Learn to Sew Ep 2 | How to Use a Sewing Machine - Threading, Stitch Length and Width, and Tension

If you're looking for beginner friendly sewing patterns that will walk you through making your first garments step by step, make sure to check out my patterns here: https://www.sewbakemake.com/shop This is Episode 2 of my Learn to Sew Series! If you have a machine that you haven't set up because it feels intimidating, this video is for you! This episode will go over all the basic parts of the sewing machine, show you how to thread it, and then we'll cover how to choose stitch length, width and tension. I also provide some information on troubleshooting tension issues, and go over some basic sewing terms. I hope this video provides you with the information you need to get your sewing machine threaded and start sewing your first project! Time codes: 0:00 Intro 0:37 Sewing machine tour 2:00 Needles and Thread 3:07 How to Thread your Machine 3:18 Winding the Bobbin 4:33 Threading the Top Thread 5:15 How to Use an Automatic Needle Threader 5:36 How to Insert or Replace a Sewing Machine Needle 6:43 How to Sew a Seam 7:16 What is a Seam Allowance 7:46 Choosing Stitch Length and Width Straight Stitches 9:17 How to Sew a Zig Zag stitch 9:55 How to Choose Tension 10:13 How to Troubleshoot Tension Issues 11:40 Practice Curves and Pivoting 11:59 Outtro If you need sewing machine recommendations or want to know other tools you need to get started, make sure to check out Episode 1 of this series here:    • Learn to Sew Ep.1 | How to start sewing yo...   Here are all of my links to machines, tools etc! Some of the links below are affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission if you purchase through that link! :) Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sewbakemake... Follow me on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sewbakemake?l... To shop my favourite filming equipment, sewing tools and notions on Amazon, CLICK HERE FOR US: https://www.amazon.com/shop/sewbakemake CLICK HERE FOR CANADA: https://www.amazon.ca/shop/sewbakemake My favourite Fabric Shears: LDH Scissors https://ldhscissors.com/candicealviz (affiliate link) Shop my Amazon sewing favourites for filming equipment, sewing tools and notions on Amazon, click here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/sewbakemake *affiliate link Music and sound effects courtesy of Epidemic Sound