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Answered by Chris Breazeale, owner of Buckets of Ink, Tempe AZ
When embroidery thread keeps breaking or shredding, check these first:
- The thread's age and storage. Depending on where you are in the country, humidity and moisture can get into the thread, and into the machine while it runs.
- Rayon or polyester. Rayon is a much softer thread, and its tensile strength isn't as high as polyester's.
- The needle. Make sure it's in the right position and angled properly on the machine.
- The bobbin hook. Check it for nicks from needles coming down and striking it. A nicked hook can make the needle shear the thread.
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