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