I had a screen print and embroidery shop. We had a 6 head 12 color machine for shirts and large items and a 4 head 6 color machine for ball caps. Both were Brother machines. We had to pay a guy from Japan to come train us. It’s pretty awesome you’re covering this!! The world needs this. Makes me miss my business. We had tons of fun. The worst customers were the parents of little kids that were starting to play baseball. Lol.
LOL I've had an embroidery business for over 30 years. And you are absolutely correct! Hockey and baseball parents (usually one of the same) are absolutely without question, the all time worst customers bar none!
I have a brother 10 head and I wish I woulda put that money towards a more industrial machine than a home machine . It always seems to have some kind of tension issue going on with it
This is the BEST TENSION VIDEO I have been able to watch so far, from ANY COMPANY!!! I appreciate your valuable efforts and excellent teaching!!! I just ordered that device, and registered to your channel!!! Thanks, and the Lord Bless, Guide, Provide and Protect You!!!!
This sure beats hefting the machine into the back of an SUV, travelling to a city to get the machine serviced and lugging it back home a couple of weeks later. I have an older Brother PR650, and it falls out of tension if you sneeze next to it. I'm picking up a TOWA as soon as possible. I never knew these existed! Thanks for the information!
Thank you so much. I came back to let you know the value of this video. I have 2 1501 machines and I did had the first little gadget you showed. Tried using it once and never took it out of the box again. After watching you explain how to use the digital one on both the bobbin and top threads. It convinced me I needed this one. I’ve been struggling and restitching over and over. I got mine today and ordered new bobbin cases as well. I’ve been struggling with using prewound bobbins. I was very confident that I could do exactly what you showed me how to do. And OMG! It WORKED! I set the new case to pull 23-25 and I guess I was doing ok on the top threads because it runs in my machine perfectly. Thank you thank you 😊 sorry for long post.
There’s no difference between hats and flats for your top thread. You can make adjustments to your bobbin tension if needed. Most home embroiderers over-complicate things because they read more about embroidering instead of actually embroidering. No two machines will perform exactly the same so what one RUclipsr says works for them might not work for you or might just be unnecessary steps so they can make content for their channel. Sam did a great tutorial for setting up your machine, but this isn’t a necessary step every time you embroider. Trouble shoot when you run into issues, don’t create issues when none exist.
THANK YOU SAM -- Can you answer? Did I miss this detail? If you need to adjust the top tension thread, which knob do you turn? The very Top or do you go for the middle/bottom knob below the top knob as it's a finer tunning? I heard the knob turning, but we didn't see which one you were turning. THANk you -- EXCELLENT RUclips!!
This was such an awesome thorough video. Thank you so much. I just ordered my towa digital gauge. Got a couple of questions 1. Do you run the thread through the needle eye when you’re measuring the top thread ? 2. How do you know when you need to adjust the bobbin thread when looking at your” I “ tension test? I know adjusting the fine tune knobs will make the middle line in the back larger or smaller but what would show if the bobbin is too tight or loose ? Thanks for your help.
Sam, if you set your machine up on top of a piece of padded carpet it really works to quiet it down in your work area. I run mine upstairs that way, and in the room just below it, you can't hear it at all. Ricoma comes with a built in 15 color tension test.
Hey there! Thank you so much for your videos. I was wondering did you get the mighty hoop and hoop master kit labeled TJ360? There are two options when ordering…
thanks for the very informative video. Just one question on setting tension. I know you have to set tension on bobbin pretty often but what about the thread itself? just curious as I'm thinking about purchasing one.
It's roughly finished, but not totally done yet -- hence no video. It's honestly fallen behind on priority compared to launching my new local business and keeping up with other things around our home.
I just got an embroidery machine (Janome) and I've been too intimidated to start using it. I'm going to start, to try to learn along with you. Thank you.
Do you use the same tension for shirts and hats with this machine, or do you set it for each job? My machine is on the way, but I'm trying to get all the insider help I can to be prepared 💥👊🤓
For Top: Guideline: Setting Numbers for Top Thread Tensions: Classic Rayon - 150 gf Polyneon - 170 gf Frosted Matt - 170 gf Metallic - 180 gf gf = Gram Force, I got this info from a MadeiraUSA RUclips Description on using the Digital Towa, Top Tension, in any case some more info in case this helps, hope it helps. I still want to know which knobs on top to try to set first if changes need to be made...no one seems to show that yet...
Guideline: Setting Numbers for Bobbin Case Tensions: Everyday Embroidery - between 22 gf to 24 gf Cap Embroidery - 25 gf I got this from the Description of MadeiraUSA's RUclips: How to Use the Digital Tension Gauge: Bottom Thread, they have one for Top Thread too depending on Poly or Classic Rayon or other thread types listed. They suggest we do Bottom Tension first before setting Top Tension and then the I-test. Someone else mentioned a Bobbin Tension of 18 gf for her Ricoma Machine... Hope this helps too. I watch several RUclips on Tensionings and then go from there...
Where did you find what your tension number should be. I bought the digital tension reading like u suggested, but I don’t know that the numbers should be for my machine
Embroidery has a very steep learning and troubleshooting curve -- much more than laser engraving or CNC work. Just so you know. :) It's great when it's great, but a mess when it's not. This machine is great though, I have zero complaints.
Sam- on this machine / how do you have it automatically complete the stitching without completing and restarting the stitching. I noticed if I step away it automatically continues to restitch until stopped
The tension test that you run on the machine? I digitized my own to suit my desires. :) There's a link to download it for free in the video description or on my website at samcraft.shop
I had a screen print and embroidery shop. We had a 6 head 12 color machine for shirts and large items and a 4 head 6 color machine for ball caps. Both were Brother machines. We had to pay a guy from Japan to come train us. It’s pretty awesome you’re covering this!! The world needs this. Makes me miss my business. We had tons of fun. The worst customers were the parents of little kids that were starting to play baseball. Lol.
LOL I've had an embroidery business for over 30 years. And you are absolutely correct! Hockey and baseball parents (usually one of the same) are absolutely without question, the all time worst customers bar none!
I have a brother 10 head and I wish I woulda put that money towards a more industrial machine than a home machine . It always seems to have some kind of tension issue going on with it
This is the BEST TENSION VIDEO I have been able to watch so far, from ANY COMPANY!!! I appreciate your valuable efforts and excellent teaching!!! I just ordered that device, and registered to your channel!!! Thanks, and the Lord Bless, Guide, Provide and Protect You!!!!
So helpful! I was holding my digital gauge incorrectly for the top threads and couldn’t get a consistent reading. Your info was perfect! Thank you!
This sure beats hefting the machine into the back of an SUV, travelling to a city to get the machine serviced and lugging it back home a couple of weeks later. I have an older Brother PR650, and it falls out of tension if you sneeze next to it. I'm picking up a TOWA as soon as possible. I never knew these existed! Thanks for the information!
That intro was fire and I thank you for that sir! Keep up the GREAT content. 🙌🏻
Thanks! I'll try my best!
Thank you so much. I came back to let you know the value of this video. I have 2 1501 machines and I did had the first little gadget you showed. Tried using it once and never took it out of the box again. After watching you explain how to use the digital one on both the bobbin and top threads. It convinced me I needed this one. I’ve been struggling and restitching over and over. I got mine today and ordered new bobbin cases as well. I’ve been struggling with using prewound bobbins. I was very confident that I could do exactly what you showed me how to do. And OMG! It WORKED! I set the new case to pull 23-25 and I guess I was doing ok on the top threads because it runs in my machine perfectly. Thank you thank you 😊 sorry for long post.
The tension on this machine has to be different when working with hats. Can you do a video regarding the tension and how much tighter it needs to be?
There’s no difference between hats and flats for your top thread. You can make adjustments to your bobbin tension if needed. Most home embroiderers over-complicate things because they read more about embroidering instead of actually embroidering. No two machines will perform exactly the same so what one RUclipsr says works for them might not work for you or might just be unnecessary steps so they can make content for their channel. Sam did a great tutorial for setting up your machine, but this isn’t a necessary step every time you embroider. Trouble shoot when you run into issues, don’t create issues when none exist.
My! How things have changed since I learned to sew! I remember about having to adjust tension. We just did it by feel.
THANK YOU SAM -- Can you answer? Did I miss this detail? If you need to adjust the top tension thread, which knob do you turn? The very Top or do you go for the middle/bottom knob below the top knob as it's a finer tunning? I heard the knob turning, but we didn't see which one you were turning. THANk you -- EXCELLENT RUclips!!
This was such an awesome thorough video. Thank you so much. I just ordered my towa digital gauge. Got a couple of questions 1. Do you run the thread through the needle eye when you’re measuring the top thread ? 2. How do you know when you need to adjust the bobbin thread when looking at your” I “ tension test? I know adjusting the fine tune knobs will make the middle line in the back larger or smaller but what would show if the bobbin is too tight or loose ? Thanks for your help.
5:30 can you clarify your setting routine for the course adjustment?
Sam, when testing the upper thread do you have it going through the needle?
I wish you well, I would like to know, please, what is the tension of the polyester thread of the bonbine, also the upper thread?
I love it when you talk smart!
Tfs!✌️💖🙏🕊️🇺🇲🤜
Sam, if you set your machine up on top of a piece of padded carpet it really works to quiet it down in your work area. I run mine upstairs that way, and in the room just below it, you can't hear it at all. Ricoma comes with a built in 15 color tension test.
Thanks for the tip, and that is really cool that Ricoma's are built in too!
Hello, great video. For top tension, are the needles threaded? Thank you!
Does thread tension on bobbin and threads differ on tension when embroidering leather?
Love this tutorial!! I do have a question though. Smartstitch videos say the pull should be 80. Where did the 140 number come from? TIA
Sam, Help! How do you know what bobbin type you have? I have a Janome MB-4S.
Also, do you know how to take the whole Bobbin case off a Janome MB-4S? Mine is stuck.
Love this video. I want you to do more. What tension is best for different materials
Hey there! Thank you so much for your videos. I was wondering did you get the mighty hoop and hoop master kit labeled TJ360? There are two options when ordering…
Is there a specific tension we should aim for when using metallic thread
thanks for the very informative video. Just one question on setting tension. I know you have to set tension on bobbin pretty often but what about the thread itself? just curious as I'm thinking about purchasing one.
Wondering what tensions you use to embroider structured Hats?
You should do personalized Christmas stockings
That is a great idea!
Awesome video. I just got my machine and this is incredibly informative. Thanks man!!
Congrats!! I'm very happy to hear this video was helpful too!
The gauge is a time saver also, At least it keeps you from a lot of guesswork.
Did you put the tunnel in between the two shops?
It's roughly finished, but not totally done yet -- hence no video. It's honestly fallen behind on priority compared to launching my new local business and keeping up with other things around our home.
Do you do tension with thread in the needle aswell
I just got an embroidery machine (Janome) and I've been too intimidated to start using it. I'm going to start, to try to learn along with you. Thank you.
That said, I have questions. Why would you want prewound bobbins?
Does the embroidery machine have to be on when adjusting the tension?
Did I miss a video? When did the bridge get added?
It's roughed in, but other things are taking precedence at the moment. I'll show that video when it finally gets completed.
Hi sam, where do i get that centering arm for hat that i saw on your hat hooping station. Thanks
Where did you go to get the machine to set it
I can't figure out how to ggrt my maching to work or upload images. Any help appreciated
Can we talk about the mighty Hoops🤔. I'm ordering my machine sometime this week, and these vids help
Go Maggie Frames. Same exact thing and half the price.
Hi. This video is great. I posted the link on my Facebook group for embroidery!
Do you use the same tension for shirts and hats with this machine, or do you set it for each job? My machine is on the way, but I'm trying to get all the insider help I can to be prepared 💥👊🤓
I’m wondering the same thing. Did you figure anything out?
Are you still doing 150-160 thread tension, I was told by smart stitch that it was 85
For Top:
Guideline: Setting Numbers for Top Thread Tensions:
Classic Rayon - 150 gf
Polyneon - 170 gf
Frosted Matt - 170 gf
Metallic - 180 gf
gf = Gram Force, I got this info from a MadeiraUSA RUclips Description on using the Digital Towa, Top Tension, in any case some more info in case this helps, hope it helps. I still want to know which knobs on top to try to set first if changes need to be made...no one seems to show that yet...
Which digitizing software did you buy into? I went all in on Embrilliance Stitchartist and wish I'd looked closer at Hatch.
I purchased Hatch 3... well, I'm paying their installment plan for it. :)
i really appreciate this video, very hepful, thank you so much, blessings
When setting your top tension, do you have the thread running through the needle as well?
Yes!! Completely as the machine has it.
best bobbin tension for flats? (shirts polos beanies)
also best bobbin tension for hats?
Guideline: Setting Numbers for Bobbin Case Tensions:
Everyday Embroidery - between 22 gf to 24 gf
Cap Embroidery - 25 gf
I got this from the Description of MadeiraUSA's RUclips: How to Use the Digital Tension Gauge: Bottom Thread, they have one for Top Thread too depending on Poly or Classic Rayon or other thread types listed. They suggest we do Bottom Tension first before setting Top Tension and then the I-test. Someone else mentioned a Bobbin Tension of 18 gf for her Ricoma Machine... Hope this helps too. I watch several RUclips on Tensionings and then go from there...
Where did you find what your tension number should be. I bought the digital tension reading like u suggested, but I don’t know that the numbers should be for my machine
Thread and machine manufacturers will have their recommendations but you also need to test and walk them in.
Thanks Sam! Your channel is amazing!
Thanks so much!
Do you like your smart stitch I’m just starting out and wanted to know how hard is it to learn
Embroidery has a very steep learning and troubleshooting curve -- much more than laser engraving or CNC work. Just so you know. :) It's great when it's great, but a mess when it's not. This machine is great though, I have zero complaints.
Sam- on this machine / how do you have it automatically complete the stitching without completing and restarting the stitching. I noticed if I step away it automatically continues to restitch until stopped
Sounds like you have the repeat function enabled somehow. I’m not at my machine to know exactly the term or screen it’s on though.
What software would you recommend for someone just starting in embroidery and digitizing?
Hands down; Hatch. They’re the top software for users like myself and above, but have great affordability too!
Thank you , this was so helpful
Would it be too much toask for a threading pattern, I believe mine were threaded wrong b the company.
The Smartstitch channel has full videos showing that info. :)
What kind of thread are you using in your smartstich?
I've been running the default thread, Maderia, & Candle thread in it to see any differences in performance. The jury is still out. :)
Hi, how do you get your test set up? I deleted my initial training test and I don't know how to redo it.
The tension test that you run on the machine? I digitized my own to suit my desires. :) There's a link to download it for free in the video description or on my website at samcraft.shop
@@Samcraftcom yes, thank you!
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
The video is awesome but when I pull the thread, that towa is doing a million numbers. How do you know which is the one you are looking for 😢
The machines doesnt come with one of these?
Nope, different company makes it -- TOWA, unless your machine company throws it in as a 'bonus' of the purchase package.
Why not run through the pigtail????
I can’t for the life of me get this to work. Seems that I need to loose and if I do loose. Then the knob will come off!
I have the smart stitch 1501. 😩
180 for top
Don’t understand curlyque. Please show closeup
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