Sewing Terms

Choose the correctly spelled word:

• Stich

• Stitch

What verb is this?

• Sew

• Cut

What verb is this?

• Eat

• Cut

What is the term for a temporary stitch used to hold fabric in place?

• A) Basting

• B) Hemming

• C) Serging

• D) Quilting

Which term refers to the edge of fabric that is prevented from fraying?

• A) Seam

• B) Selvage

• C) Bias

• D) Dart

What is the name of the tool used to remove stitches?

• A) Thimble

• B) Seam Ripper

• C) Bobbin

• D) Needle Threader

Which term describes the direction of the threads in a woven fabric?

• A) Grain

• B) Weft

• C) Warp

• D) Bias

What is the term for a fold sewn into fabric to provide shape?

• A) Pleat

• B) Tuck

• C) Dart

• D) Gathers

Which term refers to the process of joining two pieces of fabric together?

• A) Quilting

• B) Appliqué

• C) Seaming

• D) Embroidery

What is the term for a decorative edge made by folding fabric?

• A) Hem

• B) Ruffle

• C) Binding

• D) Piping