Part 1 Engineering & Construction Key Terms Quizs

Reinforcement Stitching

• Adds strength to areas that will be clipped or trimmed close to the stitching line, such as armholes and crotch.

• Is used to create decorative patterns on fabric surfaces.

• Is a technique for joining two pieces of fabric without overlapping.

• Is primarily used for hemming the edges of garments.

Understitching

• Stitch on the under side of the fabric rolled out of sight; created from standard stitching. Stitch from right side of fabric through facing & seam allowances, 1/8 inch from seam line.

• A decorative stitch applied to the right side of the fabric to enhance appearance.

• A type of stitch used exclusively for hemming garments.

• A stitch that is visible on both sides of the fabric, typically used for quilting.

Double Stitched Seam

• A seam that uses a single line of stitching for durability.

• A seam using a second stitching line between the first line and the raw edge of the fabric, ideal for materials prone to fraying.

• A seam that is only used for decorative purposes.

• A seam that is reinforced with additional fabric layers for strength.

Directional Stitching

• Prevents a seam from changing or stretching while stitching, produced by stitching with or in the direction of the fabric grain.

• Allows for greater flexibility in fabric movement during stitching.

• Involves stitching in random directions to create a unique pattern.

• Is used primarily for decorative purposes rather than functional seams.

Flat-felled Seam

• A decorative seam that is weak and not functional.

• A self-finished seam that is decorative, strong, and functional, great for denim.

• A seam that is only used for decorative purposes and not for strength.

• A type of seam that is commonly used in knit fabrics.

Zig-zagged seam finish

• Fast, easy, and quick seam finish for most fabrics. Great for knit fabrics.

• A complex and time-consuming seam finish suitable for heavy fabrics.

• A decorative seam finish that adds embellishment to garments.

• A seam finish that requires specialized equipment and techniques.

Basting

• A type of fabric used for quilting

• A longer hand or machine stitch used as a stabilizer to hold layers of fabric together, often used for fitting, quilting, and home decor.

• A decorative stitch used for embellishing garments

• A method of cutting fabric into shapes

Stitch-in-the-ditch

• Holds two or more layers of fabric together at the seams. Secures necklines, armholes, and waistband facings.

• A decorative stitch used for embellishment on fabric surfaces.

• A technique for quilting that involves stitching through all layers of fabric.

• A method for attaching zippers to garments.

Topstitching

• A type of decorative or functional stitching on the outside of a garment that outlines seams and secures facings.

• A method of sewing that only attaches pockets to garments.

• A technique used exclusively for stitching pleats in fabric.

• A form of stitching that is only used for hems.

Hand Basting

• A technique for sewing fabric pieces together using a sewing machine.

• A long hand stitch used to hold layers of fabric together when pinning alone is not stable enough.

• A method of quilting that involves tying knots in the fabric.

• A type of embroidery stitch used for decorative purposes.