[Answer] What was the first cable channel to operate in the United States?

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...The first cable channel to operate in the United States was Home Box Office, which launched on November 8, 1972. HBO was created as a premium subscription service, offering viewers access to uncut and commercial-free movies and live sports. Initially available to a small audience in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, HBO revolutionized television by using satellite technology in 1975 to broadcast nationwide, making it the first network to do so. This innovation expanded its reach and paved the way for the growth of cable TV and specialized channels.

[Answer] What is the purpose of the presser foot on a sewing machine?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What is the purpose of the presser foot on a sewing machine?"

...Different presser feet allow for different types of stitches, but each one is an important part of creating a quality stitch. The presser foot will hold the fabric in place, allowing for much speedier and accurate sewing. The straight stitch presser foot will create beautifully smooth and straight stitches, but, depending on the project, zigzag, zipper, hemmer, and even buttonhole presser feet can be used to great effect.

[Answer] What is the most common use for the zigzag stitch?

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...Zigzag stitches vary, depending on the kind of seam needed. On seams, a zigzag stitch prevents the fabric from fraying by holding down the threads at the edges. Zigzag stitches work well on stretchy fabric, especially when a machine doesn’t have a stretch stitch option. They’re even used around buttonholes for a secure, clean finish.

[Answer] What purpose does the bobbin serve on a sewing machine?

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...The bobbin is one of the most important parts of the sewing machine, and if it breaks, the machine won’t work properly. The bobbin keeps the tension in the thread so that the stitches come out just right. When the thread is too loose on the bobbin, you get loose stitches and tangling. If it’s too tight, it puts more pressure on the thread and might cause breakage.

[Answer] What is the “wrong” side of a printed fabric?

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...Most of the time, a bright patterned fabric only shows that print on one side of the fabric, the “right” side. The “wrong” side typically looks more faded, if the pattern shows at all. Some fabrics don’t have a right and wrong side, like solid fabrics, because they’re dyed the same way on both sides.

[Answer] What tool protects sewers’ fingertips?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What tool protects sewers’ fingertips?"

...Keeping fingers from being pricked while hand sewing depends on finding the right thimble size and style. Most of the time, sewers wear a thimble on the middle finger and push the needle through the fabric using the top or side of the thimble. Some thimbles even have pits to hold the needle in place.

[Answer] What’s another expression for “plenilune”?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What’s another expression for “plenilune”?"

...1. Full English 2. Full moon 3. Full marks 4. Full house