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How to Screw Up Your Sewing Machine?

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Anonymous

11y ago
Updated: 9/18/2019

You’ve decided that you’re spending too much on clothing and are going to try your hand at making some of your own. You’ve bought the material, cut out the patterns and are sitting at the machine and are ready to sew. But what sort of stitch do you use? A straight stitch? Maybe a zig zag? Do you even know what those mean? Did you turn the light on? And what tension are you supposed to be using? Is the needle supposed to be up like that?

If you’re a beginner the sewing machine can be a complex piece of equipment. There’s many things you need to know, like how to thread the needle, which button you press to backstitch, and just what is a backstitch, how to fill a bobbin, which stitch will give you the effect you want, and that’s just to mention a few. Maybe you didn’t have someone to teach you all these things and have just decided to give it a go. You step on the pedal and the material takes off and now seems to be stuck inside the machine. Ok so maybe trying to do it on your own wasn’t such a good idea. So what do you do now?

Well of course, the first thing you should do is read the directions that came with the machine. There are also several websites out there that will give you step by step directions on everything you need to know. Check with your local craft or fabric store, as many offer classes that will teach you the basics. You might also ask the employees for any advice or tips as many are seasoned sewers. They might also show you some how-to books that will help. And of course, never rule out any relatives! Maybe your grandmother has some useful tips and hints from the good old days that will get you on your way. Just don’t give up! It might take a little patience and lots and lots of practice, but you can be the sewer you want to be! You’ll be making your own clothes in no time.

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