sewing tools and equipment

Sewing tools and equipments

Sewing Machine  

A sewing machine is an equipment which is very indispensable in any sewing activity, whether it be repairing altering clothes or recycling household article special care are should be given.

Regular maintenance is needed because it cots it can a lot knowledge of its pats and function will enable you to determine the cause of the trouble when breaks down.

Parts of Sewing Machine

Spool pin- hold the spool of thread.

Presser foot- holds the fabric in place while sewing.

Thread guide- keeps the thread in the correct position.

Upper tension regulator- regulates the tightness and looseness of

thread.

stitch regulator- regulates the length of stitches.

thread take-up lever- moves the thread up and down.

needle clamp- holds the needle.

presser bar litter- lowers and raise the presser foot.

feed dog- moves the fabric as sewing goes on.

balance wheel- the wheel on the right side of the head which control the movement of the

needle.

Bobbin winder- use to wind thread on the bobbin.

belt- connects the balance wheel and the drive wheel.

drive wheel- the big wheel below the machine that is connected to

the treadle.

treadle- the place for the feet.