Don't stress over the tension dials on your sewing machine. Find out when and how to set and adjust thread tension.
In today's culture of disposable fashion, the simple art of basic darning and mending has been all but forgotten.
Here's what to do when your sewing machine thread bunches up. Sewing machine thread bunching up on the top or underside of fabric is a common problem & a frustrating one! But don't despair, there are lots of things you can check to solve this issue. Refer to this checklist before call a sewing machine repair man!
Messy stitches. Loose threads. Clanking metal. Lint clogs. When you’re in the quilting groove, there’s nothing more frustrating than an out-of-whack sewing machine. Luckily, there are a few tips and techniques that can get your machine up and running in no time, and Rob is just the guy to show you how! In fact, he gets pretty excited about taking care of his machines! This week Rob has released a series of three video tutorials to guide you through do-it-yourself repair and maintenance. He’ll also help you diagnose problems that require professional attention. With over 15 years of experience as a sewing machine technician, youRead More →
04.20.2016 0845 Although I do enjoy using a sewing machine to stitch together projects, I initially learned how to hand sew as a child. Hand sewing isn’t as daunting as it sounds, alth…
Here's a glossary of sewing terms to answer all your sewing questions. Look up sewing words and phrases in our Sewing Dictionary!
Don't stress over the tension dials on your sewing machine. Find out when and how to set and adjust thread tension.
I love this Repair Manifesto from Platform 21, and I think it fits beautifully with our March is Mending Month theme. Here are a few of my favorite points
Learn how to mend clothing with these creative sewing techniques. Here, we cover how to sew a hole, mend a seam, and more with visible mending.
This is a guide about sewing machine wont sew in reverse. It can be very frustrating when your sewing machine is not working properly. It may be time to take it in for repair.
Learn how to mend clothing with these creative sewing techniques. Here, we cover how to sew a hole, mend a seam, and more with visible mending.
How to Sew a Four-hole Button by Hand. Repair damaged clothing quickly and effortlessly. Easy hand-sewn tutiorial. How to Sew a Four-hole Button by Hand
You might be making one or more of these Sewing Mistakes. Learn how to fix them quickly and what to do instead.
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Have a knit sweater in need of mending? Fix it fast with a few sewing techniques like how to darn holes, fix snagged thread and frayed buttonholes.
How to troubleshoot sewing machine tension! Loose, tangled stitches are a problem and there IS a solution. Use this thread tension checklist to fix it!
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Diagnose and solve poor sewing machine tension with this step-by-step checklist.
Here's how to make easy mini sewing kits. Perfect to tuck in your purse and travel suitcase, as well as include in Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes.
How to Service Your Sewing Machine Yourself: A Step by Step Tutorial
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Through my recent experience of dealing with what seemed like a problematic sewing machine, I want to help others who may be having similar problems with their machines.
When I took Ray White's sewing machine repair course , I tried to ask the Elna man himself what his favorite machine was. While I don't think he wanted to bias the class by singling out one machine, he did speak very highly of the Elna Carina. I was intrigued. I had never
You need to properly wind and thread the bobbin to sew beautifully. This step-by-step tutorial will show you exactly how to do that!
Jeder, der sich schon mal kreativ gearbeitet hat, kennt das Problem: Die Motivation geht von jetzt auf gleich flöten. Wie ihr UFOs trotzdem beenden könnt.
After some upcycling ideas? I've got 12 clever ways for you to reuse old clothes and make your wardrobe more sustainable in the process.
Singer's class 66 sewing machine models.
This sewing tutorial will explain what sewing machine tension is, its function, why we need to adjust it, and how to find the right tension for your project.
Question for you! I got a new job as an admin and they gave me this long sleeve polo that has our company name embroidered in gold. It's a Tommy Hilfiger and it's Old. Since I'm very fond of a well m…
You need to be careful when oiling your precious sewing machine because too much application could attract dust and lint, gumming up the machine and even rendering it dysfunctional. Get familiar with sewing machine oil ingredients, minerals, and lubricants with this post and keep your machine at its best level!
I promised a reader that I would post a tutorial about the Kenmore 158 tension assembly. As best as I can tell, the 158.1701 (the assembly ...
In today's culture of disposable fashion, the simple art of basic darning and mending has been all but forgotten.
