| Question |
Answer |
| Bobbin | Round metal spool that holds the bottom thread in place. |
| Bobbin Case | Holds bobbin and regulates bottom thread tension as stitches are formed. |
| Bobbin Winder | Allows you to fill a bobbin automatically |
| Face Plate | Protects pressure dial and may contain upper thread chart. |
| Feed Dogs | Moves fabric under the presser foot as stitches are formed. |
| Hand Wheel | Controls up and down motion of the thread take-up lever, thread, and needle. |
| Needle Clamp | Holds needle in position. |
| Presser Foot | Holds fabric in place. |
| Presser Foot Lifter | Raises and lowers the presser foot. |
| Reverse Control | Permits machine to stitch backwards. |
| Slide or Lift Plate | Covers bobbin case |
| Spool Pins | Holds upper thread |
| Stitch Length Regulator | Sets length of the stitches |
| Stitch Width Control | Sets width of the stitches |
| Tension Control | Regulates pressure on the threads. |
| Thread-take-up Lever | Controls the thread as it flows through the needle. |
| Throat Plate | Provides a smooth surface for sewing and provides stitching guidelines. |