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6. (a) Name the parts of the sewing machine labelled 1,2,3,4, 5 and 6. (b) State the rules to follow when (i) using and (ii) caring for a sewing machine. (c) Nam... show full transcript

Worked Solution & Example Answer:6. (a) Name the parts of the sewing machine labelled 1,2,3,4, 5 and 6 - Junior Cycle Home Economics - Question 6 - 2019

Step 1

Name the parts of the sewing machine labelled 1,2,3,4, 5 and 6.

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1 = presser foot/needle 2 = tension disc/dial 3 = spool pin/holder 4 = hand wheel 5 = stitch selector/buttonhole 6 = foot pedal

Step 2

State the rules to follow when (i) using

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  1. Thread properly to avoid jams.
  2. Adjust length and tension of stitch to suit fabric.
  3. Press lightly on foot pedal and lift presser foot to remove fabric.

Step 3

State the rules to follow when (ii) caring

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  1. Follow instructions, do not run threaded machine without fabric.
  2. Cover when not in use, and only move parts occasionally.
  3. Service the sewing machine regularly.

Step 4

Name two different seam finishes.

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  1. Zig-zag machining
  2. Overlocking.

Step 5

Explain the following textile terms: (i) dart

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A dart is a fold of fabric used to give shape to a garment.

Step 6

Explain the following textile terms: (ii) warp threads

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Warp threads are the threads running down the length of the fabric/parallel to the selvage edge.

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