Chapter 18 vocab

Question 1

The tightly woven edge of the fabric that has no visible loose threads.

Answer 1

Salvage

Question 2

straightening the fabric by pulling it on the true diagonal

Answer 2

bias

Question 3

a set of step-by-step instructions for sewing a pattern

Answer 3

guide sheet

Question 4

diagrams showing how pattern pieces should be placed on fabric

Answer 4

Layout

Question 5

guides located on pattern pieces

Answer 5

markings

Question 6

changes made to clothing to make the garment fit

Answer 6

alterations

Question 7

the amount of fullness added in a garment for movement and comfort

Answer 7

ease

Question 8

a row of stitching made on or very near the seam line within the seam allowance. prevents stretching and helps in turning over edges.

Answer 8

stay stitching

Question 9

fabric tunnels that are made to enclose elastic or drawstrings

Answer 9

casings

Question 10

a button with two or four holes through it and no loop on the back

Answer 10

sew-through button

Question 11

a button with a stem on the back

Answer 11

shank button

Question 12

large cylinders that are used to hold thread on a serger

Answer 12

cones

Question 13

rounded parts that hold the thread inside the serger

Answer 13

loopers

Question 14

a length of thread shaped like a chain. it keeps the fabric from raveling and eliminates the need to tie off the threads of the serged seam

Answer 14

tail chain