An example of an organized box. The number of small boxes and their arrangement will vary.
Masking Tape or Scotch Tape Thread Pin Cushion Measuring Tape Seam Gauge (Sewing machine attachment) Pins Dressmaker Chalk Bobbins Needles Thimble Paper Bag 12 inch Ruler Case Holding Shears and Scissors, Measuring Gauge
Learn to use mother’s sewing machine
What could be more exciting than to learn to use a machine which has “magic power.” Of course, I know when you are older you are going to learn to drive the family car (which you’ve heard dad say has all sorts of magic power). But did you know that mother’s sewing machine has “magic power,” too? The nicest thing is that you do not have to wait until you are grown up to use it. Even though you are only 9 or 10 years old, you are ready to learn the secrets of the sewing machine right now. You will no longer be standing by watching mother or sister sew. Instead, after you have learned some of the secrets of sewing with a machine, you can make many exciting things for yourself, your family, and your friends.
So come—let’s get acquainted with this wonderful machine!
Now look at your sewing machine and find the parts which look similar to the pictures below. Every machine has these parts, though some designs may look just a little different. Your leader will show you how each part works.
Thread Guides Take-up Lever Bobbin Winder Balance Wheel Presser Foot Lever Stitch Regulator Presser Foot Needle