Tailor Tools 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which tool is used to mark fabric with temporary lines that can be brushed or steamed away?
- Tailor's chalk (Correct answer)
- Seam ripper
- Pinking shears
- Bodkin
Correct answer: Tailor's chalk
Tailor's chalk leaves erasable marks for cutting and sewing guidelines.
Question 2: What is the primary purpose of a seam ripper?
- Removing stitches (Correct answer)
- Cutting buttonholes only
- Measuring seams
- Pressing seams
Correct answer: Removing stitches
A seam ripper has a sharp pointed blade to cut and remove unwanted stitches.
Question 3: Which scissors create a zigzag edge to reduce fabric fraying?
- Pinking shears (Correct answer)
- Embroidery scissors
- Dressmaker shears
- Snips
Correct answer: Pinking shears
Pinking shears cut a serrated zigzag that limits raveling of woven fabric edges.
Question 4: A bodkin is most commonly used to:
- Thread elastic or cord through a casing (Correct answer)
- Cut heavy fabric
- Press darts
- Mark hems
Correct answer: Thread elastic or cord through a casing
A bodkin is a blunt needle-like tool that pulls elastic, ribbon, or cord through a casing.
Question 5: Which tool measures a curved seam or the body more accurately than a rigid ruler?
- Tape measure (Correct answer)
- Yardstick
- L-square
- French curve only
Correct answer: Tape measure
A flexible tape measure conforms to body curves and curved seams for accurate readings.
Question 6: What is a thimble used for?
- Protecting the finger when pushing a needle (Correct answer)
- Cutting thread
- Marking fabric
- Holding pins
Correct answer: Protecting the finger when pushing a needle
A thimble shields the fingertip and helps push the needle through thick fabric.
Question 7: Which tool is best for picking up and turning out sharp corners on a collar?
- Point turner (Correct answer)
- Seam gauge
- Rotary cutter
- Awl
Correct answer: Point turner
A point turner gently pushes out crisp corners without poking through the fabric.
Tailor Tools 2
Which tool is used to mark fabric with temporary lines that can be brushed or steamed away?