1Part I: Essential Tools of Sewing
21Chapter 5: Adjusting Sewing Machine Tension
2Chapter 1: The Sewing Machine: A Comprehensive Look at How It Works & the Different Kinds of Sewing Machines
22How to Correctly Adjust Tension on Your Sewing Machine
3The Sewing Machine – How It Works
23Bobbin Thread Tension
4The Different Kinds of Sewing Machines
24Part III: Mastering Basic Machine and Hand Stitches
5The Electric Sewing Machine as Your Best Bet
25Chapter 6: How to Do Basic Machine Stitches
6Chapter 2: Understanding Sewing Machine Parts & their Functions
261) Standard Stitching
7A) Upper Sewing Machine Parts & their Functions:
272. Zigzag Stitch
8B) The Lower Part of the Sewing Machine
283. Buttonholes
9Chapter 3: Basic Hand-Sewing Tools that Every Sewing Enthusiast Needs to Own
294. Blind Hem Stitch
10A) Essential Tools for Hand Sewing
30Chapter 7: How to Carry Out Basic Hand Stitches
11B) Optional Tools for Basic Hand Stitching
311) The Running Stitch
12Part II: Mastering Sewing Machine Fundamentals
322) The Basting Stitch
13Chapter 4: Threading and Winding the Bobbin
333) The Cross Stitch (Catch Stitch)
14The Basics
344) The Backstitch
15Understanding Bobbin Winding and Threading
355) The Slip Stitch
16Winding the Bobbin – A Step-by-Step Procedure
36Part IV: Troubleshooting and Proper Machine Care
17Threading the Bobbin (1) – How to Insert Drop-in Bobbins
37Chapter 8: Common Sewing Mistakes and How to Fix Them
18Threading the Bobbin (2) – Inserting Front Loading Bobbins
38Chapter 8: Common Sewing Mistakes and How to Fix Them
19Choosing Your Bobbin Thread
39Chapter 9: Taking Proper Care of Your Sewing Machine
20Top Tips to Help You Thread Your Bobbin Better
40Conclusion
