TLE 7 Name___________________________________ Score ____________ 2nd Q

MODULE
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Nail Care Tools, Materials, and Equipment

Sewing Tools and Equipment

Sewing equipment different tools are used in garment construction. The skillful use of the different sewing equipment will
help take body measurement and drafting pattern with accuracy and speed. Success in sewing calls for the right tools at the right
time. All tools must be appropriate in a proper order and one must know how to use them to save time and produce the best result.
Measuring Tools
 Tape Measure. A flexible measuring device used in taking body measurements. The front has the measurement of 150
centimeters and 60 inches on the other side. Fiberglass tape is commonly used by dressmakers.
 Sewing Gauge. A small ruler with a sliding guide and is about six inches long. This gauge is used for measurements at hem
lines, button holes and areas where other small measurements require checking, such as pleats and tucks. The gauge is
usually made of metal or plastic.
 Rulers. A ruler measuring 12 inches or even 18 inches, either clear or solid. It is a useful tool to have for measuring and
drawing straight seam lines and cutting lines. It also aids in connecting lines. A clear ruler is also a good tool for marking
buttonholes.
 Yardstick. A yardstick is made of smooth, shellacked hardwood or metal. It is used for marking hemlines and checking
grainlines when laying out the pattern.
 L-square. The tailor square or "L" is used to transfer measurements to the draft pattern. It also divides the garment into the
desired measurement. It has perfect squares and is useful in making straight lines and numbers. It can also function as a tape
measure. It has two arms connected perpendicularly.
a. The longer arm is twenty-four (24) inches long.
b. The shorter arm is fourteen (14) inches long.
 French Curve. This is used to shape the depth of the neck hole and armhole of the pattern.
Cutting Tools
Cutting tools are instruments that serve well if properly maintained. Sharp cutting tools make clean cuts and well-defined
notches and they do not damage fabric. On the other hand, dull tools slow the cutting process, and make your hand and wrist
tire easily. Sewing cutting tools should not be used for another household task. Cutting tools must be sharpened regularly and
the joints are oiled occasionally for better use.
 Bent-handled dressmaker’s shears. These are made of quality steel and hold a sharp cutting edge. The blades move easily
and cut smoothly along the entire length and the points should come together. Shears have the length of 7- 12 inches and
are satisfactory for most apparel fabrics.
a. All steels, chrome-plated shears are for heavy duty cutting
b. Stainless steel blades and plastic handles are fine for lightweight fabrics
c. A serrated edge shears give maximum cutting control and is used for synthetic fibers and slippery knits
 Pinking Shears. This is popular in zigzagging or scalloped edge or for seam finishes. This is used to finish seams and raw
edges and to create decorative edges on many types of fabric. It cuts a ravel-resistant edge. This is not satisfactory for
straight cutting.
 Cutting scissors
a. Trimming scissor. It is 3-4 inches long. It is used for trimmings, clipping threads and snipping slashes.
b. Embroidery scissor. It has 4-5 inches finely tapered blades. Both points are sharp for use in working with fine
details in delicate fabrics and in embroidery work.
c. Buttonhole scissor. This is intended for making buttonholes.
 Thread Clippers. Thread clippers are a handy little spring-loaded cutting tool that allows for the snipping of threads. These
clippers are specifically used to snip threads and they are not designed to cut fabric.
 Seam Ripper. Seam rippers are specifically designed for ripping out stitches from seams, either as a result of an error or
during alterations. They should be used carefully to prevent damage to the fabric.
 Rotary Cutter and Mat. It is an adaptation of the giant rotary cutter used by the garment industry. It works like a pizza
cutter and can be used by left or right-handed sewers. The rotary cutter is available in different sizes with different blades.
When using a rotary cutter, work on a cutting mat to protect the blade and the cutting surface
Marking Tools
Marking tools are required for transferring pattern markings to garment fabric pieces and for making alterations on
garments.
 Chalk Pencils/Dressmaker Pencil. This is available in white or pastel shades. This chalk pencil is used to make fine lines
on fabric. It has an erasing brush at one end.
 Liquid Marking Pen. Liquid marking pens come in two types. There is one that washes out and one that fades after 48
hours. Those that wash out should not be used on fabric that show water marks. The mark should be removed before
pressing the fabric.
 Tailor’s Chalk. This is essential as a marker for use on materials. Tailor ‘s chalk is available in a range of colors and is
Removed by brushing.
 Wax chalk. This is available in black or white and is used for woolen fabrics. Wax can be removed by pressing.
 Tracing Wheel. There are two types of tracing wheels, those with a serrated edge and those with a smooth edge. The
serrated edge wheel produces dots on the fabric and is suitable for most types of fabrics. The smooth edge wheel is best for
 delicate fabrics and unlike the serrated edge will not pierce more delicate fabrics. The smooth edge wheel creates a solid
line.
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 Dressmaker’s Carbon Paper. Dressmaker ‘s carbon paper also called dressmaker ‘s tracing paper is a specially waxed
carbon paper that transfer ‘s the tracing wheel ‘s markings to the fabric. A color of tracing paper should be chosen that is
close to the color of the fabric.
Pinning and Sewing Tools
 Pincushion. A pincushion holds the straight pins and needles while working to prevent accidents.
 Hand Needle. Used in making temporary stitches and buttonholes. Sizes of 7 to 10 are for general hand sewing.
 Sewing Needle Threader. It aids in putting the thread to the needle. It consists of two parts. The handle and the wire. The
end of the wire that is away from the holder is folded. Place the folded wire of the needle threader through the eye of the
sewing needle.
 Thimble. A small hard pitted cup worn for protection on the finger that pushes the needle in sewing.
Materials
 The fabric is the cloth used in making garments. The plain cotton fabrics, flour sack or catcha is the most appropriate
material for beginners because these are very easy to handle.
 The thread is used in assembling or constructing the parts of the garment. Threads vary in sizes. Heavy fabrics need
stronger threads. Threads should have the same color with that of the fabric used.
FT1. Identify the following.
___________________1. This is used to chain loops for buttons and other similar structures.
___________________2. A wooden L-shaped device used for measuring and dividing lines in drafting patterns.
___________________3. A tool used by dressmakers in cutting fabrics.
___________________4. It is used for pushing the needle into the cloth for easy sewing.
___________________5. They are used for general cutting.
___________________6. They are small scissors used in trimming stray threads.
___________________7. A measuring tool used to measure “you”.
___________________8. A sewing material that makes the thread stronger and also works as a lubricant.
___________________9. How many inches is one complete tape measure?
___________________10. It is used to transfer markings from the paper pattern to the fabric, leaving dotted imprints on the cloth.
___________________11. How long is the handle of a tracing wheel?
___________________12. It is used to remove rust and dullness of pins and needles.
___________________13. A flat board where the fabric is laid out and cut.
___________________14. Usually used for marking hemline or the lines formed by the lower end of clothes.
___________________15. These have an eraser or brush that allows you to remove marks from the fabric.
FT2. Encircle the letter of the best answer.
1. What sewing tool is used to hold the straight pins and needles while working to prevent accident?
A. Pincushion B. Hand needle C. Thimble D. Sewing needle threader
2. Which of the following cutting tools is satisfactory to be used for most apparel fabrics?
A. Pinking shears B. Bent-handled dressmaker’s shears C. Embroidery scissors D. Trimming scissors
3. Which one is intended for making buttonholes?
A. Trimming scissors B. Embroidery scissors C. Buttonhole scissors D. Cutting scissors
4. What measuring tool used in dressmaking is appropriate to be used in taking body measurements?
A. Tape measure B. Sewing gauge C. L-square D. Yardstick
5. Which of the following tools has perfect square and is useful in making straight lines?
A. Yardstick B. Ruler C. French curve D. L-square
6. What measuring tool measures 12 inches or even 18 inches and can be used for drawing straight lines and cutting lines?
A. Yardstick B. L-square C. Ruler D. Sewing gauge
7. Which of the given marking tools is essential as a marker to be used on materials?
A. Chalk pencils B. Wax chalk C. Marking chalk D. Tailor’s chalk
8. What dressmaking tools is used to shape the depth of the neck hole and armhole of the pattern?
A. Hip curve B. French curve C. L-square D. T-square
9. Which one is the tool used to snip threads and it is NOT designed to cut fabric?
A. Seam Ripper B. Thread clippers C. Rotary Cutter D. Cutting Scissors
10. What sewing tool is described as a small hard pitted cup worn for protection on the finger that pushes the needle in sewing?
A. Thimble B. Seam
ripper C. Thread clipper
D. Rotary cutter
FT3. Label the following tools and
classify each according to usage.
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