Machine stitch
Standard seam stitch
10-12 per inch
Seam finish:
quick and professional appearance
Serged finish
Quickest , easiest way to temporarily fix a hem
fusible web
enclose elastic in drawstring bags to control fullness at waist line
Casing
Sewing 2 pieces of fabric with 5/8 stitch
plain seam
visible on the outside of the finished garment
Topstitch
Stitch:
prevents the seams from pulling apart at the end
Backstitching
You can only _____ the hem by machine
Topstitch
Which type of button has a Metal hoop on the back
Shank button
Add extra stability to fabric
Interfacing
Basting stitch
6-8 stitches
Stitch:
completed with a single thread; for the pillow we used double thread
Slipstitch
True or False:
A properly sewn hem should hang straight and uneven
False...even
What is used to keep zippers from coming unzipped
Hook and eye
Taper the non- public side of the seam allowance
Grading
Reinforce stitch
15 -20 stitches
_____ are used in a 9 inch side seam opening of a dress
Zippers
Which hem do we use for the bottom of a dress shirt
turned and stitched hem
Which button do you use for a sewn thread shank?
Sew-Through Button
nylon tape fastener w/ 2 interlock strips
Hook and loop tape
What number did you change the machine for Overcast stitch
16
List 4 methods to reduce bulk
Trim
clip
notch
grade
can be used to ensure the stitches are not easily visible on the outside of dress pants
Machine blind hem
Used to sew two pieces of fabric together that are slightly different sizes
easing
Any method that stitches or trims seam allowances to prevent fraying, improve strength and apparel appearance.
Seam Finish