Lesson 14 Flashcards
The tape is used to take body measurements.
Tape measure
. It is used for marking straight lines
Ruler
This tool is used for accurate ruling of curved lines
Curve stick
It is used for drawing curved lines found in the armhole, neckline, and crotch.
French curve
The tool is used to measure folds accurately and uniformly, like hemlines.
Gauge
This chalk is used for marking on pattern paper and fabric,
Tailor’s chalk
It is used for transferring markings from the paper pattern to the fabric
Tracing wheel -
thin paper used with a tracing wheel to transfer markings,
Tracing paper
They have either straight or bent handles. They are used for general cutting.
Shears
They are used for cutting threads and for trimming and slashing thin fabrics.
Scissors