Pedro Guevara Memorial National High School

Santa Cruz, Laguna

Department of Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE)

TLE Grade 7 – DRESSMAKING

ACTIVITY SHEET No. 1

Name of Learner / Pangalan: __________________________________________________

Grade Level / Lebel : __________________________________________________
Section / Seksiyon: __________________________________________________
Date / Petsa: __________________________________________________

LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET / GAWAING PAGKATUTO

LO 2. CLEAN AND LUBRICANT THE SEWING MACHINE

Background Information for Learners / Panimula (Susing Konsepto)

(Brief Discussion of the lesson, if possible, cite example)

This activity was designed and written with you in mind, it is here to help you identify the different
sewing machine troubles, follows the safety procedure in sewing machine cleaning. So in this lesson
you’re going to learn how to operate sewing machine properly while keeping yourself away from
accidents.
The focus of Lesson LO2 Clean and Lubricant machine.
After going through this module, you are expected to:
 Observe proper handling a cleaning sewing machine.
 Resolve common sewing machine troubles.
 Follow the safety procedures in sewing machine cleaning.

WHAT’s NEW

Task 1: Before you proceed. Let us determine how much you already know about the lesson.
TAKE THIS ACTIVITY

DIRECTION: Write the word/words of the correct answer in a separate paper.

1. In wiping the spilled oils during cleaning, the correct cloth is ______
A. Damp cloth
B. Dry cloth
C. Oiled cloth
D. Any of the above
2. The part of the sewing machine that should be avoided when oiling is _______
A. Bobbin
B. Rubber ring
C. Stitch regulator
D. Stop motion screw
3. The parts of the sewing machine that can be considered a safety device since it covers the
lower mechanism and is important during garment construction is _______
A. Bobbin winder
B. Slide plate
C. Tension disc
D. Throat plate
4. The cleaning materials that maintains moving parts of sewing machine in smooth operation is _
A. Absorbent cloth
 B. Lint brush
C. Lubricant
D. Water
5. The good practice of cleaning and lubricating the sewing machine.
A. Every two weeks
B. Once a week
C. Once a month
D. Twice a week
6. When the sewing machine runs noisily, what could be the possible reason?
A. Insufficient oil
B. Belt is too tight
C. Stitch regulator not calibrated properly
D. Bent needle, dull needle or wrong attached needle
7. When the lower thread of the sewing machine breaks, What could be the possible cause?
A. Loose screw
B. Poor quality thread
C. Improperly attached needle
D. Feed dog not in proper place
8. If the cause why the machine rotates heavily is because belt is too tight, What could be the
solution?
A. Add oil
B. Clean belt
C. Replace belt
D. Re Threading correctly
9. When the fabric does not move, what could be the possible reason?
A. Poor quality thread
B. Presser foot is too tight
C. Not enough pressure on the presser foot
D. Unmatched size of needle
10. When you encounter the cause of the problem in number 4, What could be the possible
reason?
A. Clean the shuttle race
B. Used quality thread
C. Adjust stitch regulator to desired length
D. Adjust presser foot by adjusting the pressure regulator screw.

Learning Competency with Code / Kasanayang Pagkatuto at Koda)

WHAT IS IT:

Care of sewing machine: How to clean and oil your sewing machine
Cleaning and oiling the sewing machine is a basic maintenance that bits of
lint’s, thread, dust and even fabric can get stuck in your machine. These
make work harder and can even jam your sewing machine. Clean your
machine to fix these help the machine to last longer and perform more
smoothly. If you sew regularly, problems and use sewing machine oil to help
the moving parts function smoothly. You should clean and oil your machine after finishing any large
project as well as any time you suspect it is having a problem.

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Prepare the needed tools and supply in cleaning the sewing machine.
2. Remove the needle if there is any. This will prevent the cleaner from pricking fingers during
the cleaning process.
Face plate (presser bar, needle bar, thread take up lever, lifter)
 Unscrew face plate and keep it in the drawer while cleaning.
 Brush dust away then put a little amount of oil while rotating the balance wheel to inner parts
can be accessed.
 Put back the face plate in place.
Upper tension (disc spring and dial)
 Removed outer bolt, tension dial, disc and disc spring.
 Lay each part in your front table following its disassembling for easier assembling.
 Brush dust and wipe with absorbent cloth with oil.
 Assemble by following the laid parts in your table.
Lower mechanism (Rotary oscillating hook)
 Remove bobbin case
 Fasten side of oscillating hook
 Remove dust with lint brush
 Put a little amount of machine oil on moving parts
 Return spare parts in place
Other minor parts
 Remove entangled threads between head and balance wheel.
 Brush accumulated dust in the treadle joints connecting the band wheel.
 Clean gummy dust on the band wheel.
 Wipe off all surplus oil then put a piece of absorbent cloth under the presser foot for dripping
oil.

NOTE: When the sewing machine has thoroughly cleaned and oiled, run it slowly for several
minutes to allow the oil to work on its moving parts. Place a scrap of fabric under the presser
foot and lower the needle to absorb excess oil.

COMMON SEWING MACHINE TROUBLES

COMMON SEWING MACHINE CAUSES REMEDIES
TROUBLES
1.Fabric does not move  Stitch regulator not  Adjust stitch regulator
calibrated properly to desired length
 The feed dog is not in  Set feed dog to proper
the correct position sewing position
 Presser foot is too tight  Adjust presser foot by
adjusting the pressure
regulator screw
2.Stitches skip  Bent needle, dull needle  Change the needle or
or wrong attached position it correctly
needle  Increase pressure on
 Unmatched size of the presser foot
needle or thread to the  Check the thread
texture of the fabric
 Not enough pressure on
the presser foot
3.Machine runs noisily  Insufficient oil  Add oil
 Loose screw  Tighten screw
 Thread or dust clogged  Clean the shuttle race
in the shuttle race
4.Machine rotates heavily  Belt is too tight  Replace belt
 Not enough oil  Add oil
 Thread or dust clogged  Clean the shuttle race
in the shuttle or bearing
Race or bearing
5.Upper thread breaks  Improper threading  Redo threading
 Improperly attached correctly
needle  Attach the needle
 Tight upper thread correctly
  Poor quality thread  Rest the upper tension
 Unmatched needle regulator
 Use good quality
thread
6.Lower thread breaks  The improper winding  Wind the thread in the
of the thread is in the bobbin properly
bobbin  Use good quality of
 Poor quality thread the thread
 Feed dog not in a  Lower the feed dog if
proper place the fabric is thin; raise
 Bobbin doesn’t turn the feed dog if the
freely fabric is thick

SAFETY PROCEDURE IN SEWING MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND SEWING MACHINE

OPERATION

Cleaning and lubricating sewing machine is quite a messy task. Personal care should be
observed during this activity. The following safety precaution should be practice at the shop or
at home.

1. Wear personal protective equipment. This prevents your clothing from tarnished by oil and
dirt.
2. Remove the upper belt or turn power off before oiling the sewing machine.
3. When a chemical or small spare part gets into your eyes, call the attention of your teacher
or any member of your family.
4. Do not remove any safety device from any machine.
5. Be sure that all screws are well lightened before starting the machine.
6. Make sure that no screws or tools are left on the floor to avoid slipping.
7. Wipe dry spilled oils on the floor to avoid accidents.
8. Assign colored tag for a newly maintained sewing machine.
9. Provide a small bin for your garbage when performing this job.
10. Have a separate cabinet 0r storage for tools and supplies for sewing machine maintenance.

Observed while using / running sewing machine. Here are some pointers that you have to
follow in operating a sewing machine.

1.Start with the right tools and supplies

2.Always maintain good posture while working

3.Thread the sewing machine correctly, this will

save your time to get a correct threading.
 4.Be sure that the needle is properly set
according to the directions for specific models.

5. Set the stitch regulator according to desired

length of the stitch.

6.Check the tension dials and adjust according to

project requirement of the stitches.

7.Turn power off (for motorized/electric

machine) when the sewing machine is not in
use.

CHARACTERISTIC OF GOOD STITCHES

1. The length of stitch is proportioned to the texture of the fabric.

2. The stitches are the same in length.
3. The stitches appear the same on both right and wrong sides of the fabric.
4. The stitching follows the intended line smoothly and accurately.
5. There are no skipped or broken gaps in stitching.
6. When retraced, it appears as one line of stitching.
7. The stitching has no tangles.

WHAT I KNOW:
The learner will answer the question below as part identifying what they already know, they
will refer to their module to identify task they need to accomplish.
A. Let’s see what you already know try to fill out the table below; it is all about the sewing
machine troubles.
Sewing machine troubles Causes Solution
1.Machine rotates heavily Belt is too tight

2.Lower thread breaks Wind the thread in the bobbin

properly
 3.Fabric does not move The feed dog is not in the
proper/ correct position
4.Machine runs noisily Thread or dust clogged in the
shuttle race
5.Stitches skip Change the needle or position
it correctly

B. Name the pictures below; it is all about the sewing machine operation.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

Exercise / Activities / Pamaraan

WHAT CAN I DO:

Now its about time for us to use our knowledge in real life situation.
A. Let’s answer the following question below;

1. You’ve noticed that your fabric is not moving while you were using the sewing machine. What
parts of the sewing machine will you check in this situation?

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2. Lyka noticed that her friend is wearing a long necktie while using the sewing machine. If you
were Lyka what will you say to your friend?

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A. Assume that you’re in a small Dress shop, Perform basic sewing machine operation.

RUBRIC for the sewing machine operation.

Items for evaluation Suggested Score Students Score Teachers score

Process (70%)
1.Lifted the presser 10
foot before starting to
run the machine
2.Rested both feet on 10
the treadle ahead of
the other.
3.Applied moderate 10
force on the balance
wheel.
4.followed the 10
movement of the
treadle and did not
exert too much force
on it.
5.Performed four to 10
five rotations
continuously.
6.Stopped the machine 10
from running without
holding the balance
wheel.
Work Habits (30%)

1.correct posture was 10

displayed.
2.Holding of balance 10
wheel was avoided
when the machine was
in motion.
3.Turning back and 10
forth of balance wheel
was avoided.
 4.Followed the 10
procedure correctly.
TOTAL SCORE 100

ASSESSMENT: WHAT I HAVE LEARNED

The learner demonstrates their ideas and gained knowledge as how these are useful in
one’s day to day living experience.
The learner will answer the question provided.
Direction: A. Write Check if the statement is a good characteristic of stitches and write Wrong if it is
not.

1. _______________ The stitches have no tangles.

2. _______________ The stitches follow the intended line smoothly and accurately.
3. _______________ The length of stitch is not proportional.
4. _______________ There are skipped or broken gaps stitching.
5. _______________ The stitches appear on both right and wrong sides of the fabric.

B. Re- arrange the letters to get the exact word/words.

1. A E N L C - ___________________
2. E S I W G N I N E C H A M - __________________________
3. E S I W G N B L E S U O R T - __________________________
4. N I A M P L U T A I O N - ______________________________
5. A C T E I R B U L - ______________________

Reflection / Pangwakas

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITY: I know you learned about the topic/lesson Now for your additional task, just
answer the question below.

What part of the lesson did you find useful in your everyday life?
Reference for learners / Mga sanggunian
Learning Module k to 12 Basic education Curriculum Technology and livelihood Education.
Learning Module Dressmaking Grade 7 / Tailoring pp. 82-86 /97 -99

Prepared by: CYNTHIA D. ABRANTES

Cellphone no. 09163467714
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