Pop outs: The thread pops out of the eye of the needleįalse thread breaks: The top thread remains attached to the fabric Common reasons for thread breaks in machine embroidery Shredding: The thread shreds near the needle The four main types of thread breaks are:

And how to avoid your next thread breakįirst off, it’s important to understand why thread breaks happen in order to diagnose your thread break.The four different types of thread breaks.

If you’re struggling with thread breaks and aren’t sure how to avoid them, read on to discover… Are the stitches still unbalanced? If they are, let's troubleshoot a bit more.There goes that thread break alert again. Sew another seam, holding on to that two-thread tail as you begin.

Pull the needle thread and bobbin thread out just a bit to create short tails.

Use the hand crank (or follow other instructions) to take the needle downward, where it should catch the bobbin thread and pull it to the top.

Place the case and bobbin back into the machine (a bit of thread should stick out). Reinsert the bobbin into the case, checking the user's manual to make sure the thread is flowing in the correct direction.

Follow the manual's instructions to rethread the sewing machine (the presser foot should likely be up and so should the needle).

How about the thread―is it suitable for the fabrics you are sewing?.

Are you using the best needle for the job? If the needle has been used to sew more than a few projects or used for one large project, it's time for a change.

Check all pathways that the upper thread must pass through, making sure little bits of thread or fuzz aren't stuck in any of the visible mechanisms.

Remove the bobbin (and its case) and clean the bobbin area of the machine as directed in your manual.

Unthread the top thread―the thread that goes through the needle.

Grab your sewing machine user's manual.

Swf embroidery machine troubleshooting