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Let’s learn about the parts of the sewing machine. This presentation will show you pictures of each part and the name of the part, followed by a definition of the part’s function. This is a picture of a basic sewing machine. 1. Reverse Lever. The Reverse Lever.
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Let’s learn about the parts of the sewing machine. This presentation will show you pictures of each part and the name of the part, followed by a definition of the part’s function.
The Reverse Lever The reverse lever allows you to stitch in reverse. We use reverse stitches to make our stitches secure at the beginning and end of seams.
The Stitch Selector The stitch selector lets you choose what kind of stitch you will be making, such as straight stitches or an embroidery stitch or zig-zag.
The Stitch Length The stitch length determines the length of the stitch.
The Bobbin Winder The bobbin winder winds the thread from the spool onto the bobbin.
The Spool Pin The spool pin holds the spool of thread.
The Feed Dogs The feed dogs are the “teeth-like” parts on the plate that works with the presser foot to pull your fabric through the machine towards the back.
The Slide (Throat) Plate The slide plate is a clear plastic cover that covers the bobbin case to keep dust and dirt out of the moving parts area of the bobbin case.
The Hand Wheel The hand wheel raises and lowers the needle. You must always pull the hand wheel towards yourself to prevent the threads from tangling or breaking.
The Power Switch The power switch turns the power on the sewing machine on or off. On some sewing machines, the power switch also turns on/off the light over the sewing area.
The Presser Foot The presser foot puts pressure on the fabric and holds the fabric against the feed dogs so the feed dogs can pull your fabric through the machine.
DOWN Front view UP Back view 12. Presser Foot Lifter
The Presser Foot Lifter The presser foot lifter gently lifts the presser foot up and lowers it against the feed dogs. Note: the presser foot must be lowered before you begin to sew; or fabric will not move through the machine!
The Foot Pedal The foot pedal operates the sewing machine.The foot pedal also controls the speed of the sewing machine and how fast it sews.The more pressure you put on the foot pedal, the faster the machine will sew. SLOW DOWN!!!!
Side view 14. Take-Up Lever
The Take-Up Lever The take-up lever pulls the thread back up after each stitch, so that the stitches will lay evenly into the fabric.
Side view 15. Extension Table
Extension Table The extension table usually makes the table of the sewing machine bigger. Some machines have a sleeve that stores some accessories (things) in it.
Bobbin Housing The bobbin housing is where the bobbin case goes.
Stop for today • Label machine with all parts listed using your notes
How to thread a machine Now, I will show you how to thread a machine.
10. Place the bobbin into the bobbin case. ***Make sure the thread comes over the top of the bobbin and to the left. Bobbin case Bobbin
13. Use the handwheel and pull it towards you to move the needle down.
14. Holding the thread, pull the handwheel towards you so the needle comes back up.
16. Pull both threads to the back and under the presser foot.