Sewing

Question 0

Basting Stitch

Answer 0

Even stitch that is used to temporarily join two layers together. It is like a running stitch except the stitches are longer and wider apart

Question 1

Running Stitch

Answer 1

Even stitch that is used to join two layers together and is meant to be permanent

Question 2

Whipstitch

Answer 2

Sturdy and visible stitch used for hemming and sewing seams.

Question 3

Back Stitch

Answer 3

Creates a strong seam. It’s used on heavy or dense fabrics and often to repair a seam.

Question 4

Slip stitch

Answer 4

A hidden stitch used to join two layers from the right side together. Used for hemming and finishing garments.

Question 5

Blind hem stitch

Answer 5

Similar to a slip stitch but the stitches are more visible. Used for hemming.

Question 6

Catchstitch

Answer 6

Row of Xs on the wrong side of a garment and two lines of straight stitches on the right side. It holds two flat edges together and is flexible and strong.

Question 7

Fell stitch

Answer 7

Attaches a raw or folded edge to a garment. It can create a sort of hinge and is often used sewing linings, but can also be used to appliqué.