Singer Sewing Machine Not Sewing?I have a Singer Fashion Mate Model 237. The presser foot will raise and lower. It will pick up the bobbin thread and bring it through to the top. It feeds the fabric properly. I have not moved the tension from number five. The problem is that it is not sewing ever since I broke a needle.
Finding a Replacement Handwheel for a Kenmore Machine?I am trying to locate a replacement handwheel for a Kenmore zig zag sewing machine 158.1803 or 158.1703.
Fabric Feeding Diagonally on Singer Machine?The fabric won't feed straight on my Singer 9960. So when I sew, it moves in a diagonal manner. The feed dog is up and there is no dirt found around it. How do I correct this?
Tension Issues with a Kenmore Sewing Machine?Bought a Kenmore 385.16324 sewing machine new 16 yrs ago. It has been a work horse. I use it all the time. The tension is now a problem, see photos: #1 is top and #2 is bottom. I have cleaned the bobbin case, feed dogs, replaced the needle, rethreaded it numerous times, and worked on tension settings after each sample row. I am still getting the weird stitches on the back side.
Finding Parts for a New Home sx2122 Sewing Machine?I have a New Home sx2122 sewing machine. Can anyone help me find out when it was manufactured? I have had it since it was new, but I've had it that long and I can't put a date on it. Also are parts still available for my beloved machine?
Machine Only Sews Forward When Pushing Reverse Button?I bought a vintage Japanese badged Singer zigzag machine. It sewed beautifully, but I couldn't get it in reverse. So I removed the stitch regulator button as this is part of it, to see if the reverse button was frozen. When I put it back together, now it won't sew forward unless I hold the reverse button. The feed dogs don't move unless I hold it in.
Upper Thread on Pfaff Catching On the "Thread Fetcher"?I have a Pfaff Quilt Expression 4.0. Just last night it stopped working - the fabric wouldn't feed through and the bobbin thread wasn't catching. After some investigation it appears that the upper thread is getting caught on this little metal arm that is called an "upper thread fetcher". Anyone know why? Or how I can fix it?
Janome Sewist 780DC Doesn't Pick Up Bobbin Thread?My Janome Sewist 780DC will not pick up the bobbin thread. I have replaced the needle and made sure the reel of thread and the bobbin thread are the same.
Repairing a Pfaff Creative Sensation Sewing Machine?I have a Pfaff Creative Sensation with ActivStitch technology. When I press the pedal, it sews a few stitches and stops. The front panel turns green. Can anyone explain why this is happening?
Kenmore Zig Zag Stitch Knob Not Working?I was given a Kenmore 158.504 with a cabinet in good condition by a friend. I just fell in love with this one. The zigzag knob in the front does not seem to do anything though. I opened up the top access and see that the knob when turned does not move the needle sideways like it is supposed to. I have a feeling some kind of a cam is missing.
Reattaching Thread Tension Knob on a Kenmore Machine?I'm trying to learn how to sew with my mom's Kenmore Ultra-Stitch 8 sewing machine. The first step was to set it up. However, the upper tension thread control knob/device is not attached to the machine and I cannot figure out how to reattach it. I have the manual, but it doesn't provide any info on this. Can' anyone walk me through how to fix this?
Janome Needle Arm Bumps into Threader?I have a Janome DC2011 sewing machine. When I zigzag stitch, I found that the needle arm bumps into the needle threader at the highest point in a single stitch. Can I repair this myself?
Kenmore Sewing Machine Foot Pedal Not Working?I have a Kenmore 10 older model 12511 and it was working good. While I was sewing it stopped working. I stepped on foot pedal and it would no longer go. What could be the problem?
Sewing Machine Needle Won't Move Using Pedal?I have a Singer sewing machine. I have not had it a year yet. When I went to use my machine today my needle will move using the handle to move it up and down, but when I press on the pedal it makes the noise, but the needle stays still. The bobbin pin spins like normal when I use pedal still. I have taken the cotton off and reloaded it and there was no change.
Tension Not Adjusting on Singer Sewing Machine?I'm trying to sew using my Singer machine, but the thread is tangling badly underneath my fabric. The stitching on the top of the fabric looks fine, but underneath its a mess. The bobbin is the right way up, and I'm fairly sure it's threaded properly as I followed the manuals instructions. I suspect the issue is the tension, as it feels the same whether I turn the dial up or down.
Zig Zag Lever on New Home 613 Sewing Machine Stuck?I have New Home model 613 sewing machine. It is 42 years old and I cannot get the zig zag lever to move.
Feed Dogs Stuck Down on Janome 415?My Janome 415 jammed and I dropped the feed dog and removed the bobbin and cleared the jam. The feed dog will not go back up. Is this something I can fix?
Replacing the Thread Guide on a Singer 6215C?How do I replace the thread guide on my 6215C? The manual doesn't show me how.
Empisal Machine Pattern Dial Selector Not Working?My Empisal 550 sewing machines pattern dial selector is not working. I can turn it and it will stay on straight stitch, how do I repair this?
Kenmore Machine Won't Sew Hand Wheel Locked?I have a Kenmore 385.11 sewing machine. I was filling a bobbin the other day and had the hand wheel turned in that position. Then when I was done I put the hand wheel back into the sewing position, but it locked. The hand wheel will not move and machine will not sew. What do I do now?
Bobbin Won't Wind on a Toyota Sewing Machine?I have a Toyota series SP20 sewing machine. My bobbin is not winding even though I have put a new battery in. The battery seems loose in the holder. Can you suggest how I can fix this problem please?
Kenmore Keeps Switching from Zig Zag to Straight Stitch?I have a Kenmore sewing machine model 835.16221. The first 12-15 stitches on the zigzag setting are perfect and then it switches to a straight stitch. Any ideas on how to correct this?
Buying a Shuttle for a Jones Serpentine Hand Crank Sewing Machine?I have a Jones serpentine hand cranked sewing machine (cat back). Please can someone advise me of the shuttles I need for my sewing machine. It has shuttle reel, but no shuttle. I'm hoping it will then work. It also has 2 needles, but I'm hoping to purchase more.
Foot Pedal Not Working on Empisal Serger?Two months ago I bought a an Empisal serger. I have only used it twice. I was using it today when the foot stopped, the light was still on. I tested the foot on my sewing machine and it was working fine, but when I put it on the serger it was not working. Can anybody help me by letting me know how I can fix it or what might be the problem?
Singer E2 Error Code?I just recently bought my Singer 5200 and have been getting an E2 error on it since I first tried it. I also have the bobbin image showing and have rewound and rethreaded the machine. I still am receiving the error. What can I do to fix it?
Replacement Parts for a Singer Sewing Machine?Where do I buy the inner parts for a Singer E99670 handwheel replacement coil?
Husqvarna Sewing Machine Stitches Without Using Pedal?The pedal of my sewing machine, a Husqvarna 2000, doesn't work any more. When I plug it in, it starts up the sewing machine, but I have no control over it. The needle goes on and on whether I apply or don't apply pressure on it.
Repairing a Kenmore Sewing Machine?I have a Sears Kenmore model 33 sewing machine. The pressure foot knob is stuck in the down position. What can I do? Also at the same time the knob that locks the stitch in for the zigzag stitch is stuck. I cannot turn it at all.
Nelco 7400 Manual?I have a Nelco 7400 sewing machine. For some reason the bobbin is not sewing, it threaded thru, but is not sewing at all. And I can't seem to be able to find a manual for my specific machine. If anyone is able to help troubleshoot or if they have a spare manual they are willing to share, it would be greatly appreciated!
Singer Bobbin Winder Is Not Working?I have a Singer 7470 and the bobbin starts to wind, but then immediately shuts off with a beeping sound. I have to turn the machine off and then on to clear the display. Any thoughts?
Repairing a Kenmore Sewing Machine?I have an old Kenmore sewing machine and it runs smoothly until I put the bobbin cover on it and then it freezes up. It is in a bind when it freezes up. What do I do for it?
Adjusting New Home Needle Position?I have recently acquired a 535 New Home Janome sewing machine. How do I adjust the needle position so that it is in the centre? It is sewing fine, but the needle is to the left as shown in the picture.
Problems with Singer Sewing Machine Auto tension?I am always having problems with my Singer sewing machine's tension. I have checked everything, needles, etc. But even after many services it still drags the the fabric down and makes loose bottom stitches. It's a Singer heavy duty 1980s Pattern 17-24 machine with an auto tension. Does anyone have any ideas before I dump it and buy a new one?''
Elna Experience 580 Won't Sew in Reverse?My 2yr old Elna Experience 580 has a reverse sewing button. When I use it all that happens is the needle moves extremely slowly. What can I do to solve this!
Singer 9022 Bobbin Winder Not Turning?I purchased my Singer 9022 new and have had this machine for many years. It's been amazing, however, now my bobbin winder won't wind. I can hear it whirling when pressing the floor pedal, but the bobbin will not turn. I was trying to remove the top to take a peek, but can't figure out how. I removed all screws (3) that I saw, but there's something else holding it down.
Singer Machine Won't Pick Up Bobbin Thread?My Singer 7422 Advanced portable machine locked up when I was trying to use the zig-zag stitch for repair on denim fabric shorts. I had to cut the material/thread loose. It sounded like it was hitting something. I re-threaded the machine and it will not pickup the bobbin thread.
Singer Sewing Machine Stuck in Reverse?My model 6235 Singer sewing machine only sews in reverse. I have taken it somewhat apart, but it looks like the reverse button raises the reverse lever, but the lever will not come back down unless I push it down. I have oiled the moving parts but it seems pretty stiff. Any ideas?
Singer Sewing Machine Not Stitching?My Singer classic does not sew. It grabbed the bobbin thread, but it won't do any stitches. It does go up and down. The needle is right, the tension is right, something else is wrong.
Janome Sewing Machine Making a Buzzing Sound?I have a 18 yr old Janome model 4618. I've been sewing face masks quite a bit these last two weeks with the coronavirus shut down. My machine is now making a loud buzzing noise when it is running. It still sews normally. It is just loud.
Repairing a Brother Sewing Machine?My Brother SQ9185 is throwing a Code E1. How do I fix this?
1951 Singer Sewing Machine Won't Start?This sewing machine was given to me by my grandma and I've never used any sewing machine before. I am attempting to learn how, but when I plug it in it does nothing. Does this mean the motor is broken or is there something I'm not doing? I've tried looking up videos, but they're very confusing when you don't know what you're doing.
Repairing a PFAFF Creative 7570?I have a PFAFF creative 7570. It was working fine and then the screen stopped working. Any idea what could be causing this and how I can fix it?
Repairing a Kenmore Sewing Machine Stitch Length Switch?I have a Sears Kenmore model 158.13010 sewing machine. The stitch length switch will not stay in place. I am not sure how to fix it.
Installing a Needle in a Brother Sewing Machine?I have a Brother sewing machine cs6000i. I cannot get a new needle installed. The clamp/screw does not hold it in place. I have spent hours trying everything I could think of. I have only had it 4 months!
Mini Chef Sewing Machine Not Stitching?So my sewing machine was first of all hooking to later realize that the bobbin case has shifted and the needle was hitting it. So I opened it up and turned the bobbin case back. Then I left it and came back another time to use it and it wasn't stitching. I checked online and they said the hook timing was wrong. I checked it and fixed it.
Sewing Machine Stitches Are Loose?Everything works great on it, but my stitches are always loose each time I sew something I end up just doing it by hand. That as we know takes forever.
Repairing a Nelco Sewing Machine?My Nelco SZA 2211 needs repair after every project. I'm sewing simple surgical masks. But the wheel that advances the needle slips and spins. When the machine does advance it won't cross a simple bump of elastic in the seam. And the stitches bunch, and gather the fabric. Will a manual give me the information I need to repair this antique? Mine was lost years ago.
Finding the Model Number for a Nelco Sewing Machine?Can someone tell me the model # for this machine? So I can look for the manual!
Thread Bunches on the Top When Sewing in Reverse?I have a Kenmore model 385 17630. My big problem is that when I try to back stitch it gets big loops on the top. I've cleaned it, changed the needle, and have tried to adjust the tension for the top and also tried to adjust the bobbin tension.
No Power to the Motherboard in Husqvarna Long Arm?I have a Husqvarna Mega 18 x 8 Quilter. I had thread to hang up in the bobbin cace and I turned it off and removed the thread. When I turned it back on it started powering up as it is suppose to do, but all of a sudden it went completely out, like the power had gone out. An electrician determined that cord is hot up to where it goes into the mother board.
Janome Memory Craft 4800 Reverse Button Not Working?When sewing, my reverse stitch button and up down button won't work.
Screws for Older Kenmore# 17892?I need one to secure the needle plate beneath the pressure foot, and one to hold the lint tray underneath the arm. I was cleaning and my wife 'helped' and lost those screws after moving the machine parts while I was at work.
Thread Knotting Up in Bobbin Case?I've just picked up sewing and I've hit a snag. I don't know why all these threads are coming up from under the bobbin area! I think the top thread is getting stuck in the bobbin casing somehow and none of the stitches are sticking. It's all coming undone.
Toyota Machine Won't Sew Leather?My Toyota was sewing leather OK a couple of days ago. Now it will sew anything but the thin leather. I've checked over the machine, changed the needle, etc., but the stitches aren't catching.
Repairing a Bernina Sewing Machine?I have a nice Bernini 830 Electronic Record sewing machine that I use in my alteration business and lately when I do the overlock stitch no. 5 I get a lot of skipped stitches and have to go over the sewing again to fill the stitches in. I've cleaned it, but still have the problem. I am just wondering if there is something wrong with the cam. I know I'll probably have to take the machine in.
Adjusting the Needle Position on a Kenmore?The needle position on my Kenmore 385.19233 isn't centered. It's too far right. How do I fix this?
Repairing a Singer Quantum 9960 Sewing Machine?My Singer sounds like it threw a rod. Can you help?
Needle Not Moving on a Singer Sewing Machine?I have a Singer sewing machine, model 5500/5400. The needle won't go up and down. The motor is working and it shows code 34 when I try to sew.
Needle Not Moving on a Brother Sewing Machine?I bought this sewing machine, a Brother LS14, not too long ago and used it to fix a few of my clothes. After not using it for about a month I tried to use it and the needle will no longer go up and down when I press the peddle or turn it manually?
Brother Embroidery Machine Skips Stitches?I have a Brother Innovis NS1150E embroidery machine. Occasionally it skips stitches. Is there a way to go back and restitch them?
Sewing Machine Not Picking Up Bobbin Thread?The bobbin thread is not connecting with the needle thread to begin sewing.
Singer 8280 Handwheel Hard to Turn?The handwheel is almost frozen! It is very hard to turn it! There are no jammed threads! I was sewing and it kept slowing down, with my foot pressed down on the pedal all the way. I tried turning the handwheel towards me slightly, and it would sew a little more, then stall again. So I removed the top thread and bobbin, then reloaded both. Then, it could not pick up bobbin thread!
Adjusting the Needle on a Kenmore Sewing Machine?How do you adjust the needle on a Kenmore sewing machine?
Needle on Kenmore Sewing Machine Hitting Shuttle?The needle on my Kenmore 385-12814 sewing machine is running into the shuttle assembly. It started as I was half way through a project. Any ideas?
Stitch Selection Knob Not Working on a Kenmore?The stitch selection knob on this will not move. I bought it at a thrift store; it looks great. It is a Kenmore, model 158-1792.
Repairing a Pfaff Sewing Machine that Is Jamming?I have a Pffaf p80 that has been jamming the material and making a bundle of thread in the bobbin. It is only the upper thread, like it is not picking the upper one.
Changing the Fuse on a Brother Sewing Machine?Can you advise me where on my Brother LS2125 sewing machine I can go to change the fuse? I Believe it blew when I used a power board that was using multiple appliances. My manual does not give instructions on fuse changing, only bulb changing.
E4 Error on Jack JK9100b Sewing Machine?How do I resolver an E4 error on a JACK JK9100B sewing machine?
Tension Problems on a Singer Sewing Machine?I have a Singer 6268 sewing machine. The stitch is bubbling up which I know is a tension problem. I have checked the manual and I have tried adjusting the tension button, but it is not working. I have rethreaded my machine and changed and the bobbin. Any other ideas of how to fix the tension?
Adjusting the Needle Position on a Kenmore Sewing Machine?My Kenmore 158 13010 needle is left of center. How do I get it to center and or how do I adjust it left to right and center. I don't have the manual, but it is a problem.
John Deere Riding Mower Won't Start?I have a John Deere X730 mower. When I turn the key the dash lights turn on and the headlights work (bright), but it doesn't turn over.
Thread Won't Stay in the Needle on a Toyota RS2000 Sewing Machine?I have a Toyota RS2000 sewing machine. I threaded the machine as I usually do, and went to machine up a seam, but the thread kept coming out of the needle when I press the foot to sew. I don't know why. I tried different settings, but it still kept popping out of the eye in the needle!
Singer 62868 Feed Dogs Not Moving the Fabric?The feed dogs on my wife's Singer 6268 do not feed the material. I can see that the feed dogs do not move up or down with the foot feed down and turning the the knob to move the needle up and down. Could this have to do with a gear? I don't know if I should open the bottom of the case to see if something is slipping.
Reattaching the Presser Foot on a Pfaff 1020?I have a Pfaff 1020 machine and while I was hemming some jeans my presser foot fell off and won't reattach. Usually I can just pop it back into place and I assumed it was magnetic. I'm not quite sure what happened.
Repairing a Brother Sewing Machine?I replaced my needle and now my sewing machine won't thread the needle. What am I doing wrong?
Brother Sewing Machine Foot Pedal Not Working?I have a Brother SPQ 1500 SL. My foot pedal won't work. I have to use the turn wheel to get my machine to work, but when I stop sewing my machine won't start sewing back and the needle down light flashes. I have changed the foot pedals and am still having the same problem.
New Home Sewing Machine Won't Sew a Zig Zag Stitch?I have stripped and serviced my New Home SS2015 machine, but I need to know the correct position when the needle is down in relation to the bobbin unit. On zig zag it is only doing a straight stitch as not picking up thread on one of the down positions of the needle. I have tried moving the belt onto a different cog, but nothing seems to work. The needle does go zig zag.
Repairing a Singer Sewing Machine?I have a Singer Model 9217 sewing machine. It runs fine, but the light for the pattern selector is out. I can't tell which stitch it is on without testing each time. I assumed it was a simple replacement of a bulb or maybe an electrical problem, but the repairman says it is the "light board" which is no longer available. I can't find any references to a "light board" anywhere.
Replacing Nylon Gear on a Kenmore Sewing Machine?My model 158.541 Kenmore sewing machine stitches very nicely, but I cannot adjust the stretch length. I found that the nylon gear that sits behind the stitch length knob is broken. Can I replace it? Do you have instructions or video?
Vintage Singer 5102 Needle Jammed?I just purchased a second hand vintage sewing machine (Singer 5102). The problem is after I went through cleaning and servicing it, I couldn't get the needle to move. The hand wheel, belt, and fan bit of motor move fine, but I noticed there is brown thread stuck in a joint of the arm that attaches the needle arm to the thread take-up lever.
Repairing a Janome Sewing Machine?I have a Janome MC6000 machine. While sewing the balance wheel stalled and then only spun after that. Did I strip gears or break a belt? I can still manually raise and lower the needle.
Feed Dogs Not Moving Fabric?I have a Brother Odyssey 8060 sewing machine. While the feed dogs move back and forth and go up they don't seem to lower or feed the fabric through while sewing. I have cleaned it out and removed the needle plate to make sure no dust or thread and fabric were stuck.
Adjusting the Needle Position on a Kenmore Machine?I need to find the place where I adjust the needle position on the Kenmore sewing machine model 38519233400.
Sewing Machine Not Getting Power?The light on my sewing machine doesn't glow when I plug in the speed controller and there is not any movement in the machine to be seen at all. So I am wondering if it's the machine or the speed paddler that isn't working! Please suggest what to do?
Kenmore Sewing Machine Not Running?I accidentally pulled the electric cord connection out of my Kenmore sewing machine. After plugging it back in, there seems to be absolutely no power to the sewing machine. There is no noise whatsoever. The wall outlet is fine and the cords look okay. There is no off/on switch for this sewing machine. You just push on the pedal when ready to sew. Any suggestions?
Stitch Selection Dial on Kenmore Machine Not Working?My Kenmore 385 will not switch to other stitches. You can turn the dial and it moves easily, but is not engaging to switch stitches. Can this be repaired?
Thread Cutter on Pfaff Sewing Machine Not Cutting?Recently the thread cutter does not seem to be cutting the thread. When I finish the stitching line, press the "immediate tie-off" button, the threads stay attached to the fabric. I have changed the needle, rethreaded the bobbin and spool, and cleaned under the plate. The manual does not address this problem.
Kenmore Sewing Machine Won't Run?The light works, but the machine will not run.
Adjusting the Needle Alignment on a Singer 774?Where can I adjust the needle alignment on my Singer 774? The left, right, and center are all off.
Singer Sewing Machine Displaying Error Code E2?I have a Singer 7258 sewing machine. When trying to wind the bobbin, it stops after just a second and shows error code E2. It looks like the needle is not disengaging. Does anyone know how to fix this? I'm heartbroken. I have been waiting 3 years to start quilting for my grandchildren.
Finding the Model and Serial Number on a New Home Sewing Machine?I just bought a vintage New Home Light Running sewing machine. It's in a beautiful wood cabinet with 3 drawers on each side and a double table top. (1 opens to the left and the other to the right) The only numbers I can find are on a stamped plate behind the neck of the hand wheel. The numbers are NHR 113588. Is this the model number or serial number?
Cleaning the Tension Mechanism on a Pfaff Sewing Machine?How do I open the housing of a Pfaff 7550 to clean the thread tension mechanism?
Presser Foot on Kenmore Machine Won't Move?The presser foot on my Kenmore 385 19157100 sewing machine won't go up or down. The lever moves, but the foot does not budge. Does anyone know how to repair this?
Replacement Shuttle Hook for a Kenmore Sewing Machine?I have a Kenmore 10 stitch sewing machine. The model number is 385-1249380. I am looking to the replace the shuttle hook, Ref.#1- part #47.
Needle Doesn't Pick Up Bobbin Thread?I have a Nustyle 227 sewing machine. The needle won't pick up thread from bobbin.
Needle on a Singer Sewing Machine Not Moving?The needle on my Singer 5522 will not go up and down. How can I fix it?
Repairing a Singer Sewing Machine?I have a Singer model#30215. Why do I have a dead spot on my machine, revolutions are not consistent.
Removing the Front Cover on a Kenmore Sewing Machine?How do I remove the front cover on a Kenmore 385.1782480 sewing machine?
Kenmore Sewing Machine Not Feeding Fabric Forward?My Kenmore model 52 sewing machine does not feed forward, only in reverse. The grips below the presser foot move, but don't "rotate" when feeding forward, but do correctly "rotate" when backstitching. It is not the pressure on the presser foot. I have adjusted it, and no change. I looked underneath, and nothing apparent seems to present itself.
Sewing Machine Needle Keeps Breaking?I have threaded my needle more than 10 times and it keeps breaking. I have broken like about 4 needles and all the bits fell into the machine how can I get it out? Does this affect my sewing? I am frustrated and tired; what should I do?
Praff Creative 7570 Repair?I began sewing this morning when it seemed the needle would not lift and was in the bobbin casing. I checked for jammed thread/material, etc. nothing.
Adjusting Needle Position on a Kenmore Sewing Machine?I have a vintage Kenmore sewing machine model #1703. Can I re-adjust the feed and or the needle position? It sews for a a few stitches and then the needle hits the feed. I've never had a Kenmore, but I worked on my all metal Singer and other machines. It had been in a garage for a while, but in its table so it was somewhat protected, and I know it needs to be oiled.
