by Kendra
by Kendra
November 9, 2009 in General, Glossary
Also known as straight pleats, all face the same direction and the same distance apart. Typically seen on school girl type skirts, cheerleader skirts, and bed skirts.
by CJP374
July 16, 2009 in Glossary
A lapped method where one side of the fabric covers the teeth, it is very easy to get a neat result as the visible stitching is made on flat fabric before the zipper is in place.
Knight , Lorna. The Sewing Stitch and Textile Bible An illustrated guide to techniques and materials. Iola, Wi: Krause Publications, 2007.
by CJP374
by CJP374
July 16, 2009 in Glossary
This handy gadget allows small measurements to be checked easily. it is marked on both sides and is easy to manipulate when folding up hems, marking buttonholes, and positioning top stitching.
Knight , Lorna. The Sewing Stitch and Textile Bible An illustrated guide to techniques and materials. Iola, Wi: Krause Publications, 2007.
by CJP374
July 16, 2009 in Glossary
Made of wood or metal, a stick is ideal for measuring lengths of fabric from a roll. The stable nature of a yard (meter) stick is also helpful when cutting fabric fro drapes or shades.
Knight , Lorna. The Sewing Stitch and Textile Bible An illustrated guide to techniques and materials.  Iola, Wi: Krause Publications, 2007.
by CJP374
by CJP374
by CJP374
by CJP374
June 26, 2009 in Glossary
Ballpoint needles are designed to penetrate knit fabrics without nicking or damaging the fabric.
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Fiberfill, cotton, wool, or other material that is flattened and usually on a roll, purchased in precut lengths or by the yard. Uses of batting range from filling for placemats or vests to quilts. Simply, batting is the “fluff” inside the quilt or garment.
