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Chang Your Sewing Needle
Troubleshooting 101 Whenever I troubleshoot a sewing machine, the first thing I do is change the needle. Why? Because even if you have the finest...Read More
The needle dropped into my machine and I can’t find it….. what do I do?
The Needle Dropped Into My Sewing Machine and I Can’t Find It — What Do I Do? A sewing machine repairman answers what to do...Read More
Automatic Tension on Sewing Machines
Automatic Tension on Sewing Machines: What It Is, How It Works, and Is It Really Automatic? A sewing machine technician’s honest take on one of...Read More
Developments in Sewing Machine Technology: Sergers & Coverstitch Machines
Developments in Sewing Machine Technology: Sergers & Coverstitch Machines Sewing machine technology has come a long way. Look at a new flagship machine from any...Read More
Guide to Stitch Regulators
Today I want to talk about a technology that has had a massive impact on the sewing machine landscape: the stitch regulator. What is it? Why...Read More
Juki TL-18 vs Juki TL-2010
Baby Lock Jubilant vs Brother NS80
Baby Lock Jubilant vs Brother NS80e Best Sewing Machine for Beginners: Feature Rich and Priced Right If you’re shopping for a great sewing machine under...Read More
Sewing Machine Stitch Problems: Straight Stitch looks like a Zig-Zag
Sewing Machine Stitch Problems: Why does my straight stitch look like a lightning bolt? Another common stitch problem you may encounter on your sewing machine...Read More
Troubleshooting Loose Stitches
Troubleshooting Loose Stitches – Intermittent Knots & Loops How the Relationship between the needle, fabric, and thread affects stitch quality | How to match the...Read More
Damaged Needle Plate
Damaged Needle Plate – What Causes Needle Strikes? A relatively common issue we see when servicing sewing machines is needle strikes that damage the needle...Read More
How to Clean a Sewing Machine
How to Clean a Sewing Machine: Tips from a Technician When we consider the different things we can do to maintain our machine at home,...Read More
How to Choose the Right Spool Cap
Spool Cap Tips from a Technician There are two main purposes to the spool cap on your sewing machine. The first is fairly straightforward: a...Read More