Sewing

Question 0

Basting stitch

Answer 0

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

Question 1

Running stitch

Answer 1

An even stitch that is used to join two layer together and is meant to be permanent

Question 2

Whip stitch

Answer 2

A 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 and is also used for hemming and finishing garments

Question 5

Blind Hem Stitch

Answer 5

Similar to a skip stitch but the stitches are more visible. It is used for hemming

Question 6

Catch stitch

Answer 6

A 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.