Crafting Sewing and Embroidery

Question 1

What tool is stretched tightly around fabric to keep it taut during hand embroidery?

Accepted Answer

Embroidery hoop

Answer

Canvas frame

Answer

Weaving loom

Answer

Tension ring

Question 2

Which sewing machine stitch is most commonly used for joining two pieces of fabric along a seam?

Accepted Answer

Straight stitch

Answer

Zigzag stitch

Answer

Buttonhole stitch

Answer

Blind hem stitch

Question 3

What does 'seam allowance' refer to in sewing?

Accepted Answer

The space between the cut edge of fabric and the stitching line

Answer

Decorative stitching along a garment edge

Answer

Extra fabric added specifically for hemming

Answer

The measurement of thread tension on the machine

Question 4

Which type of hand needle is specifically designed for embroidery and has a long eye for threading multiple strands of floss?

Accepted Answer

Crewel needle

Answer

Tapestry needle

Answer

Ballpoint needle

Answer

Sharps needle

Question 5

Which embroidery stitch consists of closely placed parallel stitches used to fill a shape with smooth, solid color?

Accepted Answer

Satin stitch

Answer

Backstitch

Answer

Running stitch

Answer

Stem stitch

Question 6

What is the standard seam allowance used in most commercial US sewing patterns?

Accepted Answer

5/8 inch

Answer

1/4 inch

Answer

3/8 inch

Answer

1 inch

Question 7

What is the purpose of 'basting' in sewing?

Accepted Answer

Temporarily holding fabric pieces together before final sewing

Answer

Permanently joining two fabric pieces with strong stitches

Answer

Finishing raw edges to prevent fraying

Answer

Pressing seams open with a steam iron