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Name:Keivn Bryan C. Malana
Grade/Section:VII-J.G Villa
Teacher:Mrs. Daisy Villafuerte
Cutting
Tools
Fabric Measuring Tools
Tape Measure
Having a tape measure to hand can be indispensable, especially when you’re taking measuring or making alterations.
We’d suggest investing in a tape-measure that rolls up rather than retracts into a case to make your life easier.
Tailor’s Chalk
Tailor’s chalk allows you to easily mark your fabric when you’re measuring it and preparing to cut it. It will work on most
materials and is easily removed, making it a popular tool in the sewing world.
Pencil, Ruler & Rubber
These three tools are essential to any dressmaker’s sewing kit as they come in handy when you need to make alterations
to your patterns.
Dress Cutting Tools
Dressmaker’s Shears
Also referred to as dressmaker’s scissors, these scissors have serrated edges that are ideal for cutting out all types of
fabric, including leather and denim. We’d suggest investing in a high-quality pair that come with a sheath to keep them in
after every use. It’s also worth knowing that these types of scissors aren’t designed to cut paper or thread, as this will
blunt their edge.
Paper Scissors
As dressmaker’s shears shouldn’t be used for cutting paper, its best practise to have an ordinary pair of scissors in your
dressmaking kit so you’re able to cut out patterns as and when you need to.
Small, Sharp Scissors
A pair of small, sharp scissors are also useful for cutting thread.
Rotary Cutter
A rotary cutter is a tool that can save you hours of time. As the blade rotates, it makes it easy to cut layers of fabric
simultaneously, whilst giving you a clean cutting edge.
Cutting Mat
If you’re using a rotary cutter, you’ll also need a cutting mat to protect your work surface. We’d recommended choosing
the largest size you can to make sure you can fit all your fabric on at once.
Sewing Tools
Sewing Machine
A sewing machine will become your new best friend as you start dress-making. There will be some patterns that require
you to hand sew, but for the majority of your sewing you will need a sewing machine. If you don’t own a sewing machine
then we would advise investing in a sturdy machine that has multiple stitching options.
Machine Needles
With your sewing machine you’ll need to invest in a range of different sewing machine needles depending on what fabric
and weight you working with. You can find more information about the different types of sewing machine needles on page?
Seam Unpicker
Especially if you’re just starting out, you’re bound to make mistakes, so you’ll want a seam ripper to un-pick stitches.
Extra Sewing Feet
Having extra sewing feet will not only make your life easier when it comes to sewing trickier stitches, but won’t hinder your
project if one snaps mid-sew.
Hand-Sewing Needles
Even though most of your work will be sewn with a sewing machine, you will need some hand-sewing needles for elements
such as intricate detailing. Standard hand-sewing needles will do the job perfectly,
Pin Cushion
Keep your work station tidy with a pin cushion. Most sewing kits will come with a traditional fabric pin cushion, however a
handy alternative is a magnetic pin cushion, as it means you no longer need to worry about finding pins lying about on the
floor.
Thimble
Protect your thumb when you’re hand sewing with a thimble. Make sure you purchase one that is non-slip to prevent it
from moving about as you sew.
Pressing Tools
Ironing Board
An ironing board isn’t an extravagant tool you’ll need for dressmaking, but you need to make sure that your ironing board
is sturdy and the height can be adjusted. It’s also worth ensuring your ironing board is in a good condition; one with a
reflective cover gives the best surface for pressing.
Iron
The best iron for dressmaking is one that is heavier than you’d choose for your household chores. The plate should have
plenty of holes to let out steam and should have a non-stick surface. A narrower tip is also useful for pressing those hard
to reach areas.
Pressing Cloth
A pressing cloth is a piece of fabric that is laid between your iron and your garment to help protect them from the iron’s
heat. To begin with a cotton muslin pressing cloth will do the job, but as you become more advanced, it’s worth investing
in a variety of different pressing cloths made from different fabrics.
Tailor’s Ham
Sometimes called a dressmaker’s ham, a tailor’s ham is a solid cushion that makes it easy for pressing curved seams such
as collars, princess seams and darts. It’s filled with sawdust which makes it mouldable, and one side is usually covered in
cotton and the other in wool.
1. Bent-Handled Shears-7 to 8 inch long scissors suitable for cutting fabric because the blades rest flat on the cutting
surface.
2. Hem Gauge- a measuring device marked with various depths and hemline folds. It is practical when hemming
straight on grain edges.
3. Tape Measure-a 60 inch lng measuring device used in taking body measurements, drafting patterns, and
measuring fabrics. It has a metal tip and reversible markings in centimeters and inches.2. Trimming Scissors- 6 inch
long scissors used for trimming and clipping seams and for general use.
4. Yardstick/Meterstick- is use to measure fabric and to check grain line. It can be used in marking a long straight
lines and in measuring hem lengths.
L-square - It is useful in constructing perpendicular lines with divisional parts located in longer and shorter arms.
Ruler - aids in connecting shorter lines, marked off in inches and centimetersThe Hip Curve is used in connecting
or shaping slightly curve points.It has a measure of inches at the front and centimeters at the back part.
Beeswax/Candle- makes the thread stronger and serves as lubricant, which makes the thread easier to use in sewing
buttons and other hand sewing jobs.
Pin Cushion- a cotton-stuffed cloth cut and sewn in many different shapes to keep the pins in place. It will help you
work conveniently when Pins- used when cutting and sewing material. Helps save time in basting. Dull-pointed and
rusted pins should not be used b'coz they will Needles- comes in three sizes: small, medium and large. Small needles
are used on light and soft material, while big needles are for rough, thick and heavy materials. Needles are used for
basting, sewing buttons on and when mending torn clothes.destroy the fabric.laced on your Thimble- made of either
plastic or metal material w/c is used to protect the finger from being pricked by the needle when sewing. A fitted
Emery Bag- used for thrusting needles and pins. They sharpens the needles ad removes rust.thimble will help you sew
comfortably especially Sewing Box- serves as a utility box. Sewing tools like pins, thread, thimbles, and others can be
kept in this box. Sewing boxes vary in style, such as the compartmentalized and non-compartmentalized box. A
compartmentalized sewing box is practical b'coz ur tools can always be
orderly arranged.
Tailor's Chalk - A thin piece of hard chalk used in tailoring for making temporary alteration marks on clothing.
Dressmaker's carbon paper - the functions is like a carbon paper. It is available in different colors, used with
tracing wheel.
Flat Iron - is the small appliance used to remove wrinkles from fabric.
A tailor's ham or dressmakers ham is a tightly stuffed pillow in the shape of a ham used as a mold when pressing
curves such as sleeves or collars
Trimming Scissors- 6 inch long scissors used for trimming and clipping seams and for general use.
Pinking Shears- cuts a zigzag edge and is used for finishing hem edges, seams, etc. It should not be used for cutting
out a garment b'coz it will not give an accurate cut line of the fabric.
Cutting Board/Table- a flat board placed on a table where the fabric is laid out and cut. The fabric can be pinned
securely to the cutting board/table to prevent it from slipping.eam Ripper- a handy little tool for taking out seams and
removing stitches. It must be used carefully so as not to cut the fabric.
Sewing Gauge- a 6 inch gauge with a movable indicator convenient for measuring short lengths.
Different Industrial Sewing Machines
Industrial sewing machines differ from traditional
sewing machines in many ways. An industrial sewing
machine is specifically built for long term, professional
sewing tasks and is therefore constructed with superior
durability, parts and motors. Whereas traditional sewing
machines might include nylon or plastic gears, an
industrial sewing machine's gears, connecting rods,
housings and body are typically constructed from high-
quality metals, such as cast iron or aluminum.
Types of Industrial Sewing Machines
There are four main types of industrial sewing machines. The differentiation
between them is based on the design of the arm and needle post. These four
types are:
Flatbed: The most common type, these machines resemble traditional
sewing machines in that the arm and needle extend to the flat base of
the machine. Workers typically use this machine for sewing flat pieces of
fabric together.
Cylinder-bed: These machines feature a narrow, horizontal column as
opposed to a flat base. This allows fabric to pass around and under the
column. The diameter of the cylinder-bed varies from 5 cm to 16 cm.
Workers employ the cylinder-bed machine for sewing cylindrical pieces
such as cuffs, but it is also useful for bulky items such as saddles and
shoes.
Post-bed: These machines feature bobbins, feed dogs and/or loopers in
a vertical column that rises above the flat base of the machine. The
height of this column ranges from 10 cm to 45 cm. Applications that
make access to the sewing area difficult, such as attaching emblems,
boot making and glove making utilize the post-bed machine.
Off-the-arm: The least common group, these machines require
workers to feed material along the axis of a horizontal column. The
design limits the length of the seam sewn to the length of the column,
but is useful for applications such as sleeve and shoulder seams.
Things to Consider When Buying an
Industrial Sewing Machine
After you've determined which type of industrial
sewing machine best fits your needs best, the
next step is to choose how many and which type
of feed mechanism you should purchase.
Different industrial sewing machines offer
several ways to feed the material. Typically,
industrial sewing machines that deliver
numerous feed capabilities are more expensive. The main types of feed
mechanisms are:
Drop feed: The feed mechanism lies below the machine's sewing
surface. This is probably the most common feed type.
Needle feed: The needle itself acts as the feed mechanism, which
minimizes slippage and allows workers to sew multiple layers of fabric.
Walking foot: The immobile presser foot is replaced with a foot that
moves with the feed, which allows easier performance on thick, spongy
or cushioned materials.
Puller feed: The machine grips and pulls straight-seemed material as
it is sewn and can perform on large, heavy-duty items such as canvas
tents.
Manual feed: The feed is controlled entirely by the worker, who can do
delicate, personal work such as shoe repair, embroidery and quilting. On
industrial sewing machines, it is sometimes necessary to remove the
feed dogs to obtain a manual feed.
The application of an industrial sewing machine is also an important factor to
consider. For example, some machines come with an automatic pocket setter,
while others include pattern programmability or electronic eyelet
buttonholers. Furthermore, the strength and design of the machine needs to
complement the type of material you will be using. Higher quality machines
will likely be necessary for medium to heavy materials, such as denim, while
base level industrial machines may be adequate for lighter materials, such as
cotton.
Other Considerations
A particular machine’s stitch types should also be noted prior to making a
purchase. There are several dozen distinct types of stitches, each requiring
between one and seven threads. Plain stitches are the most commonly used
stitches in industrial sewing and include loc, chain, overlock and coverstitch
Yet another important feature to look into is the size and speed of the
industrial sewing machine. More expensive machines will be able to sew more
stitches per minute. Larger machines provide a larger clearance area under the
foot and bigger bed size. You'll need to ensure the size and speed of the
machine you ultimately purchase will adequately meet your needs and
expectations.
TYPES OF
SEWING
MACHINE
Sewing Tools
And Euipment
