Correcting Loose Tension on Topstitching (After the Fact) - An OKSew Quick Fix

This video is part of a series I am doing where I will go over fixes for common sewing issues that arise in bag making. In this installment I will be demonstrating how I tighten a topstitched seam when my sewing machine tension was off. This method works when the both sides of the fabric can be seen such as on a strap or around a bag opening as well when topstitching a surface only seen from the front such as when topstitching next to a zipper. To prevent recurrence, increase the tension of your upper thread prior to topstitching thicker materials and test on scraps prior to starting your topstitch on your main project.
Be sure to let me know if you have any suggestions for future quick fixes for me to include in the series!
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[@deborahperez2487]

I love your dedication and perfectionist mentality......or OCD...whichever fits! LOL... and I'm here for it, for sure!!!
*Did we just become best friends????? 🤣🤣🤣 thanks for this! 😃

[@OKSew474]

All of the above? Lol. Glad I am not alone in my pursuits!! :)

[@CorvoArmonia]

SO helpful, I never would have thought of that!!

[@jenpatterson8309]

Girl you have more patience then I do
Definitely is an excellent tip ♥

[@OKSew474]

This is a “I want to sit with a drink and watch TV” type of activity for sure 😉

[@juliepearson5880]

Great tip. I love this series ❤

[@OKSew474]

Thanks Julie!

[@henkabags]

WOW. Great tip. Thanks

[@cheryldebellis2960]

I've been doing this for quite awhile! But I use my seam ripper gently instead of a needle!

[@OKSew474]

Great idea!

[@Karen626]

Cool! Trying to imagine doing this on a long crossbody strap … PATIENCE REQUIRED!

[@OKSew474]

Haha!! I was doing it on a long strap when I came up with idea for the quick fix series, so yes my mind was wandering 😂

[@Karen626]

@@OKSew474 Just need some headphones and an enthralling podcast and you're good to go.