When using embroidery thread, first make sure you use Brother bobbin thread at weight #60. Loosen the upper thread to 0 and make sure to sew slowly - be ready to stop at any time.
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I have a simple sewing machine, but think the principle may be somewhat similar.
On a regular sewing machine, when your thread keeps breaking, the first thing you check is the needle. If you're using the wrong size, the thread will break — no matter how good the quality of the thread is. Try changing the needle size on your machine, if you can.
If you no longer have the instructions for it, go to Google and type in "owner's manual Brother PE-150 embroidery machine" when the search box comes up. In your owner's manual, you can find out how to change the needle. You may also find the correct needle size for metallic thread — or some other hint or tip on using metallic thread. Check it out.
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the previous answer is right. make sure you are using the correct needle. it is also helpful when using metallic threads to slow your machine down. there are so many wonderful machine embroidery groups on yahoo, i belong to over 30 of them. a great website for free machine embroidery designs is
<a href="http://www.designsbysick.com/a.....gt;Designs by SiCK Embroidery Library</a>
they give away 49 free designs a day. if you need any help finding machine embroidery groups in yahoo just e-mail me.
have fun.
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i have a brother ult2002d embroidery machine.
I have this machine, you need to loosen the upper thread to 0
make sure you are using the correct bobbin thread- it is really important to use brother bobbin thread, the one on the blue bobbin- it is #60 weight, finally, keep your finger on the start/stop button so it sews really slowly.
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Hi there are several things to try. One is it should come off the spool with minimal kinks. Many say to have it unwind from a top spool instead of horizontal. I find that I often have to pull the thread out straight to reduce the breakage. Lessen tension on the top thread. I almost never try to use it in the bobbin thread. As an alternative I have used the same color in the bobbin but not the metallic.
Using a good quality metallic thread makes a difference. Last use an embroidery needle made for metallic thread the difference being the eye of the needle is larger and it will reduce rubbing and therefore fraying of the thread. Sometimes breakage for metallic or reg thread is due to an old needle that has developed burrs in the eye of the needle usually only noticed by the amount of breakage. Oh one other thing reduce the speed.
I had a brother machine starting out they are little workhorse machines. Join a group for embroidery you will learn a lot.
Good luck Celeste
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I have been using Brother embroidery machines since PE Design version 1.
Of course the first advice is to avoid metallic thread. But it's sooooo beautiful! I know, I use it too.
A lot of the advice is really good. First, use a metallic thread needle, I use Metallica from Schmetz. Metafil from Sullivan is really good too.
Second, don't skimp on needles. They aren't all that expensive when the notions wall is on sale, stock up. Use a new needle often.
Third, slow the machine down. I don't remember if you have a speed control on that machine, it would be in the set up.
Fourth, use a good 60 weight bobbin thread.
Fifth, try not to be sewing too dense of a design. If you really need a particular design, make the density less with one of the tools available.
Finally, I think that coming off horizontally is best, but not off the the top of the spool that is laying horizontally, rolling off of the spool. You may need a better thread stand for this. Since this can be expensive or time consuming, try the other things first.
I hope this helps.
DaveJ
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Embroidery enthusiast, past embroidery magazine columnist, sewing and embroidery teacher.
try topstitch needle ,loosen tension to 1, place cotton in a cup or bowl and place on floor, slow machine down.,watch for twists as cotton unwinds,enjoy.I use a lot of metalics what brand are the ones you have ? I may be able to help a little more
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There are 2 things that work for me. #1 correct needle metallic 80/14 but, the most important thing is to allow the metallic thread to relax. So get a free standing thread holder and get it as far from the machine as possible and sew till your hearts content. It works!!!!! good luck
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Make sure you use the right needle, and also check that you tension is not too tight.
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