Beginner Sewing Terms [Part 1]

This one is for the virgin sewers out there. My beginner clients receive a list of sewing terms to assist in their learning process. I thought it would be nice to share a few with you. 

Here is part 1, in a 3 part series of basic beginner sewing terms you should know.

Stitch Length

Each individual stitch is measured in millimetres. 2.5mm is the normal stitch length to hold a seam secure.

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Bobbin

Thread from the bobbin feeds the bottom of a sew line. One of two thread sources required to create a sew line. Bobbin is placed by hand into machine. 

Bobbins come in several heights, make sure you use the correct height for your machine.

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Spool

Thread used to thread the sewing machine and to fill the bobbin. One of two thread sources required to create a sew line.

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Hand Wheel

Used to manually sew or move machine needle out of project. Found on the right side of a machine, it should only be turned towards the user, never away.

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Presser Foot

Presser foot sits on top of seam being sewn. It gives enough pressure to hold project in place. Presser foot is controlled by a hand leaver on domestic sewing machines. 

Foot must stay up while threading machine, and must be placed down while sewing.

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Happy Sewing!
Photographed and written by Sheila Wong Studios