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DRESS MAKING - CITS

• Loop Turner
A loop turner is a handy sewing tool that is used to turn fabric tubes inside out. It is a thin metal rod with a circle
on one end and a hook on the other. The loop turner works by attaching one end of a fabric tube to a hook or wire,
and then gently pulling the fabric through the tube, turning it inside out.

Sewing Machine
A sewing machine is used to stitch the fabric and other pliable materials together with threads. It has various parts
and attachments, each of which have their own importance and use.
There are mainly two categories of sewing machines that is, domestic sewing machine and industrial sewing
machine.
Domestic sewing machines
Domestic, or household, sewing machines are meant for home use. These machines are smaller and slower than
industrial machines.
Industrial sewing machines
Industrial sewing machines are typically found in factories, and are mostly used to mass produce clothing and
other goods. They offer precision, fast sewing speeds, and higher stitch quality.
Parts of Industrial sewing machine and their functions

Dual Thread Stand: The main function of the thread stand or spool holder is to hold the spool of thread. It
specially controls the direction/operation of the thread during the sewing time. The spool holder constantly holds
the spool so that the flow of thread can pass well.
Hand Wheel: The hand wheel, also called a flywheel or balance wheel manually controls the needle. Hand wheel
is utilized to raise and lower the needle, and it typically on the right side of the machine.

Reverse Lever: The machine will sew in reverse while the lever is pushed. Reverse lever also called “back
tacking,” which is one of the best ways to secure a seam you have just stitched.

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CITS : Apparel - Dress Making - Lesson 6 & 7 (3)