I even slowed the machine down. Any thoughts? i was thinking of buying titanium organ needles. I have read past entries and trying to rule out all other poss. problems so that why I was thinking needles. I have designer se. I would appreciate your knowledge since i am new at this! Thank you so much for your time and expertise!

I also have a designer SE. Hope you get it worked out. I have used Solvy Heavy weight and vilene (a WSS woven type)both with success. I've use size 14 and 12 needles. Dealers tend to suggest changing your needle after about 8 hours of use. I am surprised how much that can make a difference in the appearance. I have used RA, Sulky and Madeira threads. My dealer suggested NOT using Coats and Clarks.

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by bluedaisy 02 Feb 2010

Oh that is interesting regarding the thread. So was the Solvy heavy weight easy to use in your se? I was thinking about buying some or badgemaster. I've only used the vilene.

Hope the thread is your problem & some different will fix it. *

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by bluedaisy 01 Feb 2010

I hope so thanks!

I see you have an great answer - so I wish you well with FSL and will leave you with a flower.

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by bluedaisy 01 Feb 2010

Thank you! Love your lace projects!

When I started I had the same experience. I asked my dealer and took the embroidery with me. He said that is was the yarn, that was a little bit stretchy. I could use that yarn for all embroidery but not for FSL. After I bought a new yarn it went well. Hope this helps you.

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by mops 01 Feb 2010

Nice to know that, thanks!

by bluedaisy 01 Feb 2010

Thank you I will try a different thread.