I have a simplicity sewing machine (which I hate; I've always loved Singer sewing machines) and I've done everything I could already think of - I even went online and checked. The problem is that whenever I sew, it'll sew one or two stitches and then stop. (this is what I've gotten it to, since it. I have a simplicity sewing machine (which I hate; I've always loved Singer sewing machines) and I've done everything I could already think of - I even went online and checked. The problem is that whenever I sew, it'll sew one or two stitches and then stop. (this is what I've gotten it to, since it was bunching before) I changed the needle. I changed the bobbin 3 times.

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I wound a new bobbin. I changed the thread tension. I changed the stitch size. It just won't sew anything! So, what I think is either it needs to be reconditioned or the thread is too cheap. D: it sews towards me. Like, that's the only way i've ever seen it sew.

The model is an S-02. I don't know if it's a lockstitch. ): I found the model online! This is the exact one I have. Best Answer: 'It sews towards me' - the fabric is pushed toward you? If so, the reverse is engaged or stuck.

Is the machine close enough to purchase date that it can be returned? Machines in this price class are often referred to as 'plastic wonders' in a tone not complimentary. I think you've found out why.

If you can get the machine out of reverse, here's the general rundown of things to check off: 1) needle in right way around (backwards needles make skipped stitches), A size 80/12 sharp is what most mechs use for testing and timing, so it's a good choice for troubleshooting, too. 2) bobbin in bobbin case right way around; bobbin thread is in tension, bobbin case is latched.

3) top threaded with presser foot raised so the thread actually enters the top tension. Make sure your thread path is correct, and floss the upper thread into the tension before lowering the presser foot. If the thread isn't in the tension, you get loops on the bottom of the fabric. 4) set top tension to 4 (normal tension for most fabrics) 5) set machine for straight stitch, 2.5-4mm stitch length 6) fetch up the bobbin thread 7) place fabric under presser foot; use handwheel to drop the needle into the fabric, then drop the presser foot. 8) hold bobbin thread and top behind the presser foot while you take the first couple of stitches. Then drop the thread ends and sew. If this doesn't work, can you possibly take photos of the sample stitching, both sides?.

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. 1 Answer SOURCE: I had exactly the same problem on the exact same model 3205FA. I'm not an expert, but have a little experience on solving my wife and daughter's sewing machine mechanical problems.

I would suggest the following: A. Page 6 of the owners manual see item # 1.to be precise it is 1 1/2 times around. Page 7 at the bottom, Make sure the bobbin tension spring is set so that there is tension. When holding the tread the bobbin shouldn't unroll. If jiggled about 2-3 inches the bobbin should release about 1/3 of that distance. Page 8 at the bottom, ill. There are two flange holders and screws that hold the bobbin case in position located at about 5 and 7 o'clock.

Make sure both screws are tight. This is important. Make sure the thread is treaded through the upper tension adjustment properly.

See page 9 # Illustration C. Terrible illustration. Keep the dial generally in the green range. Put in a new needle, the needles that come with the machine are just short of terrible. Wouldn't hurt to buy good top quality needles for the machine. Posted on Mar 14, 2007.

46 Answers SOURCE: Place the bobbin in the bobbin case making sure the thread feeds clockwise. Draw the thread through the slot on the case. Continue to draw under the tension spring and through the opening pulling out about 6' of thread. Hold the latch open, position the bobbin case into the suttle and release the latch.

THe case should lock into place when the latch is relaeased. With the top thread, hold out about 5' to the left. While holding on tot he top thread, turn the hand wheel toward you and you should see a loop at the feed dogs. Grab the two thread and bring them behind the presser foot. Bonnie Posted on Sep 02, 2008.

If the fly wheel is going around then the clutch isn't disengaged to wind the bobbin, you need to pull out the flywheel on your model to disengage the clutch for bobbin winding. Take thread from thread spool across to bobbin winder thread guide, then back to bobbin and thread the tail through the hole on top of the bobbin. Place bobbin onto spindle on top of machine and then push it against the stop to engage the bobbin winding motor. HOld the thread tail up and start winding slowly until the bobbin core has been covered including the starting point. Stop and trim off the thread tail with scissors. COntinue winding bobbin and give the thread a nudge if needed to wind evening top middle and bottom of the bobbin.

A good smooth wind is important. Also don't wind at full speed and keep an eye on the thread reel that the thread is coming off, you don't want it bouncing around as this will. the thread and stretch then relax it affecting your bobbin wind. Obviously if you know this and the bobbin winding mechanisim is just not working, then it will need a service/replacement by an Elna repair person. Aug 01, 2011.

From the Simplicity Sew Precious Model SWSP2 manual: Inserting a new bobbin:. Place wound bobbin into the bobbin case.

Pull about 6 inches of thread out from the bobbin. NOTE: Be sure that the bobbin rotates COUNTER-CLOCKWISE when thread is pulled. Pass the thread from the bobbin, under the bobbin case spring, and toward the back of the machine. Slide bobbin cover back into position. Upper threading:. Turn the handwheel toward you to raise the take-up lever to its highest position. Lower the presser foot.

Place a spool of thread and spool cap on the spool pin. Place the thread into the first thread guide at the top of the machine. Bring the thread down the right slot of the threading path, then around the tension dial. Push the thread tension release lever and pull the thread up so the thread is secure in the thread tension dial.

Bring the thread up the left slot of the threading path and through the take-up lever from right to left. Bring the thread back down the left slot of the threading path and into the needle eye from front to back. (Clip the thread end with sharp scissors fro easier needle threading.) Raising the bobbin thread. Make sure the presser foot lever is raised. Hold the end of the needle thread with your left hand. Turn the hand wheel toward you with your right hand until the needle goes down once and comes back up, stopping when the needle is at its highest position.

Gently pull up on the needle thread. The bobbin thread, looped around the needle thread, will be drawn up through the needle hole. Push the thread tension release lever and pull about six inches of both the upper and lower threads toward the back of the machine, placing them under the presser foot. You can obtain a copy in pdf format for free at: Dec 10, 2007.

From the Simplicity Sew Precious Model SWSP2 manual: Inserting a new bobbin:. Place wound bobbin into the bobbin case. Pull about 6 inches of thread out from the bobbin.

NOTE: Be sure that the bobbin rotates COUNTER-CLOCKWISE when thread is pulled. Pass the thread from the bobbin, under the bobbin case spring, and toward the back of the machine.

Slide bobbin cover back into position. You can obtain a copy in pdf format for free at: Sep 21, 2007.