Makerspace - Doheny Maker Lounge

Brother Sewing Machine

General Steps for Starting to Sew on a Machine

1. Read over the Quick Reference Guide
2. Choose your thread color - make sure that it's NOT the thicker, shiny embroidery machine thread.
3. Wind the Bobbin
4. Load the Bobbin
5. Load the Upper Thread
6. Raise the Presser Foot
7. Thread the needle and pull about 8-12" of thread out the back or to the left side
8. Place your fabric under the Presser Foot
9. Lower the Presser Foot
10. Start sewing!