Showing you how to thread a machineThere are lots of different sewing machines available to buy in shops. However they all are basically the same when it comes to threading them up. I’ll explain how to do it in stages.

Using the sewing machine

A close up of the front of the machine

At the end of this lesson you will have learnt:• learn how to use the sewing machine safely• main parts of the sewing machine• how to thread a sewing machine

Hand wheel

Handle

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This sewing machine will be similar to the one you will have in school

Thread holder

Take up arm

Guide plate

Presser foot

On closer inspection this is what thefront of your machine will look like.These are the main elements to the front of the machine no matter what make you have

Bobbin

Zig – Zag stitch dial

Needle position - should always be in middle

Buttonhole dial

Straight stitch dial and reverse.

These dials are important as they control the type and size of the machine stitches.

Threading a sewing machine

Follow the steps to thread your machine – you cannot miss out any of the steps !

The foot control - (pedal)

this is how you make the sewing machine stitch.

You need to take note of the following :

• your heel must be on the floor.

• Press the foot control with the middle of your foot.

Safety

• Never press the foot control down quickly – slowly. • Never press another persons foot while they are using it.