WorksheetsSewing Basics Review
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 18mins
What is the purpose of seam finishes?
make the seam look pretty
strengthen the seam
keeps the edging from fraying
none of the above
Which of the following is a measuring device?
seam gauge
measuring tape
hem marker
all of the above
Which part holds the lower thread in the machine?
stitch length control
spool pin
bobbin
none of the above
Which of the following provides extra support in collars and cuffs on clothing?
interfacing
tissue
pattern paper
none of the above
When stitching a normal seam, the fabric needs to be
stitched on the edge of the presser foot
backstitched at the beginning and end of the seam
basted, using #4 on the stitch length control
none of the above
The easiest and quickest methods for finishing a seam so that it will not ravel are
zigzag stitching and serging
hand overcast and overlock stitch
machine zigzag and pinked
bound and hemmed
You can reduce bulk in seam allowances by
trimming
grading
clipping
all of the above
When stitching a seam with a serger, all is done in one step except
slipstitch
backstitch
catchstitch
overcasting
A(n) ______________ is almost invisible and used to attach a folded edge to another piece of fabric.
slipstitch
backstitch
catchstitch
overcast stitch
A machine stitch that keeps a facing or bottom layer of fabric rolled out of sight and goes in the facing and seam allowance is called
topstitching
edgestitching
understitching
backstitching
When stay stitching, you should stitch
on a single layer
1/2 inch from the seam line
after pinning pieces together
with a basting stitch
When pinning pattern pieces, an arrow or "place on fold" bracket indicates
the selvage
the cutting line
the grain line
the adjustment line
Preshrinking the fabric is done to
prevent or minimize garment shrinkage
clean the fabric
remove some fabric finishes
both A and C
The two finished lengthwise edges of fabric are called
lengthwise grain
crosswise grain
selvage
none of the above
Pattern pieces should be
handled carefully so they do not tear
cut in half, then pressed with a cool, dry iron
cut in quarters
none of the above
The pattern guide sheet gives you information concerning all of the following EXCEPT
marking
cutting
fabric selection
sewing
The pattern envelope shows
a drawing or photograph of the design
the pattern number, size and price
the amount of fabric and type of notions needed
all of the above
To press curved areas of a garment, such as darts and curved seams, use a
press cloth
tailor's ham
sleeve board
seam roll
All of the following statements are true of thimbles EXCEPT that
they are made of metal or plastic
they are used to store needles when not in use
they come in different sizes
they help protect your finger when sewing by hand
In order to protect certain fabrics from developing a shine or glossy when pressing, use a
smooth padded ironing board
press cloth
combination of steam-dry iron
seam roll
Marking tools are used for
transferring pattern symbols to the fabric
cutting through multiple layers of fabric
measuring darts, buttonholes, pleats and hems
laying out the pattern on the fabric
The best tool to use when cutting out fabric pieces is
scissors
embroidery scissors
dressmaker's shears
pinking shears
Specialty measuring items include all of the following EXCEPT
a transparent ruler
a skirt marker
a sewing gauge
a tracing marker
Sergers have all of the following parts EXCEPT
spools pins
loopers
knives
bobbin cases
A serger can be used for all of the following EXCEPT
stitching seams
Stitching hems
stitching buttonholes
finishing conventional seam edges
When you begin stitching on fabric with a conventinal sewing machine,
make sure the thread take up lever is in the highest postition
pull both threads behind the presser foot
line up the fabric edge with 5/8" guide line
all of the above
All of the following are found on a conventional sewing machine EXCEPT
a bobbin
a tension dial
loopers
a presser foot
When choosing thread, if you cannot find one that is the same color as your fabric, choose one that is a
shade lighter
shade darker
contrasting color
none of the above
Notions should be purchased when you buy your fabric so that
the colors can be matched
the care requirements are compatible
you will have everything you need for the project
all of the above
The ______________ on the back of the pattern envelope lists how much fabric to buy for a particular size.
yardage chart
stretch gauge
figure type
hangtag
A ______________ fabric would be considered a good choice for the beginning sewer
slippery
small, all over print
loosely woven
one-way design
The pattern envelope answers all of the following questions EXCEPT
Is the garment fitted to the shape of the body or full and loose?
Is a heavyweight or lightweight fabric best for this garment?
Is the garment likely to remain stylish for at least 5 years?
Is a solid or print the best design option?
The set-in, raglan and kimono are three basic ______________ styles.
sleeve
collar
pant
coat
_________________ is a French expression meaning "ahead of fashion".
Bateau
Jaquette
Jabot
Avant-garde
When people build an interest in a style and gradually start to accept it, a fashion ___________ take place
fad
trend
reality
cycle
