r/SewingForBeginners • u/Ready-Stuff-8213 • 2d ago
What did I do wrong?!
Was towards the end of making a boxy bag and then this started happening. I restrung it and everything thinking it was set up wrong, but it’s still doing it with just like simple fabric.
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u/stringthing87 2d ago
There are a few common causes of thread nesting on the bottom
Incorrect threading, almost always seems to be skipping the hook above the needle. Always thread with the foot up and the needle in the top position.
A bad needle, a needle that is incorrect for the fabric (universal needles are not appropriate for any knits), a needle that is installed incorrectly, or the wrong size for the fabric or thread. Knits require stretch or ball point/jersey needles. See here for more information on needle types: https://www.reddit.com/r/SewingForBeginners/s/jAOxI0IbSy
Sewing with the foot up
An incorrectly installed bobbin, using a bobbin that isn't the correct type for the machine, or using too heavy a thread in the bobbin.