What tension should my sewing machine be on?
The dial settings run from 0 to 9, so 4.5 is generally the ‘default’ position for normal straight-stitch sewing. This should be suitable for most fabrics. If you are doing a zig-zag stitch, or another stitch that has width, then you may find that the bobbin thread is pulled through to the top.
Why is my sewing machine looping underneath?
A: Looping on the underside, or back of the fabric, means the top tension is too loose compared to the bobbin tension, so the bobbin thread is pulling too much top thread underneath. By tightening the top tension, the loops will stop, but the added tension may cause breakage, especially with sensitive threads.
Why is the bottom stitch on my sewing machine loose?
Thread tension
Another reason you may experience loose stitches is that the thread tension may be low and may not be tight enough to hold these threads tighter to the fabric. When you experience loose thread, you should readjust your tension to see if it is close enough to stop the loose stitches.
What tension should Jeans be set at?
Tension is ideal up to 6, but is too high after that and pulls the top stitch into a flat line. Regular thread, bobbin thread view. The bobbin stitches clear up around 6 but don’t improve much after that.
When should I adjust the tension on my sewing machine?
When lower tension is too loose (or upper tension is too tight), knot is visible on right side (left). When upper tension is too loose (or lower tension is too tight), knot is visible on wrong side (right). Tensions can still need adjustment even if they’re balanced.
How do you adjust bobbin tension?
To tighten your bobbin tension, turn the tiny screw on the bobbin case a smidgen clockwise. To loosen bobbin tension, turn the screw counterclockwise. A quarter turn or less is a good place to start.
What tension should I use for stretchy fabric?
For a stretchy fabric, it would be best if you set the upper tension level between 3-4. This adjustment is also a neutral level of tension setting. Step 5: Now, after you have attached the correct needle, stitch type, and tension setting, it is time to test the final stitch on your fabric.
How do you increase upper thread tension?
Turn the thread tension dial clockwise to tighten the upper thread tension. If the upper thread is not threaded correctly or the bobbin is not installed correctly, it may not be possible to set the correct thread tension.
Why is my bottom stitch not straight?
If your thread is pulled tight on the underside and not forming an even stitch then (counter-intuitively) it’s usually the top thread tension that’s wrong. Sometimes very lightweight fabrics such as sheers can get dragged down into the machine so it’s a good idea to use a straight stitch plate.