seam quality and stitching techniques

Way of treating a seam edge to prevent raveling and to make the seam stronger and longer wearing.

• Turned and Stitch Finish

• Seam Finish

• Plain Seam

• Topstitched Seam

At the start of a stitch you should...............

• Tie a knot

• Locking stitch

• Thread a needle

• Use a pin

Why might you use a decorative stitch?

• To make your work more aesthetically pleasing.

• To seal the edge of fabric

• To attach some lining material

• To sew buttons on

A sewist might choose different stitch lengths for various fabric types because:

• different fabrics require different tension settings

• it affects the durability and appearance of the seam

• it helps in saving thread

• it makes the sewing process faster

Which of the following best describes the difference between topstitching and edgestitching?

• Topstitching is done on the edge of the fabric, while edgestitching is done away from the edge.

• Topstitching is decorative, while edgestitching is functional.

• Topstitching is done away from the edge, while edgestitching is done on the edge.

• Topstitching and edgestitching are the same.

Reinforcement stitching is used in specific garment areas because:

• it enhances the aesthetic appeal of the garment.

• it strengthens areas that experience more stress and wear.

• it reduces the cost of production.

• it makes the garment waterproof.

How do stitch lengths differ between fine and heavy fabrics?

• Stitch lengths are longer for fine fabrics and shorter for heavy fabrics.

• Stitch lengths are shorter for fine fabrics and longer for heavy fabrics.

• Stitch lengths are the same for both fine and heavy fabrics.

• Stitch lengths vary randomly for both fine and heavy fabrics.

Stay-stitching prevents:

• fraying of fabric edges

• stretching of fabric edges

• color fading

• shrinkage after washing

List three purposes of basting stitches..

• To temporarily hold fabric in place, to mark guidelines, and to ease fabric into place.

• To permanently sew seams, to add decorative elements, and to reinforce edges.

• To create buttonholes, to attach zippers, and to hem garments.

• To finish raw edges, to add pleats, and to create gathers.

Which stitch is shown above

• Running stitch

• Chain stitch

• Uneven tacking

• Backstitch