Crafting Textile Crafts 2

Question 1

In knitting, what does the abbreviation 'k2tog' instruct you to do?

Accepted Answer

Knit two stitches together as one

Answer

'K2tog' means knit two stitches together, a right-leaning decrease.

Question 2

Which natural fiber is produced by the silkworm?

Accepted Answer

Silk

Answer

Silk is spun by silkworms from a protein filament in their cocoons.

Question 3

What is the purpose of blocking a finished knitted or crocheted piece?

Accepted Answer

To set the shape and even out the stitches

Answer

Blocking uses moisture and shaping to relax fibers and even the stitches.

Question 4

In cross-stitch, stitches are typically worked on what type of fabric?

Accepted Answer

Aida cloth

Answer

Aida cloth has an even grid of holes ideal for counted cross-stitch.

Question 5

What does the term 'selvage' refer to on woven fabric?

Accepted Answer

The self-finished, non-fraying edge

Answer

The selvage is the tightly woven edge that keeps fabric from unraveling.

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