Interfacing Review

Interfacing in textiles is used for:

• Adding color to fabric

• Strengthening and supporting fabric

• Creating patterns on fabric

• Reducing fabric weight

Fusible in the context of textiles means:

• A type of fabric that can be easily torn

• A fabric that can be fused with another using heat

• A fabric that is resistant to water

• A type of fabric that is naturally elastic

Explain Non-fusible (Sew-in) interfacing.

• Non-fusible interfacing is a type of fabric that is sewn into garments to provide structure and support.

• Non-fusible interfacing is a type of adhesive used in sewing to bond fabrics together.

• Non-fusible interfacing is a type of fabric that is glued onto garments to provide structure and support.

• Non-fusible interfacing is a type of fabric used to decorate garments.

Collars in garment making are:

• decorative elements on garments

• types of fabric

• sewing techniques

• types of buttons

Cuffs in the context of clothing are defined as:

• The part of a sleeve where the material of the sleeve is turned back or a separate band is sewn on.

• A type of collar found on shirts.

• A decorative button on a coat.

• A type of fabric used in making trousers.

Lapels on a jacket or coat are:

• Decorative elements on the shoulders

• The folded flaps of cloth on the front

• The buttons used for fastening

• The inner lining of the coat

The purpose of Facings in garment construction is to:

• provide a finished edge to the garment

• add decorative elements

• increase the garment's durability

• reduce the cost of production

Describe Waistbands in garment making.

• Waistbands are used to hold garments in place around the waist.

• Waistbands are decorative elements on sleeves.

• Waistbands are used to lengthen pants.

• Waistbands are used to shorten skirts.

Trimming in the context of textiles is:

• a process of cutting and removing excess fabric

• a method of dyeing fabrics

• a technique for weaving patterns

• a type of fabric used for making clothes

Explain the process of Basting in sewing.

• Basting is a temporary method of joining fabric pieces together using long, loose stitches.

• Basting is a permanent method of joining fabric pieces using adhesive.

• Basting involves using pins to hold fabric pieces together permanently.

• Basting is a method of dyeing fabric using natural dyes.