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) Bobbin winder
B) Presser foot
C) Thread guide
D) Spool pin
  • 3. What is the bobbin?
A) A small spool that holds the thread used for the underside of the stitch.
B) The pedal that controls the speed.
C) A type of fabric.
D) The needle used for sewing.
  • 4. Which direction should you typically wind a bobbin?
A) Counter-clockwise
B) Up and down
C) It doesn't matter.
D) Clockwise
  • 5. What is the purpose of the presser foot?
A) To adjust the stitch length.
B) To sharpen the needle.
C) To hold the fabric in place while sewing.
D) To wind the bobbin.
  • 6. What does the feed dog do?
A) Cuts the thread.
B) Adjusts the tension.
C) Lubricates the machine.
D) Moves the fabric under the needle.
  • 7. What does the stitch length control?
A) The type of stitch (straight, zigzag, etc.).
B) The length of each individual stitch.
C) The width of the fabric being sewn.
D) The speed of the machine.
  • 8. What is thread tension?
A) The tightness or looseness of the thread.
B) The color of the thread.
C) The length of the thread.
D) The brand of the thread.
  • 9. What type of needle should you use for lightweight fabrics?
A) A ballpoint needle.
B) Any needle will work.
C) A larger, thicker needle.
D) A smaller, finer 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 make the seam look neater.
D) To speed up the sewing process.
  • 11. What is the purpose of seam allowance?
A) The time it takes to sew a seam.
B) The price of the fabric.
C) The amount of thread used in a seam.
D) The space between the stitching line and the edge of the fabric.
  • 12. What is a serger used for?
A) Sewing buttonholes.
B) Overlocking edges to prevent fraying.
C) Embroidery.
D) Quilting.
  • 13. What is the first thing you should do before starting to sew?
A) Choose a complicated pattern.
B) Read the sewing machine manual.
C) Oil the sewing machine.
D) Start sewing immediately.
  • 14. What does it mean to 'ease' fabric?
A) To cut the fabric.
B) To iron the fabric smoothly.
C) To stretch 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) Blind hem stitch
B) Straight stitch
C) Zigzag stitch
D) Satin stitch
  • 16. What is the purpose of interfacing?
A) To add structure and stability to fabric.
B) To waterproof fabric.
C) To make fabric softer.
D) To add color to fabric.
  • 17. What type of stitch is used for sewing stretch fabrics?
A) Blind hem stitch
B) Straight stitch
C) Backstitch
D) Zigzag stitch
  • 18. What is a walking foot used for?
A) Sewing zippers.
B) Attaching elastic.
C) Feeding multiple layers of fabric evenly.
D) Sewing buttonholes.
  • 19. What is the correct way to thread a needle?
A) Through the bobbin case.
B) From the shank towards the eye.
C) From the eye towards the shank.
D) It doesn't matter which way.
  • 20. What is the function of a seam ripper?
A) To thread the needle.
B) To cut fabric.
C) To remove unwanted stitches.
D) To measure seam allowance.
  • 21. Which way do you turn the hand wheel to lower the needle?
A) It doesn't matter.
B) To the left.
C) Towards you.
D) Away from you.
  • 22. What should you do if your machine starts making a loud noise?
A) Stop sewing and check for problems like tangled thread or a bent needle.
B) Increase the speed to overpower the noise.
C) Oil the machine excessively.
D) Ignore it and keep sewing.
  • 23. What's the best way to clean a sewing machine?
A) Wash it with soap and water.
B) Use a small brush to remove lint and dust.
C) Use a vacuum cleaner.
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) Nothing, tight tension is always good.
C) The fabric will sew faster.
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 inside the seam allowance.
C) Stitching used to hold seams together.
D) Stitching used to create gathers.
  • 26. What is the purpose of staystitching?
A) To prevent fabric from stretching out of shape.
B) To make the fabric softer.
C) To waterproof the fabric.
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 invisible.
C) A seam that is very easy to sew.
D) A seam used for sewing French fabrics.
  • 28. Why should you unplug the machine before performing maintenance?
A) To prevent accidental starts and injury.
B) To save electricity.
C) It's not necessary to unplug the machine.
D) To clean the machine easier.
  • 29. What is a shank?
A) The pointed tip of the needle.
B) The thread that is used for sewing.
C) A type of fabric.
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 way to waterproof fabric.
C) A permanent stitch.
D) A type of fabric finishing.
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