How can I make my thread tension tighter?

You should see a small screw on the flat/closed side of the bobbin case. Turning the screw a tiny bit counterclockwise will loosen the bobbin tension; turning it clockwise will tighten the tension.

What happens if bobbin tension is too loose?

A: Looping on the underside, or back of the fabric, means the top tension is too loose compared to the bobbin tension, so the bobbin thread is pulling too much top thread underneath. By tightening the top tension, the loops will stop, but the added tension may cause breakage, especially with sensitive threads.

How tight should bobbin tension?

Proper bobbin tension is essential to good embroidery. If tension is too tight, unwanted bobbin thread may begin to show on top of your garment and you may begin to experience frequent thread breaks which wastes time and money. Bobbin tensions should be 18 to 22 grams (up to 25 grams when embroidering caps).

Why is my bottom thread loose?

If the thread unwinds without resistance and the case slips to the floor, your bobbin tension is too loose. If the bobbin case doesn’t budge, your bobbin tension is too tight. To tighten your bobbin tension, turn the tiny screw on the bobbin case a smidgen clockwise.

How do I fix bobbin thread bunching up?

How to Fix Bobbin Thread Bunching and Other Threading Problems

Thread the Machine Properly. Re-thread the upper part of the sewing machine making sure the thread is passing through every single thread guide on its way to the needle.
Change the Needle.
Inspect the Bobbin.
Clean the Machine.

Why is my stitching loose?

The machine is not correctly threaded If the machine is threaded wrong, not only does it make the thread breaks easier, but is also more likely to create loose stitches. Check the threading to see if the thread has passed through the entire thread guides, the take-up lever and the eye of the needle.

What thread tension should I use?

So we’ll be talking only about the top thread tension since that’s where you’d usually make the adjustments. The dial settings run from 0 to 9, so 4.5 is generally the ‘default’ position for normal straight-stitch sewing. This should be suitable for most fabrics.

How do you tighten the tension on a bobbin?

Close up of the flat head screw that adjusts the tension on the bobbin thread. To tighten bobbin tension, turn the screw clockwise/to the right (‘righty tighty’) in very small increments. 1/8 to 1/4 of a turn (imagine a circle that is the head of the screw, only turn it 1/8 to 1/4 of the circle at a time).

How does a Towa bobbin tension gauge work?

The TOWA bobbin gauge works by measuring the resistance of the bobbin thread coming out of the bobbin case against a series of pulleys. Bobbin tension can be increased or decreased by turning the small screw on the bobbin case in small movements.

How can I tell if my bobbin thread is not tensioned?

When the bobbin thread is not tensioned properly, it will show in how the two threads appear on the fabric. You’ll likely find out that your tension is off by looking at a section of stitching that doesn’t look like how you were expecting it to.

What’s the best way to check thread tension?

Stitching out a simple satin stitch is the best way to see if your tension is correct. Click Here to download a printable version of this page. Hang a copy in your shop for quick reference! to managing your top tensions. A bobbin tension gauge can be most helpful. Bobbin for Caps – set up to 25 grams. great tool to use as a starting point.

How can I make my thread tension tighter? You should see a small screw on the flat/closed side of the bobbin case. Turning the screw a tiny bit counterclockwise will loosen the bobbin tension; turning it clockwise will tighten the tension. What happens if bobbin tension is too loose? A: Looping on the underside, or…