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I've got a Notion Trivia Quiz


There are so many tools to help us. How much do you know about notions used in all kinds of sewing and needle work?

A multiple-choice quiz by Marshame. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
Marshame
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
306,071
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
Plays
2207
Awards
Top 35% Quiz
Last 3 plays: Guest 173 (10/10), psnz (10/10), Guest 174 (6/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. Everyone has one: a tomato pin cushion with a strawberry attached. What's the strawberry for? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. The purpose of this notion is to "un-sew." What is it? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Which one of the following notions is used in ironing? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Which needle has the thinnest shank? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. What would today's quilter consider to be the most indispensable notion(s)? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. All of the following are ways to baste quilts except one. Which is the odd one out? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. What is a chatelaine? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. There are many ways to mark fabric for sewing and quilting. All of the following are good ways to mark fabric, except one. Which is the no-no? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. How often should a sewing machine needle be changed? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. What is the notion called that is used to punch a hole, such as for a belt? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Everyone has one: a tomato pin cushion with a strawberry attached. What's the strawberry for?

Answer: To clean needles and pins

The strawberry is filled with fine sand or emery. The abrasive action of these fillers removes dirt and rust, keeping pins and needles sharp and smooth.
2. The purpose of this notion is to "un-sew." What is it?

Answer: Seam ripper

One of the least fun things to do in sewing is to rip out what you have sewn, or "un-sew" it. Unfortunately, a seam ripper is an essential tool. While a sharp pair of scissors can do in a pinch, the construction of a seam ripper is such that you can slide the tip under a single stitched thread, lessening the chance of putting a hole in the fabric.
3. Which one of the following notions is used in ironing?

Answer: Ham

A ham is a firmly stuffed flannel covered object that is approximately the size and shape of a ham. It is used to aid in pressing odd or rounded edges such as sleeves and yokes.
4. Which needle has the thinnest shank?

Answer: Beading

A beading needle is very long and slender, in order to pass through tiny openings such as in seed beads and sequins. The quilting needle is generally a short needle in varying thicknesses. The sharp needle comes in various sizes and is used for general sewing.

It is sturdier than the beading needle and has a larger eye than the quilting needle. The tapestry needle has a blunt rather than sharp tip, and has a large eye to allow yarn or floss to pass through.
5. What would today's quilter consider to be the most indispensable notion(s)?

Answer: Rotary cutter

Quilting was revolutionized in the 1980's with the advent of the rotary cutter, a circular razor blade on a handle, used with a mat and acrylic rulers. The rotary cutter enables cutting with far greater speed and accuracy, compared to the old method of tracing around templates and cutting pieces out with scissors.

While templates are still used for some piecing and applique, many quilters never use them, preferring the ease and efficiency of rotary cutting. While having a local quilt shop nearby is wonderful, many quilters buy everything they need through catalogues and the internet. Drop-down quilt frames have gone the way of the horse and buggy.
6. All of the following are ways to baste quilts except one. Which is the odd one out?

Answer: Firmly hold the layers together while you quilt

No matter how firmly you hold the layers, you will probably wind up with tucks and pleats on the back if you just hold the layers together while quilting instead of basting them first. Method of basting is a matter of personal preference, and is also a function of the size of the quilt. Spray adhesive is a good method for smaller pieces, such as wall hangings and smaller baby quilts. Basting with running stitches is the preferred method for quilts that will be hand-quilted. Pin-basting with safety pins is the method of choice for machine quilting.
7. What is a chatelaine?

Answer: A necklace to which sewing notions are attached

Chatelaines were in fashion in Victorian times. Not only were they functional, but women could show off their beautiful and one-of-a-kind notions such as ivory carved stilettos, pearl-handled seam rippers, and ornate thimble cages. Some women use chatelaines today, especially when doing handwork, so that needed tools are right at hand.
8. There are many ways to mark fabric for sewing and quilting. All of the following are good ways to mark fabric, except one. Which is the no-no?

Answer: Sharpie

Sharpies not only leave permanent marks, but they bleed on most fabrics! Beginning quilters have been known to try and sign their quilts with Sharpies, only to learn the hard way that Sharpies are for paper, plastic, wood - but not for fabric! Do not confuse the widely available Sharpie pen with similar looking pens such as the Micron pigma pens, which are designated for permanent marking on fabrics.

Soap has been around for a long time as a marker and is a good alternative for dark fabrics. It's also a great way to use up those thin soap slivers when the bar of soap is nearly used up. Chalk is a tailor's tool, adapted for home sewing and there is even powdered chalk for "pouncing" on quilting pattern templates. Marking pencils come in a variety of colors, to provide contrast on the fabric being marked. A light hand with a graphite pencil is also an acceptable marking tool.
9. How often should a sewing machine needle be changed?

Answer: All of the above

If you are having problems sewing, i.e. the thread gets knotted and tangled, the thread keeps breaking, or the tension appears to be off, the first thing to do is re-thread your machine, including re-threading the bobbin. If that doesn't fix it, the second thing to do is to change the needle. These two steps will resolve most problems.
10. What is the notion called that is used to punch a hole, such as for a belt?

Answer: Stiletto

A stiletto, sometimes called a taylor's awl, is a pointed tool that is used to make a hole. It is also useful for holding delicate items in place while machine sewing, such as ribbon. All of the items listed will make a hole, but you will have greater control and a cleaner, neater product with a stiletto which is designed for this purpose.
Source: Author Marshame

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