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Sewing equipment and tools

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Term: 2nd Term

Week: 10

Class: Senior Secondary School 1

Age: 15 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 2 periods each

Date:       

Subject:      Home management

Topic:-       Sewing equipment and tools

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:                  

  1. Explain meaning of sewing equipment and tools                                                    
  2. Highlight types of sewing equipment and tools                                                    
  3. State uses of sewing equipment and tools                
  4. Care and store sewing equipment and tools                                                    

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher reviews the previous lesson on Textiles

Students pay attention

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

She discusses the meaning and types of sewing tools and equipments  

Students pay attention and participates

STEP 3

DEMONSTRATION

She explains the use and care of the sewing tools and equipments 

Students pay attention and participate

STEP 4

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized note on the board

The students copy the note in their books

 

NOTE
SEWING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

  1. Pins

You’ll rarely make a piece without using straight pins. In the garment industry, the experienced seamstresses just hold the pieces together and sew away, really fast.

 

  1. Pincushion

A pincushion is a helpful tool to keep your pins organized and at hand when you need them.

 

  1. Iron and Ironing Board

Ironing fabric before cutting your pattern pieces can prevent disasters later. The fit of a garment depends on the precision of the cut. While assembling the pattern pieces, the seams must be ironed open, so do hems before stitching.

Ironing the seams after you finish your piece of clothing will give it that nice, professional look. Make sure you set the heat of the iron to the fabric you’re using. If it’s too warm for the fabric, it can leave a mark.

 

  1. Thimble

When sewing by hand, you will need the thimble. This nifty metal object (also found in plastic and leather) is shaped like a bucket and designed to protect your finger when pushing a needle through layers of fabric.

  1. Sewing Needles

Hand-sewing needles differ from sewing-machine needles.

 

  1. Scissors

You’re going to need to cut fabric in order to sew

 

  1. Presser Feet

There a several different types of presser feet. For general use, use the multi-purpose presser foot. One of the most common feet that are used is zipper foot to install zippers by pressing only on one side of the needle. It can also be used to insert piping, or a beaded trim, or whenever there is more bulk on one side than the other.

 

  1. Duster

There is usually a small brush that comes with your sewing machine. You can use it to clean lint from the machine, or use an old toothbrush.

 

  1. Screwdriver

You can use it to change your needles, or to expose parts of your sewing machine that need to be cleaned or fixed.

 

  1. Oil

Just like a car, the moving parts of a sewing machine need to be lubricated on a regular basis.

 

  1. Tailor’s Chalk

You can use chalk to transfer stitch lines, darts, and other markings from your pattern to your fabric. Tailor’s chalk comes in various colors, and as a pencil or a chip with tapered edges.

 

  1. Clear Ruler

A clear ruler comes in handy a lot when drafting a pattern and adding seam allowances.

 

  1. French Curve

When you must lengthen or shorten a pattern, you must blend-in the lines. Using a French curve allows you to draw a perfectly smooth curve.

 

  1. Button Guide

This is a nice tool to find out the size of a button. It’s not absolutely essential, but if you sew a lot of pieces with buttons, you may want to invest in a button guide.

  1. Sewing machines

This is a machine used in sewing

 

CARE OF SEWING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

  1. Sewing Machine

Annual maintenance for your sewing machine is covered in a separate post, so the following sewing machine tips are additional tips to keep your sewing machine at its best between routine tune-ups from professionals to keep the fabric free from damage.

  • Protect your sewing machine with a cover to prevent dust buildup
  • Use new and high-quality thread (like Guterman) to prevent dust buildup on the interior of the machine 
  • Dust inside the bobbin case with a tiny brush 
  • Use your sewing machine manual to clean each part of the machine properly
  • Wipe the machine down with a soft cloth after each use to avoid future damage
  • Plug the machine into a surge protector 
  • Unplug the machine when it’s not in use
  • Store machine in a safe temperature controlled area where it won’t endure damage
  • Leave the presser foot down when not in use or when traveling with the sewing machine to prolong the longevity of the spring 

 

  1. Care for Iron
  • Clean the bottom of the iron with an iron cleaner to get rid of melted residue 
  • If you experience clogging in your steam port, try using distilled water instead of tap water
  • Store tools like embroidery hoops in a place where they won’t get warped or damaged

 

  1. Care for Cutting Tools
  • Buy quality scissors in any variety you need
  • Keep tools dry and clean
  • Only cut designated materials with their respective tool
  • Avoid pins and zippers when using cutting tools to prevent damage
  • Don’t drop or hit shears—This can cause damage 
  • Buy a sharpening tool to keep cutting tools in tip-top condition
  • Keep small tools in organized compartments where they are safe and easy to find 
  • Invest in quality tools like metal shears
  • Avoid cutting fabric using just the tip of the scissors to avoid misalignment and to create sharp, precise cuts
  • Wipe off cutting tools with a soft cloth to remove fuzz or threads

 

  1. Care for Other Notions
  • Use sharp new needles. Remember to replace after 8 hours of sewing or between projects for best results
  • Use the right needle for the weight and fabric being used
  • Keep thread in a dry area where they will be free from damage 
  • Keep pins in a container to avoid injury
  • Roll-up measuring tape to prevent a tangled mess
  • Use a bobbin topper to keep threads protected and free of tangles

 

EVALUATION:    1. Define sewing tools and equipments

  1. State and explain the types of sewing tools and equipment
  2. Outline how to care for four sewing tools and equipment

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively