I suggest
using a stabilizer in the area
. If you’re fabric is washable, use a water soluble stabilizer that washes away after you finish doing the stitches. You might also want to do a narrower zig zag stitch instead of a wider one, if you can. Hope that helps.
What tension should I use for zig zag stitch?
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. If you are doing a zig-zag stitch, or another stitch that has width, then you may find that the bobbin thread is pulled through to the top.
Why does my zig zag stitch pucker?
The stitches in your
fabric will pucker if there is too much tension in the seam thread
. It is a dead give-away that the crafter did not sew the seams properly. A zig-zag stitch is a side to side stitch used for decorative sewing, stretch fabrics, and seam finishing.
How do you fix a puckering seam?
The best way to fix a puckered seam,
start by adjust the tension on upper and lower thread appropriately
. This will help understand the content and weight of the fabric that you are using. Next, use a correct thread with right needle size and match the thread with a needle depending on the fabric used.
Why is zig zag stitch not working?
Try some of the simple things first. Remove the bobbin plate using a screwdriver and then remove the bobbin.
Clean out any lint that may be under the bobbin
and which may cause your zigzag stitch not to work. Replace the bobbin and the bobbin plate and test your zigzag stitch.
Why is the tension wrong on my sewing machine?
Needles, threads, and fabrics: Different thread sizes and types on top and in the bobbin can throw off basic tension settings. A needle that’s too large or small for the thread can also unbalance your stitches, because the
size of
the hole adds to or reduces the total top tension.
What does correct tension look like?
A correct thread tension looks
smooth and flat on both sides of the seam
. The needle and bobbin threads interlock midway between the surfaces of the material.
How do you adjust a zig zag stitch?
Zig zag stitch can be adjusted
by changing the settings on the machine
. A higher number on your stitch length makes the zig-zag longer and the width dial will indicate the width of the stitch and change it to wider or narrower.
Why are my straight stitches wavy?
1. The presser foot you are using is
incorrect
. – Attach the presser foot that is correct for the type of stitch you want to sew.
Can you fix Jean puckering?
Seam Puckering is gathering of a seam during sewing, after sewing, or after washing, which makes seam appearance look uneven and ugly. You can fix seam puckering problems with
right coordination between thread, needle, fabric and thread tension
.
What is puckering in pants?
Puckered seams are
a dead give-away that seams have not been sewn with the proper sewing technique
. Really, it all comes down to understanding how fabric is woven.
How do you remove puckering?
To get rid of puckering 1)
wet your fabric
(either soak it in lukewarm water, soapy if you need to wash it and erase some marks, for example, or use a water spray) and 2) stretch it thoroughly. There are many ways to stretch it. You can pin it to a corkboard if you have one.
Why are my stitches not catching?
Skipped stitches can mean one of two things:
needle issues or disrupted timing
. First, your needle may be dull or damaged and needs to be replaced. You should also check that you are using the correct needle for the type of fabric you are sewing.
