Reflection Ch.1 And 2 Apparel Design

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In chapters one and two of A Guide to Fashion Sewing by Connie Amaden-Crawford, the book teaches you about sewing machines and fabrics. The book also gives you the specifics of how they all differ and how to choose what one is best for different types of projects. Chapter one is all about sewing machines and serger's, also known as overlock machines. There are two types of machines, industrial and household. Industrial machines are designed for continuous use, high speeds and long hours. Household machines are slower and have a multitude of functions to choose from. Household machines should operate smoothly; they are versatile and usually range in price from 100 dollars to 12,000 dollars. The higher the price the more complex the machine gets. Household machines come either mechanical or computerized. Mechanical tend to be cheaper, less versatile, and last longer. Computerized machines are more expensive, and have much more functions. Industrial machines are designed for efficient garment construction. They tend to save money and time. They are usually made for a single purpose. They do that one function very precisely and quickly. They come in two styles either console machines where they are set in a table, or portable machines where they are easy to store and can travel. Sewing machines have to have a bobbin which holds the under stitch. Machines have to types of bobbin loading, either case loading or top loading. Case loading the bobbin latches into a compartment that is then put into the machine. Top loading the bobbin is simply placed in a compartment right under the needle plate. Either one works fine it is simply about preference. Overlock or serger machines trim raw edges and overcast seam edges. This creates a clean inside finish and prevents unraveling giving the garment a longer life. Unlike sewing machines they don’t use bobbins they use a

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