so frustrated!
Hi everyone,
I have generally used my trusty old Kenmore for machine piecing, and have had no issues as long as I keep it oiled. I recently started buying other vintage machines and can't get any of them to balance the tension. In each case, I am able to get the top stitches adjusted but the bottom thread is mostly flat with just the slightest glimpse of loops from the top thread. I've tried adjusting the bobbin tension, repeatedly, and nothing seems to change. So then I try to fiddle with the top tension and it just makes things worse. I start getting loops on top, too. This is happening with my Singers (99, 301) and my newest Kenmore (1803). I can get everything balanced on my other Kenmore, so what gives? Any suggestions? Should I set both tensions to zero and then gradually increase each one to see what happens? I'm about ready to just get rid of all my other machines out of irritation.
Help!
Ila
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