Clothing+unit

We will be making several sewing samples to go with this project. Go to sewing samples in google docs. See me for a printed copy. Type up your answers and send to me. The evaluation checklist for the laundry assignment- [|here.] The evaluation for the sewing samples- [|here].

Needle stitch plate- Feed dog system- Presser foot- Bobbin case- Spool pin- Upper thread tension- Pressure foot lifter- Thread take-up lever- Foot pedal- Hand wheel-(Which way do you turn it?) The flat side of the machine needle goes which direction when being replaced? What are notions? Seam ripper- Dressmakers pins- Shears/scissors- What is the difference? Rotary cutter- Seam gauge Tape measure- Transparent ruler- Marking pens/pencils- A standard seam allowance is __.__ The outside edge of the pressure foot is approximately how wide?_ Where do you check to see what seam allowance you should take? When you make a seam, place the side together. What is a seam finish? Why finish a seam? Use a zigzag method of finishing seams if a __?___ is not available. Name 3 precautions that should be taken when using a serger. Which way do you turn the handwheel on a serger? How long should you leave the thread tail when serging? What should NEVER be used when serging? You should always press a seam___?__ before finishing it. A casing is: A basting stitch is: What does it mean to grade a seam allowance?
 * Directions: Describe the function of the following basic parts of a sewing machine.**

Terms to know:
Mitered corner- Blind stitch- Slip stitch- Overcast (whip) stitch- Blanket (buttonhole) stitch-