How to Use a Twin Needle on Your Sewing Machine

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www.easysewingforbeginners.com shows you how to use a twin needle on your sewing machine. In this video you will see what a twin needle is and what all those numbers mean on the packaging, how to insert the needle into your sewing machine, how to thread your machine when using a twin needle and see the twin needle in action.
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@coffeegeek111 4 жыл бұрын

so amazing!!! thank you, I have avoided knits for my entire sewing life, because I'm not a fan of zig zag, this tutorial has literally changed my sewing game, me made knickers here I come!!! Beautifully presented, clearly explained, wonderful.

@mrhotrod1950 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. I kept thinking you needed two bobbins to see with a twin needle. Thanks for showing me how it works. Also the idea of using the bobbin spools as cotton reels, was a revelation l and well worth knowing.

@kyvie 8 жыл бұрын

I didnt know you can use twin needles for decorative stitches. Now I'm hyped up to try it. Your tutorial is superb by the way. Great explanation.

@EasySewing4Beginners 8 жыл бұрын

+KiCko kimichi Glad I could help! Hope it went well 😀.

@maggiesingh5158 Жыл бұрын

Hi thank you for teaching I have really learned how to use a twin needle very interesting now I can hem my sewing also

@deedeesteele1801 9 жыл бұрын

A note of caution to Brother sewing machine owners. I have a Brother 420PRW computerized machine which I dearly love. I found out the hard way tho . . . this machine has to be set up in the computer screen for a twin needle, which I didn't know and I crash smashed the first stitch with my first try of a twin needle. Another instance of READ YOUR MANUAL FIRST!!! I hope this will save many of you from breaking a twin needle or damaging your machines. It also has to be programmed back to a single needle. Lovely lovely machine so don't abuse it by not reading your manual.

@EasySewing4Beginners 8 жыл бұрын

+DeeDee Steele Oh no! Did the needles catch the presser foot?

@deedeesteele1801 8 жыл бұрын

Yes, it crashed bang before I knew what was happening! Again, always read the manual before doing anything as to prevent bad bad things from happening to a wonderful machine. From someone who learned the hard way.

@tonyknightsecreto8338 5 ай бұрын

Great idea in sewing the things you can do now days😅 with machine I see that's a nice one 😊im looking forward to more of your lessons you are so talented from tk I'm a guy 😮thanks.

@emiichii0078 4 ай бұрын

i read the manual, and also aware of the alphabet on the screen, if you don't use proper footer the needle might broke

@rosalarian 9 жыл бұрын

Very helpful! You cleared up a lot of my confusion. And thanks for using two different colors of thread and light colored fabric to demonstrate. So many tutorials are difficult to see what's happening, but this was very clear.

@EasySewing4Beginners 8 жыл бұрын

+rosalarian Glad I could help!

@PeemTsheejDuaNtais98 3 жыл бұрын

Been 8yrs since I sew. Glad I came in here and learned how I had forgotten so many steps. I feel like I’m back to the beginner. Your video is very clear. Thank you. Now I need to put my hands back on sewing. I was worried that I will have to buy two threads but you showed us to use one of the bobby-pins for the other thread and it sure saved a lot of money.

@eleonoreloundermon2372 8 жыл бұрын

This was the first time I learned how to use a double or twin needle🌷excellent information .

@kevinsews 9 жыл бұрын

We use serger thread on our industrial coverstitch machines. When using a twin needle is my only option (when on the road teaching, etc...) I always use serger thread. It is less bulky and since it is 2 ply thread instead of 3 it is thinner. This results in loosening both your needle and bobbin tension slightly, which usually results in a much nicer twin needle stitch without any adjustments to the bobbin and often the needle as well. Give it a try and see what you think.

@EasySewing4Beginners 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip, Kevin Sews! I'll need to try it.

@marshajefferson5112 6 жыл бұрын

Kevin Sews l

@matrixmom3300 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, I just started to sew and learned how to do the preliminary work with your up close video. Using the twin needle for hemming knits is such a great option for me, since I just update thrifted clothes. Out of all the instructional videos I have seen , yours are clearly the best, most simple, and best close-ups .

@rogenastyles9625 3 ай бұрын

I got some twin needles a while ago but was a bit afraid to try them. I just googled and found you. Thank you for the demo, I feel more confident to try them now and love they can be used for decorative stitches to.

@jessicamillund1351 Жыл бұрын

I want to thank you for this tutorial. I was finally able to finish a small project that I literally walked away from and left on the sewing machine for 2 days due to absolute frustration! The tread kept tangling and snapping, I even shattered a twin needle in the process. I had no idea the threads needed to unspool in the opposite directions, and I am thankful you mentioned that.

@hannahboldt1080 3 жыл бұрын

This was a wonderfully helpful video! I have always been intimidated by knits and twin needles. This was so clear and the helpful tips (like which way the threads come off the spools) is much appreciated. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge!

@lianneedmunds4022 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I am about to tackle twin needle sewing. I’ve been putting it off. But now I feel a bit more confident after watching your video. The decorative stitches look amazing.

@clairesutherland2591 3 жыл бұрын

Extremely helpful. Have managed to hem a jersey maxi dress tonight and the result looks great . First time working with jersey fabric xx

@mappygirl 4 жыл бұрын

My mother and I were discussing whether twin needles worked on regular machines last night. She thought only sergers did it. So grateful for the tips and demo. This is great!

@aross8650 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! The twin needles have been sitting in my sewing box for many years and never knew how to use it. I know now, thanks to you!

@sarehgol5756 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much it was very informative and helpful I just tried the twin needle for the first time with no problems at all ❤️ you explained everything 💕

@NeauxWai 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! I'm finishing my first full jersey knit project and am using a twin needle for the first time. Super helpful!

@greeneyeddubs 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so MUCH!!!! I had no clue how to use the twin needle and how I was ever gonna get two colors on my machine!!! Again, thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!

@gayemarianesfox2405 5 жыл бұрын

I just discovered I have a twin needle and didn't know what it was for! Thank God for YT and your helpful tutorial!

@cliffjones7868 5 жыл бұрын

listening to the sounds, I could hear the two bobbins used as spools were making some noise. I think if you would use as small pieces of felt on the bottom of the bottom bobbin and one in between the two. the bobbins wouldn't jump and keep the thread from flopping. It's a thought anyway. Good explanation of double needle.

@smallfootprint2961 4 жыл бұрын

Seems easy enough to use the felt pieces and the keepers on separate thread posts. We always think we know better and can play the system, but there's a reason they set it up the way they do. Still I got a lot from this demo.

@Cahayamata2 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this tut! I will try it out. I've always been intimidated by twin needles.

@TERI6364 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I have been trying to figure out how to hem t-shirts without them bunching, and I cannot wait to test your method!!

@degariscatlady 9 жыл бұрын

De Garis Cat lady, Thank you very much for this video, you made it look so easy and it was easy !! I have always wondered now to get a really nice finish on knitted fabrics for hems etc. I have just used my twin needle that has been sitting in my sewing box for years +++ for the very first time and the hem I did with it looks great . So happy !! Thanks again , Cheers Kathy

@EasySewing4Beginners 8 жыл бұрын

+Kathryn De Garis Wow! Glad I could help! It does make a really nice finish on knit fabrics!

@PupRiku 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing video thank you. I love to see fellow Janome users. I've just made my first t-shirt, but I didn't have a twin needle to finish it off, can't wait for mine to come in the post!

@joannebarrette9 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this lovely demo. Just a quick note. I've just tested twin needles for the very first. After a few failed tests I used ONLY the left thread guide for the left thread on the spoon and ONLY the right thread guide for the right thread on the spoon. Hope this doesn't sound too confusing;) The result came out perfect. Again thank you ;)

@EasySewing4Beginners 8 жыл бұрын

+Joanne B. Ah great! Yes, the more the threads can be separated the better.

@janetpacker5028 4 жыл бұрын

Joanne B. S

@Jazyhouston 3 жыл бұрын

Omg ! Thank you so much . I purchased a twin needle a couple months back..tried it once .. it didn’t work so I just kept it in my sewing kit lol . Thank you so much for making it so easy !!

@Chirpy_Chirp Жыл бұрын

Holy cow!! I’ve been stressing about this with my Janome but you just made it sooo easy!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!♥️♥️♥️♥️

@joanntratchel5087 8 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for your video, I have been scared to use the twin needle, but, you have given me the go ahead that I can use it now.... again thank you

@EasySewing4Beginners 8 жыл бұрын

+Jo Ann Tratchel Great! I hope it all went well!

@kez6161 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. It doesn’t feel so scary after watching you. I have a CXL 301 Janome and only just learning. Made a few bags and face masks. I have now got some jersey fabric to make some P.J’s it advised you use a twin 80/12. That scared me. I’m now feeling more confident to go and sew. You made it look simple.

@EasySewing4Beginners 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear. All the best with your sewing adventures 😁

@nedameinradt1001 7 жыл бұрын

Great video. Very helpful, I was trying to find a way to finish a hem on london stretch. Thank you for posting the video. Truncating the threading of the needles is fine by me. If you cant thread a needle, you really aren't ready for the twin needles yet anyways.

@lyndelltaylor7297 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this. I wondered how to keep the two threads separated with the thread guides near the needle. Now I know, only use the one directly above the needle for one of the threads, as you did with the left hand thread. My Bernette machine has two spool pins, so that's not a problem, but I like your idea of having the threads come off in different directions. Will give that a try next time I need to repair the hems on my T-shirt hem and sleeves. Thank you for your lovely clear simple explanations.

@EasySewing4Beginners 4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Glad I could help 😁

@camarlow674 6 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial, I learned how to use a twin needle quite nicely and easily, thanks

@melaniemartin6099 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information. I didn't realize I could use twin needles. Great tutorial

@joannadealey371 8 жыл бұрын

i was wondering how twin needles worked. thank you so much for this video

@BatBrakesBones 5 жыл бұрын

2 bobbins. Brilliant! I never thought of that.

@lizzyc2549 4 жыл бұрын

Right? It's going to save me so much money on thread.

@marla5476 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial. I needed to see how to thread with only one spool. Thank you

@amydrummond7186 4 жыл бұрын

This was such a great tutorial, thank you!

@cherie_colours 9 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! I have the same machine and didn't realise some stuff existed on my machine!!! Great tute!

@EasySewing4Beginners 8 жыл бұрын

+Cherie Costar Awesome! I absolutely love this machine. I also have a review video for this machine that goes over it in a bit more detail.

@NO-2121 2 жыл бұрын

OOOMMMGGGG YOUR WAY IS THE ONLY WAY THAT WORKED FOR ME 😭😭😭 My thread kept getting tangled at the bottom and the way you explained it was so simple other videos said not to thread the second needle the same way as the first but then I saw your video and it worked!!! 😮

@subconciousrocks 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! This was SO helpful! I'm no longer afraid of my twin needles!! :)

@EasySewing4Beginners 8 жыл бұрын

That's fantastic! Glad I could help 😊

@marysuenj454 7 жыл бұрын

You have inspired me to get some twin needles! Always wondered how some of these things are made - excellent! Happy New Year

@debbihill8366 5 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial. . . Going to order twin needles now!

@loisfisher8465 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Very helpful because my owner's manual did not cover this at all.

@geraldinelombardo7897 6 жыл бұрын

I've recently heard you can use thread off the spool or bobhin but its not recommended to use one of each at thr same time. It referenced how they were wound. So if choosing bobbin thread use two bobbins.

@cat-xb3oc 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, you answered my question precisely.

@deedeesteele1801 9 жыл бұрын

Another very helpful video. Thank you.

@johairmohammad4596 7 жыл бұрын

very clear demonstration, thank you very much. I have a question? can I use double/twin needles in a janome 415 also?

@Notamy691 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing it’s helpful,and I want to say woooooow for your sewing machine because is without noise 🥰👌🏻like it so mach

@kathhollandful 10 жыл бұрын

Best tutorial for twin-needle sewing on KZfaq! I have a Janome 525s and have tried to do this several times but keep twisting the threads. Will try your machine threading method. Interesting about the threads moving off the reels in different directions. Thank you.

@EasySewing4Beginners 10 жыл бұрын

Katharine Holland Thank you! Good luck with your twin needle sewing!

@jenniferhaefner9132 6 жыл бұрын

One thread comes forward off the spool, and the other thread comes off from the back of the spool.

@tinabrown6469 7 жыл бұрын

Wow! Love it!! Thank You! Always wondered how that worked!! :)

@stevekitella4781 6 жыл бұрын

Great video miss, please ignore the negative comments, as you did a very good job of showing how the needle functions. If people don't know how to thread a needle, then they should read their owners manual! Overall, very informative abd and well done. 👍👌

@BBknits 8 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial! Thank you very much for sharing! Going to try using a twin needle, it is a very useful and pretty stitch. Thank you for explaining it so clearly!

@EasySewing4Beginners 8 жыл бұрын

+BBknits Great. How did you go?

@jenniferfoster2200 11 ай бұрын

Good video thanks. I recently got a basic brother machine and want to use the twin needle soon.

@ianheatherbrooks5405 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you was very helpful and looks brilliant especially the pattern one Heather

@vegasheat71 10 ай бұрын

Took the mystery out of this for me, thank you!❤❤❤

@woodsprout 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing this. I enjoy your accent.

@zaedyomeara9652 8 жыл бұрын

thanks for the video.. btw, what type of janome machine you're using?

@jaycee7255 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! A really helpful tutorial.

@ammujamraveendran5146 4 жыл бұрын

Thanx for the most informative guide to use the twin needle, can you please confirm if we need to change the presser foot and can we use it to stitch to fabrics together with a zigzag stitch

@smallfootprint2961 4 жыл бұрын

Great demo. Thanks for all the great tips.

@AS-dq2gh 8 ай бұрын

Wow!! This is wonderful, actually I had no idea until today that u could use two needles in the machine until I saw your video 😂😂 and u can actually use two different types of threads 😮😮 Thank for sharing.

@lcowvan 3 ай бұрын

Wonderful video! Very instructive. Thank you.

@ratstarone 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, That was a very informative video.

@susanfinnegan5966 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. I found it really helpful.

@danam3966 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Great teacher! THANK YOU !!

@enos_raytj3706 7 жыл бұрын

Pls what is the Janome model sewing machine did u use.

@theresamcpherson9676 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. I've learned a lot !!!

@emmanuelketsri2963 8 жыл бұрын

Great video thank you. What was the stitches you used at first ?

@kimiyahroze7605 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, what were your settings for the first stitch test (the straight on the top side, zig zag on bottom)

@sadiaa.j267 10 жыл бұрын

You are very helpful. God bless you.xx

@EasySewing4Beginners 8 жыл бұрын

+sadia a.j Thanks!

@alwright922 9 жыл бұрын

awesome video. im excited to try knits now :)

@begevt 6 жыл бұрын

Hi! I need help with a triple needle, it starts sewing for a little bit... then gets bunched up under the lower bobbin. Its a drop in bobbin, cant change lower tension, just upper tension. Thanks.

@lindawaldron5499 10 жыл бұрын

Boy, I wish I had watched this before I started on my husbands shirt that needed shortening! Would have saved me gobs of thread and anger! I have a very old but very reliable Morse 4400 machine, but not very good instructions on twin needle sewing. Thank you for sharing this. Whoever said you can't teach an old dog new tricks, sure didn't know me very well!

@ca6177 4 жыл бұрын

Linda Waldron I feel your pain, I’m in the process of trying to do the same for my husband! So glad I found this!

@GpD79 7 жыл бұрын

Nice... this looks like a time saver. I have a lot of dress shirts that rip at the elbow after a few years. Do you think I could use the twin needle to alter the long sleeves into a short sleeves? I always struggle making the hem on the sleeves parallel lines.

@elaineheath9868 3 жыл бұрын

This is brilliant - thank you!

@caroldiges 8 жыл бұрын

Great technique thanks so much.

@maryvincent1615 3 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial - thank you so much!

@ColleenMEA 4 жыл бұрын

Mystery solved, will try thanks.

@ramachandranam9066 6 жыл бұрын

Is there any change 4 the presserfoot wen we use twin needle

@MsZokari 3 ай бұрын

Thank you. Lovely example

@winniegrant8113 4 жыл бұрын

Thank u for this tutorial 👏🏾 sooo helpful. I just have one question, y does the bobbin with the different colors go two different ways on the spool?

@WasabiBunny 4 жыл бұрын

Winnie Grant in case you are still wondering, it’s so they are less likely to tangle.

@oyeniyijanet9986 Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing, well understood

@winniegrant8113 4 жыл бұрын

enjoyed this tips & so happy u did this .... thanks

@xaviercruz4763 6 жыл бұрын

did you cange the needle plate as well or i ave to buy a twin needle machine to do this?

@davibu697 7 жыл бұрын

A+ Great video worked for me . Thank you.

@nettykanyoncrafts Жыл бұрын

Clear instructions thank you 👍

@sadiaa.j267 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for reply. I have janome 3050.

@ninaperry4836 8 жыл бұрын

Excellent video!

@dinahdunavan8620 Жыл бұрын

Great instructions, thank you.

@sets51 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing how to use two needles. I always wanted to know how this done. I appreciate this very much.

@EasySewing4Beginners 9 жыл бұрын

No problem,Teresita Augustine :)

@ThePatriciaPatrick 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing really helpful.

@cclove79uribe36 8 жыл бұрын

so very cool, ibhave lime green wnd blue colors., hat aboyt bobbin color, also do I connect the bobbin after threaded like a regular sewing machine. .

@gretchenweaver5958 4 жыл бұрын

Hi. I have the same machine. Did you buy the spool stand separately. I can’t seem to find a listing where it says it fits this machine. Thanks. Video helped, but need that spool stand :)