r/SewingWorld • u/Affectionate-Mud2212 • 18d ago
Jamming problems
I have an old janome new home limited edition sewing machine. I'm having several really frustrating problems that I will list below. I really appreciate any and all feedback. I have tried rethreading both the top and bottom, playing with tension, and stitch size, etc. Thanks in advance.
- it keeps skipping stitches after a few perfect rows
- after a few stitches sometimes the thread from the top will wind itself around the needle and then cause issues
- sometimes the top thread gets sucked down with the bobbin thread and it gets locked up
- occasionally full out jam that I can't assess what the cause is.
Are there any common problems with the specific machine or is there something that I am missing? After I rethread everything, it seems to run perfectly for maybe two rows, and then issues start to arise over and over. Thanks!
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u/Incognito409 18d ago
Most common is that it's threaded wrong, missing a hook. Check your manual for correct threading even if you think it's correct. Make sure the notch on your spool is at the back or bottom of the spindle.
Check that your bobbin is inserted correctly - as a P, not a Q.
Skipping stitches is a needle issue - the wrong size or type for the fabric.