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Technology and
Livelihood Education
Quarter 1 – Module 2:
Use of Sewing Tools and
Equipment
Dressmaking/Tailoring
(Exploratory Course)
TLE Dressmaking/Tailoring – Grade 7/8 (Exploratory Course)
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 1 – Module 2: Use of Sewing Tools and Equipment
First Edition, 2020

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Technology and
Livelihood
Education
Quarter 1 – Module 2:
Use of Sewing Tools and
Equipment
Dressmaking/Tailoring
(Exploratory Course)
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

Welcome to the TLE Dressmaking/Tailoring Grade 7/8 Exploratory Course Self-

Learning Module (SLM) on Use of Sewing Tools and Equipment.

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by educators both
from public and private institutions to assist you, the teacher or facilitator in helping
the learners meet the standards set by the K to 12 Curriculum while overcoming their
personal, social, and economic constraints in schooling.

This learning resource hopes to engage the learners into guided and independent
learning activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this also aims to help
learners acquire the needed 21st century skills while taking into consideration their
needs and circumstances.

In addition to the material in the main text, you will also see this box in the body of the
module:

Notes to the Teacher

This contains helpful tips or strategies that
will help you in guiding the learners.

As a facilitator you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this module. You
also need to keep track of the learners' progress while allowing them to manage their
own learning. Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist the learners as
they do the tasks included in the module.

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For the learner:

Welcome to the TLE Dressmaking/Tailoring Grade 7/8 Exploratory Course Self-Learning Module
(SLM) on Use of Sewing Tools and Equipment.

The hand is one of the most symbolized part of the human body. It is often used to depict skill,
action and purpose. Through our hands we may learn, create and accomplish. Hence, the hand
in this learning resource signifies that you as a learner is capable and empowered to successfully
achieve the relevant competencies and skills at your own pace and time. Your academic success
lies in your own hands!

This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful opportunities for guided and
independent learning at your own pace and time. You will be enabled to process the contents of
the learning resource while being an active learner.

This module has the following parts and corresponding icons:

What I Need to Know This will give you an idea of the skills or
competencies you are expected to learn in the
module.

What I Know This part includes an activity that aims to

check what you already know about the
lesson to take. If you get all the answers
correct (100%), you may decide to skip this
module.

What’s In This is a brief drill or review to help you link

the current lesson with the previous one.

What’s New In this portion, the new lesson will be

introduced to you in various ways such as a
story, a song, a poem, a problem opener, an
activity or a situation.

What is It This section provides a brief discussion of the

lesson. This aims to help you discover and
understand new concepts and skills.

What’s More This comprises activities for independent

practice to solidify your understanding and
skills of the topic. You may check the
answers to the exercises using the Answer
Key at the end of the module.

What I Have Learned This includes questions or blank

sentence/paragraph to be filled in to process
what you learned from the lesson.

What I Can Do This section provides an activity which will

help you transfer your new knowledge or skill
into real life situations or concerns.

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 Assessment This is a task which aims to evaluate your
level of mastery in achieving the learning
competency.

Additional Activities In this portion, another activity will be given

to you to enrich your knowledge or skill of the
lesson learned. This also tends retention of
learned concepts.

Answer Key This contains answers to all activities in the

module.

At the end of this module you will also find:

References This is a list of all sources used in developing

this module.
The following are some reminders in using this module:

1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any part of the module. Use
a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises.
2. Don’t forget to answer What I Know before moving on to the other activities included in the
module.
3. Read the instruction carefully before doing each task.
4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking your answers.
5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are through with it.
If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate to consult
your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in mind that you are not alone.

We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning and gain deep
understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!

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 What I Need to Know

Hey there, did you know that dressmaking and tailoring is much easier nowadays
because of the sewing tools and equipment that we have today? It’s true! In this
module, you are going to learn the different tools, materials, and equipment that are
used in dressmaking and tailoring. You will also classify the tools according to their
functions.

After going through this module, you are expected to:

 Identify basic sewing tools and equipment.
 Classify basic sewing tools
 Locate and identify the parts of the sewing machine and its purpose

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 What I Know

Before you proceed, let us check your prior knowledge.

Direction: Read each item carefully and choose the letter of the best answer from
the choices below.

1. The part of the sewing machine that controls the looseness and tightness
of stitches.
a. bobbin
b. tension
c. presser foot
d. thread guide

2. A flexible tape with different type of measurements essential for taking

body measurements.
a. ruler
b. yard stick
c. hem gauge
d. tape measure

3. This is used to shape the depth of the neck hole and armhole of the
pattern.
b. ruler
a. french curve
c. tape measure
d. trimming scissor

4. A small hard pitted cup worn for protection on the finger that pushes
the needle in sewing.
a. fabric
b. thimble
c. seam ripper
d. sewing gauge

5. A small ruler with a sliding guide and is about six inches long.
a. ruler
b. yard stick
c. sewing gauge
d. tape measure

6. This is specifically designed for ripping out stitches from seams.

a. fabric
b. thimble
c. sewing gauge
d. seam ripper

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 7. It is used for marking hemlines and checking grainlines when laying out
the pattern.
a. ruler
b. thread
c. meter stick
d. French curve

8. This tool is available in a range of colors and is removed by brushing.

c. tailor’s chalk
b. chalk pencil
d. tracing wheel
a. liquid marking pen

9. This part of sewing machine keeps the thread in position.

a. tension
b. thread guide
c. tension screw
d. balance wheel

10. This is the thread holder of the sewing machine.

a. needle
b. bobbin
c. spool pin
d. presser foot

Directions: Rearrange the jumbled letter to get the correct answer.

1. This is used to shape the depth of the neck hole and armhole of the
pattern.

RNEHFC UVCER

2. It is a handy little spring loaded cutting tool that allows for the snipping
of threads.

HTAEDR LPIPERC

3. It has 4-5 inches finely tapered blades.

MBEORDIYRE SISOSSCR

4. Used in making temporary stitches

ANHD ENEDEL

5. Holds the straight pins and needles while working to prevent accidents.

INPCHNSUOI

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Lesson
Use of Sewing Tools and
2 Equipment

Success in sewing calls for the right tools and equipment at the right time. This
lesson will provide knowledge and skills of the different tools and equipment which are
necessary in sewing.

What’s In

Let us now proceed with the other parts of this module.

I’m sure you’re familiar with some of the tools in dressmaking. Can you identify
at least 2 tools, material or equipment used in dressmaking that you have seen before?

What’s New

How are you coping with our lesson? I hope you are curious about the
activities we will discuss in this module.

Directions: Read and study the situation carefully. Then answer the question
based on the situation given.

Ms. Merlie Lim is trying to fix her husband’s torn shirt. In order to do that she
needs to use dressmaking tools.

Help her to identify the tools that she needs to accomplish her task.

What do you think are the tools, materials, or equipment does Ms. Lim
need? Give at least three (3) tools, materials, or equipment.

1.

2.

3.

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 What Is It

Sewing Tools and Equipment

Sewing equipment different tools are used in garment construction. The

skillful use of the different sewing equipment 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 appropriate in a proper order and one must know how to use them to save time
and produce the best result.

This lesson will provide knowledge and skills of the different tools and
equipment which are necessary in sewing. A complete set of sewing tools and
equipment are presented to help the students work faster.

MEASURING TOOLS

Tape Measure
A flexible measuring device used in taking body measurements.
The front has the measurement of 150 centimeters and 60 inches
on the other side. Fiberglass tape is commonly used by
dressmakers.

Sewing Gauge
A small ruler with a sliding guide and is about six inches long.
This gauge is used for measurements at hem lines, button holes
and areas where other small measurements require checking,
such as pleats and tucks. The gauge is usually made of metal or
plastic.
From google >>

Meter Stick
It is made of smooth, shellacked hardwood or metal. It is used for
marking hemlines and checking grainlines when laying out the
pattern.

From google >>

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 DRAFTING TOOLS

L-square
The tailor square or "L" is used to transfer measurements to the
draft pattern. It also divides the garment into the desired
measurement. It has perfect squares and is useful in making
straight lines.
It has two arms connected perpendicularly.
a. The longer arm is twenty-four (24) inches long.
b. The shorter arm is fourteen (14) inches long.

French Curve
This is used to shape the depth of the neck hole and armhole of
the pattern.

CUTTING TOOLS

Bent-handled dressmaker’s shears

These are made of quality steel and hold a sharp cutting edge.
The blades move easily and cut smoothly along the entire length
and the points should come together. Shears have the length of
7- 12 inches and are satisfactory for most apparel fabrics.

Embroidery scissors
It has 4-5 inches finely tapered blades. Both points are sharp for
use in working with fine details in delicate fabrics and in
embroidery work.

Buttonhole scissors
This is intended for making buttonholes.

Thread Clippers
Thread clippers are a handy little spring loaded cutting tool that
allows for the snipping of threads. These clippers are specifically
used to snip threads and they are not designed to cut fabric.

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Seam Ripper
Seam rippers are specifically designed for ripping out stitches
from seams, either as a result of an error or during alterations.
They should be used carefully to prevent damage to the fabric. Captured by: Coralyn A. Lim

MARKING TOOLS

Chalk Pencils/Dressmaker pencil

This is available in white or pastel shades. This chalk pencil is
used to make fine lines on fabric. It has an erasing brush at one
end.

Liquid Marking Pen

Liquid marking pens come in two types. There is one that washes
out and one that fades after 48 hours. Those that wash out should
not be used on fabric that show water marks. The mark should
be removed before pressing the fabric.

Tailor’s Chalk
This is essential as a marker for use on materials. Tailor‘s chalk
is available in a range of colors and is removed by brushing.

Captured by: Coralyn A. Lim

Tracing Wheel
There are two types of tracing wheels, those with a serrated edge
and those with a smooth edge. The serrated edge wheel produces
dots on the fabric and is suitable for most types of fabrics. The
smooth edge wheel is best for delicate fabrics. The smooth edge
wheel creates a solid line.

PINNING AND SEWING TOOL

Pincushion
A pincushion holds the straight pins and needles while working
to prevent accidents.

Captured by: Coralyn A. Lim

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Hand Needle
Used in making temporary stitches and buttonholes. Sizes of 7 to
10 are for general hand sewing.

Sewing Needle Threader

It aids in putting the thread to the needle. It consists of two parts.
The handle and the wire. The end of the wire that is away from
the holder is folded. Place the folded wire of the needle threader
through the eye of the sewing needle. Captured by: Coralyn A. Lim

Thimble
A small hard pitted cup worn for protection on the finger that
pushes the needle in sewing.

MATERIALS

Fabric
The Fabric is the cloth used in making garments. The plain cotton
fabrics, flour sack or catch is the most appropriate material for
beginners because these are very easy to handle.

Thread
The thread is used in assembling or constructing the parts of the
garment. Threads vary in sizes. Heavy fabrics need stronger
threads. Threads should have the same color with that of the
fabric used.
Captured by: Coralyn A. Lim

You can watch this video for further understanding

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1inUaRgZBo16Fp760UR_ggAo-
YGdOpikp

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 Two Major Parts of the Lockstitch Sewing Machine

The two major parts of the lock stitch sewing machine are the upper and
lower parts.

The Upper Parts is composed of:

1. Head is the complete sewing machine without a cabinet or stand.

2. Arm is the curve part of the head containing mechanism for operating
the needle.
3. Bed is the flat portion of the machine and beneath is the feed dog where
it is mounted, and the shuttle and lower thread are placed.

Parts of the Sewing Machine in the Arm

1. Spool Pin is the thread holder.
2. Thread Guide keeps the thread in position.
3. Thread Take up Lever releases the thread and interlocks with the
bobbin thread.
4. Presser bar lifter moves the presser foot.
5. Tension controls the looseness and tightness of stitches.
6. Needle Bar holds the needle in place.
7. Needle Clamp holds and tightens the needle.
8. Presser Foot holds the fabric in place while sewing.
9. Needle is a slender tool attached in the needle clamp used for sewing.
10. Bobbin Winder controls the bobbin while winding thread.
11. Stitch regulator checks the length of the stitches.
12. Balance Wheel sets the mechanism in motion.
13. Belt connects the balance wheel to the drive wheel.
14. Stop Motion Screw hinders moving when loosened and starts

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Parts of Sewing Machine under the Bed

1. Feed Dog moves the fabric while sewing.

2. Throat plate is the windows of the feed dog and it is where the bobbin
threads come out.
3. Slide plate is a movable plate that covers the shuttle and bobbin case.
4. Shuttle holds the bobbin case while sewing.
5. Bobbin is a metal spool for winding thread.
6. Bobbin Case holds the bobbin.

The Lower Parts of the Lock Stitch Sewing Machine

The lower parts of the sewing machine are the cabinet and the stand. The
cabinet has drawers and screw on the hinges for the attachment of the head.

The following are the lower parts of the sewing machine and their uses:

1. Band Wheel leads the balance wheel through the belt connection.
2. Band Wheel Crank moves the band wheel.
3. Pitman Rod holds the treadle to band wheel crank.
4. Belt Guide holds the belt to its place.
5. Belt Shifter removes the belt from the wheel.
6. Dress Guard protects the dress from the wheel.
7. Treadle is where the feet are stationed to drive the band wheel through
the pitman rod.
8. Legs support the cabinet of the machine.
9. Cabinet holds the head of the machine by interlocking screw on the
hinges.

You can watch this video for further understanding

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1rSAa0qBYc-
WbSQQIQCbUm3LaM4AooALx

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 What’s More

You are now nearing the end of this module.

Direction: Listed below are the tools in dressmaking. Identify the
following tools according to its classification. Fill out the blanks provided.

Example: cutting tool 1. Thread Clippers

________________________1. Tailor’s chalk

________________________2. L-square

________________________3. Seam ripper

________________________4. Tape measure

________________________5. Hand needle

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 What I Have Learned

Now that you’ve learned a lot from the very start of our module, let’s
summarize our lesson from the very start by filling the blanks with
appropriate answer.

1. __________________ moves the fabric while sewing.

2. __________________ is a movable plate that covers the shuttle and bobbin

case.

3. The ___________________ is the cloth used in making garments.

4. Embroidery scissors has ___________________ inches finely tapered

blades.

5. Thimble is a small hard pitted cup worn for ___________________ on the

finger.

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 What I Can Do

Now, it’s about time for us to use our knowledge in real life
situations. Let’s answer the following questions below.

1. Have you experienced repairing any torn shirts or shorts at home? If yes,
what tools and materials did you use all throughout the process?

______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________

2. Patrick noticed that there’s no thread coming out underneath the sewing
machine but there was still thread in the spool pin. What should he do?

______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________

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 Assessment

Self – Assessment 1
Directions: Read each item carefully and choose the letter of the best answer
from the choices below.

1. This is used for measuring hem lines, and button holes.

a. thimble
b. fabric
c. tape measure
d. sewing gauge

2. It is used for marking hemlines and checking grainlines when laying out the
pattern.
a. L-square
b. meter stick
c. sewing gauge
d. French curve

3. A flexible measuring device used in taking body measurements.

a. meter stick
b. tape measure
c. buttonhole scissors
d. serrated edge tracing wheel

4. This measuring tool has the measurement of 150 centimeters and 60

inches on the other side.
a. needle
b. bobbin
c. L – square
d. tape measure

5. This is used to transfer measurements to the draft pattern.

a. L- square
b. thread guide
c. French curve
d. Sewing gauge

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Self – Assessment 2

Directions: Classify the tools according to its function. Write your answer on the
space provided.

Buttonhole scissors Sewing Gauge Tracing Wheel

Pincushion Tailor’s Chalk L-square

MEASURING TOOLS _________________________

_________________________

DRAFTING TOOLS _________________________

_________________________

CUTTING TOOLS _________________________

_________________________

MARKING TOOLS _________________________

_________________________

PINNING AND SEWING TOOL _________________________

_________________________

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Activity 1.3

Directions: Identify the parts of the sewing machine.

1. _____________________________

2. _____________________________

3. _____________________________

4. _____________________________

5. _____________________________

6. ______________________________

7. ______________________________

8. ______________________________

9. ______________________________

10. _____________________________

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 Additional Activities

Congratulations! You’ve come this far. I know you’ve learned a lot about the
lesson. Now for your additional activities, just answer the following questions.

1. Of all the basic tools and materials we have discussed what are the tools and/or
materials do we commonly use in a day to day basis?

_________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________

2. What part of lesson did you find interesting or useful in your everyday lives?
_________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________

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Assessment Assessment Assessment What I know
Self-assessment 3 Self-assessment 2 Self-assessment 1 1. B
1. Spool pin Measuring tools 1. D 2. D
2. Thread guide  Sewing gauge 2. B 3. A
3. Upper tension Drafting tools 3. B 4. B
4. Thread take up  L-Square 4. D 5. C
lever Cutting tools 5. A 6. D
5. Needle bar  Button hole 7. C
6. Face plate Scissors 8. C
7. Presser foot Marking tools 9. B
8. Presser bar lifter  Tailor’s Chalk 10. C
9. Stitch regulator  Tracing Wheel
10. Bobbin winder Pinning and Sewing 1. French
tools Curve
2. Thread
 Pincushion
Clipper
3. Embroidery
What I can do What I have What’s More What’s New Scissors
(main point learned 1. Marking (In any order) 4. Hand
only 1. Feed dog tool 1. Hand Needle
1. sewing 2. Slide plate 2. Drafting Needle 5. Pincushion
machine, 3. Fabric tool 2. Thread
hand 4. 4-5 inches 3. Cutting tool 3. Sewing
needle, 5. Protection 4. Measuring Machine
thread, tool 4. Fabric
fabric 5. Pinning and
2. Remove the sewing tool
bobbin and
add more
thread.
Answer Key
References
Learning Module - K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum Technology and Livelihood
Education Learning Module Dressmaking/Tailoring, pp 8-16

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 DISCLAIMER
This Self-learning Module (SLM) was developed by DepEd – Division of General Santos
City with the primary objective of preparing for and addressing the new normal.
Contents of this module were based on DepEd’s Most Essential Learning
Competencies (MELC). This is a supplementary material to be used by all learners in
General Santos City in all public schools beginning SY 2020-2021. The process of LR
development was observed in the production of this module. This is version 1.0. We
highly encourage feedback, comments, and recommendations.

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