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...
by Amy Smith | Nov 27, 2015 | Just Sew You Know, Learning Center
Q:My sewing machine is not feeding the fabric like it should. The stitches are very small regardless of how I set the stitch length. A: Nine times out of ten, this problem is due to lint buildup in the feed system. Here is what you should do: Remove your presser foot...
by Amy Smith | Nov 27, 2015 | Just Sew You Know, Learning Center
Q: My sewing machine is not making a good stitch. It is “dropping” stitches. What can I do to prevent this? A: First of all, we need to determine if this problem happens all the time, or just with certain fabrics. Let’s first assume that this problem...
by Amy Smith | Nov 27, 2015 | Just Sew You Know, Learning Center
Q: How often should I bring my sewing machine in for repair and service? A: There are two different philosophies on this subject. The first philosophy is “If it ain’t broke don’t fix it”. In this scenario, a person may use their sewing machine...
