I can’t get my needle to go in the machine correctly the eye is facing me that is the only way it will go in and i don’t know if i need to change something im just starting this I’ve never sewn before trying to teach myself . my mom passed away and i wish I had learned how to sew .
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How interesting, I have exactly the same issue with my Stinger 4432 (this one https://www.craftyhangouts.com/best-upholstery-sewing-machine/#product3)
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There are lots of great YouTube videos you can watch for inserting needles in singer machines. I will say, the flat side of the head (not the eye) of the needle faces the machine when going in. The roused side faces towards you.
I found this via Mr. Google.
https://www.manualslib.com/manual/889663/Singer-Sewing-Machine.html?page=30
I found this diagram online.
https://www.manualslib.com/manual/889663/Singer-Sewing-Machine.html?page=30