Sewing Tools
A finely milled fiber available in a wide range of textiles, used for sewing by hand or machine.
Thread
Never put ________ and ________ in your mouth. Keep them in the designated spot when they're not being used.
Pins and Needles
Inappropriate use of materials (pins, needles, scissors, etc.) will result in a loss of sewing privileges.
True
The side of the fabric that will be shown and worn on the outside of the finished project.
Right Side
Adjusts the length of the stitches
Stitch Length Dial
Designated spot for pins and needles.
Pin Cushion
When operating a sewing machine, sew at a ________ speed.
Slow
You can sew at any machine, not just the one you are assigned.
False--You are to sew ONLY on your assigned machine.
Button or lever that moves the feed dogs in the reverse direction so the fabric goes backwards (used to backstitch).
Reverse Button
Short, plastic post that holds the spool of thread
Spool Pin
A small circular piece of plastic with two levels and a bar between the two.
Bobbin
The ________ ________ winds the thread onto the bobbin.
Bobbin Winder
It is safe to sew over pins that are in your fabric.
False--Pins must be removed before the machine is about to sew over them.
The part of the machine that sits on the floor and controls how fast or slow the machine goes.
Foot Pedal
Hooks and loops that hold the upper thread in line as it travels from the spool to the needle.
Thread Guides
Small handheld tool with a sharpened U-shaped bevel and sharp pointer on the end.
Seam Ripper
There are ________ inches in 1 yard.
36
I am only allowed to touch MY projects, not anyone else's.
True
The self-finished edge of a piece of fabric, where the thread doubles back on the fabric.
Selvage
When lowered, this holds the fabric firmly against the feed dogs.
Presser Foot
Small metal ruler with a plastic slide down center, usually 6 inches long, with imperial measurements on one side and metric on the other.
Seam Gauge
The ________ ________ is used as a guide to keep the seam straight and even.
Seam Guide
If you have a question, the fist step is to ask the teacher.
False--The first step is to read the instructions again, ask a friend, THEN you may write your name on the board and patiently wait for help.
A metal loop that the thread passes through between the tension and the eye of the needle.
Take-Up Lever
Rough, metal surfaces that grab the fabric and pull it under the presser foot towards the back of the machine.
Feed Dogs