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  1. Help! My Embroidery Machine Keeps Jamming – What I Learned and What to Do If you’ve ever sat down to embroider and ended up nearly in tears over thread nests, jamming, or tension issues—welcome to the club. I’ve had my embroidery machine for about a year and a half now, and lately, it’s been giving me a serious headache. No matter how much I adjust the tension, it just keeps jamming. At first, I blamed the file digitization, but even an old design I’ve used before jammed. That’s when I realized: it might be time for a deeper look. Here’s a rundown of what happened, what I tried, and what I learned from the embroidery community (and a few kind souls who clearly know their stuff). The Mystery of the Constant Jams It started subtly—occasional issues here and there—but quickly escalated to full-blown chaos. The top thread would bunch up underneath the fabric, right in the needle hole, forming what many call a “bird’s nest” or more technically, thread nesting. I changed the needle. Then I changed it again. And again. (Twice in one hour ) I fiddled with the upper tension, bobbin tension, rethreaded everything, but nothing worked. Diagnosing the Problem Here’s what I learned through trial, error, and talking with others: 1. It’s Called Nesting – And It’s Not Always About Tension Nesting happens when the top thread gets caught or doesn’t pull through properly. Despite what many assume, it’s not always a tension issue. If the thread isn’t breaking but is bunching, it’s likely something else. 2. Time to Clean and Oil One of the best tips I received was to take off the throat plate, use pressurized air to clean out the lint, and shine a flashlight down there to check for stray threads. Oil every recommended spot on your machine, especially if it’s been a while. 3. Inspect for Damage If you’ve had a bad jam, you might have a needle strike that damaged the underside of the needle plate, the bobbin case, or the rotary hook. These tiny dings can catch the top thread and start the whole nesting nightmare again. Use a cotton ball to run across all those surfaces. If it catches anywhere, you may have a rough spot causing the jam. How Often Should You Service Your Machine? This was one of my biggest questions, especially since I’m getting ready to launch a small business selling custom shirts and sweatshirts. Here’s the consensus: Once a year is the standard for routine servicing, assuming no problems. If you’re running your machine frequently (say, over 5–10 million stitches a year), you may need to service it more often. Just like a car, preventative maintenance—cleaning, oiling, replacing worn parts—protects your investment. Final Thoughts: Know Your Machine I’m using a single-needle Brother dual embroidery and sewing machine, and while I’m no expert, I’ve learned this: take the time to really get to know your machine. Clean it regularly. Oil it when needed. Keep a stash of fresh embroidery needles. And when things start acting up? Don’t ignore it—investigate. Sometimes it’s a quick fix, sometimes it needs professional servicing. Either way, keeping your machine in top shape is crucial—especially if you’re stitching for business. Got your own jamming horror story or fix-it tip? Drop it in the comments—I’d love to hear what’s worked for you!
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