Scissors or Shears
Sharp tool used to cut fabric
What are shears?
plastic tool used to get body measurements
What is a Tape Measure?
Used to store pins
What is a pin cushion?
the item that holds the bottom thread for machine sewing
What is a bobbin?
sliding the iron across the fabric; usually done to a finished garment
What is ironing?
less than 6 inches in length; used to snip thread or trim seams
What are scissors?
use to remove stitching mistakes
What is a seam ripper?
Holds your fabric together so that it doesn't move around on you
What are straight pins?
Thread that is highly durable and washable
What is All-Purpose Thread?
placing the iron down on the fabric, and lifting it to move it to a new area; there is less chance of warping the fabric with this process
What is pressing?
creates a zig zag pattern when cut
What are Pinking Shears?
protects your middle finger when hand sewing
What is a thimble?
has a smooth shank, pointed end, and an eye for carrying thread
What is a hand sewing needle?
Less durable thread that will not shrink or stretch
What is Polyester Thread?
temperature that can be tolerated by natural fibers
What is high heat?
the correct place for your thumb when using shears
What is the small round hole?
Short ruler for checking width
What is a seam gauge?
Has a point, but also has an enclosed hood that locks the point in place for long-term use
What is a safety pin?
Used for decorative purposes
What is Embroidery Thread?
this type of seam would be best pressed on a tailor's ham or sleeve roll
What is a curved seam?
the correct use for pinking shears
What is finishing a seam?
A flat tool with a pointed end used on corners
What is a point turner?
The eye of this needle is at the sharp pointed end
What is a machine sewing needle?
Very heavyweight thread designed to handle stress and abuse
What is Upholstery Thread?
the typical side of fabric that you would press a seam open on
What is the wrong side?