6 Steps to Perfect Tension

Your tension can either make or break your quilting experience. So let's make sure you know how to set your tension perfectly! Follow these 6 simple steps to ensure your tension is in tip-top shape. For in-depth information on setting tension please watch the ABCs of TNT.
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[@TwinSistersCountryCooking]

This has been one of the most helpful and concise videos I have ever watched. Thank you.

[@cherifoster1039]

Kim explained everything perfectly. Thank you

[@patriciakalisak4300]

Clear, concise, and informative video. Very helpful

[@MsDancefan1]

In the beginning of my quilting journey, rulers made me feel like I could quilt and gave me the confidence to free motion. I still live using rulers too.

[@cathylocklin3215]

Very helpful

[@dannytucker4967]

Thanks so much for the tips. I am a self taught long armer, never had a class. You have shown me lots of things. I really enjoy watching!!

[@mari-annstumblingbear174]

Most beautiful! This is a great little video and great resource. I have a Moxie. Thank you so much!

[@darylcatherineholt7852]

Hello from Homeworth, Ohio

[@lilolgreyhairdlady4093]

Great video for understanding tension! Thanks for all the examples - tension too loose, too tight... what the bobbin tension test looks like, even exactly where to put that drop of oil!!! - my machine thanks you (it's humming sooo much better)!

[@judithanne7092]

I think that using same colour thread top and bottom hides minor tension issues, but it does not make better tension. I use pretty much only cream or light grey bobbin thread no matter what colour the top. Yes, that means I have to be more careful to ensure correct tension. But it makes for much prettier backs.

[@carolynstegall7000]

I don’t match the threads either… works for me

[@charlottevilla7931]

Hello, Could u help me please? My sit down machine is stuck and will not sew. It beeps when I try. Any help will be much appreciated Thanks in advance.

[@HandiQuilter]

It is best to reach out to your local retailer or to call in to Handi Quilter technical support.

[@Hearnmeister1]

When you're checking tension on a quilt load on the frame, how do you see underneath? For me when it's loaded, it's pretty secure and i find myself crawling on the floor with a flashlight. 2 problems with that is I have a small space and I'm 65 and getting back up is a challenge! 😮😮

[@HandiQuilter]

Some people use their phone to take pictures of the bottom or others use a mirror. You can also try tightening your tension so that the bobbin appears on the top and then reducing the tension until it settles into the quilt sandwich.

[@Hearnmeister1]

@HandiQuilter so generally the top tension is ok? I know that's what you see on the bottom.

[@shelbyroggenbuck1075]

Why do you use the same color of thread top and bottom?

[@judithanne7092]

It hides minor tension issues. It doesn't actually affect tension, imho

[@HandiQuilter]

Even with great tension, there are times where the bobbin will show on the top or vice versa. Having the same color top and bottom will hide those spots!

[@dianafromaustralia3244]

I would rather that she explained what she was doing, rather than sub-titles. Cut the music!

[@judithanne7092]

I really wish video makers would dump the annoying, repetitive canned music. It is so distracting and doesn't add anything.

[@donnacox4081]

I agree

[@susanferguson5136]

It is just too Loud.

[@hrothgarnogar]

What you rather have? Silence? There's large parts where there's no voice over or talking. You need something there lol. It's not even that loud. I was able to hear the presenter clearly.

[@judithanne7092]

@@hrothgarnogar silence wound be just fine. When there is no voice over or talking, there is usually machine running. What's wrong with that?

[@CS-yp8nk]

Good video I just wish the text wasn’t white on a white machine. I just bought a Moxie and appreciate any tips from your channel. Thanks.