I had recently purchased a knitting machine,different company and type. It constantly skipped stitches. Is this one better?
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Yes it will with some yarns more so than others. But it's easy to watch and prevent it. I actually missed it once and was upset when I saw it many rows later because it isn't like you can just go back so, again if you slow down and watch it's preventable. Hope this answered your question.
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Yes. I did have a problem with it skipping with The Black Keys, Turn Blue. I put a weight on the needle and now it doesn't skip at all. I had to play with different weights also.
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My Touch & Sew is Model 600E from the 1960s. I wasn't able to find bobbins that worked in it either in local fabric stores or thru Amazon.com. I finally took the machine to a reputable local sewing machine repair shop for servicing. I was promised that with servicing and the proper bobbins (which they sold), the bobbins would wind. So far so good. The bobbins, at .$75 each, were called "white line" bobbins by the shop owner. I'm buying all they have!
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I had this problem once or twice with this machine and my old Singer. (my only two machines ever). Once it was too much lint under the bobbin holder and it was fine once I really cleaned my Machine and got the little"dust bunnies" out of there. They almost look like felt. The other time, I simply had my bobbin in reversed and didn't realize it. I have already made four larger quilts and lots of small projects in the year I have had this machine. I LOVE it. Usually the problem is me, not the machine. LOL I have also learned to change needles often! Every new project or about 12-15 hours of sewing, which ever comes first.
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I suggest that you use the CD that comes.with your serger and follow the instructions carefully. I had that problem at first and found that the CD was quite helpful. Remember to unthread the two needles before you retread the loopers.
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New vinyl tends to skip. Whereas the the vintage does not. Don't ask me why. BUT! Just put a dime, yes the coin, on top of the needle casing and they play smooth smooth. Hope this helps!
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Hi, Susanna! It depends on which sewing table you own...Arrow makes 3 different inserts...which table do you have?
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I think the biggest difference is the 4-step buttonholer on this machine and the 10 stitches versus the one-step buttonholer and 25 stitches on the 2600. The stitch length, width and thread tension are also preset for you on the lower end model. It's worth the $16 for the high end model because 4-step buttonholer is a pain and requires a lot of patience. Also, if there is no stitch or thread tension adjustments you can make yourself, you are stuck trying to work around problem materials on the machine without any way of adjusting the machine.
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You need two different types of stabilizer. Under you need a heavier one, (cut-away is best) and on the top you need water soluble type (Solvy is one of them). Knits need this type of stabilizer pair to keep the material from moving around. Thread, depends on the thickness of the knit. But there are two types of threads, Poly and Rayon. Always use either Madeira, Robison-Anton or Sulky. They aren't cheap, but are the best. I would avoid the ones sold on Amazon, unless they are either of the brands I mentioned. Most important is to use embroidery bobbin thread. The one that came with your machine is the best for the Brother machines. Hope this helped.
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I do find that this does happen, but I have gotten into habit of checking every so often. This is only complaint I have. They handle heavier weight yarns better than knitters pride cubics, which break easily
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No, it does straight stitch as well. You can do anything a regular machine would do.
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No, mine worked fine. But I found out after that my machine has this built in. I thought it was more like what a serger would look like.
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You have to read the error code ( 4 beeps ) in the trouble section guide. Then follow their instructions step by step. I have a singer 6180 and one time I forgot to switch the bobbin stick back after filled the thread. It did not sew as well. Good Luck, Paul
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When I had mine this is not something that occurred, I had other challenges that resulted in returning the machine. I've heard they are wonderful machines, I hope you are able to get this corrected.
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Same here. I don't think this machine is as good as it used to be. I wish I could help. I'm really disappointed with this purchase.
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I have another mini machine, (model LSS-338 lil sew and sew) also good, with built in light and back stitch and 3 stitch widths as well as a "sleeve" contoured edge to it... I like both machines, though I have to say this (even without the bells and whistles) is maybe my favorite because of its cute design, simplicity and portability (a touch smaller than the one with the backlight). Also it's not quite as loud, I think. Hope this helps. Oh, and you could always purchase a "mighty bright" led light or something similar, to ATTACH to this model if a light is important to you. Just another option to think about :) Be blessed. I have another mini machine, (model LSS-338 lil sew and sew) also good, with built in light and back stitch and 3 stitch widths as well as a "sleeve" contoured edge to it... I like both machines, though I have to say this (even without the bells and whistles) is maybe my favorite because of its cute design, simplicity and portability (a touch smaller than the one with the backlight). Also it's not quite as loud, I think. Hope this helps. Oh, and you could always purchase a "mighty bright" led light or something similar, to ATTACH to this model if a light is important to... » Read More I have another mini machine, (model LSS-338 lil sew and sew) also good, with built in light and back stitch and 3 stitch widths as well as a "sleeve" contoured edge to it... I like both machines, though I have to say this (even without the bells and whistles) is maybe my favorite because of its cute design, simplicity and portability (a touch smaller than the one with the backlight). Also it's not quite as loud, I think. Hope this helps. Oh, and you could always purchase a "mighty bright" led light or something similar, to ATTACH to this model if a light is important to you. Just another option to think about :) Be blessed. « Show Less
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I was very disappointed with this software and tossed it. I can't answer your question. I've wasted a lot of $$$ buying cheap and not so cheap software that promises great results but I ended up with poor quality results. I've been using Stitch ERA Universal, its been free to use online but that will stop in December, and one of their options is to buy a subscription for monthly use. If I need to scan anything, I use CorelDraw and import it into Stitch Era. I'm happy with the results and they've been professional quality. Good Luck!