Sewing Machine Parts
Clutch Knob
Place: Inside hand wheel
Definition: When pulled out, stops needle from moving
Hand Wheel
Place: On the top right outside of machine
Definition: Raises and lowers the needle
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Bobbin
Place: Inside needle plate
Definition: Provides the bottom thread
Needle Clamp
Place: Black screw above the needle
Definition: Keeps needle in place
Bobbin Case
Place: Underneath bobbin cover
Definition: Where the FILLED bobbin drops in
Feed Dogs
Place: Underneath the presser foot
Definition: Moves fabric along while sewing
Needle Plate
Place: Metal cover on base of machine
Definition: Where the fabric goes while sewing
Presser Foot
Place: Below the needle
Definition: Holds fabric against feed dogs
Thread Take Up Lever
Place: Metal hook to the right of light bulb
Definition: Pulls thread back after each stitch to prevent tangles
Bobbin Winder Spindle
Place: Top of machine, far right
Definition: Winds thread from spool to bobbin
Bobbin Winder Stopper
Place: Right next to the bobbin winder spindle
Definition: Automatically stops the bobbin from winding when full
Reverse Lever
Place: Lower right of machine
Definition: Allows you to stitch in reverse, making seams stronger
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Pattern Selector
Place: Middle right of machine
Definition: Determines what kind of stitch
Stitch Length Selector
Place: Top right of machine
Definition: Determines length of stitch (2.5)
Bobbin Cover Switch
Place: To the right of the bobbin cover
Definition: Opens the bobbin cover
Bobbin Cover
Place: In front of the presser foot
Definition: Covers the bobbin case
Presser Foot Lifter
Place: Behind the presser foot
Definition: Lifts and lowers the presser foot against the feed dogs
Spool Pin + Cap
Place: Top middle of machine
Definition: Holds thread and keeps it in place