sewing machines Flashcards
what should you do if you are sewing and the material isn’t going anywhere?
you may need to change the feed teeth (they may be down)
what should you do if the material flaps about when sewing?
put the presser foot down
what should you do if the sewing machine jams and won’t sew?
make sure machine is off
use the balance wheel to remove the needle
wiggle material out and cut threads
check bobbin and thread guide
what should you do if you sew the wrong stitch?
remove material and unpick by hand
what should you do if you finish sewing and realise there is no bottom thread?
replenish the bobbin with thread then replace and sew over
what should you always check before you start sewing?
the bobbin and thread are correctly threaded
length and width settings
what dials would you need to alter to create a zig -zag stitch?
stitch selector, width and length
list three safety rules when using a sewing machine
hair tied back
make sure electrical wires aren’t tangled
keep fingers away from needle when sewing
what are the main two catagories that sewing machines fall into?
domestic and industrial
give 3 examples of what seing machines are used for
hemming, button holes and joining two pieces of fabric together
what are the benefits of a factory system with industrial sewing machines?
designs can be changed easily, products are produced quicker and in quanity so all shops can be supplied - makes item cheaper to buy
what does bespoke mean?
made to fit (to customers specification) e.g a jacket
