Sewing & Fashion
The term used to describe the process of using a needle and thread to create decorative patterns on fabric
What is Embroidery?
There are many types of embroidery. Can you name a few?
He got his start acting in films like 1963’s It Happened at the World’s Fair. He is also known for starring in movies like Overboard and Swing Shift with his longtime love, actress Goldie Hawn
Who is Kurt Russell?
Russell’s first acting role was an uncredited appearance on the Dennis the Menace TV show when he was 11.
The Pillsbury mascot, introduced in 1965
What is white?
The Doughboy, as he is called, is the invention of advertising agency Leo Burnett.
She was the longest-reigning British monarch
Who was Queen Elizabeth II?
She surpassed Queen Victoria’s long-running reigning 2015, and in June of 2022, she became the second-longest-reigning monarch in the world before her death three months later at age 96.
This common animal can kill up to 3.7 billion birds per year.
What are domestic cats?
If you’ve ever had an outdoor cat, you know they love to bring their “trophies” to the door for you.
The name of the piece of fabric that is folded over and sewn at the edge of a garment to prevent it from unraveling
What is the hem?
The technique sometimes involves the use of different-colored threads.
This actor and filmmaker got his start in acting as a child, with roles such as Opie on The Andy Griffith Show.
Who is Ron Howard? He acted in several television shows even before he took the role of Opie, including an episode of The Twilight Zone in 1959. His directorial debut came in 1977 with Grand Theft Auto.
The outfit worn by Sir Charms, the Lucky Charms cereal mascot
What is green?
Often called Lucky the Leprechaun, he was introduced on St. Patrick’s Day in 1964.
She was the younger sister of Queen Elizabeth II.
Who was Princess Margaret?
Known as a rebel, many described her as “the family’s wild child” and the “party princess.”
This bird was once used as a carrier.
Answer: What is pigeon?
They were used until 1840. The last known passenger pigeon died in 1914.
This designer created the little black dress in 1926.
Who is Coco Chanel?
The dress was a simple, elegant, and versatile piece that could be dressed up or down depending on the occasion.
This child prodigy is known for musical ditties like “My Cherie Amour” and “You Are the Sunshine of My Life.”
Who is Stevie Wonder? Wonder taught himself to play drums, piano, and harmonica by age 10, and he first began recording music at age 11.
The first-ever Post-It notes, invented at 3M in 1974
What is yellow?
If you’re wondering why yellow, it was simply the color of paper the scientists had laying around as scrap!
She and Prince Andrew divorced.
Who is Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York (aka Fergie)?
The couple is still close and have always presented a united front for their children. Ferguson’s engagement ring is a ruby surrounded by diamonds, similar in style to Princess Diana’s engagement ring.
This bird lays the tiniest egg
What is hummingbird?
The type of hummingbird is up for debate, but Guinness World Records currently states that the vervain hummingbird lays the smallest eggs.
This first lady was a major influence of fashion in the 1960's
Who is Jacqueline Kennedy?
She popularized items such as the pillbox hat, tailored coats, and strapless gowns.
This childhood chess prodigy is known for his defeat of Soviet chess player Boris Spassky.
Who is Bobby Fischer? Fischer made history as the youngest grandmaster to date when he received the title in 1958 at just 15 years old.
The Cloud, Prince’s custom-built guitar that stars alongside him in the film Purple Rain
What is white?
The guitar is the creation of Dave Rusan,who has built about 40 replicas of the iconic instrument.
England has had this number of kings named Charles
What is three?
King Charles I was beheaded for treason. The once-exiled King Charles II was known as the “Merry Monarch.” King Charles III became king in September 2022, upon the passing of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II.
This director used over 25,000 live birds in the filming of the 1963 movie The Birds.
Who is Alfred Hitchcock?
When they didn’t want the birds to fly, they fed them wheat and whiskey.
This item of clothing was invented by Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis in 1873
What are blue jeans?
The small pocket on the front right side was originally designed to hold a pocket watch.
This musician was known for “Back in the High Life” and for working with the musical groups Traffic and Blind Faith.
Who is Steve Winwood?
Winwood first rose to fame as a teen in the ’60s, playing with the Spencer Davis Group.
The 1932 Ford Coupe driven by John Milner in American Graffiti
What is yellow?
The film features many iconic cars, including a Thunderbird and an Edsel.
During the exchange of vows at the televised royal wedding, Diana Spencer misspoke and vowed to marry Philip Charles Arthur George instead of this person (long-form name).
Who is Charles Philip Arthur George?
Princess Diana mistakenly switched the two first names during her vows. Technically, she agreed to marry Prince Philip, Charles’ father.
This is the term for the study of birds.
What is ornithology?
Ornithology is a branch of zoology and gets its name from the Greek prefix ornith-, which means “bird.”