Technology and

Livelihood Education
Quarter 0 – Module 1:
Home Economics – Dressmaking
Sewing Tools and Equipment

CO_Q2_TLE 8_ Module 1
Technology and Livelihood Education – Grade 8 Dressmaking
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 2 – Module 1: Sewing Tools and Equipment
First Edition, 2020

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Technology and
Livelihood Education
Quarter 2 – Module 1:
Home Economics – Dressmaking
Sewing Tools and Equipment
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

Welcome to the Technology and Livelihood Education Grade 8 Alternative Delivery

Mode (ADM) Module on 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.

For the learner:

Welcome to the Technology and Livelihood Education Grade 8 Alternative Delivery

Mode (ADM) Module on 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.

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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.

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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.

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.

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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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Lesson
Use of Sewing Tools and
1 Equipment

This lesson is important because it will provide you with knowledge and
skills in using sewing tools and equipment properly. To make the work easy, you
should have a complete set of sewing tools in your sewing box and a friendly sewing
machine to make the work done.

What I Need to Know

This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help
you master the basics of Dressmaking. The language used recognizes the diverse
vocabulary level of students. The lessons are arranged to follow the standard
sequence of the course. But the order in which you read them can be changed to
correspond with the textbook you are now using.

The module is divided into two lessons, namely:

Lesson 1 – Use of Sewing Tools and Equipment (TLE_HEDM7/8UT-Oa-b-1)
Lesson 2 – Types and uses of Sewing machines

After going through this module, you are expected to:

• Identify sewing tools and equipment
• Classify sewing machines
• Select appropriate measuring tools

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What I Know

Directions: Read the statement carefully and write the correct answer in your TLE
activity notebook.
1. What cutting tool will you use if you are going to cut the cloth?
A. scissors
B. shears
C. seam ripper
D. all of the above
2. Which of the following dressmaking tools does NOT belong to the group?
A. tape measure
B. ruler
C. meter stick
D. L-square
3. If you want to draft a pattern, which among the group of tools will you need?
A. pencil, ruler, and tape measure
B. L-square, scissors, and pins
C. drafting paper, pin cushion, and tailor's chalk
D. meter stick, pencil, and seam ripper
4. Ms. Bea Julia wants to measure the width and length of their window so she
can make a new curtain in preparation for the holiday season, which
measuring tool will she need?
A. French curve
B. hip curve
C. seam gauge
D. tape measure
5. Gerald Roberts has already finished his pattern for a pajama; he wants to add
an allowance for cutting, what tool will he need to use to measure the
allowance?
A. seam gauge
B. ruler
C. pins
D. hip curve
6. It is a tool which measures 12 -18 inches and can be used for drawing straight
lines and cutting lines
A. Yardstick
B. buttonhole scissor
C. ruler
D. French curve

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7. This tool is used to shape the depth of the neck hole and the armhole of the
pattern.
A. French curve
B. ruler
C. tape measure
D. trimming scissor
8. To prevent your fingers from pricking while sewing, what sewing tool will you
use?
A. thimble
B. sewing gauge
C. seam ripper
D. fabric
9. This sewing machine is also called ―Domestic Sewing Machine‖.
A. lockstitch sewing machine
B. double-needle sewing machine
C. hi-speed sewing machine
D. buttonholer machine
10. What sewing machine will you use in making fancy stitches to decorate
garments and apparel?
A. hi-speed locked machine
B. bartacking machine
C. embroidery machine
D. sewing machine
11. Which among the following tools belong to drafting classification?
A. sewing gauge
B. hip curve
C. seam ripper
D. fabric
12. In taking body measurements, which among the following tools will you use?
A. sewing gauge
B. tape measure
C. ruler
D. scissors
13. What sewing tool will you use when you hold the cloth in place when cutting?
A. pin cushion
B. needles
C. pins
D. ruler
14. If you want to reinforce the opening and closing of your pockets, what type of
sewing machine will you use?
A. lockstitch sewing machine
B. bartacking sewing machine
C. hi-speed sewing machine
D. buttonholer machine
15. How would you use your pincushion?
A. draw lines
B. cut cloth
C. take body measurements
D. keep pins

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What’s In

Activity 1. Word Pool

Directions: The box below contains a list of different tools and equipment usually
used in Home Economics, as discussed in your previous lessons. Pick the tools
which you think are useful and essential in the dressmaking component. Let us see
if you can get at least ten (10) correct answers. Write your answers on your TLE
activity notebook.

Tape Measure Nipper Tailor’s Square Drinking glass

Hip curve Nail brush Table spoon

Ruler Rolling pin Meter stick

Pin cushion Nail File Thimble Gas Stove

Pencil Needle Chopping board

Shears Bed pan Scissors Measuring cup

Saucers Plates Molder Pins

Nail cutter Towel Hair comb Sewing Machine

French curve Meat tenderizer Cake slicer

Tailor’s chalk Knife

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What’s New

Sewing is a skilled craft. To become skillful in this field, it needs proper

orientation and understanding of the essential tools and equipment to produce
excellent output.

Before we proceed to our lesson, let us first assess your prior knowledge
about the tools and equipment used in dressmaking by answering activity 1.

Activity 1. Testing My Skills

Directions: Answer the following questions. Use your activity notebook to write your
responses.

1. What do you think is the difference between tools and equipment?

__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________.

2. Give examples of:

a. tools
1.
2.
3.
4.
b. classes of sewing machine
1.
2.
3.
4.
3. How would you classify the tools according to uses?
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

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What is It

Sewing tools and equipment are important elements in constructing dresses.

Knowing the appropriate tools and equipment makes your task easier. Your sewing
machine and your sewing aids/tools should be selected as carefully as possible to
have a good performance output and long-lasting satisfaction.

What are sewing tools? ________________________________________________

Can you name sewing tools found at home? ____________________________
What is an equipment used in dressmaking? __________________________
In the next discussion, you will be informed on the sewing tools and
equipment in making dresses. Sewing tools are a handheld device that aids in
accomplishing the task while equipment are machines and power tools that you
need for a particular job or activity.

LO1. Sewing Tools and Equipment and their Uses

1.2 Identification of Sewing Tools:

I. Measuring Tools. These are devices used in dressmaking to measure the body,
fabric, seams, distances, and many more.

1. Tape Measure. It is used to measure

distances and to take body
measurements. It measures 150
centimeters in the front side and 60
inches on the other side.

Image captured by Isidra Moral

2. Sewing Gauge. This is used to measure

small hem areas and short distances like
Image captured by Nancy Belle
hem folds, seam allowance, buttonholes, https://www.flickr.com/photos

pleats, and tucks.

3. Ruler. This is used to connect two points

in drawing straight lines. It may be made
of clear plastic or shellacked wood.

Image captured by: Isidra Moral

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4. Meter stick or Yardstick. This is used
to measure fabric length by yard or
meter

Image captured by: Isidra Moral

II. Drafting Tools. These tools are used to draft patterns, draw lines, shape
edges and other parts of the garment.

1. L-Square. This tool is an aluminum

ruler with 90 degrees angle used to
draw perpendicular lines and to
measure off parallel lines.
Image captured by: Isidra Moral

2. Hip Curve. This tool is used to shape the

hipline and other areas of garments that
need to be curved.

Image captured by: Isidra Moral

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3. French Curve. This tool is used to

connect arcs and semi-circles, such as
the neckline, armholes, and collar. It is
either made of flat metal or wood.

Image captured by: Isidra Moral

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III. Cutting Tools. These group of tools are used to cut fabrics, pattern papers,
and excess threads.

1. Shears. These tools are used for cutting fabric, paper and other
materials.

1.a. Cutting shears. This tool is best for

cutting fabrics, usually 7-12 inches long.

Image captured by: Isidra Moral

1.b. Pinking shears. This is used to finish

seams and raw edges and to create
decorative edges on many types of fabric.

Image by: Eredien

https://www.flickr.com/photos
2. Scissors. These are used for cutting
excess fabrics of a seam, hanging threads, and other purposes. It is made
of plastic with metal or all metal.

2.1 Buttonhole scissors. These are used for

cutting buttonholes.

Image by: Taylor's Eye Witness

https://commons.wikimedia.org

2.2. Embroidery scissors. It is a sharp pointed

scissors usually 4-5 inches long used in
cutting fine delicate cloth and thread in
embroidery work.

Image by: katinkaknits

https://www.flickr.com/photos

3. Seam ripper. This tool is intended for taking or

ripping out stitches of a seam.

Image captured by: Isidra Moral

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4. Thread Clipper. This tool is specifically used to
snip threads and they are not designed to cut
fabric.

Image by: pursehappygal

https://www.flickr.com/photos

IV. Marking Tools. These tools are used for transferring pattern markings to the
fabric pieces.

1. Tailor’s chalk. It is used to mark the fabric. It

comes from a variety of colors.

Image by: louisemakesstuff

https://www.flickr.com/photos

2. Tracing wheel. It is used to transfer the

marks of the pattern to the cloth.

Image by: The MacKay Way

https://www.flickr.com/photos

3. Dressmaker’s carbon paper. It is paired with

the tracing wheel to transfer the marks from
the pattern paper to the cloth.

Image captured by: Isidra Moral

V. Sewing Aids. These tools help makes sewing job easier and productive. They
are usually used when cutting and sewing.

1. Pin. It is used to fasten two or three

materials together.

Image captured by: Isidra Moral

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2. Pincushion. It is used to hold pins and
needles to prevent them from scattering in
the workplace.

Image captured by: Isidra Moral

3. Hand needles. These are used for temporary

stitches, hemming, and other sewing purposes.

Image captured by: Isidra Moral

4. Thimble. This tool looks like a small cup placed

on the tip of the middle finger to protect from
pricking while sewing. It is made of metal or
plastic.

Image by: Creative Tools

https://www.flickr.com/photos

5. Threader. This tool is used to insert the thread

through the needle.

Image captured by: Isidra Moral

LO1.2 Classification of Sewing Machines

1. Lockstitch Sewing Machine. This

machine is used for stitching light and
moderately heavy fabrics. It is called
―Domestic Sewing Machine and is run
by foot and may also be converted to
an electric power machine. It is
usually used in homes and sometimes
in school.

Image captured by: Isidra Moral

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2. Hi-Speed Lockstitch Sewing Machine.
This type of sewing machine has an
automatic lubrication and is
commonly used by tailors and
dressmakers. It is usually called a
straight stitching machine or
industrial sewing machine.

Image captured by: Isidra Moral

3. Over Edging Machine. This machine

is used to finish the raw edges of the
material or dresses.

Image captured by: Isidra Moral

4. Embroidery Machine. This machine is

used for making different kinds of
fancy stitches and create patterns to
decorate garments and apparel.
Examples include designs on quilts,
pillows, Barong Tagalog, pillowcases,
linen, and other novelty items.

Image by: Littlelixie

https://www.flickr.com/photos

5. Button Holer Machine. This is used in

making buttonholes on garments.

Image by: lumachrome

https://www.flickr.com/photos

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6. Button Attachment Machine. This
machine is intended for attaching
buttons to the garments.

Photo illustrated by: Rey Moral

7. Double Needle Machine. This machine

is usually used in the construction of
the different kinds of clothing,
especially for the inseam, outseam,
and side seam.

Image by: Most Craft

https://www.flickr.com/photos

8. Bartacking Machine. This machine is

used in reinforcing the opening and
closing of pockets

Photo illustrated by: Rey Moral

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What’s More

Activity 1. “Pick Me Up”

Directions: The following tools are commonly used in dressmaking. Group them
according to their classification and give their functions. Write your answers on
your TLE activity notebook using the format below:

Tape measure Pins L-square

Threader Ruler Meter stick
Thimble Pincushion French curve
Shears Sewing gauge Dressmakers
Tailor’s chalk Seam ripper carbon paper
Tracing wheel Scissors Hand needle
Hip curve

Tools Functions
Measuring Tools
1.
2.
3.
Cutting Tools
1.
2.
3.
Drafting Tools
1.
2.
3.
Marking Tools
1.
2.
3.
Sewing Aids
1.
2.
3

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Activity 2: Fill me Up.
Directions: Complete the puzzle by filling in with the correct sewing tools used in
dressmaking. Use the clues provided in the “across” and “down” columns to fill out
the puzzle spaces with the appropriate word. Write your answers in your activity
notebook.

7 8

across

down

Across Down
2. Used to rip off wrong stitches 1. Used to draw arcs and semi-circle
and to shape the neckline
5. Used to hold the material when 2. A cutting tool used to trim excess
cutting and sewing fabric seams and hanging
threads
6. Used with a carbon paper to 3. Used to take body measurements
transfer the marks from the
pattern to the fabric.
7. A tool used when cutting the cloth 4. Used to shape the hipline
8. Used to connect short distances
9. A measuring tool used to measure
the fabric length

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Activity 3: “What’s my purpose”
Directions: Tell the uses and function of the different classes of sewing machines.
Use your activity notebook to record your answers.

Sewing machine parts Function

1. Lockstitch Sewing Machine

2. Embroidery Machine
3. Bar tacking Machine
4. Hi-Speed Lockstitch Sewing
Machine
5. Button Attachment Machine
6. Over Edging Machine

What I Have Learned

Activity 1.

Directions: Complete the clauses below with your perception, opinion, or insights
about the sewing tools and equipment.

What I learned…
______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

What I can do…

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

What I understand about …

______________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________

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What I Can Do

Activity 1. “Draw me.”

Directions: In a short bond paper, draw the following tools used in dressmaking.
Label your drawing properly then write the function of each tool.
1. L-square
2. Hip curve
3. Shears
4. Ruler
5. Tape measure
6. Seam ripper

Your output will be rated using the following criteria:

Criteria Students Rating Teachers Rating

Quality of work (5 pts)

Creativity and Artistry (5 pts)
Correctness as to the description (5 pts)
Total

Rubrics for Performance

Criteria Excellent Good Fair Poor Very Poor
5 4 3 2 1
1. Quality of The drawing The drawing The drawing The drawing The
work is very neat, is neat, and is, neat and is not so drawing is
clean, and clean, but clean, but neat and not correct
shows no shows 1-2 shows 3-4 clean and and has
error errors errors noted to lots of error
have 5 of
errors
2.Creativity The drawing The drawing The drawing The drawing The
and Artistry shows a high reflects slightly shows little drawing
level of originality reflects evidence of shows no
originality originality originality evidence of
originality
3.Correctness The drawing The drawing The drawing The drawing The
as to the is labeled is labeled is labeled is labeled drawing is
description correctly completely completely completely labeled but
and perfectly but was but was but was with lots of
noted to noted to noted to mistakes
have 1- 2 have 3 - 4 have 5 - 6
mistakes mistakes mistakes

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Activity 2. Sewing Machine Operation

Directions: Practice machine stitching on a piece of cloth. Trace the design below
and try to stitch the lines.

Figure 1

Figure 2

Figure 3

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Assessment

Directions: Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the letter of your answer on
a separate sheet of paper.

1. What cutting tool will you use if you are going to cut the cloth?
A. shears C. seam ripper
B. scissors D. all of the above
2. Which of the following dressmaking tools does NOT belong to the group?
A. tape measure
B. ruler
C. meter stick
D. L-square
3. If you want to draft a pattern, which among the group of tools will you need?
A. pencil, ruler, and tape measure
B. tailors square, and scissors, pins
C. drafting paper, pin cushion, and tailors chalk
D. meter stick, pencil, and seam ripper
4. Ms. Bea Julia wants to measure the width and length of their window so she
can make a new curtain in preparation for the holiday season, which measuring
tool will she need?
A. French curve
B. hip curve
C. seam gauge
D. tape measure
5. Gerald Roberts has already finished his pattern for a pajama; he wants to add
an allowance for cutting, what tool will he need to use to measure the
allowance?
A. seam gauge
B. ruler
C. pins
D. hip curve
6. It measures 12 -18 inches and can be used for drawing straight lines and
cutting lines
A. Yardstick
B. button hole scissor
C. ruler
D. French curve
7. This tool is used to shape the depth of the neck hole and the armhole of the
pattern.
A. French curve
B. ruler
C. tape measure
D. trimming scissor

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8. To prevent your fingers from pricking while sewing, what sewing tool will you
use?
A. sewing gauge
B. thimble
C. seam ripper
D. fabric
9. What sewing machine will you use in making fancy stitches to decorate
garments and apparel?
A. hi-speed locked machine
B. bartacking machine
C. embroidery machine
D. sewing machine
10. This machine is also called ―Domestic Sewing Machine‖.
A. lockstitch sewing machine
B. double needle sewing machine
C. hi-speed sewing machine
D. buttonholer machine
11. Which among the following tools belong to drafting classification?
A. hip curve
B. sewing gauge
C. seam ripper
D. fabric
12. When measuring, you need the following tools except one, which is not
included?
A. tape measure
B. sewing gauge
C. ruler
D. fabric
13. What sewing tool will you use when you hold the cloth in place when cutting?
A. pin cushion
B. needles
C. pins
D. ruler
14. How would you use your pin cushion?
A. draw lines
B. keep pins
C. take body measurements
D. cut cloth
15. If you want to reinforce the opening and closing of your pockets, what type of
sewing machine will you use?
A. lockstitch sewing machine
B. embroidery sewing machine
C. hi-speed sewing machine
D. bar tacking sewing machine

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Additional Activities

Activity 1. Fill in the blocks

Directions. Given below are blocks to be filled up with the right words. Read each
clue then complete the blanks with the correct letter to form the correct word.

1. Which measuring tool will you use if you measure small hem areas and short
distances like hem folds and seams?

S A G E

2. To protect your finger from being pricked by a needle while sewing, you have to
use what sewing tool?

I B E

3. Type of sewing machine which finishes the raw edges of the pattern for
construction.

E E I G M I N

4. A tool which is used to measure the length of the fabric.

Y R S C

5. What is that sewing tool which is used to hold pins and needles to prevent it
from scattering in the workplace?

I C S I N

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Activity 2. Browse Me

Directions: Have a research on the different types of sewing machines as discussed

in our module. Study the features and their details. Report your findings to your
teacher through online or face-to-face mode if applicable.

Guide Questions:

1. What have you observed regarding its applications?

________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________

2. How would you describe its uses?

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

3. Were you amazed by its feature? Why?

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

4. If given a chance to operate those sewing machines, which would you

prefer?
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________

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Assessment What I Know What’s New What I Know
1. A Activity 1 1. B
2. D Measuring tools: 1. Tools are handheld devices 2. D
3. A 1. Tape measure while equipment are the 3. A
4. D 2. Ruler machines needed to do a 4. D
5. A 3. Meterstick particular job. 5. A
6. C 6. C
7. A Cutting: 2. a. 7. A
8. B 1. Scissors 1. L-square 8. A
9. C 2. Shears 2. Ruler 9. A
10. A 3. Seam ripper 3. Hip curve 10. C
11. A 4. Tape measure 11. B
12. D Drafting tools: 5. Pins 12. B
13. C 1. L-square 13. C
14. B 2. Hip curve 2. b. 14. B
15. D 3. French curve 1. lockstitch machine 15. D
2. bartacking machine
Additional Marking tools: 3. hi-speed SM
Activities: 1. Tailors chalk 4. buttonholer machine
1. Seam Gauge 2. Tracing wheel 5. embroidery machine
2. Thimble 3. Carbon paper
3. Over Edging 3.1. Measuring tools
Machine Sewing Aids: 2. Drafting tools
4. Yardstick 1. Pins 3. Cutting tools
5. Pincushion 2. Pincushion 4. Marking tools
3. Hand needle 5. Sewing aids
What’s More What’s In
Activity 2 “Fill Me Up” Crossword answer key: Tape measure
Tailor’s square
Hip curve
Ruler
Meterstick
Pincushion
Thimble
Pencil
Shears
Scissors
Pins
Sewing Machine
French Curve
Tailor’s chalk
Activity 3 What’s my Purpose:
1. Lockstitch Sewing Machine – Used for stitching light and moderately heavy
fabrics.
2. Embroidery Machine – used for making fancy stitches
3. Bartacking Machine – this is used in reinforcing the opening and closing of
pockets
4. Hi-Speed Lockstitch Sewing Machine – sometimes called straight stitching
sewing machine and industrial sewing machine
5. Button Attachment – this is used in attaching buttons to the garment
6. Over Edging Machine – it finishes the raw edges of the pattern for construction
What I Have Learned
Activity 1 Varied answers
Answer Key
References
BOOK

Uses of Sewing Tools and Equipment and Images: Home Economics (HE) – Dressmaking
/Tailoring, Department of Education

K to 12 Technology and Livelihood Education: Dressmaking/Tailoring Manual. Department

of Education

Technology and Home Economics IV: Home Technology Clothing II, Department of
Education

Competency-Based Learning Material Garment NC II, TESDA

INTERNET

“Buttonholer Sewing Machines,” by lumachrome is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0

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2020

“Buttonholer Scissors Image,” by Taylor's Eye Witness is licensed under CC BY 4.0

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“Double Needle Sewing Machine,” by Most Craft is licensed under CC BY 2.0

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20, 2020

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“Pinking Shears,” by Eredien is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0

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2020

“Tailors Chalk Image,” by louisemakesstuff is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0

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2020

“Tracing Wheel Image,” by The MacKay Way is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
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“Thimble Image,” by Creative Tools is licensed under CC BY 2.0

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2020

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