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Blind Stitch Hemmer Badge

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  1. Prerequisites
  2. Review materials
  3. Pass quiz
  4. Checkout
Review materials
Badge Video
Pass Quiz

3 questions · You can retake if you don't pass.

Badge Checkout Requirement
In person checkout required
Facilitator Checkout

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Complete these items to earn the badge.
  • Video watched, quiz taken, any questions?
  • Identify and describe all controls, adjustments, and functions of the machine, including exposing the arm if applicable.
  • What is the purpose of the tension? How can you tell that the machine is properly tensioned?
  • What kinds of materials can and can’t be sewn on this machine?
  • Which way should the handwheel be turned?
  • Demonstrate threading the machine
  • Demonstrate sewing a piece of fabric
  • Pressing the hem
  • Using the knee lifter
  • Speed control
  • Adjusting tension and penetration
  • Locking the stitches
  • Cleaning up tool
  • Sweeping up threads
  • Replacing cover on machine