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Either the bobbin has been incorrectly wound, installed incorrectly, and the upper thread hasn't been fed correctly. Sometimes the wheel to feed the upper thread is moved in the wrong direction.
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 8y agoThere are a few reasons why your top thread isn't catching the bottom thread:
Your top thread isn't threaded correctly. You may want to start over and completely rethread your machine (and check the manual to make sure you're threading it correctly).
Your needle might not be properly aligned. Try turning your machine off and then back on again, and make sure your needle isn't bent. If it is, replace it.
Your thread might be tangled. Try cutting it and starting with a fresh cut.
Your bobbin might be off. Be sure your bobbin is set correctly, and threaded correctly. Check the manual to make sure it is.
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∙ 10y agoI had the same proble, ... Finally figured it out, change the needle with a new one, (Nostly the problem comes when thwe neele bends..) :)
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∙ 14y agoYour best bet is to remove all thread and carefully rethread the machine all over again.
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What is a sewing bobbin?
A sewing bobbin is a small spool of thread that goes underneath the needle and sewing platform. It provides the lower thread for the sewing machine. Different models of machines use different bobbins, but most machines require you to create the bobbin yourself.If you'd like to see a picture of a typical sewing machine bobbin, visit the "related link" below.If you look at a diagram of the way a sewing machine works, you can see that when the needle goes down to the bobbin, the bobbin thread is pushed around the upper thread, and that is how the two pieces of fabric are joined together.The upper thread goes along the top of the seam, and the bobbin thread goes along the bottom of the seam.
Do you need to have bobbins for your sewing machine?
I'm not exactly sure what you are asking, but if it is "WHAT IS a sewing machine bobbin?" then I can help. The sewing machine bobbin is the round "wheel" like part that holds the thread under the sewing needle. In the older machines it was metal, and in the newer machines it is mainly plastic. Mostly, these bobbins are not interchangeable from one machine to the next. Each sewing machine brand requires its' own specific bobbin. Without the bobbin (with thread on it!) a machine is unable to sew.
Instruction manual for singer 2517 sewing machine?
Yes, do a search for Singer Sewing Machine Manuals. There is probably a fee to receive a copy.
What is the function of the needle bobbin winder on a sewing machine?
The winder allows the machine to transfer thread from a spool onto the bobbin, which provides the underside, connecting, stitches. It does a better and more even job of it that winding the thread by hand.
What is a bobbin used for?
It is used to hold the bottom thread when sewing on a sewing machine
How do you load a front loading bobbin?
I'm assuming you're talking about winding a bobbin on a sewing machine? If so, there is a post similar to the one for thread (near it) that you put the empty bobbin on. Then you put your spool of thread where it goes on the machine. You wind your thread from the spool of thread to the bobbin (there's usually a little chart on your machine, but if not, the thread goes through a hook or two and then you wind it about 4 times around the bobbin (clockwise). In newer machines you then push the bobbin toward a holder type thing that is near it. This disengages the needle from going up and down and lets the machine wind the thread as you push the pedal. On older machines, you have to turn the handle of the machine toward you and it disengages the needle, allowing the bobbin to be filled when you press the pedal. Hope this helps! You could probably google your sewing machine name and how to thread a bobbin and maybe get a diagram.
What is the purpose of the bobbin clutch nob on the sewing machine?
the purpose is to have a thread holder that connects the thread to the needle
What carries the lower thread on your sowing machine?
The lower bobbin carries the lower thread and the upper bobbin carries the upper thread to use when the sewing machine is working (NOT SOWING Machine)!!! The needle carries the upper thread - NOT the lower thread - as the question asked!!
What is the purpose of a bobbin in a sewing machine?
A bobbin winder is the part of a sewing machine that takes the thread from a spool of thread and winds it on the bobbin. The sewing machine bobbin is a mini-spool of thread, made of plastic or metal, that holds the thread that will be on the underneath portion of your fabric when you sew. The top thread comes from the spool of thread and the thread on the bottom side of your fabric comes from the bobbin. Instead of winding the thread on the bobbin by hand, long and tedious, the machine will wind it for you if you load it up correctly. Check your owner's manual for instructions. If you don't have a manual, do a google search for it by entering the name of your machine branch and the model # and it will probably find one. Also, any experienced sewer can show you how.
How do you fill the bobbin?
such as in a sewing machine? Your sewing machine should have a button on it. it should have to 2-3 spindles at the top. Using your spindle of thread, thread through the machine and wrap thread around bobbin, replace bobbin back where it was and push your foot pedal, if this dont work find the brand name and write to the company and request a handbook. You can find the company from searching the net.
How do you get the second thread in the belly of the sewing machine up to the outside of the sewing machine?
The "second thread in the belly of the sewing machine" is called the bobbin thread. To pull up the bobbin thread, first make sure that you've threaded your machine (correctly! <grin>). Presser foot should be up. Then pull about 6" of thread and anchor it to the base of the machine with your left hand finger. By hand, crank the flywheel one revolution and voila`, the bobbin thread will pull out. You can use a flat tool to sweep from front to back underneath the sewing foot to get the tail behind the presser foot. Sometimes it takes one or two tries to get it.
What to do if your sewing machine won't sew?
Check and see if the bobbin thread is wound/jamming the feeder, if so carefully remove the bobbin & the thread. Clean out any loose thread bits and any thread/fabric dust. If this doesn't work try cleaning and oiling your sewing machine. Once you have done these things rethread your sewing machine, check the bobbin to make sure the thread is on correct (if it is too loose or not on smoothly you may need to reload your bobbin), replace the bobbin in the holder and test on scrap fabric that you are sewing so as to set the tenion of the thread. Always refer to your sewing machines mannal also.
