Innovation of a multi-functional sewing tool/
Barrientos, Mikaela M.
Innovation of a multi-functional sewing tool/ Mikaela M. Barrientos, Gene Luigi Albert B. Bravo, Danrick F. De Castro, Keithlin Yvonne D. Sarvida and Kenneth S. Valencia.-- - Technological University of the Philippines, Manila. 2024 - xii, 105 pages. 29cm
Bachelor's thesis
College of Industrial Technology.--
Includes bibliographic references and index.
The multi-functional sewing tool, inspired by the Swiss Army knife concept, condenses its
hand-held sewing accessories into a single design. The aspect of this tool includes a seam
ripper, flashlight, thread clippers, tailor's chalk, needle threader, and mini-flat screwdriver–
all housed in bamboo and stainless-steel body. The prototype was developed using metal
fabrication and assembly processes and then tested thoroughly for steel quality, corrosion,
and ergonomic functionality. Laboratory tests show the tool's dimensions are 2.54cm by
9cm with a thickness of 1.27cm, weighing 185g, thus making it quite light and portable.
The function was tested against 50 people drawn from different professional and student
backgrounds, and several evaluation criteria were given, such as performance,
marketability, and usability. Obtained an average score of 4.53 points on the scale,
indicating "Highly Acceptable" and thus market potential. This innovation solves an issue
that frequently crops up when people sew, which is finding lost tools. This research
highlights the shift technology needs to make in the design process to optimize workflow
for the garment industry.
Keywords: Multi-functional sewing tool, ergonomic design, garment industry, Swiss Army
knife concept
Apparel and Fashion Technology
Multi-functional Sewing Tool
BTH TT 507 / B37 2024
Innovation of a multi-functional sewing tool/ Mikaela M. Barrientos, Gene Luigi Albert B. Bravo, Danrick F. De Castro, Keithlin Yvonne D. Sarvida and Kenneth S. Valencia.-- - Technological University of the Philippines, Manila. 2024 - xii, 105 pages. 29cm
Bachelor's thesis
College of Industrial Technology.--
Includes bibliographic references and index.
The multi-functional sewing tool, inspired by the Swiss Army knife concept, condenses its
hand-held sewing accessories into a single design. The aspect of this tool includes a seam
ripper, flashlight, thread clippers, tailor's chalk, needle threader, and mini-flat screwdriver–
all housed in bamboo and stainless-steel body. The prototype was developed using metal
fabrication and assembly processes and then tested thoroughly for steel quality, corrosion,
and ergonomic functionality. Laboratory tests show the tool's dimensions are 2.54cm by
9cm with a thickness of 1.27cm, weighing 185g, thus making it quite light and portable.
The function was tested against 50 people drawn from different professional and student
backgrounds, and several evaluation criteria were given, such as performance,
marketability, and usability. Obtained an average score of 4.53 points on the scale,
indicating "Highly Acceptable" and thus market potential. This innovation solves an issue
that frequently crops up when people sew, which is finding lost tools. This research
highlights the shift technology needs to make in the design process to optimize workflow
for the garment industry.
Keywords: Multi-functional sewing tool, ergonomic design, garment industry, Swiss Army
knife concept
Apparel and Fashion Technology
Multi-functional Sewing Tool
BTH TT 507 / B37 2024