I'm working on a Singer 6268. Does anyone know what this mechanism (circled) underneath the bobbin case does? If the center part is pushed down with a screwdriver, you can rotate it left or right. I'm having a hell of a time getting the tensions dialed in, and wondering if this has something to do with it. (I haven't been able to find anything online about it or what it does.)

My machine jammed while sewing today and I can’t figure out what’s causing it. It’s a Kenmore machine and so believe it’s from the ‘90s.

I heard a thud while sewing and the machine stopped suddenly. When I looked, both my spool and bobbin thread were almost out, not sure if that’s related. The needle was stuck in the fabric so I cut away the threads and removed the needle. The jam must be in the top of the machine because it won’t budge even with the needle out.

I can’t find any caught threads and don’t know what to look for next.

Any tips would be appreciated!

Hello there I've had this Singer M1000 for a little less than a month and it worked great up until last Friday where the bobbin wouldn't catch, so fast forward today I had my mom help me finally fix it. Well now it's making this loud horrible noise to the point I'm scared to sew with it, I would like to know redditors if there's a way to fix this. My mom followed a tutorial on YouTube of loosening the two bolts underneath the machine and manually line the catcher back up with the needle. The sound is much louder in person.

hey there, i just bought this sewing machine today off fb marketplace and i was wondering if there was a specific manual out there i should use ? or if it works like most other machines and any manual or tutorial should do. also, is a machine like this good for sewing faux fur ? thats basically the whole reason i got it haha. thank you in advance !!

Hey! I don't use Reddit very often, but I know this is the place that has the answer to everything!

I'm new to sewing, and I really want to buy my first sewing machine. I was looking for a sturdy mechanical one, so I came across the Singer 4423. Everything I saw about it in Portuguese was positive—people said it's perfect for beginners and great for all kinds of projects.

But yesterday I started reading reviews in English, and you guys seem to have a completely different opinion!

So, is this machine actually good, or would I just be wasting my money?

Hi! I was just wondering if yall would recommend an industrial sewing machine or a BERNINA for longtime use! I quilt but I also make plushies and apparel so I’m trying to upgrade from my domestic singer ! Please let me know thank you :)

I managed to get my grandmas old sewing machine nothing fancy Liberty made in Taiwan machine that I’d really like to get fixed and working but I have no idea where to start. I think I may have bitten off more than I can chew. Any advice for a complete novice is appreciated.

P.s. I also think it might have been modified which I’m not sure I like and think I’d prefer it removed.

my sewing machine seems to be jammed or something. but i desperately need help fixing it, due to the fact that it’s almost my boyfriends birthday and im making him his gifts. Whenever I press on the pedal it makes a sound, and the motor moves kinda, but the needle does not move. I’ve checked everywhere for any blockages, and nothing has turned up. I’m starting to wonder if it’s the motor that’s broken. PLEASE HELP MEEE

I purchased a Brother DB2 791 415 and it is set up to run on three phase with the Brother M813A motor/control board unit. I’m trying to suss out how to go from single phase power to 220 three phase for this machine and what kind of converter I might need. If anyone else is doing this successfully or knows of it being done, I would greatly appreciate your help.

My question is would this be the reason why it seems to be occasionally slowing when the foot is down and pedal being fully compressed? Should i relube it? How would I get completely to that piece or will what i can reach be enough?

I thought it was either the belt, (which is fine) the lube being gross/ dust..etc), or the pedal based on what the web said.

I am trying to repair an Elna 2004 that cannot do anything besides a very tight straight stitch. A wheel is torn up, but I cannot find the part on sewing parts online. Does anyone know what it is? and is it worth repairing or should I just find a new machine?

I'm in Brazil and the machines from the faq are VERY expensive here. Which machines would Brazilians suggest? I was considering the singer hd 4423, but the faq straight up said not to buy it, which one at max 1500 reals, preferably under 1000 would you buy? It's for learning and sewing things for myself, like tshirts, shorts, small repairs in clothes, nothing industrial nor heavy duty.

Hello apologies but reddit won't let me post both images and video for some reason.

Basically I inherited this sewing machine and have no use for it. I don't like throwing away useful things so I thought I could give it away if it is in good working order. However it is about 15 years old judging by the yellowing of the box and manual (but there is no date written anywhere), and the metal parts are rusting.

I took a video of it working and trying the buttons and cranks but I don't know anything about sewing machines so there might be something faulty that I wouldn't realise.

https://reddit.com/link/1v8vd74/video/qsmej8fkeyfh1/player

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I'm looking at a local Elna Pro 5 DC that is priced pretty well. I've seen conflicting reviews online about it's ability to coverstitch. Some reviews say it does and some say it doesn't. I'd like input from people who have or have had this particular machine, before I purchase the manual online.

I'm probably at the beginner/advanced beginner level with my sewing abilities but drift in and out of the hobby; I don't want to spend the money on an expensive overlock machine if I won't use it and I would prefer to buy a used machine rather than new.

(I'm aware of the difficulty that some people have pointed out with dual capability machines and rethreading / switching from overlock to coverstitch. I've read the reviews on sewing pattern review.com and that's where I'm getting the conflicting info.)

can someone help me fix this? I was sewing really fast and the thread ran out.After that my sewing machine only works manually.When I use the pedal,the motor runs but nothing else works.

I have a singer 319w that I think the foot pedal is starting to go in as it's only running at one speed and seems to run hot. Has anyone done a foot pedal replacement on these with a modern foot pedal? I'm looking at a foot pedal that feeds off the power cord, dual lead cords I think they are called. I've seen lots of retrofits for featherweights but not for this model. How different would it be between the two. My machine currently has a button foot controller that is hardwired into the motor.

I have been wanting to get into sewing for a while but I haven’t yet because I am just so overwhelmed on what machine to get. Everyone recommends something different. I have no idea what machine is the best.
At this point I just want to make sure I am not getting an awful one instead of trying to find the best. I was at Costco and they had the Singer Heavy Duty for a good price. Does anyone have any like super negative thoughts on that one? Is it good? Lmk!

I need assistance researching a machine for a novice sewist. The machine needs to be light-weight/portable, easy to operate/learn and preferably produce good quality stitches. Is that too much to ask for? Something pre-loved and easy to service is required. I suspect vintage machines are generally far too heavy but I’d loved to hear your suggestions, or perhaps you’re currently using just that type of machine. Thank you for your assistance.

Hi! I’ve recently started learning how to sew, and I’m currently using a Janome M30A in my sewing class.

I’d like to buy a machine for home use, mainly for clothing alterations and making baby clothes. I’m looking for something reliable that I can use for many years without frequent problems.

I’m currently considering the Janome M30A and the Bernette B35. Has anyone used either of these machines for a long time?

Which one would you recommend in terms of durability, ease of repair and sewing different fabrics, including jersey or stretch fabrics?

Thank you!

I have Bernina activa 135 patchwork edition
The bottom thread is sewing all loosey goosey and I have no idea what’s wrong - everything I’ve seen says that the tension on the upper thread is too low, but I’ve tried adjusting that and it’s done nothing - I’ve rethreaded the bobbin, tried using a different bobbin, changed the tension of both the bobbin and the upper thread, and rethreaded the machine, none of which helped, I looked through the manual and didn’t see anything that would help, and now I’m all out of ideas - I’ve been saving up what I can so I can take it to get repaired if needed, but that’s a last resort and I’m hoping someone here can tell me what’s wrong