by Amy Smith | Feb 15, 2016 | Amy's Creative Corner, Learning Center
How many times have you wanted to embroider on a special garment, but did not have the courage to carry out your plan? Maybe you could not visualize the finished product, or perhaps it was a difficult fabric or shape to hoop. In many instances, I have expensive...
by Amy Smith | Nov 27, 2015 | Just Sew You Know, Learning Center
Q: When I use my sewing machine, my thread tangles, my machine jams and I have a mess! What is causing this and how do I prevent it? A: This problem can be caused by several things and is one of the most common questions/problems that I am asked. There are two or...
by Amy Smith | Nov 27, 2015 | Just Sew You Know, Learning Center
Q: When I am sewing, my machine makes an occasional loop on the bottom of the fabric. I have checked my tensions, re-threaded the machine and it still happens. What is causing this? A: This could be caused by a burr. Remove your needle plate and examine it closely,...
by Amy Smith | Nov 27, 2015 | Just Sew You Know, Learning Center
Q: I was changing threads in my sewing machine and the thread got stuck inside the machine when I was pulling it out. I tried to pull it out but the thread broke inside my machine. Will this hurt my machine? Do I need to bring it in for service? A: Oops! You made one...
by Amy Smith | Nov 27, 2015 | Just Sew You Know, Learning Center
Q: You often mention that we should change our needle after every garment or project. Aren’t you just trying to sell more needles? A: I am trying to sell more needles, but only because the needle is the part of your sewing machine that works the hardest, and...