Sewing machine - JSS3 Home economics Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is a sewing machine?
The sewing machine is a major sewing equipment. It is very important in successful sewing. It is also an expensive and complicated piece of equipment and therefore very important that one chooses it carefully and wisely.
State the types of sewing machine we have and explain.
1. Hand sewing machine: This is a simple machine and it is operated just with the hand. It requires to be placed on the table.
2. Treadle sewing machine: This is operated with the feet. The worker has both hands free for guiding the work been done. It normally has a special stand.
3. Electric sewing machine: This is operated with the aid of an electric motor.
Mention 8 parts of the sewing machine.
- Balance wheel
- Foot presser
- Presser foot lifter
- Feed-dog
- Throat plate.
- Spool pin
- Thread guide
- Needle clamp
Mention 5 guidelines for choosing sewing machines.
1. Compare similar types of sewing machines by different manufacturers.
2. Compare their servicing arrangements, parts, prices and any other necessary information.
3. Consider the weight of the machine is very heavy, maybe too different to carry about.
4. Consider the money available. Buy the best your money can afford.
5. Before paying for the machine, check to ensure that you have the instruction manual or handbook all the accessories and spare parts that accompany the in chive.
List 5 ways to care and maintain the sewing machines.
1. Study the machine handbook (manual) carefully.
2. Clean the machine often by dusting to remove dirt and dust.
3. Oil the necessary point according to the hand book.
4. Cover the machine when not in use.
5. Do not scratch the plain work of machine by using sharp object like scissors on it.
What is the main function of a sewing machine?
cutting fabric
pressing fabric
stitching fabric together
measuring fabric
Which part of the sewing machine holds there fabric while sewing?
presser foot
needle
bobbin
stitch selector
What is the purpose of the feed dogs on a sewing machine?
to hold the fabric
to cut the fabric
to move the fabric under the needle
to thread the needle
Which type of sewing machine is operated manually by turning a hand wheel?
mechanical sewing machine
computerized sewing machine
overlock sewing machine
embroidery sewing machine
What should you adjust to control the length of stitches on a sewing machine?
presser foot measure
stitch regulator
thread tension
needle position