WorksheetsPattern Alterations & Basic Sewing Information
Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 9mins
What does place on the fold symbol look like?
The pattern alteration shown in the picture uses a method calling folding out. Does this make the pattern: longer, shorter, wider, narrower?
longer
shorter
wider
narrower
What does the grainline symbol look like?
What is the method of altering a pattern called that you see here
Shortening
Pinching or Folding Out
Slash & Spread
Adding Darts
True or False: Alterations should be made prior to cutting the fabric
True
False
True or False: Make legnth changes first then width
True
False
What is normal seam allowance
3/8"
1/2"
5/8"
7/8"
What is basting stitch legnth?
5
2.5
5/8"
1/4"
True or False: You should always make alterations to the fold line, not the outside seam
False
True
If you are making pants and the waist needs to be 1" smaller, how much are you taking off of each side seam
1"
4"
1/4"
1/2"
When applying interfacing what are two things you should do
Cut to exact size, mark and apply to good side of fabric
Trim it 1/2" and apply glue side to right side of fabric
Cut to exact size, mark and apply to wrong side of fabric
Trim it 1/2" and apply glue side to wrong side of fabric
