Embroidery Basic Embroidery 4

Question 1

What is the function of a thimble in hand embroidery?

Accepted Answer

To protect the finger that pushes the needle through fabric

Answer

A thimble protects the middle or index finger from the repeated pressure of pushing the needle through fabric.

Question 2

Which direction should you generally work satin stitches relative to the shape being filled?

Accepted Answer

At an angle that best follows the shape's natural contour

Answer

Angling satin stitches to follow the natural contour of a leaf or petal creates a more realistic and visually appealing result.

Question 3

What is 'waste canvas' used for in embroidery?

Accepted Answer

Temporarily overlaying non-evenweave fabric to allow counted stitching

Answer

Waste canvas is a temporary grid fabric basted onto any fabric so counted stitches can be placed precisely; it is removed thread by thread after stitching is complete.

Question 4

What is the main advantage of using a hoop or frame while embroidering?

Accepted Answer

It keeps the fabric taut to prevent puckering and distortion

Answer

A hoop or frame holds the fabric at consistent tension so stitches don't pull the fabric and cause puckering or distortion.

Question 5

When splitting stranded embroidery floss, how do you separate the strands most effectively?

Accepted Answer

Cut the floss then strip each strand individually from a single length

Answer

Cutting the floss to working length first and then pulling strands off one at a time prevents tangling and twisting.

Embroidery Practice Test

Embroidery Practice Test

Embroidery Basic Embroidery 4