Sewing Machine Parts and Functions 10 (lever on the back of the machine) 10 Presser foot lifter - raises and lowers the presser foot.
Sewing Machine Parts and Functions 11 11 Reverse button/lever - allows backward stitching
Sewing Machine Parts and Functions 12 12 Spool pins - holds spool of thread.
Sewing Machine Parts and Functions 13 13 Stitch-length control - regulates the length of the stitch.
Sewing Machine Parts and Functions 14 14 Stitch patterns - shows the selection of stitches available.
Sewing Machine Parts and Functions 15 15 Stitch-width control - regulates the width of the zigzag.
Sewing Machine Parts and Functions 16 16 Take up lever - controls the amount of thread pulled from the spool to the needle.
Sewing Machine Parts and Functions 17 17 Tension control - regulates the tension placed on the needle.
Sewing Machine Parts and Functions 18 18 Thread/needle plate - under the needle, has seam width guidelines to help keep stitching straight.