Me AGAIN!! ;) My machine (Brother PE700II) arrived unexpectedly last evening!! I have been studying the book (haven't even taken the machine out of the box yet!). I have a question - the Manual says to use only 90wt bobbin thread. Most bobbin thread is 60 wt - I cannot find pre-wound bobbins anywhere with 90 wt. I really don't want to wind my own... What is the worst thing that can happen if I use 60 wt? - I even found some with 70 wt, & would use those. Also, is all "top" thread 40 wt - I think I saw some that is 60, somewhere! You "guys" are the greatest!!

My Brother machine loves NEBS clear sided plastic prewound bobbins! I have wound very few bobbins, since buying my machine years ago. I buy most of my stablilizers from www.allstitch.com, and I believe they carry the NEBS prewound. Fast delivery and great customer service, too!
Angel

Here is another place that sells the 90 weight bobbin thread.
you can get individual spools or a box of 5.
Link below.

EastWitch2

Here is a place that sells the Finishing Touch 90 weight Bobbin thread.
Link Below.
EastWitch2

Link to 90 weight bobbin thread.

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by gracefullyp 29 Oct 2011

Thank you.

Brother makes bobbin thread is 90 weight which is very light weight and 60 weight which is heavier than the 90 weight.

Some of the Brother machines are pre set at the factory to use the 90 weight bobbin thread and some are set to use the 60 weight bobbin thread.

If your manual suggests using the 90 weight then that should be the one you buy and wind your own bobbins.
You should be able to get it on spools or larger cones.

If you buy a heavier weight bobbin thread such as 60 or 70 or 75 weight then you may have to adjust your bobbin tension to get the heavier bobbin thread to stitch out right on your machine.

As far as pre wounds go some have 60 weight bobbin thread, some have 70 weight and some have 75 weight that I have seen.

Most home styled sewing /embroidery machines use the plastic sided pre wounds.

If you used pre wounds that are a different thread weight than your machine suggests using for bobbin thread you may have to adjust your bobbin tension to get a heavier weight bobbin thread to stitch out right in your machine.

Most Top thread for embroidery is 40 weight.

There is a 60 weight top thread made by Madeira and you would use this for samll lettering as it is a lighter weight than the normal 40 weight embroidery thread and would give a better stitch out (less dense stitches).

You should ask your machine dealer if they carry the 90 weight bobbin thread and also ask if they do adjustments on the bobbin tension if you would rather use a heavier bobbin thread in the bobbin.

They should be able to adjust the bobbin tension to get a balanced stitch using a heavier weight bobbin thread (60, 70, 75, weight) with a top weight (40 weight embroidery thread on your machine.

EastWitch2

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by gracefullyp 29 Oct 2011

Thanks again, EW2. However, there is no dealer within 3 hours of where I live - wish there was. Maybe the sewing repairman can help me - I'll have to ask him. Thanks for bringing that to my attention - see - I just don't know enough to ask the right questions!! You ROCK!! :)

You mean they do write interesting, informative stuff in those things! Never read them unless I have a problem.?

Wow, I can't believe how many Type A personalities Cuties there are. I have never, ever read a user's manual for anything! Us Type B personalities just jump right in and try out our machines without reading anything! Maybe that is why it took me two years to find out the right way to wind a bobbin - LOL! It's amazing how much better it works when you wind it the right way. I like to do things, "By guess and by Golly!" I drive my type A friends bananas.

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by gracefullyp 29 Oct 2011

HAHAHA!! That's funny!! Never thought about it - BUT - my husband is type A to the Nth degree - the poster child, & he NEVER reads the instructions for anything!! I, on the other hand, do not consider myself Type A - I feel like I am the exact opposite - I read the instructions for EVERYTHING - multiple times!! :)

by mommajo 01 Nov 2011

I must be a type B also, I am a process controller at work so I write the directions but rarely read any, lol

Congrats!!! I have this machine and I use Brother 60 wt thread. I tried using pre wound bobbins but I had some trouble with them so I wind my own. I really love my machine. I have had it 2 years now and I keep finding more and more things that it can do. Have fun and enjoy!

Brother says their machines are picky and work best with the recommended weight.

oohHoo! I read my entire manual before getting on the machine also. It is OK for you to touch it and play with the levers! I have a brother and 90 weight thread is too thin for the bobbin. 60wt can work with 40 even with fsl, however if the colors do not match you will see the variance between top and bottom thread. Check it out! I just got a new brother and instead of a long time til it was up and running a one key question answered about the bobbin cases (don't know if you have 2) and I am stitchin! You are the second person with the 700II, I have to check it out! Welcome to Cute! You will find all your questions answered and more! christine Live Laugh Download Stitch!

Samantha, I do not think that you can only use 90 wt. Even Brothers bobbin thread that they sell for their machines is 60wt. My mind says if you can only use 90wt. then how would you ever beable to do FSL...as you need the thread to be the same top and bottom for FSL. The best way to learn is jump in and try your new baby. Let us know how all goes for you. H&*

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by gracefullyp 29 Oct 2011

I had also thought of that point!! If they REQUIRE you to use a certain wt of bobbin thread in their machines - they should make it EASY to do so!

EBTPE White Embroidery Bobbin Thread - 90 weight
Genuine Brother® Accessory. White bobbin thread ideal for Brother® manufactured embroidery machines only. 1000 mm white bobbin thread. Gauged for Brother® machine embroidery tension. 5 spools per box= from the link below.....

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by gracefullyp 29 Oct 2011

Thanks! - I also think I would like to buy pre-wound, too.

I'd never even heard of 90wt. thread before, but you can find it here...

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by gracefullyp 29 Oct 2011

Thank you! I do also think I would like to buy pre-wound, but can't find 90wt! Let me know if anyone does find it!! I did find 75.

Hi Samantha
I have this machine its fabulous :-)
I also had the mark 1 and then purchased the mark II
I have them sitting on my unit like a pair of twins lol.. I have run these machines for hours and they are fantastic :-)
trial and error is the best way to learn.. especially with threads one of machines likes metalic the other hates them.. they do seem to grow personalities lol..
My best advice is always trim thread from the spool and pull the thread through from the bottom that way your thread always runs one way collecting any excess lint which would or could jam your machine..
always check your bobbin holder and area are clean from lint a little brush kept near by is very handy.
Have fun playing :-)
Big hugs from London
Maria xx

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by osueo 29 Oct 2011

My repair lady who FIXED my Brother 780D, said the same thing-----It's like flossing your teeth. The "OUTFIT" where I bought my machine told me NONE of the basics. But my repair lady taught me SOOO much about the running and care of the machine. I love it and use it almost nonstop. Enjoy. You will become hooked.

by gracefullyp 29 Oct 2011

There is no dealer here in my town, but there IS a good repairman - maybe I'll ask him for some tips!! That is a good reference!

by mooie24 29 Oct 2011

I believe the Repair person or the person that services our machines are the best to ask :-)

by mysugarfootswife 29 Oct 2011

Super idea. Thanks for passing it on.

I use the Janome 90 wt. bobbin thread. love it Grannieannie

I use the 60 wt prewounds from MetroEmb.com on my Quattro and 780D with no problems.

Congratulations on your new machine

Congratulations on your new machine.
I use the madera(Seralon) Poyester Bobbin thread comes in white and black 5000m which I then wind myself.
Most of my top thread is 40wt.

No. 60wt for fine lettering, Monogramming or badges.Provides clarity and definition to embroidery.

no. 30 wt - for reduced embroidery stitch count and produce striking special effects.
No. 12 (Burmi Lana)Wool embroidery Thread

You also get Super twist(Metallised), frosed Matt, Xtra. ,Classic(rayon), Poly Neon(poltester).


When doing lace work (fsl) I use the same top and bobbin also in applique.
Hope this helps.

Hugs Yvonne

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by asterixsew 28 Oct 2011

Yvonne this is brilliant information - thanks

Got Madeira 70 wt bobbin thread with my Designer1. Have a chest of Madeira embroidery rayon 40 wt and several spools of 30 wt - nice for redwork etc. as it is a bit thicker.

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by gracefullyp 28 Oct 2011

I actually found a seller on ebay with pre-wound Class 15/ A bobbins with 75 wt bobbin thread - & low quantities! I am going to get some & try them out - if they work, I may venture down to the 60 wt & see what happens - I am just scared to do damage b/c of my ignorance!! You all are SO helpful!! Love it!! :)

Congratulations on the arrival of the machine. I think that most of us try different threads out on our machines, get it out of the box and have some fun. Brother manuals are not the easiest of reads, the screen on your machine gives loads of information as to what to do. The machines are pretty solid, I have used a few varieties of Brother with children and they are pretty indistructurable - the machine not the kids. The machine will tell you if it doesnot like what you are doing. Go and have some fun dear NOW

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by gracefullyp 28 Oct 2011

OK!! :D

by osueo 29 Oct 2011

You will LOVE IT.

Use the 60 wt. I have not seen any 90 either. You could probably get more 90 on a bobbin. Big 'if' is, would it be strong enough anyway. Most-used top thread is 40. It is possible to get 60 which is good for small lettering & heavier 30 wt for special projects. I am anxious to see what other Cuties say.
Marcelle

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by gracefullyp 28 Oct 2011

Good points about the strength of the 90wt. I will do some home"work"!!

Samantha, CONGRATULATIONS on the new machine. I use the weight that is suggested by the dealer - which means I wind my own. Once you get in the habbit of it - it is no big deal. I buy all my embroidery thread from Metro thread. Have fun and please share your 1st Project and all others with us, it inspires us.

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by gracefullyp 28 Oct 2011

WOW - I HOPE my first project won't "inspire" other newbies to run away!! LOL I had read somewhere that sometimes if you wind your own bobbins, they are not as consistently tight & could cause a foul-up. Have you experienced this?

by quilter124 31 Oct 2011

congratulations Shirlene....you have
173173 flowers...neat number....