Treadle Sewing Machines Are Eco Friendly

By Janine Rose Morley

Treadle sewing machines do not work with electricity which makes them eco friendly these treadle sewing machines operate by using a foot action. And those of you that own one of these sewing machine you will know that they are still the very best when it comes to sewing. This type of machine needs very little servicing and if well taken care of will last forever.

Commercial sewing machines are adequate for the average dressmaker as these machines have a wide variety stitch options and a variations of accessories enabling one to sew your own clothing as well as many other little sewing tasks like making curtains cushions covers and one can also create crafts. Try this little trick,You can also turn the wheel on the side of the machine for more intricate sewing and the balance wheel must turn towards you. You can also use the wheel which has a handle attached to it if you don't want to use the treadle.

Should you have been left a treadle sewing machine by your grandmother and don't know how to use it here are a few easy instructions which you may find useful. The first thing you need to do is check the bobbin to see that it is filled with cotton if not the take the spool and refill it with cotton and once it is full place the bobbin back into the shuttle. Make sure your cotton is threaded properly. Now you are ready to sew.

Firstly lift the pressure lever which lifts the pressure foot and place your fabric onto the plate under the needle and then lower the pressure foot. Now you use your right hand to turn the balance wheel towards you and at the same time you must begin to moving your feet on the peddle below with a backward and forward action and make sure you alternate the pressure of the heel and toe with both feet which will give you a smooth and continuous movement.

You can also turn the wheel on the side of the machine for more intricate sewing and the balance wheel must turn towards you. You can also use the wheel which has a handle attached to it if you don't want to use the treadle.

If you were lucky enough to get an inheritance,Should you have been left a treadle sewing machine by your grandmother and don't know how to use it here are a few easy instructions which you may find useful. The first thing you need to do is check the bobbin to see that it is filled with cotton if not the take the spool and refill it with cotton and once it is full place the bobbin back into the shuttle. Make sure your cotton is threaded properly. Now you are ready to sew. - 33381

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