THE SEWING MACHINE

WEEK 1 

TOPIC: THE SEWING MACHINE 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Types of Sewing Machines

2. Parts of A Sewing Machine

3. Functions of Each Part of the Sewing Machine

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

1. Mention types of sewing machines;

2. Identity parts of a sewing machine;

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

The teacher will teach the lesson with the aid of:

a sewing machine, a labelled diagram of a sewing machine.

 REFERENCE MATERIALS

Scheme of Work

9 – Years of Basic Education Curriculum

 All Relevant Material

Online Information

 CONTENT

INTRODUCTION 

A sewing machine is a machine used to stitch fabric and other materials together with thread.

Sewing machines were invented during the First Industrial Revolution to decrease the amount of manual sewing work performed in clothing companies.

 TYPES OF SEWING MACHINE

1. Handy Sewing Machine 

Handy Stitch is also known as the portable hand-held sewing machine.

It is great for quick repairs or jobs that conventional desktop machines can not handle, like sewing curtains while on the rod, or mending a torn pocket without having to remove your pants.

2. Mechanical Sewing Machine

These machines are also called manual machines/tailoring machines/treadle sewing machines/domestic sewing machines where the basic settings are done manually by the user.

These machines are best suitable for beginners who want to learn sewing from basics.

 3. Electronic Sewing Machine

Electronic sewing machines have more features than mechanical sewing machines. These sewing machines are a combination of mechanical sewing machines and computerized sewing machines.

4. Computerized or Automated Sewing Machine

Computerized Sewing Machines are high-technology sewing machines which can be connected to the internet, computer or design loaded cards.

These machines are best suitable for industrial purposes.

5. Embroidery Machine

Embroidery machines are meant for designing different patterns of embroidery on the fabric.

PARTS OF THE SEWING MACHINE

Head

Teeth

Wheel

Bobbin

Reeler

ADVANTAGES OF THE SEWING MACHINE

1. It makes sewing to be easier and faster.

2. It makes the work to be neat.

FUNCTIONS OF THE PARTS OF THE SEWING MACHINE

1. Spool pin

The main function of a spool pin is to hold the spool of thread.

2. Bobbin binder spindle

During winding, the bobbin is placed here.

3. Bobbin winder stopper

When the bobbin reaches its optimum capacity then the bobbin winder stopper stops the bobbin winding.

4. Stitch width dial

The main object of the stitch width dial is to control the zigzag stitch.

5. Pattern selector dial

The pattern selector dial is to set the symbol of the desired stitch pattern.

6. Handwheel

The hand wheel is used to raise and lower the need, which is situated on the right side of the machine.

7. Stitch length dial

A stitch length dial is used to control the length of the stitch.

8. Reverse stitch lever

The machine will sew in the reverse while the lever is pushed.

9. Power switch

The power switch means the off-on office of the sewing machine. Normally power switch is located on the right side of the machine.

10. Bobbin winder thread guide

These types of thread guides are used during bobbin winding.

11. Thread tension dial

A thread tension dial is used to control the tension on the top thread.

12. Thread take-up lever

During sewing the top thread passes through the thread take-up lever. The thread take-up lever moves up and down with the needle.

13. Needle clamp screw

The needle clamp screw holds the needle in its actual place.

14. Presser foot

Presser's foot holds the fabric in its definite place.

15. Bobbin cover

During sewing bobbin cover protects and covers the bobbin holder.

16. Bobbin cover release button

This type of button is used to release the cover for entrance to the bobbin.

17. Feed the dog

During sewing, the feed dog pulls the fabric forward.

18. Needle

A needle is used to form a stitch in the garments.

19. Needle plate

A needle plate is a metal plate which is situated under the needle and presser foot. It helps to move the fabric forward during sewing. 

PRESENTATION

Step 1: The teacher revised the  previous topic

Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic

Step 3: The teacher explains the new topic

Step 4: Teacher welcomes pupil's questions

Step5: The teacher evaluates the pupils

Conclusion: The teacher goes over the topic once again for a better understanding

 EVALUATION/ASSIGNMENT 

Pupils to:

1. Identity two kinds of sewing machines;

2. State three differences between hand and treadle sewing machines;

3. Mention four parts of a sewing machine.

4. State the functions of the parts of the sewing machine mentioned in 3 above.