Textiles Second Semester Test Review 1 n To

Textiles Second Semester Test Review 1

n To make it easy to find the style you want, pattern catalogs are divided into tabbed sections marked for dresses, sportswear, and so on n Extra space in a garment pattern to give the wearer room to sit down is called ease 2

n A pattern is a set of tissue pieces and instructions for creating an item from fabric n Almost all patterns are multisized, meaning they are printed with several sizes on each piece 3

n The pattern envelop shows you how the finished garment should look n Fabric is sold in rolls called bolts n Usually the fewer the pattern pieces, the easier the construction of the garment 4

n When taking body measurements, males should measure neck and arm length and women should measure back, waist and bust n Figure types are size categories that are NOT determined by weight and body proportions 5

n Multisized patterns are printed with one style on the same pattern tissue n Stretch gauges showing how much fabric must stretch is on most pattern envelopes n Corduroy is a hard fabric to sew and work with 6

n The fabric suggestions on the pattern envelope will tell you what fabrics are suitable and what are not suitable n Checking the fabric for flaws and wrinkle resistance prior to purchase is important 7

n You cannot buy fabric that is narrower and wider than the ones listed on the pattern yardage chart n If you have selected a stripe, plaid or other fabric design that requires matching you may need to purchase extra yardage 8

n Notions are the smaller items needed to finish a garment n Polyester or polyester/cotton thread is recommended for knits and stretch fabrics because it has some stretch ability 9

n It is wise to choose interfacing that is the same weight as your fabric n A lining is sometimes included as a part of your garment n Although all sewing machines operate in a similar manner, there are differences among the make and models 10

n When changing a needle the first step is the unscrew the clamp n The bobbin holds the bottom thread in a sewing machine n Except for machines that have a bobbin winder built into the bobbin case, bobbins may be removed from the case in order to be wound 11

n The thread in a sewing machine goes from the spool pin through a thread guide to the tension discs n The take up lever directs the thread and keeps it from tangling n The placement of thread guides are different for each machine 12

n Using the longest stitch possible for machine basting makes the stitches easy to remove later n For reinforcement stitching, use 6 to 8 stitches per inch n The presser foot holds fabric against the feed dog, which moves the fabric forward 13

n A zipper foot is a machine accessory that can be adjusted for stitching close to zipper teeth n One of the most common causes of stitching problems is incorrect threading n The type of marking equipment you use depends primarily on the type of fabric you are marking 14

n Every pattern envelope contains tissue pattern pieces and notions n The back of the pattern envelop includes information needed for buying the fabric for a project n Cutting layouts are shown on the pattern guide 15

n Every pattern includes a fabric key that shows how to identify the right and wrong sides of fabric n Step by step sewing directions for cutting, marking, and sewing appear on the guide sheet 16

n On pattern pieces the symbol for the grain line is a line with an arrow n Design ease is the amount of fullness added to a pattern to allow for movement and comfort n You don’t need to trim away the extra tissue paper from around the pattern prior to cutting t out 17

n The grain of a piece can be straightened by pulling crosswise on the fabric n The cutting layout will show exactly how to fold the fabric and lay out the pattern pieces 18

n You never angle pattern pieces on the fabric unless shown to do that n Cutting layouts show exactly how to fold the fabric n After folding the fabric smooth it out with your hands 19

n When laying out the fabric, work on a large surface such as a table etc n Cut carefully around notches n Mark all construction markings, pleats, darts, buttonholes 20

n Fabric marking pens can be used to mark on the right side of fabric because the ink is removed n Machine basting is used to hold 2 or more pieces of fabric together temporarily until the permanent stitching is completed 21

n Standard seam is 5/8 of an inch n Unit construction method is the simplest way to sew a garment n To gather, stitch TWO machine basting and pull up bobbin thread from each end 22

n When selecting a pattern you should consider body shape, figure type and size, and sewing skill n Pattern envelope answers if the garment is fitted, full or loose, is a heavy weight or lightweight fabric and if a solid or print would work best 23

n When taking body measurements use a flexible measuring tape, hold the tape parallel to the floor, and hold it tightly n If you measurements fall between 2 sizes select the larger size if it is closely fitted 24

n A small over print fabric is a good choice for a beginner sewer n The yardage chart on the back of the pattern envelope lists how much fabric to buy for a particular size n Notion should be purchased when you buy your fabric so that colors can be matched, care requirements are compatible and you have everything you need 25

n An all purpose thread that can be used for sewing almost all fabrics is polyester and polyester/cotton n When you begin stitching on fabric with a conventional sewing machine turn the hand wheel to lower the needle 26

n The pattern envelope shows a drawing or photo of the design, pattern number, size and price, the amount of fabric and type of notions needed n The pattern guide sheet give you information concerning all marking, cutting and sewing 27

n Grain lines, stitching lines and hemlines are on the pattern pieces n Pattern pieces should be handled carefully so they do not tear n When using a mutlisized pattern, always mark the desired cutting lines 28

n You should always make any adjustments in the pattern pieces after laying out the pattern but before cutting the fabric n For most layouts, the fabric is folded with the right side in n Pattern lines and symbols can be transferred to fabrics with tailor chalk, marking pens, tracing wheel and paper 29

n The pattern guide, which contains all the patter pieces, has illustrations of the finished garment on its from and line drawing on its back n When working with fabrics that have a plaid design it is important to have all the pattern pieces laid out in the same direction 30

n Some notions, such as lining, interfacing, trip and elastic are purchased by the yard or meter n After winding the bobbin you need to tighten the hand wheel n Remove stitching mistakes with a seam ripper 31

n Always test your fabric before pressing with an iron n Never press over pins n Fabric key indicates wrong and right sides of fabric 32

n Lay out pattern pieces as they are shown on the guide n An arrow or “place on fold” bracket indicates the grain line n Keep all your scraps just in case 33

n Pre washing fabric helps remove fabric finishes n Leave all pattern pieces on the fabric until you are ready to sew n Most machines use universal needles 34

n Bobbin hold the bottom thread n The lockstitch is what a sewing machine produces n Presser foot holds fabric against the feed dogs n The feed dogs pull the fabric through the machine 35

n The foot pedal controls the speed of the machine and turns it off n Stitching problems are caused by inappropriate threading of the machine n Routine care is required on machines after each project 36

n Machines need regular oiling n The spool of thread is held at the top of the machine n Tension affects the stitch appearance 37

n A machine cannot work with a broken needle n Thread must pass through the thread guides and then the needle n Raise your bobbin thread before you begin to sew 38

n Backstitching is required at the beginning and end of a seam n Basting stitches are meant to be taken out 39