Identifying and Classifying Sewing Tools and Materials
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- 4. z Name different sewing tools and equipment they are familiar with. Are you familiar with the different sewing tools and equipment’s? What sewing tools and equipment do you have at home?
- 5. z Identify the pictures below. What comes in your mind when you see those pictures?
- 6. z Sewing materials and different tools are used in garment construction. The skillful use of the different sewing tools and materials will help take body measurement and drafting pattern with accuracy and speed. Success in sewing calls for the right tools at the right time. All tools must be used appropriately and must be kept properly. One must know how to use them to save time and produce the best result. A complete set of sewing tools and materials are presented to the learners for them to be familiar with and use them properly.
- 7. z Sewing tools and materials are instruments that aid in accomplishing a sewing task. It can be manipulated by hands. Tools and materials can be classified as measuring, cutting and sewing. CUTTING TOOLS Sewing cutting tools are very important in completing the sewing project. These tools should be of the best quality. Quality cutting tools are made of high- grade stainless steel.
- 8. z Pinking Shears Pinking shears are popular in zigzagged or scalloped edge or for seam finishes. These are used to finish seams and raw edges and to create decorative edges on many types of fabric. They cut a ravelresistant edge and are not suitable for straight cutting.
- 9. z Trimming Scissors Trimming scissors are measured 3-4 inches long. They are used for trimmings, clipping threads, and snipping slashes.
- 10. z Embroidery Scissors Embroidery scissors have 4-5 inches finely tapered blades. Both points are sharp and are used in working with fine details in delicate fabrics and embroidery work.
- 11. z MEASURING TOOLS Sewing measuring tools are essential for pattern alterations and body measurements. To ensure a good garment fit, measurements should be taken accurately. There are some measuring tools that should be part of every sewing box.
- 12. z Tape Measure A good, flexible tape measure of at least 60 inches or 150 centimeters on the other side is needed to take body measurements throughout the garment construction process. Although the tape measure should be flexible, it should be stretchy. It is used not only to measure garments, but to measure creations for home decor projects as well. This tool is also used for pattern adjustments.
- 13. z Ruler A ruler measuring 12 inches or even 18 inches, either clear or solid, is a useful tool for measuring and drawing straight seam lines and cutting lines. It also aids in connecting lines. Clear plastic ruler is used for quilting and pattern creation and alteration. It is also used for marking buttonholes.
- 14. z Yardstick A yardstick is made of smooth, shellacked hardwood or metal. It is used for marking hemlines and checking grainlines when laying out the pattern.
- 15. z Sewing Gauge This small ruler has a sliding guide and is about 6 inches long. This is used for measuring the hemlines, button holes and areas where other small measurements require checking such as pleats and tucks. This gauge is usually made of metal.
- 16. z SEWING TOOLS AND MATERIALS Sewing tools and materials are essential in accomplishing a garment project. The following are the common tools and materials used for sewing.
- 17. z Hand Needles Hand needles are used in making temporary stitches and buttonholes. Sizes of 7 to 10 are for general hand sewing.
- 18. z Pins Pins are meant to keep the fabric in place while cutting or sewing.
- 19. z Pin Cushion Pin cushion holds the straight pins and needles while working to prevent accidents.
- 20. z Thimble Thimble is a small hard pitted cup worn for protection on the finger that pushes the needle while sewing.
- 21. z Needle Threader Needle threader is useful for threading any kind of needle. It is put in the eye of the needle, then thread it and pull it back so, it threads your needle.
- 22. z Emery Bag Emery bag is used for thrusting needles and pins. It sharpens the needles and removes rust
- 23. z Threads Threads are used in assembling or constructing the parts of the garment. Threads vary in sizes and in colors. Heavy fabrics need stronger threads.
- 24. z Fabric A fabric is the cloth used in making garments. The plain cotton fabrics, flour sack or “katsa” is the most appropriate material for beginners because it is easy to handle.
- 25. z Sewing Box/Kit Sewing box/kit serves as utility box. Sewing tools like pins, thread, thimble, buttons and others are kept in this box.
- 26. z Read the given situation below. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
- 27. z Look for tools and materials available in your home. Classify those tools and materials according to their uses. Put all these tools and materials in different boxes and label the box.
- 28. z Sewing requires great skill. Having the right tools and materials to use enhances one’s expertise. Sewing without the right tools and materials is like trying to cook without the right ingredients.
- 29. z Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen letter on a separate sheet of paper. 1. Which of the following tools is used in taking body measurements? A. ruler B. scissors C. tape measure D. thimble
- 30. z 2. What kind of tool is used for sewing? A. tape measure B. needle C. ruler D. tailor chalk 3. Which of the following tools is used to finish seams and raw edges and to create decorative edges on many types of fabric? A. thimble B. needle C. embroidery scissors D. pinking shears
- 31. z 4. Which tool is meant to keep the fabric in place while cutting or sewing? A. pins B. thread C. ruler D. thimble 5. Which sewing tool is a small hard pitted cup worn for protection on the finger that pushes the needle in sewing. A. scissors B. teeth C. ruler D. thimble
- 32. z 6. Which serves as a utility box and where sewing tools like pins, thread, thimble can be kept? A. sewing box B. box of pins C. fabric box D. ruler 7. Which is specifically designed for ripping out stitches from seams, either because of an error or during alteration? A. scissors B. teeth C. seam ripper D. thread
- 33. z 8. Which holds the straight pins and needles while working to prevent accidents? A. seam ripper B. pin cushion C. sewing box D. box 9. Which is used for thrusting needles and pins, and sharpens the needles and removes rust? A. emery bag B. pin cushion C. sewing box D. box
- 34. z 10. Which of the following is a useful tool for measuring and drawing straight seam lines and cutting lines? A. ruler B. pins C. fabric D. pin cushion
- 35. z Study each picture on the table. Tell the uses of each sewing tools and materials. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
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- 39. z Show some sewing tools and let the pupils identify each tool.
- 40. z Read each statement. Write TRUE if the sentence tells the correct uses of sewing tools and materials and FALSE if not. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper. __________ 1. Pin cushion is useful for threading any kind of needle. __________ 2. Hand needle is a small hand pitted cup worn for protection on the finger that pushes the needle in sewing.
- 41. z __________ 3. Pinking shears are popular zigzagged or scalloped edge or for seam finishes. __________ 4. Sewing box / kit serves as utility box that sewing tools like pins, thread, thimble and other can be kept in this box. __________ 5. Yardstick is made of smooth, shellacked hardwood or metal.
- 42. z The words in Column A are tools and materials in sewing. Match it with the sentence in Column B which tells its uses. Write only the letter of the correct answer on a separate sheet of paper.
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- 44. z II. Study the following tools and materials. Complete the graphic organizer by classifying them according to their uses. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
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- 49. z Directions: Write AGREE if the statement is correct and DISAGREE if it is wrong. . 1. Careful and systematic planning is the first step in starting sewing a project. 2. You can save money if you make your own household linens. .
- 50. z 3. Product from sewing can't be sold to augment family income. 4. One cannot exercise his creativity by producing the design that he really like. 5. Planning has nothing to do with what to sew, the materials need, and how to go about the project
- 51. z Project plan for household linens matters a lot when it comes to preparing in making sewing household linens. Most important is, it must be simple and accurate. A project plan outlines the manner or steps on how a person will achieve the goals objectives he or she had set. In this lesson you will learn how to make a project plan for making household linen (table runner).
- 52. z Parts of a Project Plan The projects may be done individually or by groups, for your chosen project make sure that you prepare first a project plan. This will help you visualize the finished project that you will make, as well as to estimate the cost of the materials and time that the project will entail. The main purpose of a project plan is to guide you in accomplishing your goal. In this case, your goal is to successfully produce household linen. The following are the different parts of a project plan with their respective purposes:
- 53. z 1. Project Proponent Project proponent is the individual or group of people submitting, organizing and proposing a project for approval. 2. Project Title The title of the project should be short and concise. It should give the reader an idea of what the whole project is about.
- 54. z 3. Objective This part states the goals that you aim to achieve in the project. Goals must be specific, concise and realistic. By being specific, you ensure that you do not go beyond the expected outcome of your project which help you save time. Being realistic means your project has a practical budget aligned with your financial means and can be done within a reasonable time frame for you and your teacher.
- 55. z 4. Drawing This serves as a guide for the person to know how the final outcome of the product should look like. The sketch must be neat and should contain comments or specifications with regards to the type of fabric and stitches used, length and style.
- 56. z 5. Material and Tools a. Materials This is the list of all needed supplies to accomplish your project along with their corresponding amount. This is usually written in a tabular format, specifying the items, quantity, amount per unit of each item, and total cost. In completing this information, you can put an estimate cost of the materials you will buy. This saves you time and allows you to calculate more easily.
- 57. z b. Tools Needed This is the list of the tools or materials that you already have and needed for the project. 6. Procedure This is the part where you list all the instructions you must follow in order to accomplish your project. This is usually written in step-by-step form. In writing each number or step, make sure that you only write one action per step to minimize the chance of confusion.
- 58. z 7. Evaluation Evaluation assesses the finished product using scoring rubric with a specific criterion.
- 59. z Sample of a Project Plan I. Name of Project: Apron II. Objectives 1. To make an Apron. 2. To develop skills in making an Apron. 3. To demonstrate steps in making an Apron. III. Sketch
- 60. z IV. Materials and Tools Needed 1. Scissors 2. Cloth 3. Ruler 4. Tailors Chalk 5. Thread 6. Needle V. Procedure
- 61. z 1. Create an apron shape. 2. Add a pocket. 3. Finish the curved edges. 4. Make an apron neckband. 5. Finish the remaining edges. VI. Evaluation
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- 63. z In our TLE subject, we usually produce projects and it is important to identify the different supplies and materials needed for its completion. Supplies – the quantity or amount (as of a commodity) needed or available. Materials – something used for or made the object of study.
- 64. z Complete the given parts of the Project Plan when preparing to Make a Pot Holder. I. Name of Project: Pot Holder II. Objectives: 1. _____________ 2. _____________ 3. _____________ III. Sketch:
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- 66. z Household linens are important in the home, we use them for our comfort and to make the home look neat and beautiful. Some are bed sheets, pillowcase, table runner, curtains and soon
- 67. z Read each sentence. Write TRUE if the statement is correct or FALSE if it is incorrect. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper. __________1. A project plan outlines the manner or steps on how a person will achieve the goals objectives he or she had set. __________2.Objectives state the goals that you aim to achieved in the project.
- 68. z __________3. Project title serves as guide for the person to know how the final outcomes of the product should look like. _________4. Procedure is the part where you list all the instructions you must follow in order to accomplish your project. __________5. The project title is found at the bottom part of the plan.
- 69. z __________6. Drawing is found next or below the name or title of the project. __________7. Materials are a list of all needed supplies to accomplish your project along with their corresponding amount. __________8. Tools needed is the list of the tools or materials that you have and needed for the project.
- 70. z __________9. Evaluation are the materials used in preparing project plan. __________10. Project plan for household linens matters a lot when it comes to preparing in making sewing household linen
- 71. z A. Directions: Supply the lacking information in making a Place Mat made of cloth. Choose your answer from the pool of words.
- 72. z I. ______________________: Place Mat II. _____________________ 1.to make a Place Mat 2.to develop skills in making Place Mat 3.to demonstrate the steps in sewing a Place Mat III. ___________________________ Draw the materials and the finished products
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- 74. z IV. Materials and tools needed Write the materials and tools needed a. b. c. d. e.
- 75. z V.__________________ 1. Decide on the size. 2. Position for cloth for sewing. 3. Remove corners for turning. 4. Pull a cloth through the open unstitched space. 5. Flatten the seam allowance at the opening. 6. Add finishing stitches.
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- 77. z Identify the parts of a project plan.
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- 79. z 1. What are the steps in sewing a skirt? 2. What are the thing to remember when sewing? 3. Why is it to know and follow the steps in sewing a skirt?
- 80. z Directions: You are asked to make an Apron. List down 5 possible supplies and materials needed to make it. 1. ___________________________ 2. ___________________________ 3. ___________________________ 4. ___________________________ 5.___________________________
- 81. z A. Directions: Prepare a project plan in making a Cotton Rug.
- 82. z Prepare a sample of project plan for any household linen product. Present it tomorrow.
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