SAINT JOSEPH ACADEMY

OF SAN JOSE, BATANGAS INCORPORATED

JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

DRESSMAKING/TAILORING
EXPLORATORY COURSE
GRADE 7
INTRODUCTION AND COVERAGE

TLE for grade 7 learners is exploratory

courses focus on basic common competencies
that can able to develop every Filipino learner
with 21’st century skills to be prepared for work,
entrepreneurial concepts, skills development
and higher education.

For the 1st quarter, this module is focus

in dressmaking/tailoring which explore the
students an extraordinary learning about
dressmaking and brings enjoyable task that can
help them in their present as well as in the
future. At the end of this quarter learners
expected to learn independently and
collaborative by doing basic stitches and able
to see the significance of this course in their
lives.

People make careers out of studying clothing and fashion. Tailors and dressmakers are the people
who make clothing to wear.

Sewing can be a great hobby and you’ll never be sorry to learn how! By learning to sew you can get
to make something useful. Let us find out the basic concepts in dressmaking/tailoring.

CONTENT STANDARD

The learner demonstrates understanding in the use of sewing tools in dressmaking/tailoring

PERFORMANCE STANDARD

The learner independently uses tools in dressmaking/ tailoring.

. LESSON AND COVERAGE

Component Most Essential Learning Competencies (MELCS) No. of Days Module

Taught No.
Home Economics
Identify sewing tools and equipment and their uses
Use of sewing tools - Identify sewing tools and equipment
- Classify sewing machines 8 1-2
- Select appropriate measuring tools
Carrying out Obtain measurements
measurements and - Take accurate body measurements
calculations - Read and record required measurements

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Create design for - Apply the system of measurements

simple project Perform simple calculations based on the job 12 3-6
requirement
- Demonstrates accurate reading measurements
- Assess the appropriateness of design based on
the client’s features
- Read specifications
- Apply the principles of design and color
harmonies
Perform basic Clean and lubricate machine
maintenance - Observe proper handling and cleaning of the
machine
- Resolve common machine troubles 8 7-8
- Follow the safety procedures in machine
cleaning
- Perform regular maintenance schedules
Practice Identify and evaluate hazards and risks
Occupational Safety - Explain workplace hazards and risks
and Health - Identify hazards and risks in the workplace 4 9
- Explain the causes of hazards and risks

In this lesson, you will learn the following:

LESSON TITLE LEARNING COMPETENCIES MODULE NO.

Identify sewing tools and equipment and their uses

Use of sewing - Identify sewing tools and equipment
- Classify sewing machines 2
tools
Select appropriate measuring tools

MODULE MAP

For this quarter, basic concepts and theories are divided into 5 lessons. You will be using
basic tools for dressmaking/tailoring. Acquiring content or information is not enough, you will be
expected to demonstrate what you have learned by doing.

At the end of this quarter, you are expected to sew different kinds of stitches and understand the
importance of dressmaking to our everyday lives.

To give you an overview of the lesson, here is the simple module map of the above lesson that you
will cover:

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USE OF SEWING TOOLS CARRYOUT CREATE DESIGN FRO
MEASUREMENTS AND SIMPLE PROJECT
CALCULATIONS

PRACTICE OCCUPATIONAL PERFORM BASIC

SAFETY AND HEALTH MAINTENANCE

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EXPECTED SKILLS:
1. Classify sewing machine and its uses
2. Differentiate the two major parts of the sewing machine
3. Identify the parts of sewing machine and their functions
4. Understand the functions of the different parts of sewing machine

REMINDERS FOR THE LEARNERS:

 Read the instruction carefully before starting anything.
 Complete all the activities and worksheets. Follow instruction on how to submit them.
 Look up the meaning of the words that you do not know.
 You will frequently come across process questions as you go through different lessons. Use bond
paper or pad paper to write your answer to these questions. Keep it on your portfolio.

LEARNING TARGETS
1. I can classify sewing machine and its uses
2. I can differentiate the two major parts of the sewing machine
3. I can identify the parts of sewing machine and their functions
4. I can understand the functions of the different parts of sewing machine

LESSON 1: Use of Sewing Tools

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ACTIVITY 1: What’s your idea?

Instructions: Answer the questions.

1. What is your idea about sewing machine?

_______________________________________
2. Do you think it is important in dressmaking? Why?
_______________________________________

Classifying Sewing machine

Sewing machine is an equipment which is very indispensable in any sewing activity,

whether it be repairing, altering clothes, or recycling household article. It is a textile
machine used to sew, stitch fabrics and other materials together with thread and
needle. Special care should be given.

Well-selected sewing machine is essential for achieving good results. It should be

used correctly in accordance with the job requirements.

TYPES OF SEWING MACHINE FUNCTIONS

1. Lockstitch Sewing Machine This is usually used in homes and
sometimes in school. This is also
called Domestic Sewing
Machine. It is run by foot and
may also be converted to electric
power machine.

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2. Hi-Speed Lockstitch Sewing This is sometimes called

Machine
“Straight stitching machine”
or “Industrial sewing
machine”. It has automatic
lubrication and is used by tailors
and dressmakers.

Other companies call it Small

3. Over Edging Machine machine. It finishes the raw
edges of the pattern for
construction.

4. Embroidery Machine This is used in making fancy

stitches and in making different
kinds of embroidery stitches on
fabrics for the Barong Tagalog,
pillow cases, linen, handkerchiefs,
and other novelty items.

5. ButtonHoler Machine This is used in making

buttonholes on garments.

6. Button Attachment Machine This is used in attaching buttons

to the garments.

7. Double Needle Machine This is used in the construction of

the different kinds of clothing
especially for the inseam, out

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seam and side seam.

8. Bartacking Machine This is used in reinforcing the

opening and closing of pockets.

Processing Questions:

1. What are the different types of sewing machine?

2. Which type of the sewing machine is the most common? Why?

DIFFERENT PARTS OF SEWING MACHINE AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

The basic structure of sewing machine is the same whether it is hand- operated
sewing, treadle sewing machine or electric sewing machine. Let us continue the
discussion with the different parts of a lockstitch sewing machine and their functions.

Two Major Parts of the Lockstitch Sewing Machine The two major parts of the
lock stitch sewing machine are the upper parts and lower parts.

Upper Parts Lower Parts

The Upper Parts are composed of the following:

1. Head is the complete sewing machine without a cabinet or stand.

2. Arm is the curve part of the head containing mechanism for operating the
needle
3. Bed is the flat portion of the machine and beneath is the feed dog where it is mounted
and the shuttle and lower thread are placed.

ARM

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HEAD

BED

Parts of the Sewing Machine in the Arm and Head

1. Spool Pin is the thread holder.

2. Thread Guide keeps the thread in position.
3. Thread Take up Lever releases the thread and interlocks with the bobbin thread.
4. Presser bar lifter moves the presser foot.
5. Tension screw controls the looseness and tightness of stitches.
6. Needle Bar holds the needle in place.
7. Needle Clamp holds and tightens the needle.
8. Presser Foot holds the fabric in place while sewing.
9. Presser Bar a bar to which the presser foot of a sewing machine is attached.
10. Needle is a slender tool attached in the needle clamp used for sewing.
11. Bobbin Winder controls the bobbin while winding thread. It has three parts
namely:
a. Latch it fastens the bobbin in the spindle while winding the threads
b. Spindle is a slender rod by which the threads is twisted in a spinning wheel.
c. Rubber ring is a ring on the bobbin winder which comes in contact with the
nut of the balance wheel.

12. Stitch regulator checks the length of the stitches.

13. Balance Wheel sets the mechanism in motion.
14. Belt connects the balance wheel to the drive wheel.
15. Stop Motion Screw hinders moving when loosened and starts.
16. Face Plate a cover that encloses the oiling points of the needle bar,
presser bar and the take up lever .

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(Parts of the sewing machine in the Arm and Head)

Parts of Sewing Machine in the Bed or Under the Bed

1. Feed Dog moves the fabric while sewing.

2. Throat plate is the windows of the feed dog and it is where the bobbin threads
come out.
3. Slide plate is a movable plate that covers the shuttle and bobbin case.
4. Shuttle holds the bobbin case while sewing.
5. Bobbin is a metal spool for winding thread.
6. Bobbin Case holds the bobbin.

The Lower Parts of the Lock Stitch Sewing Machine

The lower parts of the sewing machine are the cabinet and the stand. The cabinet has
drawers and screw on the hinges for the attachment of the head. The following are
the lower parts of the sewing machine and their uses:

1. Band Wheel leads the balance wheel through the belt connection. 2. Band Wheel
Crank moves the band wheel.
3. Pitman Rod holds the treadle to band wheel crank.
4. Belt Guide holds the belt to its place.
5. Belt Shifter removes the belt from the wheel.
6. Dress Guard protects the dress from the wheel.
7. Treadle is where the feet are stationed to drive the band wheel through the

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pitman rod.
8. Legs support the cabinet of the machine.
9. Cabinet holds the head of the machine by interlocking screw on the hinges. 10.
Drawers are used for storing sewing accessories and tools such as pins,
needles, threads, scissors, tape measures, etc.
11. Extension leaf is used to enlarge the bed plate of the sewing machine
and to give support to the left hand of the operator.

Processing Questions:

1. Why does sewing machine is important in dressmaking?

2. What are the parts of sewing machine under the upper and lower parts?
3. How can the sewing machine help the dressmaker?

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Activity No. 2 Choose Me!

Directions: Identify the following statements below. Choose your answer

from the box.

Bar-tacking machine hi-speed sewing machine

8 button attachment machine lockstitch sewing machine

buttonholer machine over edging machine

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___________1. It is a textile machine used to sew, stitch fabrics and other materials together with
thread and needle.
___________2. It is used in making buttonholes on garments.
___________3. It is a type of sewing machine used in making fancy stitches
and in making different kinds of embroidery stitches on fabrics.
___________4. It is used in the construction of the different kinds of clothing
especially for the inseam, out seam and side seam.
___________5. This is also called Domestic Sewing Machine which is ran by
foot and may also be converted to electric power machine.
___________6. It is a type of sewing machine which is used in attaching
buttons to the garments.
___________7. It is a type of a sewing machine that has automatic lubrication
and is used by tailors and dressmakers.
___________8. It is used in reinforcing the opening and closing of pockets.
___________9. It finishes the raw edges of the pattern for construction.
___________10. It is a curve part of the head containing mechanism for operating the needle.

Activity No. 3 Classify Me

Instructions: Classify whether each part of the sewing machine belongs to arm/head, bed, or lower
part and give its function. Follow the Given example as your guide.

Name of the Parts Classification of each part Function

where it belongs (arm/ head;
bed; or lower part)

Feed Dog Bed It moves the fabric while

sewing.
1. Balance wheel
2. Slide plate
3. Band wheel crank
4. Bobbin winder
5. Belt guide
6. Shuttle
7. Tension
8. Needle clamp
9. Dress guard
10. Pitman rod

ASSESSMENT

Direction: Choose the letter of the best answer.

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1. What part of the sewing machine serves as the window of the feed dog where
the bobbin threads come out?
a. needle clamp c. tension
b. slide plate d. throat plate
2. What machine is also called Domestic Sewing Machine that is usually used at
home and sometimes in school?
a. embroidery machine c. lockstitch sewing machine
b. hi-speed sewing machine d. over edging machine
3. Which of the following sets the mechanism in motion?
a. balance wheel c. needle bar
b. feed dog d. spool pin
4. Which of the following does NOT belong to the upper parts of sewing machine?
a. arm c. bed
b. cabinet d. head
5. What part of the sewing machine holds the treadle to band wheel crank?
a. pitman rod c. thread take up lever
b. presser bar d. shuttle
6. What type of the sewing machine is used in reinforcing the opening and closing
of pockets?
a. bar-tacking machine c. embroidery machine
b. buttonholer machine d. lockstitch machine
7. What part of the sewing machine holds the fabric in place while sewing?
a. belt guide c. presser bar
b. needle bar d. Presser foot
8. What part of a sewing machine attached in the needle clamp used for sewing?
a. bobbin case c. needle
b. bobbin winder d. throat plate
9. Which type of sewing machine finishes the raw edges of the pattern for
construction?
a. button attachment machine c. hi-speed sewing machine
b. double needle machine d. over edging machine
10. What part of a sewing machine leads the balance wheel through the belt
connection?
a. band wheel c. dress guard
b. belt guide d. treadle

Congratulations! You have

completed this module.

LEARNER PARENT
HONOR CODE HONOR CODE
As a learner, ________(name)__________ , of Saint As a parent, ________(name)__________ , I
Joseph Academy of San Jose , Batangas Incorporated. understand the eligibility requirements for me to
I will conduct myself with integrity and honesty in all take part in providing academic assistance and
matters. support to the learner mentioned above.
I will demonstrate respect and responsibility in all of I submit myself to monitor the honesty , integrity and
my actions. discipline while doing and performing the assigned
I will uphold the values of active citizenship and abide task to my child/children.
by the expectations set forth in the Academician’s I make this pledge in the spirit of HONOR and TRUST.
Handbook .
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