Thanks for the suggestions. I did remember about lowering the tension on the pressure foot, I think the fusible was the biggest culprit all along. Adding the single hole plate helped stop the wobble and I am sure the new bobbin was needed all along. They seem to be touchy. I am busy fusing again for my next project so it will be a day or two before I get stitching again. I'll let you all know how it goes then. Thanks again for you helpful hints.

Karen, I don't have a BSR...I just have a memory for unusual quilting info...at a Super Seminar Libby mentioned that she lowers the tension on the presser foot when she's using the BSR. It's a little wheel on the left side of the machine.

happy quilting!
teri

So glad you have it working now! Here's how I set my BSR up and it works like a dream.

I often use different weights of thread with the Bottom Line in the bobbin, but I thread it through the spring and use the original bobbin tension. I drop the top tension (it's just a temporary change so you can try it once and see--it resets when off) to 2.5 and the stitch length to 1.0 to 1.7, depending on the look I want. I use an embroidery needle or a large-eyed needle, to handle. I use a super slider. It is wonderful. I didn't have any success with the BSR until I did all of this. No skipped stitches, nice gentle curves, beautiful!

I even used metalic thread in the upper thread and Bottom Line in the bobbin recently for my daughter-in-law's bag, and it worked magnificently.

If it's working now, don't change anything . My suggestion to the original problem would have been to check the needle size was suitable for the King Tut, it will work best with a Topstitch 90. The bobbin tension being loose was undoubtedly your main culprit though.

Teri-I didn't know about changing the tension on the BSR-have you done that before? Its working great now, maybe I shouldn't mess with it! Karen

Having two threads top and bottom should not be a problem. Try threading the little hook or arm on the bobbin itself and drop the tension on top.
Practice on a piece that has the same fabric & batting that you're using in your quilt Then try dropping the tension on the bsr itself (I believe that tension wheel is on the side of the machine).

Happier quilting!
Teri

Last night I was so frustrated with my BSR skipping stitches, breaking thread and generally making me crazy, that this morning I went to my Bernina dealer with stitch samples in hand. After lengthy discussion we discovered my problem (not the BSR's problem) I was using 2 different thread weights-bottomline in the bobbin and King Tut 40 wt. on top. Not good. My needle kept dragging on the applique pieces because of buildup of the fusible glues. My bobbin case had been loosened for another project and I forgot about it...changed that out for a new bobbin case-keeping the other for bobbin stitching with stuff like Razzle Dazzle. And I purchased a Super Slider to use with the BSR. What a great difference this all made. And best of all I didn't have to leave my machine and BSR in the "hospital" Yeah! Karen

i was recently told to keep some pressure on the foot after having trouble with skipped stitches
seems much better now
kate

CharleneNJ wrote:

Thanks Charlene,
There is some great info about the BSR on those threads. Elizabeth

There are a couple other strings here with info on the BSR under Bernina that might be helpful to look over. Mode 1 QEE and Stitch Regulator are two specifically addressing the BSR.

When I first got my 440, I thought that one mode was for when you use the foot petal and the other for the start / stop button. Imagine my surprise when I learned from a newbie who took a class that you can use the foot petal with either!

Libby Lehman explains the two modes as Mode 1 = Run and Mode 2 = You. Mode 1 the machine runs continuously good for stipple or stitch curved lines. Mode 2 is good when you stop often or are stitching points.

Charlene

I went to a BSR class today and found that my big problem with my BSR is the seamstress. I had been moving my fabric way too fast and much too jerkily! She suggested the Supreme Slider and that I learn to "go with the flow". She didn't say much about tension, thread, any of that and just emphasized practice, practice, practice.
She stressed Mode 1 for doing angles and points. One big problem I had was not relaxing my shoulders--her advice use your whole body from the waist up.

I am sort of new to my BSR also, but I have had wonderful luck setting up my machine this way: Tension is at 2, stitch length is only 1.1 to 1.5. I use a titanium embroidery needle--size depending on thread weight. I use the bobbin case with the sprig on it usually used for embroidery. I use the straight stitch hole plate and also put a super slider underneath, and here's something I discovered recently--I use BSR1 and the foot pedal to run it. I found the open metal foot was the easiest to see things with. It all made a wonderful result. It was NOT as happy when I first got "him", but we have made our "piece" and now we are partners. Hope this helps.

When I first started FMQ, I was taught to put the motor speed at 3/4 and then full pressure on the foot pedal. I can't seem to get away from using my foot, so I use BSR 1. If I use the same concept and use my hands naturally, the stitches are much better - you may want to speed up a little to see what happens. Also, my dealer recommended stitch length 2.0 when first learning and it seems to be the best for me. Finally, I keep some scraps and "warm up" for about 5 minutes before working on the quilt - seems to help get into the ruthm of things. I'm a rookie quilter and am really pleased with the BSR - even have some quilts with written words all over them that are very consistent and know I could not have done it without the BSR! Keep practicing and good luck!

Well Libbi I echo the desire for a TQS detailed segment on the BSR or maybe the Bernina videos could make one more detailed. I never got the hang of it either and now I can't get the red light to go on at all. I never had my new machine owner class but jjust recently got a voucher for one so hoping for the best.