Never allow a pupil to sew without a thimble.

Drill 4. Threading the yarn needle.

a. Prepare the yarn by loosening the end with the needle.

b. Place the yarn over the point of the needle and draw into a smooth loop.

c. Draw the needle out and thread into the loop.

Needles No. 10 will carry thread No. 100 90 80
Needles No. 9 will carry thread No. 90 80 70 60
Needles No. 8 will carry thread No. 70 60 50 40
Needles No. 7 will carry thread No. 50 40 30 20
Needles No. 6 will carry thread No. 20 10
Needles No. 5 will carry Linen thread—Luster cotton

CHAPTER II.

COURSE OF INSTRUCTION.