Sewing Skills And Theory Flashcards
List 1 basic hand sewing skill and its use. (T)
Tacking. Temporary stitch used to hold fabric in place temporarily
List 1 basic hand sewing skill and its use.
Running, can be used with embroidery thread to decorate
Name 4 essential piece of equipment needed for hand sewing
Ironing board , scissors, measuring tape & thread
List 5 parts of a sewing machine.
Feed dog, pedal, hand wheel, presser foot, needle
What should you be careful of when threading a sewing machine?
You should be careful that the foot pedal cannot be pressed
What will make the stitches more even and help to keep the tension equal between both threads?
Using the same thread in the bobbin and the top stool
How do you secure the stitches when you’re done, on a machine?
You reverse the machine
Give two examples of machine stitches and their uses
- Straight - sewing seams and hems on non stretch fabrics
- Slight zig zags - sewing seams and hems on stretch fabrics eg. Jersey
Give 2 more common machine stitches.
- Zig zag- finishing the raw edges on seams to stop fraying.
- Embroidery- decorating fabric
List guidelines (4) for caring for a sewing machine
- instructions
- cover machine
- clean fabric dust
- oil machine
- service and repair
What is the memorisation tip for the functions of clothing?
Protecting My Skin Is Smart
What does the memory tip stand for?
Protection, Modesty, Safety and hygiene, Identification, Self-expression
What is the functions of the clothes we wear protection wise?
Warm, waterproof clothing, such as a winter coat, protects us from the cold, wind and rain.
What is the functions of the clothes we wear about modesty?
The level of modesty expected depends on different factors: Religion, culture, personality.
What is the functions of the clothes we wear safety and hygiene?
Some clothing are worn for safety reasons to protect your body, and hygiene reasons. eg. Surgeons wear surgical masks
