chapter 18 vocabulary

Question 1

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

Answer 1

Selvage

Question 2

step-by-step instructions for sewing a pattern.

Answer 2

guide sheet

Question 3

diagrams of how the pattern pieces should be placed on the fabric

Answer 3

layouts

Question 4

guides on pattern pieces

Answer 4

markings

Question 5

The grain of woven fabric on the diagonal

Answer 5

bias

Question 6

changes to the pattern to make the garment fit.

Answer 6

alterations

Question 7

the amount of fullness added for movement and comfort.

Answer 7

ease

Question 8

a row of stitching made on or very near the seam lie within the seam allowance.

Answer 8

stay stitching

Question 9

a fabric tunnel, typically around the waistline, made to enclose a drawstring or elastic.

Answer 9

casings

Question 10

two or four holes through it and no loop on the back.

Answer 10

sew-through

Question 11

a type of fastener attached to a garment in order to secure an opening either by passing it through a loop or a buttonhole.

Answer 11

button

Question 12

stem on the back.

Answer 12

shank button

Question 13

large cylinders used to hold thread.

Answer 13

cones

Question 14

rounded parts that hold the thread inside a serger.

Answer 14

loopers

Question 15

a length of thread shaped like a chain.

Answer 15

tail chain