I just bought a White model 1265 sewing machine for my grand daughter. Do you know if there is a manual for it? I am not sure on how the threading goes as nearly every machine is a little different.

the tension at bobbin seems to be the problem, make sure bobbin thread is in placed in bobbin CORRECTLY...then it should not be loose but loose enough to pull out with the slightest pull, top tension should be set on around 4,,,,,

Check to make sure you do not have a small piece of thread stuck in the raceway area

indicates that the needle /hook timing is off
check this by putting the needle in the fully down position and then as you start to get it back up the hook should be at or just near the eye of the needle

Hi rose13olive...
Go to the following webpage and download your user manual for your sewing machine.
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http://search-pdf-books.com/kenmore-sensor-sew-70-model-385-sewing-machine-users-manual-pdf/

The XR-65 and the XR-65T are the same except that the T indicates the sewing machine was sold with the Quilting Table and some accessories for quilting.

To thread the sewing machine, first lift the presser foot and use the handwheel to raise the needle to its highest position. The thread take up lever should be at its highest point. Place the spool of thread on the horizontal pin secured with the appropriate cap. Make sure that the thread comes off the spool from the bottom front, (Also check that the catch (for holding the thread when not in use) on the spool is at the back of the pin.) Then bring the thread to the thread guide at the back of the machine then down past the reverse lever and back up the the thread take up lever. Wrap the thread around the take up lever so that it slides into the slot and then goes through the hole in the take up lever from right to left. Bring the thread down again and place it behind the guide above the needle. Then thread the needle from front to back.

Brother has the manual available for download: http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/BSC/public/files/dlf/doch000061/xr52c65txl64526562ug01enesfr.pdf . See page 31 (43 of the PDF) for the pictures of the upper thread path.

I hope this helps.

Cindy Wells

Not knowing what model you have, my answer is based on sewing knowledge. The ruffler is an attachment which replaces other presser feet. so you will need to remove your everyday presser foot and put the ruffler on in it's place. You have to make upper/bobbin thread adjustments based on your machine...Do you have your manual???? Happy Sewing.

Hi there!
Singer has available product manuals online. You may need to determine which model do you currently have. If you're not sure, check this link to view your current machine model: http://new.singerco.com/products
Once you have that info, go to this link: http://www.singerco.com/accessories/manuals.html Key in the product model number then click on Search.
You can also check this link for the sewing machine's basic operations guide: http://www.singerco.com/resources/operation_basics.html
Hope that helps!

YouTube - Start Sewing- How to Thread a Sewing Machine

Here is a video.
Gary

adjust your tension.You probably did not wind your bobbin properly as well.Make sure you oil your machine every month or so and make sure your bobbin is seated properly before you sew.
Go slower with the pressure foot speed and use the right needle.ALWAYS test on scrap of your sewing material first!!!

I have this machine for like 2 years and can do 2-5oz cowhide and buffalo leather on it (no joke, and it works FLAWLESSLY) inside it has full steel construction,just needs regular oiling compared to pro machines and easily made a few grand $$$ with it while my pro machine is getting repaired (I don't even bother with my pro machine anymore) But you MUST oil it every month and use the RIGHT needle and adjust your tension properly
Also pull out the thread a good 6 inches from the needle and bobbin before dropping the pressure foot and sewing.
Best $70 bucks (WITH TAX) I spent hell,the leather I use costs more than the machine!

Hi,

Please go through the below document which will give you the help you wanted:

http://www.ehow.com/how_4798790_thread-bobbin-kenmore-sewing-machine.html

http://www.ehow.com/how_5839_thread-sewing-machine.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1j8e8FvwUlQ

You will also find additional information on every page at the left hand side (Ehow.com) and on the right hand side(Youtube).

Please let me know if you need any additional information or have any information that you would like to share with me.