Simple sewing tools and equipment - JSS1 Home Economics Past Questions and Answers - page 1

Sewing tools and equipment are the pieces of equipment that are required for sewing. 

1. Scissors
2. Tape 
3. Ruler 
4. Thread 
5. Needle 

1. Ruler: Used for making the width of hem/ material being used. It is also used for pattern drafting.

2. Tape measure: Used for taking measurement of the body, fabrics etc. A tape measure is normally marked on both sides in inches and centimeters.

3. Hem maker: Used for making the hems of finished garments.

4. Tracing wheel: Used with carbon paper or tracing paper in transferring markings from pattern to fabric.

5. Tailors chalk: A special coloured chalk used for making marks on patter and fabrics.

1. Dressmakers pin: They look like needles but have heads instead of eye. They are used for holding two pieces of cloth or paper together in the sewing process.

2. Pin-cushion and emery bag: Pin-cushion is used for holding pins and needles when you are sewing. Emery bag contains special dust which sharpens and polishes needles and pins.

3. Needles: They are available in different sizes and types e.g

i. Sharp (needles of average length with a small eye) used for hand sewing.

ii. Crowles or embroidery needle with large a large eye that is easy to thread.

 4. Thimble: A small cap-like metal or plastic worn on the finger to protect it from the needle when sewing.

1. Scissors: Used for cutting paper, fabrics and thread. There are different types and sizes of scissors.

2. Stitch ripper: Used for ripping or picking unwanted stitches and for cutting open button holes.