Machine Parts

Vocabulary flashcards covering sewing machine parts and their functions from the provided notes.

Bobbin

Round metal spool which holds the bottom thread

Bobbin case

Holds the bobbin and regulates bottom tension

Power Switch

Turns the sewing machine on or off

Screen

Displays information about sewing machine settings

Needle Stitch Plate

The place where seam guidelines are located

Feed dogs

Teeth that move the fabric through the machine

Presser Foot

Holds the fabric in place while you sew

Presser foot lifter

Raises and lowers the presser foot

Needle

Carries the thread and pierces the fabric

Needle clamp

Holds the needle in place

Reverse Button

Creates backstitching to keep seams from coming apart

Speed control

Controls the speed when operating the machine via start/stop button

Needle Stop up/down

Makes it so that the needle stops in the desired position

Thread take up lever

Pulls thread from the spool

Bobbin Tension guide

Provides tension on the thread while winding a bobbin

Upper Thread Tension

Controls the tightness of the thread

Stitch Width Buttons

Sets the width of zigzag and pattern stitches

Needle Position Button

Changes needle position from left to center to right

Stitch Length Buttons

Sets the length of stitches

Spool Pin

Holds the top spool of thread

Bobbin Winder

Holds the bobbin while winding

Handwheel

Can be turned TOWARD YOU to raise and lower the needle

Stitch Selection Buttons

Changes the pattern of the stitch