Adjust thread tension both top and bottom for your fabric sample and stitch. Do you plan on sewing silk? Light weight silk is a real challenge. What about denim? You must test the buttonhole feature. If you cannot get this to come out correctly, either get help or return the machine. ...
My sewing machine is a vintage Kenmore; it will let me sew as much as 7/32″ diameter rope easily. You can however also find cording that is much flatter as this polyester braided one. It is often used to make macrame chairs. The way the rope is sewn is with a zig-zag stitch (...
This cute rock vinyl flooring is already felt backed. (shop around for unique types) I did not need to line it at all. I did sew a line of stitching around the edge for effect but it is only decorative. I am impressed that my Old Kenmore Machine does sew it quite easily. The basic...
After having two kids, everything has shifted around, and I found that several of my t-shirts felt too short (find more 20+ways to refashion clothesthat are too small here!). Adding a faux second-layer and a pocket jazzed up this plain white tee – now it covers my rear and I can...
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My sewing machine is manual. It moves, but the thread doesn't stick to the dress. What should I do? Community Answer Do you have a threaded bobbin under the needle plate?Thread doesn't "stick", it locks itself in place by looping the thread from the needle around the tread from the...