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From: cjneath
Date: 03-25-2007, 05:33 PM (1 of 13)
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Hiya all...i've been lurking for 2 days now trying to see if my question has been asked b4, but apparently it hasn't been, and i have come to the conclusion that my brand new shiny sewing machine is smarter than me, and it seems to be smirking at me. I have searched everywhere to see what i am doing wrong & cannot find out how to thread the top bobbin! I give up lol It is a Singer 7462. Any help on this one? Thank you in advance. CJ |
User: cjneath
Member since: 03-25-2007 Total posts: 5 |
From: plrlegal
Date: 03-25-2007, 05:39 PM (2 of 13)
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CJ did you get a manual with your machine? I have several Singer machines (Quantum 3400, Futura CE 100 and Singer Featherweight) but none of them have a "top" bobbin. My Futura and my Quantum have top loading drop in bobbins if that is what you're referring to and on both the Futura and the Quantum the clear plastic cover plate has the threading diagram for the bobbin on them. Patsy Patsy
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User: plrlegal
Member since: 05-19-2001 Total posts: 318 |
From: cjneath
Date: 03-25-2007, 06:09 PM (3 of 13)
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Hi Patsy, Yes, i have the manual but i'm not really understanding how it "auto feeds" the bobbin. It says to load the spool, then wind in around up top, then put the empty bobbin on the top left. Then hit the foot pedal. It is not loading the bobbin..sheesh... 
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User: cjneath
Member since: 03-25-2007 Total posts: 5 |
From: cjneath
Date: 03-25-2007, 06:10 PM (4 of 13)
| Sorry...top RIGHT..not top left...frustrated |
User: cjneath
Member since: 03-25-2007 Total posts: 5 |
From: pinecone
Date: 03-25-2007, 08:52 PM (5 of 13)
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Is this the one? http://www.singerco.com/products/product_detail.html?product_id=1367 Did you disengage the clutch? piney |
User: pinecone
Member since: 03-10-2007 Total posts: 59 |
From: diannab
Date: 03-25-2007, 09:15 PM (6 of 13)
HEy!  I have a Singer 7462 !!! It is supper easy! Are you wanting to thread the top thread or the bobbin? Email me at <email address removed for privacy> if you want a video! I will record my self threading my machine if that would help any IF it is loading the bobbin I will help with that too! Welcome to the group and don't feel bad! I felt the same way when I started! LOL
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User: diannab
Member since: 10-28-2006 Total posts: 78 |
From: cjneath
Date: 03-27-2007, 08:29 PM (7 of 13)
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HEy! I have a Singer 7462 !!! It is supper easy! Are you wanting to thread the top thread or the bobbin? Email me at <email address removed for privacy> if you want a video! I will record my self threading my machine if that would help any IF it is loading the bobbin I will help with that too! Welcome to the group and don't feel bad! I felt the same way when I started! LOL Wow..what an angel u are! And yes yes yes i would love a video lol...j I haven't progressed past loading the bobbin up top, much less threading the needle. I just emailed u and look forward to seeing u do it so i can hit myself on the head at my stupidity lol Thank u again! Can't wait to actually get past this little "hicup" and i can actually start learning from u guys and know what u all are talking about in here hahhaa..  CJ |
User: cjneath
Member since: 03-25-2007 Total posts: 5 |
From: Bsalet
Date: 03-28-2007, 03:04 AM (8 of 13)
Wow Dianab that was really nice of you Just thought I'd let you know 
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User: Bsalet
Member since: 08-09-2006 Total posts: 43 
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From: Brenisback
Date: 03-28-2007, 06:06 AM (9 of 13)
I have to put my two cents in ...I agree with Bsalet...that was so nice of you to help so much ...I have always said this is a great site... now ...I feel it is FANTASTIC !! all you girls are a great Bunch 
Brenda
People come into your life ...for a Reason a Season or a Lifetime. |
User: Brenisback
Member since: 09-20-2004 Total posts: 228 |
From: MotherInLaw
Date: 03-28-2007, 09:42 PM (10 of 13)
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cjneath, We all started off where you are so don't be so hard on yourself. I still have problems with things I don't see done in front of me. Read the manual........NOT I can't comprehend some of that garbage. Show me hands on and I'll learn how to fly a plane. Just don't tell me to read the book. LOL There is enough people on this board that we'll have you helping other people in no time. diannab, You are such a nice person to help her like this. I'm so glad you found this site and are a part of our little group. 
I'm regressing back into my youth, I just have to figure out how I'm going to convience my body to come along with me.
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User: MotherInLaw
Member since: 06-25-2005 Total posts: 1118 
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From: cjneath
Date: 03-30-2007, 03:04 PM (11 of 13)
Just to let everyone know, Diannab did indeed come thru for me. Yesterday, she went on her webcam & showed me what i was doing wrong & right from the getgo i saw my problem. I had my thread placed on the wrong pole! On my machine (and in the manual..weird that..) it shows the "laying down" thread stick where u start from.  When i saw there was another pole (i had to go find mine in the accessory drawer & stick it in) i was off to the races & was able to thread my machine! Whoooohooo I knew it would be something simple that was hindering my progress, but i don't think i would've had ever noticed that little metal hole, as the book didn't mention it hahahaa...then another challenge in threading the needle as it shows how to thread it on auto, couldnt figure that out either, but not a biggie as long as they make magnifying glasses lol...and that will come later as i learn my machine...Annnnnyway ALL my thx to Diannab for her kindness & unselfishness with her time in showing a newbie how much fun sewing can be. All day yesterday i happily sewed my butt off. Tightening up 4 pairs of jeans, & 2 crop pants. Mending of my dhtr's pajamas (made them into shorts, AND cuffed them, tyvm! lol I only had to start over on one leg once haha..too funny. I'm not ready to start on real patterns yet...very intimidating right now, but hey, anythings possible. I hate to admit it, but i am 48 years old & have come into this 'sewing' thang a bit late in the game, but i just know i will master it and have lots of enjoyable hours learning..and knowing u all. Many thx to all of u who helped, and most especially u, Dianna..u'r a real peach!  CJ in Austin, TX |
User: cjneath
Member since: 03-25-2007 Total posts: 5 |
From: plrlegal
Date: 03-30-2007, 08:57 PM (12 of 13)
CJ I'm am so sorry that I didn't understand that you were having trouble figuring out how to wind a bobbin on your new machine. Duh! Senior Moments you know.  and never think you're too old to learn. Hopefully, I will continue to learn as long as I live and am able to retain some of my sanity.  Patsy Patsy
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User: plrlegal
Member since: 05-19-2001 Total posts: 318 |
From: dcloud
Date: 03-30-2007, 09:04 PM (13 of 13)
| Hi CJ. Yes, this is the best sewing forum on the Web. I have already learned a lot in my short time here. I'm like you - only comfortable at the moment repairing clothes and such. But I know I can learn to do the difficult stuff with practice and the help of the great people here. |
User: dcloud
Member since: 03-21-2007 Total posts: 72 |
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