Sewing Equipment & Notions

Which of the following is a measuring tool used in sewing?

• Bevel gauge

• Caliper

• Clapper

• French curve

Definition: decorative embellishment such as ribbon, bows, ruffles, cording, fringe, etc.

• Fads

• Classics

• Grain

• Trim

Marking tools in sewing are designed to do which of the following?

• Hold fabric in place when sewing

• Leave temporary notes for where to cut, fold, sew, etc.

• Form fabric into desired shapes

• Indicate which type of needle should be used

A tailors’ ham is which type of sewing tool?

• Pressing tool

• Cutting tool

• Stitching tool

• Marking tool

Fads are general, long-term style trends which develop slowly and are worn by the majority of people.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Classics are conservative garments which do not noticeable vary from season to season or year to year.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Which of the following is NOT a sewing machine part?

• Spool pin

• Sleeve board

• Throat plate

• Foot control

What is the recommendation for picking up dropped needles and pins?

• Use a magnifying glass

• Use a wet paper towel

• Use a magnet

• Use a miniature vacuum cleaner

Definition: tools and supplies used in sewing

• Notions

• Classics

• Darts

• Grain

Definition: short-term trends regarding specific items, ideas or features which come and go quickly and typically appeal to one age group or personality type

• Fads

• Classics

• Fashion

• Bobbin