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From: foxhunter25
Date: 02-12-2006, 07:12 PM (1 of 11)
| I have purchased the Singer CE200 and love it. What kind and where can I get a hoop for heavier material i.e. towels, canvas. What is the best prewound bobbin for this machine. I know they reccomend doing your own but if anyone has had any luck I would enjoy not having to wind my own. |
User: foxhunter25
Member since: 02-05-2006 Total posts: 5 |
From: plrlegal
Date: 02-13-2006, 12:07 AM (2 of 11)
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Foxhunter I have a CE 100 (same machine with less built in embroidery stitches) and there are no other hoops available for these machines except the 2 that came with it. First of all, have you watched the DVD that came with the software? If not, you should as it gives a very complete system for hooping/embroidering most fabrics. However, let me see if I can help you a little. Depending on what size designs you are using, hoop your bottom stabilizer (for towels a heavy water soluble) spray it with a temporary adhesive (505, etc.) then stick you fabric to the sprayed stabilizer, layer your top stabilizer and stitch. As for the bobbins, I have only used the recommended bobbins that I purchase from the dealer where I purchased the machine and wind my own bobbins with robinson anton bobbin thread. Singer has made a definite statement that the prewound bobbins are not recommended as people have tried them and ended up destroying the bobbin mechanism in these machines. To avoid those types of problems, you will be better off sticking to the recommended bobbins and winding your own with good bobbin thread, but that is your choice. I've had very good luck with my Futura and I think it's basically because I have read all of the literature that came with my machine, including the 95 page manual that is on the CD. Patsy Patsy
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User: plrlegal
Member since: 05-19-2001 Total posts: 318 |
From: paroper
Date: 02-13-2006, 05:06 AM (3 of 11)
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Remember that if you use a bobbin that is not recommended and it causes damage, you may void the warranty. Step lightly.
pam
Bernina 200e, Artista V5 Designer Plus, Explorations, Magic Box, Bernina 2000DE & 335 Bernette Serger, Bernina 1530 Sewing Machine, Bernina 1300 DC Overlock (with coverstitch) |
User: paroper
Member since: 02-03-2004 Total posts: 3775 |
From: Tom Land
Date: 02-13-2006, 09:54 PM (4 of 11)
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Everyone is right. Singer warns to use only the Singer class 15 bobbin and as a Dealer that is my recomendation. However, I am too lazy to wind bobbins. I use the cardboard "'M" prewounds. There are two other hoops available. One is 24"x5". The other is 24"x24". They are made by an aftermarlet company and not sold by Singer.
Have fun or don't do it, Tom
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User: Tom Land
Member since: 09-21-2005 Total posts: 514 |
From: Pudge99
Date: 02-14-2006, 08:28 AM (5 of 11)
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Tom, You confuse me. My manual says specifically not to use class 15. They give this really long part number that I have been unable to find anywhere even at the singer dealer. Gina
Pictures of my successes and failures Pfaff 2040 Janome Mylock 134D Singer Futura CE-100 w/ Autopunch Husqvarna Viking 3D Sketch |
User: Pudge99
Member since: 10-30-2001 Total posts: 1375 |
From: LadySloPokes
Date: 02-25-2006, 12:56 PM (6 of 11)
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I also have the CE-200, and my Singer dealer has indicated that using the pre-wound cardboard bobbins has not caused any problems in her CE-200 floor model, which they use all the time in their Embroidery and Futura Club classes. I have been using them and have not experienced any problems. However, I will say that if you use the machine for standand or decorative sewing (not embroidery) definately use the Singer bobbins that are recommended. The ladies at my Singer dealer (they are actually the owners) are extremely knowledgable about the many machines they sell, and about sewing, quilting and embroidery. They teach classes for sewing, embroidery and for kids sewing. I'd be happy to supply anyone with the link to their website if you'd be interested. They do answer their emails on a regular basis-Karen and Sue are my "go-to" gals when I have questions!
Cookie
LadySlo...yes am I, but hey, I'm gettin' there! Are you sure it's supposed to look like this?! Proud owner of Singer Quantum Decor 7322 & Singer Quantum Futura CE 200.. "A balanced diet is having chocolate in both hands!" |
User: LadySloPokes
Member since: 08-15-2005 Total posts: 198 
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From: MaryW
Date: 02-27-2006, 12:06 PM (7 of 11)
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What is an aftermarlet company?
MaryW
owner/editor of Sew Whats New |
User: MaryW
Member since: 06-23-2005 Total posts: 2542 
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From: paroper
Date: 02-27-2006, 12:16 PM (8 of 11)
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I think that is supposed to be aftermarket company, a company that makes parts for something that are made to the specifications of the mfg but are cheaper and put on after the machine has been sold. You find that in car parts in particular.
pam
Bernina 200e, Artista V5 Designer Plus, Explorations, Magic Box, Bernina 2000DE & 335 Bernette Serger, Bernina 1530 Sewing Machine, Bernina 1300 DC Overlock (with coverstitch) |
User: paroper
Member since: 02-03-2004 Total posts: 3775 |
From: Tom Land
Date: 02-27-2006, 02:01 PM (9 of 11)
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Tom, You confuse me. My manual says specifically not to use class 15. They give this really long part number that I have been unable to find anywhere even at the singer dealer. You are right. The Singer class 15 as well as most generic 15 class bobbins are lighter with thinner walls. They tend to bounce around in the bobbincase making more noise and can cause a thread jam. I only sell the heavier 15 class so often forget they are not called the same thing. The Bobbin Singer recommends or Janome bobbins work great with all machines using a class 15 plastic bobbin. There are a number of others that are the same but these are the two I stock depending on who has the best price on them when I am ordering. Thank you for bringing this to my attention. Have fun or don't do it, Tom
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User: Tom Land
Member since: 09-21-2005 Total posts: 514 |
From: Tom Land
Date: 02-27-2006, 02:17 PM (10 of 11)
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Continuation of previous post: I hadn't finished. The dealers you are checking at probably do like I do as far class 15 bobbins go. Ask for either Janome top drop-in, Singer xl 5000 or 6000 top drop-in(not self winding), Current Elna top drop-in, or Pfaff top drop-in bobbins. All of these are the heavier 15 class bobbins. There are a number of others that are also the same but these are ones you can count on. Make sure you are getting "Genuine" & not a generic "that will work". You can easily tell the difference if you hold the bobbins up to each other. Make sure you get bobbins with with thick walls or sides.
Have fun or don't do it, Tom
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User: Tom Land
Member since: 09-21-2005 Total posts: 514 |
From: Pudge99
Date: 02-27-2006, 03:12 PM (11 of 11)
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Thanks Tom for explaining. I get confused very easily. I was able to find the proper bobbins at another Singer dealer. Gina
Pictures of my successes and failures Pfaff 2040 Janome Mylock 134D Singer Futura CE-100 w/ Autopunch Husqvarna Viking 3D Sketch |
User: Pudge99
Member since: 10-30-2001 Total posts: 1375 |
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