Sewing History
The first practical sewing machine was invented by this man in 1846.
Elias Howe
This notion keeps fabric from fraying at the edge.
Pinking Shears
This brand’s motto is “Made to Create.”
Bernina
Name one of Byrne Sewing’s major themed events
camp byrne sewing, sew groovy, airas tour
The most common stitch on a sewing machine.
straight stitch
Before sewing machines, this was the only method of stitching fabric
Hand Sewing
You use this small tool to remove unwanted stitches.
Seam rippers
Brother’s Stellaire series is best known for this feature. → Built-in camera & projection embroidery
Built-in camera & projection embroidery
The year Byrne Sewing was founded
1979
The color number system used on thread spools ensures what?
color consistency
This French inventor improved the sewing machine and helped popularize it worldwide
Isaac Singer
This flexible tool measures fabric or body parts for fit.
tape measures
Janome is a Japanese company whose name translates to this.
“Eye of the Snake”
The number of locations Byrne Sewing has had
Three
Quilters often refer to the unfinished fabric layer as this.
Quilt Top
During which decade did home sewing machines become a household staple in the U.S.?
During which decade did home sewing machines become a household staple in the U.S.?
What is the proper name for the small pieces of metal that go in your sewing machine needle plate?
Bobbin
This Bernina model launched in 2024 and made headlines for its innovations.
Bernina 990
What age did Jess start working at Byrne Sewing
13
The act of saving fabric scraps and repurposing them into a new project.
upcycling
This type of stitch, used in ancient Egypt, is still common today for finishing hems by hand
Blind hem stitching
What does WOF stand for when cutting fabric?
Width of Fabric
Baby Lock was the first company to release this type of home machine.
Serger/ overlocker
All the brands Byrne Sewing has carried over 45 years
Brother, Bernina, Babylock, Juki, Janome, Handiquilter, Happy
his stitch type is used to prevent unraveling along fabric edges
Overlock stitch