Sewing machines are often marketed as being easy to use, but even experienced sewers may sometimes struggle when it comes to installing the bobbin in a Singer sewing machine. Here we’ll explain the steps to take for a successful installation.
Bobbin installation varies slightly between models, so before we start it’s important to be aware that some steps may be different depending on your make and model. Therefore, it’s best to consult your user manual specific to your sewing machine.
To begin, insert the thread spool onto the spool pin on the top of the machine, then thread the presser foot. Next, draw up a loop of thread and insert it through the hole in the bobbin. Holding the end of the thread and with your other hand holding the bobbin still, pull the thread until there’s approximately two or three inches and then lightly grip the thread and pull it off the bobbin.
Once the bobbin is pre-threaded, insert the bobbin into the shuttle race of the machine, with the threaded portion of the bobbin facing up, using a bobbin case if necessary. Next, pull the end of the thread so it’s taut and then drop the bobbin into the shuttle race.
If your sewing machine takes a bobbin case or an insert, then this will need to be inserted into the shuttle race at the same time. There may be specific instructions on how to do so, so be sure to consult your user manual if this is the case.
Next, pull the thread gently to the right, towards the hand wheel, and pull some thread up and out of the slot. This will ensure the bobbin is in the right place and that the thread is in the right spot before you start.
Then, insert the bobbin winder spindle onto the bobbin being careful not to insert it into the hand wheel. Turn the hand wheel until the red line is facing the bobbin spindle and then press the bobbin winder spindle down, keeping your hand on the side of the spindle.
Hold the end of the thread with your left hand and press the start/stop button to start the bobbin winding. The bobbin will rotate, adding thread every few seconds, and when it looks full, press the stop/start button again.
Now the bobbin is full and ready to be used, remove the bobbin from the bobbin winder spindle, being careful not to twist the thread around the pin.
1. Bobbin Thread
To begin, you’ll need to thread the bobbin so that when you place it into your sewing machine it’s ready to use. To do this, make sure the thread spool is lined up correctly with the spool pin on the top of the machine. After drawing up a loop of thread, you’ll need to insert it through the hole in the bobbin. Make sure the thread is taut, but not too tight, by pulling it away from the bobbin.
2. Bobbin Case
Some Singer sewing machines require you to use a bobbin case. To insert the bobbin properly into the case, the angled side must be facing downwards. This bobbin case must be placed in the shuttle race, this is located on the left-hand side at the back of the machine. Don’t start your machine without ensuring the bobbin case is completely secure, as this can cause chaos for your machine.
3. Warnings
As with most things related to sewing machines, there are potential safety issues to consider when installing the bobbin in a Singer sewing machine. Make sure that you are familiar with the machine’s controls, as they can be different from one unit to the next. This can cause confusion and can be dangerous should the wrong control be pressed. It is also important to be mindful of the needle when threading or threading the bobbin, as well as how this can affect the tension on the thread.
4. What to Do After the Bobbin is Installed
Once the bobbin is installed and threaded in your Singer sewing machine, you now have a platform on which you can begin working on your projects. It is important to keep in mind that you should always test the tension of the thread and make sure it is not too tight or too loose. You should also be sure to read your manual so that you are familiar with the different functions of your machine and how to properly use them. Once you have mastered this step you’re ready to start sewing!
