Sewing Terms Crossword Puzzle

QUESTIONS LIST:

• feed dogs : the toothed metal bars that move fabric through the machine as it sews.
• spool pin : a pin that holds the spool of thread in place.
• bobbin : a small spool that holds the bottom thread in a sewing machine.
• reverse lever : a lever or button that allows you to sew in reverse.
• stitch selector : a dial or button that allows you to choose the type of stitch you want to use.
• thread guide : guides that help direct the thread from the spool to the needle.
• take up lever : a lever that pulls the thread from the spool and controls the amount of thread supplied to the needle.
• needle : the part of the machine that pierces the fabric and carries the upper thread through to form stitches.
• bobbin case : the compartment that holds the bobbin and provides tension for the bobbin thread.
• presser foot : a small foot-shaped attachment that holds fabric flat while the needle stitches through it.
• tension discs : discs that control the amount of tension on the upper thread.
• feed dog lever : a lever that raises and lowers the feed dogs.
• hand wheel : a wheel on the side of the machine that allows you to manually move the needle up and down.
• bobbin winder : a mechanism that winds thread onto the bobbin.
• foot pedal : a pedal that you press with your foot to control the speed of the sewing machine.
• needle clamp : the part that holds the needle in place.
• face plate : the cover on the front of the machine that provides access to internal parts.
• light : a small lamp on the machine that illuminates the sewing area.