Tips to Avoid Sewing Machine Problems

[@barbaraclarkson2000]

Great video! I have been sewing off and on for 57 years. Cleaning was the first thing my mother taught me. I learned to sew on her 1958 Singer 401A, which she gave to me in 1970. It stills sews a beautiful stitch. I purchased an electronic Singer in 1988 and it lasted 27 years, it’s electronic board went out. I bought a Husqvarna Viking in 2015 and now work for them since I’m retired. And I now teach new owners how to care for their machines.

[@heather3358]

Hi Lucy I have been sewing for 56 years and you still manage to teach me things. Keep up the good work love watching your videos.

[@SewEssential]

That is so wonderful to hear Heather, thank you so much for watching and commenting I appreciate your support.

[@thesewinggarden7311]

I would suggest that your followers look at their sewing machine manual concerning the bobbin thread. My Bernina must have the bobbin thread unwinding in a clockwise fashion in the bobbin case….just the opposite of your letter “P”. I agree that you shouldn’t have to change the bobbin tension. I have been sewing for 55 years and have never had a problem with mine, but buying a separate bobbin case to fiddle with is a great suggestion, if you’re having trouble with it. And yes, having the correct bobbins is so important! So many good suggestions…Love your videos!

[@helenlane5664]

Just had mine serviced and its like a new machine , works fabulous

[@SewEssential]

Brilliant, it is always a good idea.

[@craftymystic4868]

You didn’t mention it, but I learned some time ago from my sewing machine mechanic brother to never pull the threads backwards from the machine, always cut near the spool and pull the thread through as if it were sewing. It isn’t built for 2 way thread path. FWIW.

[@tranquilityyogapilates2946]

Great info as always. Always clean my machine when finished sewing. Had one of my machines since 1990!!!

[@SewEssential]

I definitely need to take a leaf out of your book! I'm pretty good, but your machine must be squeaky clean.

[@maureencullen1008]

Brilliant idea to buy another bobbin case if you want to alter tensions

[@joycekaminski1943]

I loved this episode and it taught me a lot. Thanks Lucy.

[@michaelgracewatts2943]

Great reminders, thank you Lucy...Grace

[@SewEssential]

It's a pleasure Grace

[@grumpy_poo]

I bought my first Elna ( automatic) in 1970. I passed it on in 2009 when I got a more modern machine, It's still in use... I am a bit evangelistic about cleaning and maintenance and it pays off... I find the machine I have that' talks dirty 'to me on a regular basis , is, my overlocker it gets so dusty in use... yet I use it less often... the noise changes and I know what is happening.... it needs a good clear out...

[@SewEssential]

It really does pay off you're right and yes the overlocker pretty much always needs a clean!

[@saramacdonald4643]

Thank you - very useful and helpful advice.

[@SewEssential]

It's a pleasure thanks for watching and commenting

[@joycefox1718]

How do I reassemble the bobbin case setup?

[@annesullivan1171]

Hi Lucy, great video on maintenance.❤ Have you got such a thing as an invisible overlocker thread?

[@SewEssential]

oooh I'm not sure we have Anne, is this a product you've come across?

[@annesullivan1171]

@@SewEssential yes but expensive. It was something like £15 ish a cone. It would be worth it if I could use for everything but comes in dark and light. So about £100 for both. Hence am on the hunt x

[@catherinerw1]

One comment re needles: I wish you carried Schmetz needles, I've had far fewer issues (them breaking/bending etc.) than with any other brand. And the colour-coding makes life way easier.

[@Sandrab769]

I got a really soft brush in the automotive section.

[@marjoriebell198]

I would have suggested that everyone should check their machine’s manual for recommended maintenance. I own a Bernina and need to oil regularly. They suggest oiling every 8 hours of sewing. You can actually hear when it gets thirsty! I definitely would have ruined my machine if I had waited to oil until my annual service.

[@laurakaufman1112]

Ok, what is the supply store web site?

[@SewEssential]

Our website is here www.sewessential.co.uk/

[@victoriaconstantine-cort3091]

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