How to thread a sewing machine

If your sewing machine's needle is not picking up the bobbin thread, there could be a few potential causes for this issue. Here are a few things you can try to troubleshoot the problem:

1. Check the bobbin case: Make sure that the bobbin case is correctly seated in the machine and that the bobbin is properly installed in the case. If the bobbin is not installed correctly, the needle may not be able to pick up the thread.
2. Check the thread tension: The tension of the thread in the bobbin case and the needle can affect the ability of the needle to pick up the bobbin thread. If the tension is too loose or too tight, it can cause the needle to skip the bobbin thread. You can adjust the tension by using the tension adjustment dial on the machine or by consulting the owner's manual for your specific model of sewing machine.
3. Check the needle: Make sure that the needle is properly installed and that it is not bent or damaged. If the needle is not seated correctly or is damaged, it may not be able to pick up the bobbin thread.
4. Check for other issues: There could be other issues with the sewing machine that are causing the problem

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Machine will not pick up bobbin thread. ... - Your thread could be caught on something between the needle and your spool of thread if so, your thread will be too tight for the needle to pick up the bobbin thread. - Make sure that the upper thread is threaded properly. - Re-thread your machine, if necessary.
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Try installing a brand new needle. Bent/damaged needles will sometimes not pick up the bobbin thread.

Make sure the machine is threaded correctly. Check the bobbin--ie, it is turning the correct direction in the bobbin case and is threaded properly through the bobbin tension.

You might also try pulling the bobbin thread up to the top before beginning to stitch.
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Try a brand new needle. Verify that the machine is threaded properly--both upper and bobbin threads.

If it is still not picking up the bobbin thread, it is likely there is a needle/hook timing issue requiring service.

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First, install a brand new needle and verify that it is facing the correct way and it is the proper needle for your machine.

Confirm the bobbin has been installed in the bobbin case so it is unwinding the bobbin the proper direction as you pull the bobbin thread.

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If it still will not pick up the bobbin thread, open the bobbin area of the machine and watch the needle action as you hand-turn the handwheel. You may see why it is not picking up the thread because the needle could be arriving too soon or too late to intercept the bobbin thread. If this is happening, the needle/hook is out of time. Take it for service.

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Have you tried installing a brand new needle? The old one may be bent.

Remove all the thread and rethread from the beginning.

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Try installing a brand new needle.


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Try changing your needle

From the Simplicity Sew Precious Model SWSP2 manual:
Inserting a new bobbin:

1. Place wound bobbin into the bobbin case.
2. Pull about 6 inches of thread out from the bobbin. NOTE: Be sure that the bobbin rotates COUNTER-CLOCKWISE when thread is pulled.
3. Pass the thread from the bobbin, under the bobbin case spring, and toward the back of the machine.
4. Slide bobbin cover back into position.

You can obtain a copy in pdf format for free at:
http://www.simplicityhomecare.com/ftp/whitepapers/SWSP2-english.pdf