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    Whilst topstitching some denim, I had the worst underside thread tangles whenever I sewed 4 layers or more.

    If you've got something like the photo, here's some stuff to try that fixed my problems, and might fix yours, too!

    • Make sure your machine is threaded correctly
    • Clean the fuzz out of your machine with a soft brush
    • Use Gutterman "extra strong" (sometimes called "upholstery", it's in the grey spool) and NOT "topstitching" thread, which is too thick for most machines.
    • Only use the "extra strong" thread in the top - use regular thread in the bobbin
    • Switch to an even thicker denim needle than the standard 80/12s
    • Increase your top tension a bit
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    Patzee    Ï Posted 22 August 2007 at 2:07 PM

    Boy, am I glad you posted this how-to. I followed your advice about the bobbin and upholstery thread. Everything went together like a dream.

    Thanks!

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    Chutzpa    Ï Posted 30 January 2008 at 6:04 PM
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