Crafting Textile Crafts 4

Question 1

What does 'CO' typically stand for in a knitting pattern?

Accepted Answer

Cast on

Answer

'CO' means cast on, the method of creating the first row of stitches.

Question 2

Batik fabric decoration relies on which resist material?

Accepted Answer

Wax

Answer

Batik applies wax to block dye from penetrating certain areas of the cloth.

Question 3

In quilting, what are the three layers of a quilt called collectively?

Accepted Answer

The quilt sandwich (top, batting, backing)

Answer

A quilt has a top, a batting middle for warmth, and a backing layer.

Question 4

Which knotting craft uses square knots and half-hitches to create wall hangings and plant hangers?

Accepted Answer

Macramé

Answer

Macramé creates textiles entirely from decorative knotting rather than weaving.

Question 5

What is the purpose of a stitch marker in knitting?

Accepted Answer

To mark a position such as a pattern repeat or round start

Answer

Stitch markers flag key positions so you can track patterns and increases.

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