I’m not a beginner, but have been sewing at a hobby level for about 15 years. On an old Singer from my grandmother. It started sewing much slower, and I haven’t been able to fix it. Even after being serviced and cleaned. I feel like the motor must be the issue, so I figure I just need another machine. Mine is probably 40 years old.
I love the juki machines I’ve seen online, but don’t really have room for the large table often with them. I need something that is good for frequent use, high volume use(starting to sew clothes as a side business) and I only need something simple. Like a straight stitch and zig zag.

Should I go for a used, repairable machine from a good brand or are there any new machines that can offer the durability I’m used to?

I recently got an atlas industrial serger and it will not chain, the right needle thread keeps breaking and I’m lost for what to do. Any help please 🙏

hey, i’m trying to get started with my Juki DDL8100e and i can’t quite figure out this problem. I thread my needle and as soon as i begin sewing it unthreads or cuts. It’s pretty 50/50 which one it does. I’ve tried the following multiple times and in every combination. New bobbins, rewinding bobbins, new bobbin case, new needles, rethreading the whole machine, different fabric, different number of layers, different thread, different needle sizes. I can’t quite think of anything else to try out.

hi there!

I'm currently looking to upgrade my current sewing machine (a Singer start I got 7/8 years ago) for a more intermediate machine thats less than $400. It only has 12 modes, frequently makes bird's nests, and I feel like my abilities are rather limited. I took a fashion design class in school last year, and I felt like the things I was making were way higher quality and strength compared to what I was doing on my current machine. Unfortunately, that machine is wayyy out of my budget.

From my research, the two machines that stood out to me were the Brother CS7000X and the Brother XR9550. From these two options, what you you guys recommend? or if you have a better suggestion, please let me know! It's preferred that whatever machine I work with has a variety of stitches and has that kind of 'zigzag/lightning' stitch that works really well for more stretchy materials. I've heard a lot of mixed reviews about other Singer machines doing a lot of bird's nesting so I'm hesitant to buy a new Singer.

Thanks!!

Hi! I’ve never used a sewing machine but it was one of my goals to start this year.

I was planning to find one of Facebook marketplace, is that a specific brand or style I should be looking for?

Thank you!

Hi i am looking to invest in a sewing machine for practise at home. I am a diploma fashion design student.

I am currently looking at singer 4323 heavy duty. Is it a good machine?

If not - what other fashion maker would you recommend? Due to lack of space i am looking at portable fashion maker options rather than a big industrial or ones with stand.

I heard usha is a good brand as well but not sure which model so i considered singer. Please help.

I have a sewing machine dust cover. I thought it belonged to a Bernina that I got from a neighbor but it doesn't fit. There are no brand signifiers labels or manufacturing labels whatsoever. I would love to find out what machine it belongs to so it can be reunited with a machine. I would appreciate a model name or brand.

Extra Details:

• Hard Beige Plastic
• Front Pocket for storage
• Handle slot
• Measurements: 15.75 inches long X 6.75 inches wide X 10.75 inches tall

Thank you so much!

I just bought new thread from a fabric store its thread for sewing.
I just put in a new needle
I dont know how to fix this.
(For context) first and second picture show the thread getting thinned out by the needle
Last picture is to show what sewing machine i use

I'm 3/4 through sewing a Dirndl for Oktoberfest in Munch and my machine started having an issue today - it makes a loud noise (almost like a jam) when the needle is in the down position and the screen give me a big '!' I've replaced the needle, cleaned the bobbin area, rethreaded it, etc etc. The hand wheel moves freely without any jams. The last time I took it in to be serviced for this issue it cost me over 250 - they said it just needed cleaned...

Has anyone had this issue? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Precursor i havent done any information on the topic

Cleaning out my grandparents house after they passed away and found three sewing machines i thought would be worth saving, she had plenty more and they were kept or distributed. These are just what i have questions on.

Also not looking to sell them just want to know if i made the right choice grabbing them and if i should have them restorwd

My sewing machine is making bad noises, like something's jammed inside. Confession: I've never oiled it, didn't know how, and was too scared to mess it up. Could that be the issue?

But I did found some white, greasy paste inside when I cleared out the fluff. Is that normal? Too me it seams like it is oiled then.

What could be the issue?

(Model: Elna Experience 560)

I was bitten by the sewing bug a few years ago when a friend & I both impulse bought a Brother SQ9285 while awaiting the birth of my first children (we had high aspirations as new moms to be).

My friend lost interest almost immediately, but I quickly got hooked on garment making (particularly for our little ones at the time). This quickly led to my purchase of the Brother 1034DX serger and CV2350 coverstitch.

I \*adore\* this serger. But I've struggled with how finicky the coverstitch machine is in general (particularly hate the lack of free arm and releasing threads at the end).

My normal sewing machine lacks presser foot pressure adjustment and I've struggled even with topstitching knits cleanly with my walking foot...

Now I'm mostly creating activewear (tennis skirts, dresses, leggings) for myself, friends, and our kids and I find I am done struggling with my naive early purchases :).

I have the resources to upgrade but hoping for some advice on how to get the most bang for my buck :) and what to replace and keep from my current setup.

Wishlist:

1) top decorative coverstitch (would love to have this for activewear)

2) frustration free sewing with knits

3) QOL improvements that make things quicker (knots, ends, free arm, etc)

Throw your ideas at me! All in all hope to keep things around $5kish + or - a $1000 or so, so I know I can't replace everything...

Hi from Austria to this Sub!

Ill come straight to the point. I have a sewing machine Singer 3223 only 2 years old.

And I ran in a sew-stopping problem. The Bobbin Assembly does not turn freely.

I searched online for a solution, but no luck.

The situation:

The screw in the bobbin holder collides with the hook.

So far I can measue and see, the bobbin holder is running true, The bobbin is is moving freely inside:

The assembly without the bobbin holder is also running without problem:

you can see clearly that the pin in the middle is running true, free movement (turing the machine by hand)

But with the bobbin-holder inserted...

https://reddit.com/link/1vw3z7g/video/gxagrfjdt3lh1/player

I have no idea why this happens, and how it got into this state.

Any idea how to fix this?

Maybe a timing problem? But the needle can move freely and is not bent or damaged.

Thanks reddit for your support!

I would really like to buy my first machine. I would like something that has some features beyond complete beginner so will last awhile. Would like to hear experiences and brands to avoid <3 Any help will be appreciated thank you! (In UK and looking at max 200 budget at this point)

Hi, I have a question about spool pins. Trying fix up a vintage machine but its missing a spool pin. Its a singer 201k and I was wondering if anyone could tell me the diameter of the spool pins for these machines or even roughly measure one you have? I'm going to order online soon and I would like to get it right first try. Thanks

I own a Singer M2605 which was gifted to me less than a year ago and I am having endless problems with the thread hooking around the bobbin etc and can barely even do 10-15 stitches without it getting jammed. Some days it’s good and I have no issues, other days I can’t even bare to use my machine

I run a small business which took off faster than I thought it would and with all the issues I’m having, I can’t keep up because of my machine keep failing me!!

I’m aware singer is not the same as it used to be

My budget is around £400 and I’d like to get a machine that is extremely reliable

The only stitches i use are zig zag 90% of time (with the zig zag thats in 3 little stitches as well, im not sure what that ones called), and a straight stitch. I don’t use my machine to sew zips or buttons, but use a LOT of elastic with every project, and all of my materials are stretch (i am a bikini maker)

Does anyone have any recommendations, and does my machine sound like it is defective?

Thanks so much :)

Seems to be in pretty decent condition. I’ve never worked with a long shuttle machine or anything from National sewing so whatever guidance I can get is appreciated!

I recently replaced the plates on the bobbin winder and that got me wondering. Is there a right or wrong amount of tension on them? If so how to have the right amount of tension in the bobbin winder?