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Ikea sewing machine

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StellarLunar · 05/07/2019 16:38

I have an Ikea sewing machine and find it very fiddly, constantly have to stop and take the bobbin in and out. Is this a common problem of sewing machines in general? Should I consider buying a different one? I'm only a hobbyist sewer but it's really so frustrating Angry

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MikeUniformMike · 08/07/2019 18:57

Why do you need to take it in and out?
Is it threaded properly?
I don't have an Ikea sweing machine.

lolaflores · 08/07/2019 19:04

Is the tension set properly and the stitch length?
Honestly though, spend a couple of quid on a basic brother machine cos the IKEA will break your heart and you wont enjoy your hobby
The bobbin should work smoothly if it's a new machine.

MikeUniformMike · 08/07/2019 21:02

Search on line for bobbin problems. I had a quick look and it seems loading the bobbin is a little confusing.

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