The very first step is to stop and take a deep breath. Looking at the issue with a calm, clear mind is going to make the troubleshooting process much easier. Take a moment for yourself if you feel frustration mounting so that you can look at the issue objectively. There is a good reason to thread the sewing machine with the presser foot up. If the thread is not even on the front and back of the fabric, it may be a tension adjustment. If true tension adjustments are required, your sewing machine manual is the best source for adjusting your machine. If you don’t have the manual for your sewing machine, order your manual and punt with the understanding that just like most screw adjustments, “Righty Tighty, Lefty Loosey” also applies to the tension applied to the thread. The manual for your sewing machine is the best source for how to do regular cleanings and routine maintenance. Many machines cannot be “oiled” the way older machines were. Read your sewing machine manual to prevent damage that could lead to costly repairs that could have been avoided
