Superior Threads: How Does A Bobbin Work?

Ever wonder how that thread comes up from the bottom of your machine to make that perfect stitch? This video from Superior Threads gives you some idea and a great tip for cleaning your bobbin case.

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#12 Helen 2016-08-15 09:24

Never knew Metal bobbin cases collect lint, much less how I would clean it. Thanks

#11 Wanda 2016-08-08 20:39

Drop in bobbins usually revolve counter clockwise, separate bobbin cases it revolves clockwise in almost all machines. I worked for a sewing machine dealer and took many classes at the machine's headquarters.

#10 Linda 2016-08-08 12:53

This is a great video! Funny that I've sewn for years and didn't realize just how that works!
Gonna try cleaning it with a pin. Super tip! Thanks!

#9 patty 2016-08-08 12:43

Jean: Still it is confusing to hear that "most" machines rotate counter clockwise. Could we have some clarification on what is meant by "most"? Which brands? I have several and the instructions manuals are put away who knows where. I have a Bernina, a Brother, and a Viking.

#8 Debbie 2016-08-08 12:38

Yes, Bernina bobbins must turn clockwise (at least in both machines I own).

#7 Gloria 2016-08-08 12:22

Yes, I've taught for Bernina since 1983 and we've always taught that the bobbin should spin clockwise. Continue to do this for your Bernina. If it spins counter-clockwi se, it won't ruin your machine, but the bobbin thread will probably be looser.

#6 Connie Kelsey 2016-08-08 11:48

I would like to know what causes my bobbin thread to snarl when attempting to pull the bobbin thread up after a pass on my longarm. Any ideas?

#5 Patty 2016-08-08 10:10

I, too, have always been told that the Bernina bobbin should spin clockwise. I just changed it to counter clockwise and will see if this makes any difference. Will use the pin method to clean out lint. I didn't know this. Thanks.

#4 Jean 2016-08-08 09:56

Hannele, the video says to follow your machine's directions for putting the bobbin into the case.

#3 Hannele 2016-08-08 06:02

Hmm, I've always been instructed to put the bobbin in so that it rotates clockwise...Her e it says just the opposite - does this apply for Pfaff? Mine is Bernina

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