Sewing 101 – Sewing Machine Basics: Thread Tension, Demystified

Sewing Machine Thread Tension

Sewing Machine Thread Tension

Many sewers avoid the tension dials on their machines like the plague, certain they’ll only make matters worse if they make adjustments. Learn how to use the tension devices on your sewing machine and how to thread for proper tension. This article from Threads Magazine is easy to follow and includes lots of pictures. If you want to learn to use your sewing machine more effectively, this is a must read! Continue reading