Beginner's guide to sewing machines

Beginner's guide to sewing machines

Beginner's guide to sewing machines

With simple learning and practice, you can easily master sewing skills. This tutorial will take you step by step to learn how to set up your sewing machine, master basic operations, and solve common sewing problems.

一、Basic components of a sewing machine

Before you start using a sewing machine, it is important to first understand the basic components of a sewing machine:

  • Stitch Selection Button: Adjust the needle trajectory of the sewing machine needle and control the stitch type
  • Backstitch Button: Control the reverse threading of the sewing machine
  • Upper Thread Tension Adjustment Knob: Adjust the tension of the upper thread
  • Hand Wheel: Manually control the up and down movement of the sewing machine needle
  • Take-Up Rod: Tighten the upper thread to form a complete stitch when the needle bar rises
  • Presser Foot Switch Screw: Control the lifting of the presser footSewing Machine Parts Diagram
  • Thread Cutter: Quickly cut sutures
  • Lock Cylinder Cover: Protects and secures the bobbin assembly
  • Seam Barrel Groove: Special workbench for processing seams of tubular garments
  • Wire Holder: Standardize the path of sutures

二、How to Set Up a Home Sewing Machine

1. Installation and wiring

Installing the bobbin and threading the needle correctly are the first steps in using a sewing machine:

  1. Place the spool of thread on the upper thread stand of your sewing machine
  2. Pass it over the guide rail, through the adjuster, through the needle hole and under the presser foot
  3. The lower thread is installed through the bottom of the sewing machine

Sewing machine threading diagram

2. Adjusting the needle and presser foot

Choose the appropriate sewing needle and presser foot for your sewing project:

  • Ordinary needles: suitable for cotton, polyester, etc.
  • Thick fabric needles: suitable for denim, canvas, etc.
  • Elastic needle: suitable for knitted fabrics, wool, etc.

三、Basic sewing skills

1. Start sewing

  • Setting the sewing speed: Beginners can start with a low speed
  • Fabric laying: Place the fabric flat on the needle plate
  • Starting point of sewing: Turn the hand wheel by hand to ensure that the needle enters from the bottom of the fabric

2. Suture straight line

  • Keep the fabric steady: Use your fingers to gently guide the fabric
  • Control speed: maintain smooth sewingBend seam demonstration

3. Suture bends

  • Cornering tips: Release the pedals at the right time
  • Gently adjust the direction of the fabric with your hands

四、Solutions to common problems

Line knot stuck

Line knot/stuck

Cause: Improper thread tension setting or threading error

Solution: Recheck whether the threading of the upper and lower threads is correct.

Needle breaks

Needle breaks

Cause: The needle is not suitable for the fabric or is bent.

Solution: Check and replace the needle with the appropriate type.

Uneven sewing

Uneven sewing

Cause: Fabric pulling or incorrect thread tension

Solution: Check whether the fabric is being fed smoothly

五、Recommended Simple Sewing Projects

Minimalist linen pillowcase

Make pillowcases

Learn how to cut and sew simple rectangle shapes

Zigzag patch jeans

Mend clothing

Try to repair torn pants or clothes

DIY canvas tote bag

Making a simple cloth bag

Create a practical storage bag by sewing straight lines

Start your sewing journey!

Sewing is a fun and rewarding skill. As a beginner, as long as you practice and master the basics, you can gradually improve and complete more creative sewing projects.

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