a small cutting tool with handles of the same shape

the amount of fullness needed for wearing comfort and movement

laying pattern pieces correctly and measuring to the straight edge assures that the piece is cut with the

a cutting tool with long blades and handles of different shape

a line of stitching that is done on a single piece of fabric; usually stitched 4/8" from the edge of the fabric

a closed tunnel of fabric typically holding elastic of a drawstring

a flat edge finish usually created by folding and securing in place with stitching; stitching can be done by machine or by hand; our boxers had a double folded edge

a diagonal grain in the fabric; this grain has the most stretch

cutting away excess fabric from the seam allowance to reduce bulk

long stitches that can be put in fabric and drawn up to create fullness