tle measuring drafting tools

Question 1

Tape measure

Answer 1

A flexiable measuring tool used in sewing for taking body measurements

Example: She used a tape measure to ensure the dress would fit perfectly.

Question 2

Ruler

Answer 2

A measuring tool used in sewing for measuring and marking straight lines in fabric

Example: The ruler helped her create precise lines for the pattern.

Question 3

See through ruler

Answer 3

A drafting tool used in sewing for marking straight edges and parallel lines, buttonholes, bucks, pleats. It is made out of transparent material typically 12-18 inches length. It allows the person to see through the ruler to view previously marked lines and can be used to check grain lines on the fabric.

Example: The see through ruler made it easy to mark parallel lines on the fabric.

Question 4

Seam gauge

Answer 4

A measuring tool used in measuring and marking distances such as hems, tucks, seams

Example: She used the seam gauge to ensure even seam allowances.

Question 5

Yard stick

Answer 5

A measuring tool used in sewing that comes with both inches and centimeters markings. It is used in measuring the grainline of the fabric when laying out a pattern

Example: The yard stick helped her align the pattern with the fabric grainline.

Question 6

tailor square

Answer 6

A measuring tool used to draw perpendicular lines abd ensure square corners

Question 7

hem marker

Answer 7

a drafting tool used as an accurate guide for measuring and marking hemlines

Question 8

French curve

Answer 8

A measuring Tool used for Shaping necklines,armholes,collars

Question 9

Hip curve

Answer 9

A measuring tool used for shaping hips,skirt hemline