CHP 18 VOCAB

Question 1

Tightly woven edge of fabric that has no visible loose threads.

Answer 1

Selvage

Question 2

Straightening fabric by pulling it on the true diagonal

Answer 2

Bias

Question 3

A set of step-by-step instructions for a sewing pattern.

Answer 3

Guide sheet

Question 4

Diagrams of how pattern pieces should be placed on the fabric.

Answer 4

Layouts

Question 5

Guides on the pattern pieces.

Answer 5

Markings

Question 6

Changes to a pattern to make the garment fit before cutting the fabric.

Answer 6

Alterations

Question 7

The amount of fullness added for movement and comfort.

Answer 7

Ease

Question 8

A row of stitching made on or near the seamline within the seam allowance.

Answer 8

Staystitching

Question 9

Fabric tunnels made to enclose elastic or drawstrings.

Answer 9

Casings

Question 10

A button that has two or four holes through it and no loop on the back.

Answer 10

Sewthrough button

Question 11

Has a stem on the back.

Answer 11

Shank button

Question 12

Large cylinders used to hold thread.

Answer 12

Cones

Question 13

Rounded parts that hold the thread inside a serger.

Answer 13

Loopers

Question 14

A length of thread shaped like a chain.

Answer 14

Tail chain