Do you use the correct bobbins as specified by your sewing machine manufacturer, or do you have a tin of random bobbins your friends have given you?
Many bobbins will “fit” into your machine's bobbin case, but that doesn’t mean you should use them.
Bobbins sold as "universal" to fit multiple machines, bobbins made for a different sewing machine, bobbins of the wrong class or size, metal bobbins in a plastic bobbin case, and bobbins wound with more than one thread will all cause poor tension.
They may also cause skipped stitches or even jam or damage your machine.
Even the correct bobbins can wear out after years of use or if wound with too much thread.
The problems caused by the incorrect bobbins become more noticeable when performing any type of machine quilting.
Make your machine quilting journey a pleasant one.
Always use the correct bobbins for your machine as suggested by your sewing machine's manufacturer and sold by a registered dealer.
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| A selection of bobbins, each to fit a different machine. |
When using pre-wounds (commonly available in class 15, L and M), be sure they are the correct type and class for your machine.
Please note that pre-wounds are not available for all machines or in all thread types.
Happy Quilting!
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| A case of matching bobbins for a Husqvarna Epic Sewing and Embroidery Machine |
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