Embroidery Embroidery Finishing and Care 2

Question 1

What type of glass is recommended when framing embroidery to protect it long-term?

Accepted Answer

UV-filtering conservation glass or acrylic

Answer

UV-filtering conservation glass or acrylic blocks harmful ultraviolet light that causes thread colors to fade and fibers to degrade over time.

Question 2

What is 'lacing' in the context of mounting embroidery for framing?

Accepted Answer

Securing fabric to a backing board by lacing thread across the back in a grid pattern

Answer

Lacing involves stretching the embroidery over a backing board and securing it by threading thread or twine back and forth across the back of the board in a grid pattern.

Question 3

Why is it important to leave a margin of unstitched fabric around the design when finishing for framing?

Accepted Answer

To provide fabric for wrapping and securing around the mounting board

Answer

A border of unstitched fabric around the design is essential for wrapping around the mounting board or stretcher bars and securing at the back when framing.

Question 4

What does 'pH-neutral' mean in the context of embroidery storage and framing materials?

Accepted Answer

The material has neither acidic nor alkaline properties that could degrade fibers

Answer

pH-neutral (acid-free) materials have a neutral pH that does not contain acids that would chemically degrade or discolor fabric and thread fibers over time.

Question 5

How should embroidery be handled when being washed to prevent damage?

Accepted Answer

Support the full weight of wet fabric gently and avoid wringing or twisting

Answer

Wet fabric is heavy and fragile; supporting its full weight and avoiding wringing or twisting prevents thread breakage and fabric distortion during washing.

Embroidery Practice Test

Embroidery Practice Test

Embroidery Embroidery Finishing and Care 2