Sewing Basics

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1. What kind of stitch would be most commonly used for a hem? Running stitch Blind stitch Whipstitch Overcast stitch

2. On a sewing machine, what do you call the part which holds the fabric in place? Surface plate Fabric gauge Presser foot Tension control

3. If someone uses your good, sharp sewing scissors to cut something other than fabric, what can you cut to give them back at least a little of their edge? A thin fabric such as silk Sandpaper A thick fabric such as corduroy Cotton batting

4. Tulle and toile are different terms for the same fabric. True False

5. One way to finish a seam and keep the fabric from raveling is to trim them with what special type of shears? Gingher Pinking Wiss Fiskars

6. Will a bias-cut pattern require more fabric than one cut on the grain of the fabric? Yes No

7. A tailored garment will usually require this sewing technique to fit correctly on the more curved portions of the body. Sizing Darts Bar tacks Notches

8. This type of stitch is useful before your final stitching for holding together pieces that are difficult to pin. It is also used for gathering. Answer: (One Word)

9. What is the most common way to put together your fabric pieces when sewing seams? It doesn't really matter Wrong sides together Right sides together One right side to one wrong side

10. When you make a mistake in sewing, what essential tool might you need? Seam ripper Serger Pincushion Sewing gauge