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Question 1

What are joining stitches are give two examples.

Answer 1

They are used to hold pieces of fabric together permanently.eg overseeing and running and back

Question 2

What is the definition of neatening stitches and give two examples.

Answer 2

They are used to prevent raw edges from fray or unravelling.eg herringbone and blanket and blind hemming

Question 3

What is the definition of decorative stitches and give two examples.

Answer 3

It is used to add detail to a garment.eg chain and fly and feather

Question 4

What is the difference between sewing tools and sewing equipment

Answer 4

Sewing tools are hand held implements while sewing equipment are larger item

Question 5

Name 7 measuring tools

Answer 5

Ruler,Lsquare,Tsquare,measuring tape,inch tape,metre stick and skirt marker

Question 6

Name 5 cutting tools

Answer 6

Seam ripper,nipper,seam ripper,pink shears.

Question 7

Name 5 pressing tools.

Answer 7

Iron,ironing board,needle board,press cloth,clapper

Question 8

Name 5 other tools.

Answer 8

Beeswax,pin cushion,thimble,dressmakers pins and Machine needles

Question 9

Name 5 marking tools.

Answer 9

Tracing wheel,dressmakers carbon,tailors chalk and dressmakers pencil,

Question 10

What are fibers?

Answer 10

Fibers are they are thin hair like structures that are spun or twisted together to make a strand.

Question 11

Sources of fibre?

Answer 11

Plants,animals,minerals and man made.

Question 12

What is cotton?

Answer 12

Cotton is a cellulosic fibre that comes from cotton plants.

Question 13

Name 5 cotton producing countries.

Answer 13

USA,China,India,Egypt,Brazil and Mexico.

Question 14

Name 6 fabrics made from cotton.

Answer 14

Voile,gingham,calico,chambray,denim and chiffon.

Question 15

Name 4 varieties of cotton.

Answer 15

Pima,upland,Egyptian and sea island cotton.

Question 16

Name the 4 methods of fibre definition.

Answer 16

Chemical solubility test, burning test,visual inspection and microscope testing.

Question 17

Name 5 factors which should be considered when selecting suitable clothing ?

Answer 17

A)suitable to the climate 
B)amount of money available
C)knowledge of the styles and fabrics 
D)suitability for the occasion
E)choose clothes that fit comfortable

Question 18

What is the definition of temporary stitches and give 2 examples

Answer 18

They are used to hold two pieces of fabric together temporarily.eg even and uneven basting and diagonal basting

Question 19

What is spinning?

Answer 19

It is the drawing and twisting of fibers to make yarn

Question 20

What is tex and twist?

Answer 20

Tex is the weight in grams for a given length of yarn

Twist it is the number of turns per centimeter of yarn.

Question 21

What is denier and count?

Answer 21

Denier is the weight in grams per 9000 meters of filament yarn.

Count is the number is yarn per square inch in a woven.

Question 22

Name 3 warm and cool colors.

Answer 22

Warm red,orange and yellow

Cool green,blue and purple

Question 23

Name the primary colors?

Answer 23

Red blue and yellow

Question 24

What is the definition of primary colors?

Answer 24

The basic colors.

Question 25

What is tiny and shade?

Answer 25

Tint is when u add white to a colors and shade is when u add black to a colors Eg white plus red =pink Eg black plus blue =navy blue

Question 26

What is ply and staple yarns.

Answer 26

Ply-they have two or more yarns twisted together at the same time. Staple-that are made from shorter fibers.

Question 27

Name 3 classifies yarns?

Answer 27

Weaving,knitting and sewing yarns

Question 28

Name 10 methods of fabric construction?

Answer 28

Weaving,knitting,bonding,felting,plaiting,laminating,knotting,braiding,net making and lace making

Question 29

Name 3 examples of woven fabrics and their examples.

Answer 29

Plain-voile,linen and lawn Twill-drill,denim and serge Satin-silk,rayon and nylon

Question 30

Name one weave and characteristics and their variations

Answer 30

Plain-basket-it is a type of weave whereby two or more weft yarns pass over one warp yarn Hop sack-it is a type of plain weave where two or more weft yarns pass over two or more tarp yarns Can be strong and durable depending on the way the yarns are laced together,the fabric has no right or wrong side and sometimes the yarns are varied in type color bs size.

Question 31

Name one weave and their variation and characteristics?

Answer 31

Birdseye-it is a variation in which the diagonals form a diamond shaped pattern Herringbone-it is a variation in which the diagonals run in both directions. Has a right and wrong side Fabric can become shiny when worn frequently Diagonal ridges are visible across the fabric

Question 32

Name one weave their variations and three characteristics.

Answer 32

Sateen-it is a variation of satin weave which is less shiny and has more weft floats. Fabric is damaged through rubbing Creasing or rough handling can spoil the surface appearance Yarns can slip out of place if pulled too tightly when sewing

Question 33

What are secondary colors and give examples.

Answer 33

They are formed by mixing equal amounts of any two primary colors.eg purple orange and green

Question 34

What are tertiary colors.and give examples

Answer 34

They are formed by mixing equal amounts of primary and secondary Colors.eg blue+green

Question 35

Explain 6 reasons for wearing clothes.

Answer 35

Protection-clothes protect the body from direct exposure to natural element (sun,wind and wind) Self expression-in many cultures people use clothing to express themselves. Decoration-clothing improves the physical appearance of people. Ceremonies-ceremonial dress is part of the cultural heritage of people. Status-clothing may be worn to indicate the rank or status one holds in society. Group identity-children who go to different school wear different school uniforms thus making it easier for people to indentify themselves.

Question 36

Name four guidelines for selecting clothing.

Answer 36

Choose clothes that are suitable for your personality,complexion and body size Choose clothing that fits you comfortably it should allow enough room for you to move about comfortably. Choose fabric styles and fabrics that are suited to the occasion for which the garment will be worn But clothes that will harmonies with many other colors and will match with what u already have in your wardrobe.