine. However, I did once sew through my left index finger when I was 13. My mom said she was glad I wasn't using an electric machine.

  • @damselcristal2663
    @damselcristal2663 Рік тому +14

    You just saved me a trip to the repair shop! I had a little rough spot on the bobbin case and was looks like a needle strike on the plate cover. After smoothing both of those spots I am back in business! No more looping or a bundle of thread holding the fabric hostage. THANK YOU!!

    • @marinazagrai1623
      @marinazagrai1623 Рік тому +1

      Damsel..even if you went as I did, they do not fix the problem. I had the first issue and after teo trips and soending $70 for each tune up (I only spent about $200 for my machine - and this was 15yrs ago) I tossed because I couldn't make it work.

  • @carmenrobles1187
    @carmenrobles1187 3 роки тому +4

    Finally...an up close look at the realities of sewing, understanding tread tension. THANK YOU!!

  • @juliettesthoughts1031
    @juliettesthoughts1031 11 місяців тому +1

    That helped me so much! I have been sewing for years. However, I stopped after my (Marine)fiancée passed away from drugs 10 years ago. Our son was devastated.
    I got very sick TWICE from Covid and lost 90 pounds. I don't have the money to buy new clothes, so I am making my jeans and shorts much thinner with a simple straight hem. Sadly, I have to cut off the pockets. I will save a lot of money I don't have . I feel privileged to have my Singer and am always able to fix anything I am taught. DIY is very satisfying. Thank you for this video. ❤

  • @julieanneherrick7919
    @julieanneherrick7919 3 роки тому +15

    God bless you! Thanks to you, I found five needle strikes in my bobbin case and fixed the problem. Bless you, now I can resume making masks and sewing quilts.

  • @EdieCornelius
    @EdieCornelius Рік тому +4

    I can’t thank you enough. I got a new machine a few weeks ago, and your instructions saved my life. I did all the steps you showed and it is fixed.
    Thank you thank you thank you.

  • @kenlang3940
    @kenlang3940 3 роки тому +13

    Absolutely fabulous instruction on trouble shooting these issues. Easy to follow, both visually and technologically. Answered my questions and my problems. Thank you.

    • @chricynthiaalleyne2251
      @chricynthiaalleyne2251 2 роки тому +1

      I love your video. I did everything you said and my problem was solve. Thanks much for this step step tutorial.

  • @user-is7xs1mr9y
    @user-is7xs1mr9y 3 роки тому +5

    God bless you, sir. I started having this problem with my sewing machine for months. It was pretty discouraging whenever I wanted to start on a new project and remembered my sewing machine didn't work. I can´t afford service right now, I'm just working with materials I already own. I share this machine with my mom, too, so you saved us so much money and time and headaches lol. Thank you so much!

  • @sherriebarb6462
    @sherriebarb6462 2 роки тому +5

    Very helpful instructions. I always like learning from people who include Godly teaching. We all need more of that.
    My you always be blessed and always be a blessing.
    Thank you.

  • @vngrlhobst188
    @vngrlhobst188 Рік тому +6

    Thank you so much for this video. I know it is a couple years old, but you saved my bacon. The part about the needle going through the bobbin case (and how to fix it) when it scooted past the stopper was a lifesaver!! Thank you so much!

  • @maryjostockman5848
    @maryjostockman5848 3 роки тому +15

    After hours of frustration and resigning my self to a trip to the repair shop, this took 10 minutes, including watching the video! Really helpful.

  • @carolmccall4779
    @carolmccall4779 3 роки тому +5

    Thank you so much. I have a new machine that worked properly for about two hours and then this happened. What a great video!! God bless!

  • @sewwhatseamstress9076
    @sewwhatseamstress9076 3 роки тому +55

    I love how you cover all the different scenarios of tangled thread but especially how you teach that using different thread colors to determine WHERE to start looking to correct the problem is AWESOME! I will definitely be checking out your other videos!

    • @kathyechano9109
      @kathyechano9109 2 роки тому +1

      My sewing machine cant run fast..very slow..how to fix it.any help?.thank you

    • @sewwhatseamstress9076
      @sewwhatseamstress9076 2 роки тому +1

      ​@@kathyechano9109Could be a couple of issues. First check your bobbin casing area for any dust or fluff particles as anything that finds it sway to wrap around that area will slow it down. Is it slow ALL the time or sometimes? If your motor sounds like it is struggling I would first suggest give the insides of it a thorough vacuum and if you have NOT given it any maintenance for a while a good cleaning and fresh sewing machine oil on all the elbow joints is warranted. Also, if you have NEVER had the gears checked that is a MUST because those gears MUST have a goo fresh coat of synthetic gear grease to allow it to move smoothly. I cant remember if I have a video on machine maintenance and what to look for when your machine starts slowing down. If I do I will send you that link, if I "don't" I am DEFINITELY making one! I always have a new foot pedal (minus the wiring) that I can attach to a machine like that to see if it is just the foot pedal getting old} a lot of times the contacts inside foot pedals loosen over time and all is needed is to open it up and tighten them back down. I will check on that video of mine and get back with you! Thank you for reaching out!

    • @sewwhatseamstress9076
      @sewwhatseamstress9076 2 роки тому

      @@kathyechano9109 See if this helps you out at all - shows how to see if it is the pedal causing slow machine ua-cam.com/video/TFyXOdPd2Lo/v-deo.html

    • @Tashvaldez
      @Tashvaldez 2 місяці тому

      I believe our Singer 530a is locked up. Cleaned 🪥 out, oiled in place of joints... lifted the bobbin and the wheel on the side to help get it started and press on the foot pedal needle will not drop (like it's stuck) at all, it is electric when apply pressure on the foot pedal or leg lever up by the knee for not having to use the foot pedal it still will not budge.
      Listening for motor sound that you can hear there's energy. Can't figure it out please help- Thank you!

    • @sewwhatseamstress9076
      @sewwhatseamstress9076 Місяць тому

      @@Tashvaldez If when pressing the foot or knee pedal lever, needle not moving, the problem could be a couple of things. Make sure that the bobbin winder is NOT ENGAGED. I am assuming that the hand wheel does not move when you are applying pressure to the foot pedal, so it could be that the lug motor belt needs to be replaced. Another problem could be that the "brushes" inside the motor have worn down and you would need to replace them to ensure a complete circuit of electrical contact.

  • @Zachary2016
    @Zachary2016 3 роки тому +11

    Im having problem with the lose thread down the fabric and i didn't know it jammed up there until I saw what you did. Thank you. It fixed my machine!

  • @halcyon119
    @halcyon119 3 роки тому +2

    You are lifesaver! I’m living abroad and there aren’t any sewing machine repair shop in my town. I tried everything adjusting the top thread tension and bobbin thread tension. Nothing worked. Until I found your video. After watching your video I looked at my machine again “carefully “ and there it was a needle mark. After filing it smooth. Voila it’s works. I’m still staggered how a needle mark can cause this problem. Note to self don’t try to force your machine do what they don’t want to do. Thank you so much. Se safe and healthy 😉

  • @ashjackson7473
    @ashjackson7473 7 місяців тому +3

    This video saved me a break down. I was working on a project and mid way I ran out of my bobbin. I refilled it and then this happened. I looked it up found this video fixed it and finished the project. Thank you so much!

  • @wandablomberg
    @wandablomberg 2 роки тому +8

    These are my 2 biggest problems, I thank you so much for covering both of these problems in one video and making it so easy. I have watched some of your other tutorials and followed your suggestions. I find that I feel so much more confident in working with my machine since watching how you fix the problems. Thank you!

  • @lisamartin1230
    @lisamartin1230 3 роки тому +25

    Love your videos. In all my years of sewing I've had every one of these problems (and still do) and your videos help a lot!

  • @l.baughman1445
    @l.baughman1445 3 роки тому +12

    Hooray!!!! This showed up on my feed and I had exactly this scenario with the fabric being pulled down and jamming. FIXED!! Thank you! My Pfaff thanks you. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😷👍

    • @lizbarnwell428
      @lizbarnwell428 2 роки тому +1

      Hi great to meet you...after years of having real problem with my Sewing machine..I was about to get rid of it and....I accidentally came across one of your videos + I immediatetly had a change of heart...I'm sewing night + day...thanks to you Sir...blessings

  • @duststorm2699
    @duststorm2699 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much! I followed all your directions & actually used a ball point pen and pushed the bobbin back into place just like you showed us. Praise the Lord! Sincerely

  • @jaannanelson
    @jaannanelson 3 роки тому +8

    Thank you for the advice. Was having a big problem like you described. Checked my bobbin case and found a big chip on the side. Replaced the bobbin and problems solved.

  • @LazyIRanch
    @LazyIRanch 3 роки тому +9

    Excellent video, sir! I'm going to give my old Featherweight another try but take the bobbin case holder out this time and check for burrs from needle strikes. I use my Dremel tool to buff out those burrs.
    First thing I always try is changing the needle and that fixes the issue at least half the time. I use good needles (schmetz) and buy them by the gross. There are no fabric stores within 30 miles of me, so I hate having to stop a project for common supplies.
    You've done a great job explaining this, and your videography is wonderfully clear and so helpful! THANK YOU!

  • @nitanice
    @nitanice 3 роки тому +2

    I've been trying to learn to sew in the pandemic. Done very little, but this has happened twice on my brand new Singer. I walked away from it yesterday. Watched the beginning of this, looked at my machine and voila, it wasn't looped through that upper arm. I did it, but it came undone. THANK YOU!

  • @aleex242
    @aleex242 3 роки тому +3

    This saved me. I’m a beginner and was like what the heck is happening. Now it makes complete sense. Thank you

  • @gteerink1
    @gteerink1 3 роки тому +6

    The second issue-back to sewing. Thank you!

  • @volly5151
    @volly5151 3 роки тому +9

    I've seen for 50 years and never knew why thread get so bunched up underneath, Thanks so much for sharing how to solve the problem. Loved your God story too.

  • @martinhitch9116
    @martinhitch9116 Рік тому

    Dear Sir, I cannot thank you enough. I have been sewing for a few years, and 'normally' I have solved 'birds nests' by retreading the machine. Occasionally, the thread had come out of the tension slot. This time, I was beginning to go insane, and was prepared to throw the machine out (not really!)
    You are the first person to mention the bobbin case. I took it out. Yes, it was scratched, a little, but more troublesome were the three needle holes. I ordered a new bobbin case, and so far, it's like I have a brand new machine. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

  • @joannasmall5595
    @joannasmall5595 3 роки тому +7

    I love this video. Having the same problem and I learned so much! Getting ready to try and fix my machine now!

  • @susanzapletal5299
    @susanzapletal5299 3 роки тому +5

    Amazing tutorial Sir. I learned so much and I am teaching my daughter to sew and can teach her how important knowing the mechanism of the machine is to the sewing itself. I have had this happen and did not know how I fixed it, so probably by chance re threaded the machine properly. Thank you very much.

  • @akamomto7
    @akamomto7 3 роки тому +12

    This was always my problem..........can't wait to check my machine now that I know how to FIX it! Thank you so much!

    • @marcibolton1845
      @marcibolton1845 3 роки тому

      Great video. I didn't know about the needle strikes. I'm not sure I have any plastic on my bobbin case, but if I ever have that rat' s nest problem, I'll be sure to look!I've found that sometimes I need to change the brand, type and/ or needle size, or even the weight or thread content. Also using Bottom Line brand thread for the bobbin is a life changer if you can find it. I liked the comment about getting any lint out of the bobbin case. Can also be a tension setting problem, of course. I have a Janome 6500 and it's like any thoroughbred. Everything has to be just right before the race. I've had it for years and love it. Thank you again for your expertise. I'll be back!!!

  • @crystalspeers490
    @crystalspeers490 2 роки тому +1

    I literally checked so many videos and couldn't figure out my problem until I watched yours. Thank you so much

  • @JessStaysHome
    @JessStaysHome 2 дні тому

    Wow this was so helpful! I was almost in tears because I couldn't figure out why my machine would jam immediately and have a big rats nest on the bottom of my fabric. Saving this video incase I need to trouble shoot again. Thank you thank you thank you!!!

  • @peggyscythes3321
    @peggyscythes3321 3 роки тому +3

    I am amazed right now!! I have been looking for videos on this sewing machine for months! During Covid, I became a mask maker. I had an old machine I picked up from a flea market years ago. Got it out and dusted it off. Got a few hundred done and the machine died. I had a lovely lady give me the Singer Superb!! Brand new! still has the HSN paperwork from 10 years ago! Anywho, I'm new to sewing and can not find one video (besides the HSN advert) on the Superb!!! Please if anyone has a suggestion, let me know! TYIA

    • @geraldinelombardo7434
      @geraldinelombardo7434 3 роки тому +1

      Peggy Scythes, uggg! As odd as it sound check ti make sure your foot pedal and main card are snug in the machine. As me how I know this!!🤦‍♀️

  • @27Emaustin
    @27Emaustin 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you so much for this video. The whole time I thought the issue was with my bobbin thread and spend around 2 hours troubleshooting that. Turns out it was my top thread. Fixed in about 5 minutes after watching this video.

  • @jeanneallie1826
    @jeanneallie1826 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks so much! Inherited my mom's Singer and it's different enough from the Kenmore I'd been using for decades that I was having trouble , and you just helped me figure out it was the upper tension. I'm so pleased. Thank you.

  • @tamsynbird9249
    @tamsynbird9249 8 місяців тому +2

    I taught myself to sew like in a space of say, 3 years and I've these exact issues. This video (I've watched twice already) has been so helpful, each time!

  • @1OneLoveSong1
    @1OneLoveSong1 3 роки тому +6

    Thank you for your help. Love the explanation. I spent almost 2 hours trying to fix my machine but thanks to you it was easier than I thought.

  • @soniagratwick9773
    @soniagratwick9773 3 роки тому +7

    I was at my whits end with my machine! Thank you for explaining how to fix it so carefully. Once I took off the foot plate and checked the bobbin holder, I noticed it was full of a ton of lint! One good clean later and it’s sewing beautifully. Thank you.

    • @grandmalovesmebest
      @grandmalovesmebest 2 роки тому +2

      Sonia, I know most of us sew till we drop so I made it a habit when i first bought a machine and taught myself to sew that every time I sat down to begin a session of sewing, I thoroughly and carefully cleaned out my machine. I clean in every space my brush can go and run it down the upper thread guides too. So much can go wrong from a tiny piece of lint or a tiny thread caught somewhere it shouldn't be. Happy sewing!

    • @brendahalcomb8148
      @brendahalcomb8148 7 місяців тому

      Want to visual lyrics see area of my machine it looks different from yours

  • @mickigarvey7608
    @mickigarvey7608 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks so much for your calm approach. I’m anything but calm when I have problems with my treasured machine...

  • @countryfireball1104
    @countryfireball1104 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for your instruction! You showed me exactly what was the problem in my machine, I fixed it, and now I'm going to finish my sewing project. Thank you! Thank you!

  • @georgele872
    @georgele872 3 роки тому +6

    great tips thanks, My sewing was looped threaded so and fixed after I watched your video

  • @crissidoll
    @crissidoll 4 роки тому +13

    Awesome content! Great camera angles. I learned troubleshooting this the hard way as a teenager, with no teacher, no internet & a desperate need to alter or mend something. For years I practically hated sewing until I learned much more, thanks to practice and the internet.
    My elderly friend had the 2nd issue exactly with her top loaded bobbin machine (mine is front loaded). Thankfully she was able to get the bobbin holder replaced.
    2 thumbs up and thanks for sharing.

    • @SewingMachineRepairGuy
      @SewingMachineRepairGuy  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the nice comment!

    • @grandmalovesmebest
      @grandmalovesmebest 2 роки тому +1

      I have the singer 9960 and had problems w the bobbin case when it was new. There was a slight wobble in it. Turned out the bobbin case had pokes in it wh was catching the thread. The best price I could get on a replacement case for that machine was $99 USD. The machine from Amazon was only $329+tax brand new! The new case was rubber whereas the original was plastic. After I replaced it, no problem and the machine was well used for 8+ yrs now. I guess manufacturers use cheaper parts to keep the cost down but nobody sold the cheap bobbin case as a replacement.🙋

  • @tassiemary
    @tassiemary 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks so much for your help. So well explained. I don’t feel helpless with my sewing machine now I’ve found your tutorials. Many blessings to you.

  • @lindahersh2578
    @lindahersh2578 3 роки тому +2

    Great video. Thanks for showing how to fix the two main problems I've had trouble with! Very clear and concise.

  • @Armaduras.Para.Adorar
    @Armaduras.Para.Adorar 3 роки тому +5

    Thank you God bless you, I was so sad because my machine didn’t work and now I fixed it.

  • @nancyklarer7890
    @nancyklarer7890 3 роки тому +4

    I have had both of these problems and I did get them fixed but not the right way lol So thanks so much for the easier way of doing it You're awesome ‼️🤗

  • @uNiquelyhandscrafted
    @uNiquelyhandscrafted Рік тому +1

    You good sir are amazing, i cleaned bobbin casing, re threaded the bobbin about 5 times, never, never thought to check the top thread! Solved within 3.58 of watching your video. Thank you very kindly!

  • @tanyapalmer8130
    @tanyapalmer8130 Рік тому

    I'm new at sewing, and you are the first one to give insight on where the tension on the sewing machine is . Thank you

  • @natarem
    @natarem 3 роки тому +6

    Thanks, my problem was the needle strike, fixed me right up. Thanks!

  • @jeannestrader6471
    @jeannestrader6471 2 роки тому +4

    This is the best video showing exactly what my machine did after being in shop. Now I am fixing to check it out. Thank you for such a great informative video because I am a visual person and it gave me the tools to work on my machine.

  • @wendyriach4921
    @wendyriach4921 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much. I have a much loved 30 yr old Husqvarna Prisma 990 which had a rats nest under the stitch plate. Following your video. We removed a tiny burr from the plastic bobbin case plate and it now is like new again.

  • @lizbarnwell428
    @lizbarnwell428 2 роки тому +1

    This step by step session is amaizingly awesome..you can pause your video until you get it right...kudos to you Sir..now I can have the full use of my machine + to you I say a heartfelt thanks...God bless you

  • @angiegracie6954
    @angiegracie6954 3 роки тому +3

    You are a Genius! I fixed it thanks to you it didn’t cost me a repair charge! 👍 liked 👍

  • @cathylawley863
    @cathylawley863 3 роки тому +4

    Definitely helpful information for any sewer/machine quilter to know - Thanks!

  • @sansmerci
    @sansmerci 5 місяців тому

    I'm "new" to sewing after about 25 years of occasional repair work. I was looking for tension information, and your video followed another. I like your technique, and it helps me understand why / HOW I completely broke my old machine. Thank you for the detail you provide!

  • @tammiemcdaniels4838
    @tammiemcdaniels4838 2 роки тому

    Thank you for an easy-to-understand video. I have a 29-year-old Singer 4620c that has never been serviced! I have been getting bottom thread loops for a while now. Taking it somewhere for service would cost me more than buying a new machine. While watching your video, I followed along and serviced my machine. There was a screw next to the bobbin socket that had backed out. Fixed! Thank you again for a great video!

  • @lisannewelch2277
    @lisannewelch2277 3 роки тому +3

    You got a subscribe from me on my first video because I'm pretty sure that you just saved me around 6 hours with that "jumping out of the hook" situation! I just rethreaded and everything was perfect! THANK YOU!!

  • @genicegorman3406
    @genicegorman3406 2 роки тому +6

    Bless you for mentioning the mask sewers! I have a friend who sewed over 2K masks for donation. I can't even imagine sewing that many. Love your channel and all the great info. I will be heading over to the hardware store for off set screwdrivers - never knew such a thing existed. Thanks for all you do!

  • @BrendaRWyatt
    @BrendaRWyatt 8 місяців тому

    I know this video is 3 years old but it was desperately needed today! Thank goodness I found your tutorial. 😁🖐️

  • @devonkittel6787
    @devonkittel6787 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for this video. I thought my sewing machine was broken. I started looking for a new one but I decided to see if there were a fix. I had to do the steps twice, but…..it is doing just fine now. Many thank you’s!!!

  • @sally8708
    @sally8708 3 роки тому +5

    Thank you so so so much!! I was extremely frustrated, and sewing should only be a fun creative endeavor. Thanks again!

    • @sally8708
      @sally8708 3 роки тому +1

      Btw, it was my late granny’s machine. I cried when I thought I broke it. I’m almost in tears again now that we can sew together once more 🥰

  • @anastacialimos6307
    @anastacialimos6307 3 роки тому +5

    I just got the answer on my problem thanks for sharing how to fix those kind God Bless you more from Hawaii

  • @malindaduplessis6056
    @malindaduplessis6056 2 роки тому

    Thanks for showing this video. The way you tell and sort the problem is so clear and thanks for helping me. Just a simple mistake can aggrivate a person and this is how I can help any one to fix it. I'm 71years youngh, and still fix machines for others as my husband passed away recently. You are helping me out now. Thanks again.

  • @clairecameron4340
    @clairecameron4340 Рік тому +1

    I fixed it! Thank you so incredibly much! My grandmother gave me my machine 12 years ago & I have tried everything for years to try and fix it and was just about to give up and buy a new one.

  • @fannie.9503
    @fannie.9503 Рік тому +2

    You just saved my weekend sewing with this video ☺️💜 thank you

  • @maureenbrook7173
    @maureenbrook7173 3 роки тому +5

    Thank you,your tutorial was clear, concise and easy to comprehend. I always thought it was a bobbin thread tension problem with the loopy stitches underneath the fabric.
    I am returning to sewing after a long break and loving it.

    • @Knittyneeds
      @Knittyneeds 2 роки тому

      Hi Maureen Brook. In other videos they say exactly this CHECK YOUR TENSION PROBLEM 🥺.

  • @normadykstra1213
    @normadykstra1213 3 роки тому +2

    I just happened upon your video and I am so glad I found it. My machine is doing that birds nest thing. I’m going to tear into it. Thank you for your help.

  • @claudiafarley2501
    @claudiafarley2501 9 місяців тому +1

    Thank you.. everything that happened on this video was happening to me in my sewing room last night. I did everything to try and fix it BUT never knew to check that plastic piece for needle strikes ...so off to my sewing room and try again. Before I bend another needle (which I did)..thank you. And I never thought of using my phone to get a closer look. Be doing that as well. God bless and have a great day

  • @Beerbroslife
    @Beerbroslife 3 роки тому +3

    Why is this the only video on the internet that really explains it?? Your goated man thank u❤️

  • @penneyreed7316
    @penneyreed7316 3 роки тому +11

    Using the phone for up close shots is genius.

  • @ladywest2149
    @ladywest2149 2 роки тому +1

    I'm new at sewing and have the same machine you show here. THANK YOU so very much for all your help 🙂

  • @mymyhart1701
    @mymyhart1701 3 роки тому +2

    Still one of the best "how to fix it" videos - thank you!

  • @christinamejer1892
    @christinamejer1892 3 роки тому +4

    So glad I found you today sir!! I too had a needle strike on my bobbin case ( in the bad spot too !) I never knew it was there, thanks to you I fixed it and it is now smooth as silk ! My Janome is purring once again :)

  • @kateclauson
    @kateclauson 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much for this video! I wasted half a day looking at my lower thread; not realizing that my upper thread jumped out of the hoop up top. 😂 This totally save me from going to the sewing repair shop.

    • @mano1188
      @mano1188 6 місяців тому

      😅 it was same my problem

  • @chaechong6806
    @chaechong6806 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for making this video!! My fabric was stuck and I was so frustrated!! I almost took the whole machine apart! Thank you very much!! Stay safe!!

  • @vaccavo
    @vaccavo 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the vídeo. I am a very impatient person. But since I started collecting sewing machines and started dealing with them, I've noticed that It is much better than psychoanalysis.

  • @clarajohn6662
    @clarajohn6662 3 роки тому +6

    Excellent ..... this should work, now I can sew today. You save me money doing my own maintenance on my sewing machine.
    Thank you,
    My reservation is the highest hot spot with coronavirus. I sent face mask to my sister, helps me distribute them. Than you very much.

  • @valoriehilbmann977
    @valoriehilbmann977 3 роки тому +3

    This video was very helpful and taught me a lot.

  • @thebernsteinbears6137
    @thebernsteinbears6137 3 роки тому +1

    This is the best one off all the videos for fixing the sewing machine.

  • @A10TOES
    @A10TOES 3 роки тому +2

    This guy knows his machines, big THanks! I’m subbing.

  • @coralmclaughlin9864
    @coralmclaughlin9864 3 роки тому +3

    Nice clear instructions, thank you!

  • @BirdBestFriends
    @BirdBestFriends 3 роки тому +3

    Hi! Super Thanks for this video! And that trivia 😇 God has used you to create this video and helped us to solve the problem. I tried everything to fix it, and only your advice works perfectly. thank you once again

  • @AnonymousBuddha
    @AnonymousBuddha 3 роки тому +2

    Brand new Singer and I thought I’d broken it! Thank you! Never even thought about it being the too bobbin.

  • @raziashariff5212
    @raziashariff5212 2 роки тому

    You are the best
    We were going crazy with the looping for a long time, I opened the machine and found a piece of a broken needle and lots of dust collected.
    Now my machine is good as new
    Thank you

  • @lydiarose2981
    @lydiarose2981 3 роки тому +26

    Great instructions and nice to hear the Biblical quote from the Book of Genesis. It's great to hear the Lord getting all the credit as He should. God Bless.

  • @LiveFreeorDiary
    @LiveFreeorDiary 3 роки тому +16

    I really thought this video would fix my issue but unfortunately I’m still skipping stitches and getting knots!😩 thank you for helping everyone - I know extra things to check now, at least!

    • @SherlockOhms119
      @SherlockOhms119 3 роки тому +3

      I had to get some better needles, that German brand worked good. Some brands are a bit too short. You can try loosening needle set screw and pulling needle down a hair at a time. Double check threading of bobbin.

    • @robertberry2671
      @robertberry2671 3 роки тому +3

      Your needle bar height might need adjusted. Replace needle first.

    • @Texaschic79915
      @Texaschic79915 2 роки тому +1

      I have a singer smart … My bottom stitch not sewing properly. But it’s not bunching up. I rethreaded, then still the same problem… I read that the presser foot needs to be up while threading … I tried that and it’s sewing both sides the same now lol. Buuuuut I do occasionally get the ripped thread then I rethread and start all over. I don’t see or hear my needle hitting anything. Not sure how to fix that. It’s very annoying along with the bottom stitch not sewing correctly from earlier.

    • @vngrlhobst188
      @vngrlhobst188 Рік тому

      @@Texaschic79915 Don't know if it will help, but I just had my needle plate replaced because he said it was so rough from needles hitting it that it was tearing the thread? Worth a try, I guess.

    • @jojosewist8921
      @jojosewist8921 8 місяців тому

      @@Texaschic79915 I know your comment was a year ago, but this might help someone else. You don't say what type or weight thread you are using, but you may need a larger needle or another type needle with a bigger eye. So the thread has enough room inside the eye and isn't shredded by the edges of the eye. Also is your thread new? Old thread, or thread that has sat out in a room with light, dust, and sun light can be weakened and shreds and breaks easier.

  • @ahnahdzz
    @ahnahdzz 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for the reminder on Gods first recorded works💗🧵🪡 our garments🧸💗

  • @lorrainescott-bullard2629
    @lorrainescott-bullard2629 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for your help with sewing machines. I'm learning to understand the more modern sewing machines.