How to use a sewing machine
  • 1. What is the primary function of a sewing machine?
A) To join fabrics together with thread.
B) To cut fabric.
C) To iron clothes.
D) To embroider designs by hand.
  • 2. What is the name of the part of the sewing machine that holds the spool of thread on top?
A) Thread guide
B) Presser foot
C) Spool pin
D) Bobbin winder
  • 3. What is the bobbin?
A) The pedal that controls the speed.
B) A small spool that holds the thread used for the underside of the stitch.
C) A type of fabric.
D) The needle used for sewing.
  • 4. Which direction should you typically wind a bobbin?
A) It doesn't matter.
B) Up and down
C) Clockwise
D) Counter-clockwise
  • 5. What is the purpose of the presser foot?
A) To wind the bobbin.
B) To sharpen the needle.
C) To hold the fabric in place while sewing.
D) To adjust the stitch length.
  • 6. What does the feed dog do?
A) Cuts the thread.
B) Moves the fabric under the needle.
C) Adjusts the tension.
D) Lubricates the machine.
  • 7. What does the stitch length control?
A) The speed of the machine.
B) The type of stitch (straight, zigzag, etc.).
C) The length of each individual stitch.
D) The width of the fabric being sewn.
  • 8. What is thread tension?
A) The brand of the thread.
B) The tightness or looseness of the thread.
C) The color of the thread.
D) The length of the thread.
  • 9. What type of needle should you use for lightweight fabrics?
A) Any needle will work.
B) A larger, thicker needle.
C) A smaller, finer needle.
D) A ballpoint needle.
  • 10. Why is it important to backstitch at the beginning and end of a seam?
A) To secure the stitches and prevent unraveling.
B) To use up extra thread.
C) To speed up the sewing process.
D) To make the seam look neater.
  • 11. What is the purpose of seam allowance?
A) The price of the fabric.
B) The amount of thread used in a seam.
C) The space between the stitching line and the edge of the fabric.
D) The time it takes to sew a seam.
  • 12. What is a serger used for?
A) Overlocking edges to prevent fraying.
B) Embroidery.
C) Quilting.
D) Sewing buttonholes.
  • 13. What is the first thing you should do before starting to sew?
A) Oil the sewing machine.
B) Start sewing immediately.
C) Choose a complicated pattern.
D) Read the sewing machine manual.
  • 14. What does it mean to 'ease' fabric?
A) To stretch the fabric.
B) To iron the fabric smoothly.
C) To cut the fabric.
D) To gently manipulate a slightly larger piece of fabric to fit a smaller piece without creating gathers.
  • 15. Which stitch is best for hemming?
A) Zigzag stitch
B) Straight stitch
C) Satin stitch
D) Blind hem stitch
  • 16. What is the purpose of interfacing?
A) To add structure and stability to fabric.
B) To waterproof fabric.
C) To add color to fabric.
D) To make fabric softer.
  • 17. What type of stitch is used for sewing stretch fabrics?
A) Zigzag stitch
B) Straight stitch
C) Blind hem stitch
D) Backstitch
  • 18. What is a walking foot used for?
A) Feeding multiple layers of fabric evenly.
B) Sewing buttonholes.
C) Sewing zippers.
D) Attaching elastic.
  • 19. What is the correct way to thread a needle?
A) It doesn't matter which way.
B) From the shank towards the eye.
C) Through the bobbin case.
D) From the eye towards the shank.
  • 20. What is the function of a seam ripper?
A) To cut fabric.
B) To remove unwanted stitches.
C) To measure seam allowance.
D) To thread the needle.
  • 21. Which way do you turn the hand wheel to lower the needle?
A) Towards you.
B) It doesn't matter.
C) To the left.
D) Away from you.
  • 22. What should you do if your machine starts making a loud noise?
A) Ignore it and keep sewing.
B) Increase the speed to overpower the noise.
C) Oil the machine excessively.
D) Stop sewing and check for problems like tangled thread or a bent needle.
  • 23. What's the best way to clean a sewing machine?
A) Use a vacuum cleaner.
B) Use a small brush to remove lint and dust.
C) Wash it with soap and water.
D) Use compressed air without holding the parts.
  • 24. What happens if your thread tension is too tight?
A) The stitches will be invisible.
B) The fabric will sew faster.
C) Nothing, tight tension is always good.
D) The fabric may pucker or the thread may break.
  • 25. What is topstitching?
A) A decorative row of stitches on the right side of the fabric.
B) Stitching used to hold seams together.
C) Stitching inside the seam allowance.
D) Stitching used to create gathers.
  • 26. What is the purpose of staystitching?
A) To waterproof the fabric.
B) To make the fabric softer.
C) To prevent fabric from stretching out of shape.
D) To add color to the fabric.
  • 27. What is a French seam?
A) A seam that encloses the raw edges of the fabric for a clean finish.
B) A seam that is very easy to sew.
C) A seam used for sewing French fabrics.
D) A seam that is invisible.
  • 28. Why should you unplug the machine before performing maintenance?
A) It's not necessary to unplug the machine.
B) To clean the machine easier.
C) To save electricity.
D) To prevent accidental starts and injury.
  • 29. What is a shank?
A) A type of fabric.
B) The thread that is used for sewing.
C) The pointed tip of the needle.
D) The part of the needle that fits into the sewing machine.
  • 30. What is basting?
A) A temporary stitch used to hold fabric in place before final stitching.
B) A type of fabric finishing.
C) A permanent stitch.
D) A way to waterproof fabric.
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