Sewing Machine Parts

Front

Moves the take-up lever and needle up and down.

Back

hand wheel

Front

Allows the machine to operate

Back

On/Off switch

Front

Holds upper thread: Bobbin, Needles, Spool pins, Handle

Back

Spool pins

Front

Controls the thread as it goes through the needle

Back

Thread take up lever

Front

Holds fabric in place when sewing

Back

Presser Foot

Front

Regulates pressure on the threads. This should not be moved in beginner sewing.

Back

Tension control

Front

Raises and lowers the presser foot

Back

Presser Foot Lifter

Front

Moves fabric under the presser foot

Back

Feed dogs

Front

Has lines to measure and sew straight. **The part on this picture that is metal and has numbers**

Back

Throat plate

Front

Adjusts how long the stitches are

Back

Stitch Length Control