Sewing Machine 101 The White 764

I get many E's regarding different specific problems with machines or a bad stitch. Without being there to see exactly how the machine is set up it is hard to diagnose a certain machine or problem. So I figured I would hit all the basics to try to resolve many common problems on many different machines. NOTE Crazy Short Cut Quilts is the channel I was refering to, not Crazy Mixed Up..

[@kellyduffy1429]

I inherited my grandmothers sewing machine, that she used to make my baby clothes on and when my modern brother sewing machine died because it’s made of plastic. I pulled my grandmas out and I didn’t know how to use it. So thank you. It means so much to me.

[@Jennifermcintyre]

Thank you for sharing this! I have the white model 967 and inherited it from my grandmother… you showed me what I was doing wrong with the tensioner and this has solved the problem I’ve been struggling with for a while!! Much appreciated!

[@notimportantatalllll]

I have to thank you! I bought a White sewing machine model 642 today. I have been looking for the last four hours trying to find a manual (mine didn't have one, as I bought it at a thrift store). I'm a complete newbie and had never knew how to tread the machine, and was having a really hard time figuring it out. Thanks a bunch!!!

[@marym2761]

I got a second hand White 764 in the '70s when I was in high school. Still sews a treat. It only had a muddy photo copied manual, so on occasion I've checked the local online want ads for one. Recently I saw an original manual for $20. I thought it was a bit pricy until I realized this was for the manual AND the machine. So now I have two 764s and couldn't be more pleased.

[@MapleLoon.]

Thank you so much for making this video. I am just learning how to use a sewing machine and this is the exact same sewing machine that i have sitting downstairs :)

[@emilydomney9220]

I absolutely love your voice! I was given a white 764 and haven’t used it yet as I’m used to my viking from 1970’s. Thank you for the very detailed and soothing voice instructional video! Subscribed 😀

[@joannepeiee7237]

Recently I had problems handling my Jarome 672 especially the bobbin casing and ring. Thank you very much for your valuable guidance.

[@juliasherwood697]

THIS IS SO FREAKING HELPFUL!!

[@yolo22]

it had a plastic gear!??!? really??? wow i'm really surprised. these older models - especially Whites - were all metal geared. i hope you were able to fix this beauty.

[@stephanielong5998]

thank you very much, your video was more than helpful and complete. I just received my sewing machine and never did i really touch a seeing machine now i know more than i was looking for ! thanks again ! cheers!!

[@end80hwy]

Could you, would you scan a copy of the manual?

[@stephanielong5998]

end80hwy. im sorry i have no computer or scanner ... did you try to google it ?

[@karatepop]

Thank you! I have a Viking machine from the early '60s, I think, and it came with the original table, cams, and accessories, but no manual. This is super helpful. (NOT Husqvarna viking - Eaton's Department Store used Viking as its house brand, like Kenmore for Sears. It's basically a White 9951/9953.)

[@MegLoven]

My machine is the White 769 - same look, but must have some different feature? Anyway, I love this machine so much. My mom bought it new in the 60's and passed to on to me about 20 years ago. I actually used it in one of my KZbin videos :) I plugged it in tonight though, and it blew our house fuse. Whoops. Hopefully I'll be able to get it repaired because I can't imagine replacing something that has served so faithfully for 45+ years. Fun to watch your video on the machine!

[@JK-xb6ih]

Love the video. I have this machine as well. One thing I'm a little unclear on. You mention the bobbin drops in clockwise, but the manual says counter-clockwise. Would you confirm?

[@yolo22]

i never get tired of looking at vintage sewing machines. they're such beauties, and so solid. i just scored a white 265 today that needs a bobbin and bobbin case. any suggestions on where to get? thanks for the video!

[@baileybeagle06]

Your video helped me so much, thank you! My grandmother taught me how to sew when I was little, but I haven't touched a sewing machine in years, so you saved me in figuring our how to get the bobbin in. I am having a problem with the stitch width dial. It doesn't move at all, is it supposed to turn to the different numbers? the reverse button works, but i can't budge the stitch width dial at all. Any thoughts?

[@Phal222]

That sewing machine looks like a cadillac :0)

[@kathylbd]

This is a WHITE MODEL 764 .... my hubby bought me one in pristine condition in a cabinet too that has been closeted for yrs it seems, anyway ty for the informative video as mine did not have manual with it..... ty very much.

[@volleybiggs]

I had the same sewing machine! Great machine. I screwed up and one of the bars on the bottom got loose and the plastic gear someone below mentioned broke! The whole thing was metal but this one part! I searched and found one online but could never get it to match back up. Would buy another but worried about that plastic gear part.

[@rociobach4642]

Do you know how I can replace the gear and timing?

[@atGrammas]

I have a White 764 that runs great, but I can't get it to sew in zig zag. Any suggestions? Want to buy it for parts if I am unable to get zig zag to work?

[@ritataylor2341]

My upper tension popped off the machine while I was adjusting the tension. How do I put it back on correctly; there is no step by step in my old manual book for the white 764

[@cedar0girl]

did you ever find the fix for this? i just had the same happen to me :( 3 hours! must be a simple solution?

[@eyeonart6865]

Are these easy to work on andoil?

[@ebroevets2538]

If you have the manual or a photo of the part, you can make one from a 3d printer.

[@dennislund5334]

wanted to see threading thru tensioner but your hand is in the way -otherwise good

[@Phal222]

Whte 764 sewing machine