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Harris, Tom. "How Sewing Machines Work." 17 January 2002. HowStuffWorks.com. <http://home.howstuffworks.com/sewing-machine.htm> 13 May 2008.
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Inside This Article
1.
Introduction to How Sewing Machines Work
2.
The Loop Stitch
3.
Sewing Machine Components
4.
Computerized Sewing Machines
5.
Lots More Information
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1.
Introduction to How Sewing Machines Work
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The Loop Stitch
3.
Sewing Machine Components
4.
Computerized Sewing Machines
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Lots More Information
6.
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