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Chapter 33 Sewing Basics
Section 33.1 Sewing Essentials
• Know and learn how to use basic equipment and
tools to help you complete almost any sewing
project.
• Sewing is a step-by-step process, from choosing
supplies to completing each task.
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Content Vocabulary
bobbin
serger
notions
selvage
grain
pattern guide sheet
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Academic Vocabulary
baste
alter
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
• Basic sewing equipment includes a sewing
machine, a serger, and a few other tools.
• Most sewing machines have the same basic parts
and operate in the same way
serger
A machine that sews, trims,
and finishes a fabric edge in
one step
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
• There is a wide range in the complexity of
functions sewing machines can perform
• Essential skills to learn before you use a sewing
machine include: wind the bobbin, thread the
machine, and choose needles.
bobbin
A small metal or plastic
spool positioned beneath the
needle on a sewing
machine.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
• Machine stitches include
the regular, basting,
reinforcement, and
zigzag stitch.
• A serger sews, trims, and
finishes an edge in one
step.
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Finding Your Size and Pattern
• Most sewing projects start with choosing a
pattern, which contains instructions and paper
shapes to guide your project.
• Have someone help you take your
measurements.
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Finding Your Size and Pattern
• The pattern envelope recommends fabrics, how
much to buy, and any notions you may need
notions
The smaller supplies
necessary to complete a
sewing project.
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Choosing and Preparing Fabric
• Selvages, the finished side edge of the fabric,
should line up on the cutting table.
• Washable fabrics should be washed and dried
before using to avoid shrinkage.
selvage
The finished edge of fabric.
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Using a Pattern
• A pattern guide sheet contains specific
instructions for cutting and sewing the project.
• Symbols and lines on the pattern indicate where
to cut the fabric, the placing of buttonholes and
pockets, and fold marks.
pattern guide sheet
A sheet in a sewing pattern
that gives specific instructions
for cutting and sewing the
project.
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Using a Pattern
• Symbols and lines on the pattern indicate where
to cut the fabric, the placing of buttonholes and
pockets, and fold marks.
• Most times, you will need to alter a pattern in
width or length to fit exactly your body
measurement.
alter
Change.
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Using a Pattern
• Lay out the pattern and position pattern pieces on
the fabric carefully before pinning them down.
• Use sharp shears to cut the fabric.
• Transfer the key construction systems on your
pattern to your garment with a tracing wheel and
tracing paper or special pens, tailor’s chalk, pins,
or thread in order to sew accurately.
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Chapter 33 Sewing Basics
Section 33.2 Sewing Methods
• It is typical to use a basic sewing machine for
most sewing projects, then use hand stitching for
the finishing steps.
• You can use basic machine- or hand-sewing
skills to make repairs and alterations on clothing.
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Chapter 33 Sewing Basics
Content Vocabulary
staystitching
facing
dart
sew-through button
shank button
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Academic Vocabulary
gauge
refurbish
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Machine Sewing
• Basic sewing techniques are used for
staystitching, directional stitching, seams, facings,
and darts.
facing
staystitching
A row of regular machine
stitches through a single
layer of fabric.
A shaped piece of fabric
used to finish the raw edge
of a garment.
dart
A triangular fold used to give
shape to a garment.
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Machine Sewing
• Staystitching is a row of
regular machine
stitches through a single
layer of fabric.
• A facing is a shaped
piece of fabric used to
finish the raw edge of a
garment.
• A dart is a triangular
fold used to help shape
a garment.
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Hand Sewing
• Some sewing projects require hand stitching,
such as hemming.
• Most fasteners, such as buttons, snaps, and
hooks and eyes, need to be attached by hand.
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Hand Sewing
• Buttons may be sew-through, with two or four
holes, or a shank button, with a built-in loop for
attaching.
shank button
A button with a built-in loop on
the back.
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Repairs and Alterations
• With your sewing skills, you can repair simple
tears, make alterations, or sew on buttons.
• It is best to fix garments before laundering or
cleaning them
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Chapter 33 Sewing Basics
Chapter Summary
Section 33.1
Sewing Essentials
• Learning to sew begins with learning to use
equipment and tools safely and appropriately.
• Two major tools are the sewing machine and the
serger.
• Before sewing, you must choose and prepare both
a pattern and fabric.
• Patterns can be altered to customize the fit.
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Chapter Summary
Section 33.2
Sewing Methods
• Basic machine sewing techniques include
directional stitching, staystitching, and making
seams, facings, and darts.
• Hand stitches are used for finishing steps, such as
hems and fasteners.
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Chapter Summary
Section 33.2
Sewing Methods
• With basic sewing skills, you can make many
simple repairs.
• Garments can be altered to change their fit or
style.
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Chapter 33 Sewing Basics
Review
Do you remember the vocabulary terms from this
chapter? Use the following slides to check your
knowledge of the definitions.
The slides in this section include both English
and Spanish terms and definitions.
Start
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bobbin
bobina
A small metal or plastic
spool positioned
beneath the needle on a
sewing machine.
Pequeño carrete de
metal o plástico que se
pone debajo de la aguja
en una máquina de
coser.
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serger
máquina fileteadora
A machine that sews,
trims, and finishes a
fabric edge in one step
Máquina que cose,
recorta y termina el
orillo de la tela en un
solo paso.
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notions
artículos de mercería
The smaller supplies
necessary to complete a
sewing project.
Los artículos pequeños
que se necesitan para
terminar un proyecto de
cocido.
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selvage
orillo de la tela
The finished edge of
fabric.
El borde terminado de
una tela.
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grain
veteado
The directions in which
the lengthwise and
crosswise yarns run in a
fabric.
Las direcciones en que
las fibras de una tela
corren a lo largo y a lo
ancho.
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pattern guide sheet
hoja de patrón
A sheet in a sewing
pattern that gives
specific instructions for
cutting and sewing the
project.
Una hoja que da
instrucciones
específicas para cortar y
coser un proyecto de
costura
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staystitching
pespunte (sobrehilado)
A row of regular
machine stitches
through a single layer of
fabric.
Línea de puntadas de
máquina de coser a
través de una sola capa
de tela.
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facing
revestimiento (forro)
A shaped piece of fabric
used to finish the raw
edge of a garment.
Un pedazo de tela con
forma usado para
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dart
pinza
A triangular fold used to
give shape to a
garment.
Un pliegue triangular
que se usa para darle
forma a un vestido.
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sew-through button
botón con agujeros
A button with two or four
visible holes.
Un botón con dos o
cuatro agujeros.
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shank button
botón caña
A button with a built-in
loop on the back.
Botón que tiene una
presilla en la parte de
atrás.
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baste
hilvanar
Hold pieces of fabric
together temporarily.
Pegar temporalmente
pedazos de tela.
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alter
modificar
Change.
Cambiar.
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gauge
calcular
Measure the distance or
size or something.
Medir la distancia o el
tamaño.
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refurbish
remodelar
Repair or renovate.
Reparar o renovar.
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Chapter 33
The Amazing
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