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Brother Sewing Machine

The Brother Sewing Machine is a versatile tool available in the makerspace for sewing and crafting projects. Members use it to create garments, accessories, and home decor items,…

Janome Sewing Machine

The Janome Sewing Machine is a versatile tool used in makerspaces for sewing fabric and crafting various textile projects. Members utilize it for creating garments, home décor…

Necchi HD22 Portable Sewing Machine (1 of 2)

The Necchi HD22 Portable Sewing Machine is a versatile, compact tool designed for a variety of sewing projects, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced sewers at a…

Necchi HD22 Portable Sewing Machine (2 of 2)

The Necchi HD22 Portable Sewing Machine is a versatile tool that allows makerspace members to easily sew a variety of fabrics for projects such as clothing, home decor, and crafts…

Sewing Machine (Kenmore)

The Kenmore sewing machine is a versatile tool used in makerspaces for a variety of sewing projects, including clothing alterations, home decor, and craft creations. Members…

Spiegel Sewing Machine

The Spiegel Sewing Machine is a versatile tool in makerspaces designed for both beginners and experienced sewers. Members use it for various projects, including garment…

Viking Husqvarna Sewing Machine

The Viking Husqvarna Sewing Machine is a versatile and user-friendly sewing tool used in makerspaces for various textile projects. Members utilize it for tasks such as quilting,…

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  • Sewing Machine (Janome)- in Progress
  • Video watched, quiz taken, hair/clothing properly restrained, any questions?
  • Identify and describe all controls, adjustments, and functions of the 3D
  • Mount a spindle between two centers
  • Blank properly squared and centered
  • Proper grain orientation
  • Appropriate centers used
  • Blank mounted very firmly
  • Turning the spindle
  • Tool rest placed close to workpiece, but not touching
  • Wearing mask
  • Starts by using roughing (square) tool
  • Workpiece not touching tool when started
  • Appropriate hand/body position
  • Right hand far back on handle, on top
  • Left hand holding close to tool rest
  • Tool parallel with floor, cutting edge up
  • Test for circularness, either by placing tool on top or stopping and checking
  • Try other two tools
  • Try sanding
  • Put tenon on end of workpiece
  • Chuck workpiece in self centering chuck
  • Drill hole in end using keyless chuck and drill bit
  • Cleaning up tool
  • Replacing accessories
  • Vacuumed up after use
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Beginner Sewing

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Textiles & Fiber Arts
Fiber, Clay & Soft Arts
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