Paper Pattern Symbols

When you use me, I create a line of symmetry between identical shapes. I am the sign that says____________________________

• Place on the fold

• The dividing Line

• Line of symmetry

I am the thick black line on the outside of the pattern piece. Sometimes there is a scissors on me; who am I?___________________

• Sewing Line

• Cutting Line

• Center Front Fold

I help your garment fit properly in places like the bust and waist. I am shaped like a triangle., what am I called?_______________________________.

• Dart Placement

• Dots and Squares

• Pleats

I tell you where to put this shape, i am called the _____________________________.

• Round Pocket Placement

• Welt Pocket Placement

• Patch Pocket Placement

I am the space between the cutting and sewing lines , I am called the ____________________.

• Selvage Edge

• Seam Allowance

• Raw Edge

We are named for our shapes. We let you know where to put notions such as zippers and line up sleeves properly.. We are called ______________________________

• Small and Large dots and squares

• Single,double and triple triangles

I am a straight arrow with a black head. I tell how to lay the pattern piece on the fabric for cutting out. What is my name?

• Grain Line

• Cutting Line

• Sewing Line

If you need to make adjustments in the bodice or the leg because of your height use me. I am the _______________________________________

• Width reduction space

• Lengthening and shortening line

• Height adjustment line

I indicate the positioning of fasteners on an opening; i am called __________________________________________________.

• Welt Pockets Placement

• Button and Buttonhole Placement

• Zipper Placement

I help you to make these fold even for a better eye appeal. I am the ________________________________________.

• Pleat Fold

• Stay Stitch Line

• Gather Line