There are several reasons that could make your sewing machine give loose stitches such as improper threading, needle insertion, and bobbin tension. The solutions provided include adjusting tension, using the appropriate needle size, and ensuring proper threading. It is necessary to...

Thread tangling, a jammed small wheel, and an unlocked inner knob are mainly responsible to make the handwheel hard to turn. To resolve these issues, rethread the machine, check and fix any jams, and ensure the inner knob is unlocked. Also,...

Adjusting the foot pedal and adjusting the tension are the most common ways of slowing down the speed of your sewing machine. If your sewing machine has a speed controller, you can adjust it to make the speed slow. Moreover, for...

Defective or damaged bobbins are responsible for not winding the bobbin smoothly and quickly. Replacing the old bobbin with a new one can solve it. Then, an unengaged bobbin winder can cause the issue. Before winding your bobbins, pull your bobbin...

Lint buildup under the stitch plate is the main cause for not sewing in reverse which can be resolved by regularly cleaning. Then, the backstitch lever of a sewing machine is broken, which can impede the machine’s reverse stitching function. And...

If the upper thread tension is not correct, it can keep your thread unthreading. Adjust the thread tension with the help of your users’ manual. Then, if the thread is tangled and contains knots, you must replace the thread to keep...

Finding the model number of an antique sewing machine is vital for determining its value. Then, obtain the model number and research it carefully as it reveals the machine’s age, rarity, and historical significance. Then, look for the availability of the...

To achieve the correct tension on your sewing machine, check the tension discs or springs, loops, and tension release lever. Then, you must proceed to check the bobbin case, the needle, and the thread. Using a magnifier and testing the stitch...

The leading reasons are tight thread, damaged needle, and incorrect bobbin placement. You should consider checking for proper adjustment of upper tension. The thread condition is also important, so you need to inspect it. Then, using a good needle, remove debris...

First, remove the shank or foot from your machine. When the machine is in the foot-down position, measure from the center of the screw hole to the needle bed of the machine. If the measured length is half an inch or...