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Sewing Machine

Sewing machine parts and functions

TermDefinition
Seam Guide Used as a guide to keep seam allowances straight and even.
Feed Dog Moves the fabric through the machine during stitching.
Presser Foot Holds the fabric down against the feed dog while stitching.
Needle Thread is placed in the eye, so a stitch can be made.
Thread Guide Guides the thread correctly through the machine.
Presser Foot Lifter/Lever Lifts and lowers the presser foot.
Take Up Lever Takes up the slack in the thread between machine stitches.
Tension Control Controls the tightness or looseness of the thread.
Stitch Selector It determines the type of machine stitch.
Spool Pin Holds the spool of thread.
Bobbin Winder Winds the thread onto the bobbin.
Handwheel Controls the up and down movement of the machine needle.
Handwheel Release Prevents the needle from moving while winding the bobbin.
Stitch Length Control Controls the length of the stitch.
Foot control Controls the speed of the sewing machine.
Reverse Stitch Control Allows for backstitching.
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