How can I tell if my sewing machine thread tension is too loose?
If the bobbin thread is showing on the top side of the fabric it means that the bobbin thread tension is too loose. You can see small loops of the bobbin thread on the right side of the fabric. I used different colors of the same type thread in the needle and in the bobbin so it’s easy to determine if the tension is off.
What are the tension devices on a sewing machine?
You can’t get proper tension without correct threading. All machines have basically the four tension devices shown: thread guides, tension discs, tension regulator for upper thread, and bobbin-case spring for bobbin thread.
Do you change the bobbin tension on a sewing machine?
Well, it depends. Modern machines are coming from manufacturers with adjusted bobbin tension – you don’t change it usually even if you sew with different fabrics and different threads. Tension adjustments are mostly done just for the needle thread by turning the tension dial or knob on a sewing machine.
What should the tension be between the threads?
The tension and the width of the thread should be in sync with one another for best results. Heavy Fabrics = Thicker threads + looser tension. Thicker threads, which are needed for heavier fabrics, need a larger space to pass smoothly between the tension discs. The more the distance between the discs, the looser the tension.
What does the tension dial do on a sewing machine?
The thread tension dial holds the sewing thread at a specific tension to allow for an even stitch when the thread passes through the fabric. The bobbin tension is set to hold the bobbin thread at the proper tension. If the tension dial on your machine is no longer working, you can replace it.
What does the tension control on a sewing machine do?
Sewing machine tension adjustment is controlled by devices that separately control the needle thread and the bobbin thread , putting varying amounts of tension (or strength) on the threads they control to form a strong, balanced stitch. Sewing machine tension can be tightened or loosened to affect the needle thread, the bobbin thread, or both.
How do I use a sewing machine?
Sewing With Your Machine Select a straight stitch and a medium stitch length. Practice on some scrap material. Line up the fabric under the needle. Lower the presser foot onto the fabric. Hold the loose ends of both threads. Press the foot pedal. Find the reverse button or lever and try it.
