Hand Sewers join, reinforce, or finish- usually with needle and thread - a variety of manufactured items.
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- Hand Sewers
Manufacturing
What do they typically do
- Fold, twist, stretch, or drape material, and secure articles in preparation for sewing
- Sew, join, reinforce, or finish parts of articles, using needles, thread, or other materials
- Use different sewing techniques such as felling, tacking, basting, embroidery, and fagoting
- Draw and cut patterns according to specifications
- Measure and align parts, fasteners, or trimmings, following seams, edges, or markings on parts
- Select thread, twine, cord, or yarn to be used, and thread needles
- Smooth seams with heated irons, flat bones, or rubbing sticks
- Trim excess threads or edges of parts using scissors or knives
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth +2.0%
Job Openings 35
Education & Training
- Education These occupations usually require a high school diploma.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
Private Training Programs
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