Sewing Machine Parts 6 th Grade Notes Brother

Sewing Machine Parts 6 th Grade Notes Brother Machine

Part Definitions REVERSE – backwards stitching STITCH LENGTH CONTROL – adjust stitch length, short to long BOBBIN WINDING SPINDLE – holds bobbin while thread is wound from spool SPOOL PIN – hold thread spools while sewing STITCH WIDTH – controls width when using zigzag or patterns THREAD GUIDES – holds upper thread in place as it moves

Part Definitions TENSION CONTROL – adjusts tightness and looseness of upper thread FEED DOGS – tooth-like surface that moves fabric during stitching HAND WHEEL – manual control of needle movement POWER SOCKET/SWITCH – connects power cord and foot feed to machine PRESSER FOOT LIFTER – raises and lowers presser foot

Part Definitions PRESSER FOOT – holds fabric in place during sewing THROAT PLATE – metal plate under needle containing seam markings BOBBIN – small flat spool that holds bottom thread BOBBIN CASE – holds bobbin during sewing, found under throat plate FOOT FEED – foot pedal that controls speed of machine NEEDLE – creates the stitches

Presser Foot Lifter Reverse Throat Plate

Needle Presser Foot Feed Dogs Bobbin Case

Tension Control Spool Pin Thread Guides Bobbin Winding Spindle

Stitch Width Stitch Length Foot Feed Power Socket / Power Switch