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I have a PFAFF Hobby 4240. I need to know how to operate it?

Threading, needle info,bobbin info, the works. Can you help?

singer treadle model # 95. serial # AG044209 Not stitching properly?

singer treadle model # 95 serial # AG044209. Cleaned, oiled. Will not stitch properly. I believe problem is in... [Read more]

What is wrong with my machine?

I have a used Husqvarna Viking #1+. The bobbin thread keeps tangeling up around the bobbin case. It is a front... [Read more]

How do free the inner hand wheel to wind the bobbin on my sewing machine?

The inner knob of the hand wheel seem to have frozen. (Kenmore Sewing Machine- Model 158) I can't get it to tu... [Read more]

I need a manual for my Elna Supermatic sewing machine (c.1971)?

I am missing the manual for my sewing machine, purchased in Cyprus c.1971.

How to fix the foot? on a Kenmore sewing machine?

I recently inherited my grandmother's Kenmore sewing machine model #1581457180. My husband used it once and b... [Read more]

how to fill a bobbin ultra-stitch 6 Kenmore model #1340281?

I bought a used Kenmore Ultra -stitch 6. The lady did not have a manual. It sews very well, however I have tro... [Read more]

under tension wrong?

i recently purchased a white sew and quilt sewing machine model 1730 the tension was fine for awhile then abou... [Read more]

How do you time a kenmore 385.16221300?

I have a Kenmore 385.16221300. sewing machine. It won't pick up my bobbin thread and the needle scraps the bo... [Read more]

Needle won't pick up bobin thread. How can I fix this?

I have unscrewed my machine, took out jammed thread, re oiled it, put a new needle in and the needle still won... [Read more]

timing for jones DB-722 mitsubishi foreign?

could anybody help me i need step by step instructions on how to set the timing up on the mothering laws sewin... [Read more]

how to repair Singer 4210?

I was told that due to sewing a thick piece of material (velcro to medium-weight cotton) the timing had 'gone ... [Read more]

I need a instructional book on how to use my Shark Sewing machine?

My granddaughter has a new "Shark Sewing machine. The model is 361, 120V, 50/60 HZ 75 W, l5 w. max. I would l... [Read more]

im sewing but no stiches are comming out!?

ok, so i am trying to sew, abut when the needle goes down into the fabric, there are no stiches staying behind... [Read more]

I need a diagram for front tension knob on a singer model 347?

I am trying to put my tension knob back on sewing machine and do not remember the order everything goes back o... [Read more]

How do I identify the model of a 40yr old Jones machine?

I have acquired an old Jones electric (foot pedal operated) machine and I need to acquire a manual but I can n... [Read more]

how do i fix the timing on a sewing machine?

my mother has a industrial pfaff sewing machine that is out of timing.

Hand Wheel will not turn?

I was sewing some chiffon and it sewed perfectly. When I went to do another seam, the hand wheel was tight. ... [Read more]

How can I fix my Kenmore 385.16120200 reverse stitch?

When I use the reverse stitch the thread gets all jumbled and knotted up on the top side of the fabric and on ... [Read more]

anyone know of the steps to open the case on my brother xr-65?

i have a brother xr-65 that fell onto the floor. for whatever reason am having a hard time getting the back o... [Read more]