WorksheetsSimple Textile Embellishments
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
The word embellishment means .......
The process of dressing up in special clothes
Enriching the surface by adding ornaments or decorations
Having a good feeling in your belly
All of the above
Embellishments can be used on ......
Bags, shoes, clothing, hats, gloves
Bags only
Shoes only
Clothing items only
Applique is .........
Something that is attached to the surface of an item.
Anything coloured that is sewn onto the surface of a fabric.
A decorative design or cut out feature that is sewn onto the surface of a fabric.
A textured shape that is applied to a surface.
Vliesofix is a material that is used to attach the appliqué design onto the fabric before it is stitched, either by hand or sewing machine.
This is not a true statement as it is not necessary to use vliesofix or similar material when doing appliqué.
This is not a true statement as appliqué does not require stitching.
This is not a true statement as appliqué cannot be stitched by hand.
This is a true statement.
Two methods of appliqué are ......
Raw edge stitching and traditional stitching methods.
Raw edge and contemporary
Traditional and ironing the design onto the fabric
Modern stitching and glueing.
Stencil work is a technique that can be used to embellish the surface of items such as a carry bag.
Freezer paper can be used to make a stencil and can be used several times.
Freezer paper, paint, paint brush or sponge roller, iron and a sewing machine are all necessary to do stencil work
When the stencil design has dried, it is necessary to heat set the design with a hot iron.
Each of the above statements are correct.
Can buttons be used to embellish a Textile item ?
Yes but only some buttons can be used as embellishments.
Yes but only flat buttons can be used to embellish an item
Yes, all buttons can be used as embellishments and you are only limited by your creativity.
No, buttons should only be used as fasteners on textile items.
Hand embroidery stitches can be used to embellish the surface of a textile item and can create an element of creativity and originality.
This is a true statement.
This is a false statement.
This was true many years ago but not true today.
Who would bother today hand sewing today when sewing machines can complete all stitching required.
Which of the following items can be used to embellish a textile item ?
Beads and pearls
Sequins and tassels
Pom poms and fringing
All of the above
Patchwork is a technique that involves sewing together different coloured and patterned pieces of fabric. Which statement is correct ?
Patchwork has limited uses and is used mainly when recycling scrap fabric.
Patchwork has limited uses and is mainly used for large items such as bed covers.
Patchwork has many and varied applications including large decorative items, pockets on bags and jackets, wall quilts and cushion covers.
Patchwork is used mainly for small items such as baby clothes and bootees.
