Crafting Sewing and Embroidery 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What does 'grain line' indicate on a sewing pattern?
- How to align the pattern piece with the fabric's selvage and warp threads (Correct answer)
- The weight of fabric measured per yard
- The decorative woven border along the fabric edge
- The recommended spacing between embroidery stitches
Correct answer: How to align the pattern piece with the fabric's selvage and warp threads
The grain line arrow on a pattern piece shows how to align it parallel to the selvage (warp threads) for correct drape and fit.
Question 2: Which embroidery stitch creates a twisted, rope-like line ideal for outlines and lettering?
- Satin stitch
- French knot
- Stem stitch (Correct answer)
- Lazy daisy stitch
Correct answer: Stem stitch
The stem stitch creates a twisted, continuous line by overlapping stitches at an angle, making it perfect for curved outlines and lettering.
Question 3: What type of interfacing bonds permanently to fabric when pressed with a hot iron?
- Cut-away interfacing
- Fusible interfacing (Correct answer)
- Tear-away interfacing
- Water-soluble interfacing
Correct answer: Fusible interfacing
Fusible interfacing has a heat-activated adhesive coating that permanently bonds it to fabric when pressed with an iron, adding structure and stability.
Question 4: Which fabric is most commonly used for counted cross-stitch due to its evenly spaced grid-like holes?
- Silk organza
- Aida cloth (Correct answer)
- Unbleached muslin
- Raw denim
Correct answer: Aida cloth
Aida cloth has an even, blockweave structure with clearly defined holes that make it easy to count squares and place cross-stitches accurately.
Question 5: How is a French knot created in embroidery?
- By wrapping thread around the needle then inserting it back through the fabric to form a raised dot (Correct answer)
- By looping thread under a previous stitch to anchor it to the fabric
- By tying a knot at the end of the thread before beginning a stitch
- By pulling thread through a previous stitch in a figure-eight motion
Correct answer: By wrapping thread around the needle then inserting it back through the fabric to form a raised dot
A French knot is formed by wrapping the thread around the needle one or more times and then inserting the needle back through the fabric, creating a small raised dot.
Question 6: What is the function of the presser foot on a sewing machine?
- It controls the speed of the motor via foot pressure
- It holds fabric flat against the feed dogs for even feeding (Correct answer)
- It houses the needle bar and thread take-up lever
- It regulates upper thread tension during stitching
Correct answer: It holds fabric flat against the feed dogs for even feeding
The presser foot holds fabric firmly against the feed dogs, ensuring consistent fabric movement and even stitch formation as you sew.
Question 7: Which fabric is described as having a 'nap' that requires all pattern pieces to be cut in the same direction?
- Cotton muslin
- Silk charmeuse
- Velvet (Correct answer)
- Linen
Correct answer: Velvet
Velvet has a cut pile (nap) that reflects light differently depending on direction, so all pattern pieces must be laid and cut in the same direction to avoid color inconsistency.
Crafting Sewing and Embroidery 2
What does 'grain line' indicate on a sewing pattern?