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Superior Threads has some great tips to help you master your machine tension.
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If you're a sewist who wants the perfect stitch every time, we recommend three things:
- High-quality thread (shop here for all our favorites).
- The right needle size and style (learn more here).
- The correct tension.
Getting the right tension can be a little tricky, which is why we've produced numerous articles, videos and reference guides to help you master it. Here are our top five educational tips on tension:
1. Thread is in a tug of war, and tension helps balance it. https://www.superiorthreads.com/education/how-tension-works
2. Adjusting your bobbin tension may help create the perfect stitch. https://www.superiorthreads.com/education/bobbin-tension-adjusted
3. Your sewing machine may need the proper tension training to create flawless stitches. https://www.superiorthreads.com/education/tension-solutions
4. Your stitches will provide a clue on whether your top tension should be tightened or loosened. https://www.superiorthreads.com/videos/tension-is-like-love
5. Override the automatic or preset tension settings on your machine to ensure bobbin thread is only visible underneath. https://www.superiorthreads.com/education/balancing-top-and-bottom-tension
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