Needlework Skills Flashcards
1
Q
Nap
A
Means the fabric has raised surface fibres lie in one direction
2
Q
Temporary stitches
A
Tacking tailor tacking gathering
3
Q
Tailor tack
A
Transfer pattern markings from pattern to double fabric
4
Q
Permanent stitches
A
Back stitches, hemming and top sewing
5
Q
Embroidery stitches
A
Stem stitches, chain stitches, satin stitches and long&short
6
Q
Machine stitches
A
Straight stitches, zigzag, blind or button hole
7
Q
To finish a flat sean
A
Use edge machining or zigzag
8
Q
Transfer pattern markings
A
Tack tailors, tracing and carbon paper
9
Q
Fabric for home sewing
A
Not fray, not have flaws, avoid fabric with a rap
