What is "bird nesting"?

sewing machine problem where threads get tangled on the bottom of a seam

The proper technique for pressing seams is to:

raise and lower the iron onto the fabric

To avoid injury, all of the following should be done when threading the sewing machine, except

have your foot on or near foot control

How is the inseam measurement for pants determined?

measure from the crotch along inside leg to desired length

What is the correct procedure for taking the back waist length?

measure from bone at base of the neck to the waistline

Sergers and Sewing Machines are alike in what ways?

both have needle plate and hand wheel.

To take the hip measurement, the take measure should be placed:

around the fullest part of the hip

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1
What is "bird nesting"?
something birds do in trees
a technique for pulling strings through hoodies
the technique of putting your bobbin in the bobbin case
sewing machine problem where threads get tangled on the bottom of a seam
2
Great for light-weight to medium fabrics - turn 1/4"
zigzag
turned and stitched
pinked
serged/overlocked
3
You MUST have a serger if you are going to sew.
True
False
4
To obtain accurate body measurements:
ask the teacher to make an educated guess
work with a partner
compare one's measurements with a friends'
measure oneself
5
The proper technique for pressing seams is to:
raise and lower the iron onto the fabric
iron with lots of pressure/back & forth
steam and do not touch the fabric
hold the iron in place as long as possible
6
To avoid injury, all of the following should be done when threading the sewing machine, except
lower presser foot for ease of threading needle
leave machine off
have your foot on or near foot control
have take-up lever at highest position
7
How is the inseam measurement for pants determined?
add 1" to the desired measurement
compare measurements with classmates'
guess from numbers found on the pattern envelope
measure from the crotch along inside leg to desired length
8
The pattern identification number can be found on the:
sewing kit
sewing machine
envelope front
cashier's check-out tape
9
Stevi needs a zipper for a pillow. Where on the back of pattern envelope should she look?
notions
yardage chart
suggested fabrics
written descriptions
10
If your sewing machine thread is breaking, you should first take a look around the area where the thread is breaking.
True
False
11
To reduce bulk in an outward seam you would:
notch
clip
grade
trim
12
Which direction should you never rip when using the seam ripper?
towards yourself
towards the sewing machine
away from yourself
downwards
13
The amount of fabric needed to make a project is found on what chart on the pattern envelope?
body measurements
garment completion
yardage
notions
14
What is the correct procedure for taking the back waist length?
measure side from waistline string to desired length
measure the circumference 7" to 9" below the waist
measure from the waist at center back to desired length
measure from bone at base of the neck to the waistline
15
A drawing or photograph that shows the style the pattern will make is found on the:
pattern pieces
envelope front
inside flap of the envelope
teacher's handbook
16
What type of interfacing is sewn in using a basting stitch?
sew-in or non-fusible
iron on
glued
fusible
17
You use pinking shears for this seam finish
zig-zag
turned & stitched
stitched & pinked
serged or overlocked
18
What do dotted lines on a pattern piece indicate?
adjustment line
seamline
cutting line
fold line
19
When not in use, the iron should be resting on
it's side
the soleplate
the floor
the heel
20
What type of interfacing is applied with an iron?
fusible
glued
non-fusible
tear-away
21
Standard seam allowance is:
1/4"
1/2"
5/8"
1"
22
What diagram on the guide sheet shows how to arrange the different pattern pieces on fabric?
basting layout
pressing layout
cutting layout
sewing layout
23
What is something that you do to the edges of your seam allowance to keep them from fraying?
grade
enclose
trim
seam finish
24
Men's dress shirts are sized according to:
inseam and wrist size
neck size and arm length
chest and waist measurement
back waist length
25
When grading a seam allowance the widest seam allowance is next to the outside of the garment
False
True
26
Sergers and Sewing Machines are alike in what ways?
both have knives/blades for trimming fabric as you sew.
both use a bobbin.
both have needle plate and hand wheel.
both use 3 or more threads.
27
What is a great seam finish for knits?
serge
zig zag edge
turned & stitched
pinked
28
To use the tape measure for basic body measurements, be sure this tool is:
at least 2" long
bound with fabric
held snug, but not tight
held very loosely in all areas
29
Which step should be completed first when making buttons/buttonholes?
make the thread shank
stitch the buttonholes
sew the button on
attach the snap
30
This quick and easy seam finish is great for knit fabrics
zigzag
turned & stitched
pinked
stitched & pinked
31
What are the most common causes of bird nesting?
bobbin is not loaded correctly
All of the above
machine is not threaded properly
you are using the wrong type of needle for your fabric.
32
When grading a seam allowance the widest seam allowance is next to the outside of the garment
True
False
33
Lisa's hips are 38" and her waist is 27". What size should she make in a the View A skirt?
16
12
10
14
34
This seam is strong and decorative and found on your denim jeans
french
flat-felled
plain
seam
35
What nylon tape fastener used in making a wallet is machine stitched in place.
buttons/buttonholes
hook & loop tape
hook & eye
snaps
36
Susie wears a size 6 skirt & she loves a printed fabric that is 45" wide. If she wants to make skirt A, how much fabric?
2 1/2 yards
1 3/4 yards
2 1/4 yards
2 yards
37
Added fullness, beyond wearing ease, that is incorporated by a designer to create a particular silhouette or shape is?
comfort ease
fullness
unisex
design ease
38
To take the hip measurement, the take measure should be placed:
around the fullest part of the hip
with 3-4" of ease
as tightly as possible
exactly 5" below the waist
39
Jane notices a line with arrows at each end in the center of her pattern pieces. Which pattern symbol is this?
square, dot or triangle
buttonhole
notch
grainline
40
Great for all fabrics, uses the overlock machine which sews, cuts and finishes all in one
zigzag
turned & stitched
serged
pinked
41
This regulates the starting, running, and stopping of the machine
bobbin case
thread guides
foot control
bobbin winder
42
A triangular fold of fabric stitched to a point which often points to our fullest parts on garments is called?
casing
gathering
dart
easing
43
The proper way to end a serged seam is to:
use the automatic thread cutter
chain off
raise the presser foot and pull out the fabric
stop quickly and use scissors to cut the chain really short
44
Where on the pattern envelope are details about the apparel item?
suggested fabrics
yardage
written descriptions
notions
45
Velcro®, a fastener that is made from nylon and has 2 parts that interlock, generic name is:
hook & loop tape
bodkin
ball & socket
hook & eyes
46
What patterns are designed for either males or females?
juniors
boys
unisex
petite
47
When laying out a pattern, what measuring tool is used to check the grain line?
tracing wheel
tape measure
tailor's chalk
seam ripper
48
A row of stitching that will be visible on the outside of the finished garment is called?
under stitching
stay stitching
standard stitching
top stitching
49
Part of the guidesheet that shows how to correctly place the pattern pieces on the fabric?
pattern sketch
cutting layout
variant
guide sheet
50
Brianna wants to make a knit skirt. She choses to use a serger because it performs all of these steps at the same time:
wash, dry, fold
Trim, seam, and finish
Seam, fold, and finish
Cut, sew, clip
51
Monica is shopping for a dress on the Internet & has to provide body measurements to determine her size. Which is best?
waist
bust
hip
arm length
52
Care instructions for fabric can be found on the:
pattern envelope
bolt for the fabric
selvege of the fabric
receipt
53
Row or line of stitching resulting in holding 2 layers of fabric together is called a
finish
stitch
seam
plain
54
Luis created a pair of pajama pants and folded down the top to form a "tunnel" for his elastic. This would be called a?
Self casing
Applied casing
55
The best way to hand a pair of scissors to a classmate is by...
extending the closed blade first
extending with open blades facing you
extending the handle first
sliding them along the floor or counter
56
What stitch length should you use for a STANDARD seam?
6-8 stitches/inch
10-12 stitches/inch
2-3 stitches/inch
15-20 stitches/inch
57
When 3 layers of fabrics come together in a seam you reduce bulk by:
trimming
notching
grading
clipping
58
Which area of a garment indicates poor fit, when there is gapping between the buttons on a blouse?
shoulder
waist
bust
hips
59
A sleeve pattern needs to be shortened. Where should the change be made?
seam line
cutting line
sewing line
adjustment line
60
Austin wants to construct a pair of pajama pants. Which body measurement should he use to determine his pattern size?
bust/chest
waist
thigh
hip
61
What stitch length is for reinforced seams?
2-3 stitches per inch
6-8 stitches per inch
15-20 stitches per inch
10-12 stitches per inch
62
What is the non-woven fabric called that you can add to fabric to provide stability?
felt
interfacing
lace
muslin
63
Holds spools of thread
spool pins
hand wheel
presser foot
bobbin winder spindle
64
What are sergers used for?
just for decorative stitching.
to finish the edges of seams & for sewing knits.
to trim threads on sewing.
for regular sewing - works just like a sewing machine.
65
The proper technique for pressing seams is to:
raise and lower the iron onto the fabric
hold the iron in place as long as possible
iron with lots of pressure/back & forth
steam and do not touch the fabric
66
A method of controlling fullness used when two edges of fabric are slightly larger than the other is called?
gathering
easing
casing
pleats
67
Before and after you sew, the take up lever should be...
at the highest position
near the bottom
at the lowest position
in the middle
68
When you set down your scissors while working, you should...
set them on your lap
close the blades
place them on top of the sewing machine
place them near the edge of the counter
69
Standard body measurements used to select pattern sizes are conveniently found on the:
sewing guide sheet
sewing machine table tops
pattern envelope front
pattern envelope back
70
How should accurate body measurements be taken?
over standard undergarments
while wearing shoes with regular heels
over whatever clothing is worn that day
over no clothes at all
71
What additional fastener should be used at the top of a zipper to keep it from coming unzipped?
shank button
hook & eye
sew through button
snap
72
This seam is used on delicate or sheer fabrics
plain
topstitch
french
flat-felled
73
Type of fastener: double thread, stitching a button over a toothpick & creating a thread shank.
hook & eyes
shank button
snap
sew through button
74
What does a serger have that a sewing machine does not?
needle
knife
bobbin
thread
75
To reduce bulk in inward seam you would:
notch
trim
clip
grade
76
What should be in a pattern envelope?
buttons and zippers
interfacing and lace
threads and snaps
pattern and guide sheet
77
Jessica has a shirt that has tiny, soft folds of fabric at the top of her sleeves. This type of controlling fullness is?
easing
casing
gathering
pleats
78
This is the most common seam, 5/8", no seam finish
french
flat-felled
fancy
plain
79
If lining or interfacing is need for a garment, this information is found on the pattern:
catalogue
envelope back
guide sheet
envelope front
80
What are some of the differences between a serger & sewing machine?
All of the above!
Sergers do not have bobbins.
Sergers have a blade or knife for trimming.
Sergers have 3 or 4 threads.
81
You should NEVER place pins in/on...
their original container
a magnetic holder
your mouth or clothes
a pincushion
82
You would do this to the corners of something you were sewing to reduce bulk
grade the seam
trim the corners
clip the curve
notch the curve
83
What is the stitch length for a basting stitch?
15-20 stitches per inch
6-8 stitches per inch
2-3 stitches per inch
10-12 stitches per inch
84
Xavier broke the needle in his sewing machine. To replace it, he first needs to loosen the needle:
clamp screw
throat plate
needle plate
presser foot
85
John’s sewing machine is not stitching properly & is making a loud noise, so he stops immediately and tries this first
re-thread both the upper thread and bobbin
adjust the tension dials
call Mrs. May to help!
change his needle
86
To protect yourself while operating a sewing machine, you should
place a thimble on your thumb
wear appropriate clothing
wear lightweight goggles
wear an apron
87
Where should the measuring tape be placed to measure the bust or chest correctly?
from the neckbase to the smallest part of the bust/chest
under the arms & around fullest part of bust/chest
under the arms and below the bust or chest
over the arms nd around the fullest part of the bust
88
Each of the following is a good safety tip when sewing except...
keep your fingers away from the needle
use a slow speed when learning to sew
don't lean your face too close in case the needle breaks
sew over pins in your fabric
89
This pen shaped gadget is used to remove stitches from fabric, it has a small blade on one end.
thimble
tailor's ham
dressmaker's shears
seam ripper

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89 termsStudBud Administration368 plays

Flashcards89 cardsFPractice quizPHost liveL

Questions 89

Answers

1
What is "bird nesting"?
something birds do in trees
a technique for pulling strings through hoodies
the technique of putting your bobbin in the bobbin case
sewing machine problem where threads get tangled on the bottom of a seam
2
Great for light-weight to medium fabrics - turn 1/4"
zigzag
turned and stitched
pinked
serged/overlocked
3
You MUST have a serger if you are going to sew.
True
False
4
To obtain accurate body measurements:
ask the teacher to make an educated guess
work with a partner
compare one's measurements with a friends'
measure oneself
5
The proper technique for pressing seams is to:
raise and lower the iron onto the fabric
iron with lots of pressure/back & forth
steam and do not touch the fabric
hold the iron in place as long as possible
6
To avoid injury, all of the following should be done when threading the sewing machine, except
lower presser foot for ease of threading needle
leave machine off
have your foot on or near foot control
have take-up lever at highest position
7
How is the inseam measurement for pants determined?
add 1" to the desired measurement
compare measurements with classmates'
guess from numbers found on the pattern envelope
measure from the crotch along inside leg to desired length
8
The pattern identification number can be found on the:
sewing kit
sewing machine
envelope front
cashier's check-out tape
9
Stevi needs a zipper for a pillow. Where on the back of pattern envelope should she look?
notions
yardage chart
suggested fabrics
written descriptions
10
If your sewing machine thread is breaking, you should first take a look around the area where the thread is breaking.
True
False
11
To reduce bulk in an outward seam you would:
notch
clip
grade
trim
12
Which direction should you never rip when using the seam ripper?
towards yourself
towards the sewing machine
away from yourself
downwards
13
The amount of fabric needed to make a project is found on what chart on the pattern envelope?
body measurements
garment completion
yardage
notions
14
What is the correct procedure for taking the back waist length?
measure side from waistline string to desired length
measure the circumference 7" to 9" below the waist
measure from the waist at center back to desired length
measure from bone at base of the neck to the waistline
15
A drawing or photograph that shows the style the pattern will make is found on the:
pattern pieces
envelope front
inside flap of the envelope
teacher's handbook
16
What type of interfacing is sewn in using a basting stitch?
sew-in or non-fusible
iron on
glued
fusible
17
You use pinking shears for this seam finish
zig-zag
turned & stitched
stitched & pinked
serged or overlocked
18
What do dotted lines on a pattern piece indicate?
adjustment line
seamline
cutting line
fold line
19
When not in use, the iron should be resting on
it's side
the soleplate
the floor
the heel
20
What type of interfacing is applied with an iron?
fusible
glued
non-fusible
tear-away
21
Standard seam allowance is:
1/4"
1/2"
5/8"
1"
22
What diagram on the guide sheet shows how to arrange the different pattern pieces on fabric?
basting layout
pressing layout
cutting layout
sewing layout
23
What is something that you do to the edges of your seam allowance to keep them from fraying?
grade
enclose
trim
seam finish
24
Men's dress shirts are sized according to:
inseam and wrist size
neck size and arm length
chest and waist measurement
back waist length
25
When grading a seam allowance the widest seam allowance is next to the outside of the garment
False
True
26
Sergers and Sewing Machines are alike in what ways?
both have knives/blades for trimming fabric as you sew.
both use a bobbin.
both have needle plate and hand wheel.
both use 3 or more threads.
27
What is a great seam finish for knits?
serge
zig zag edge
turned & stitched
pinked
28
To use the tape measure for basic body measurements, be sure this tool is:
at least 2" long
bound with fabric
held snug, but not tight
held very loosely in all areas
29
Which step should be completed first when making buttons/buttonholes?
make the thread shank
stitch the buttonholes
sew the button on
attach the snap
30
This quick and easy seam finish is great for knit fabrics
zigzag
turned & stitched
pinked
stitched & pinked
31
What are the most common causes of bird nesting?
bobbin is not loaded correctly
All of the above
machine is not threaded properly
you are using the wrong type of needle for your fabric.
32
When grading a seam allowance the widest seam allowance is next to the outside of the garment
True
False
33
Lisa's hips are 38" and her waist is 27". What size should she make in a the View A skirt?
16
12
10
14
34
This seam is strong and decorative and found on your denim jeans
french
flat-felled
plain
seam
35
What nylon tape fastener used in making a wallet is machine stitched in place.
buttons/buttonholes
hook & loop tape
hook & eye
snaps
36
Susie wears a size 6 skirt & she loves a printed fabric that is 45" wide. If she wants to make skirt A, how much fabric?
2 1/2 yards
1 3/4 yards
2 1/4 yards
2 yards
37
Added fullness, beyond wearing ease, that is incorporated by a designer to create a particular silhouette or shape is?
comfort ease
fullness
unisex
design ease
38
To take the hip measurement, the take measure should be placed:
around the fullest part of the hip
with 3-4" of ease
as tightly as possible
exactly 5" below the waist
39
Jane notices a line with arrows at each end in the center of her pattern pieces. Which pattern symbol is this?
square, dot or triangle
buttonhole
notch
grainline
40
Great for all fabrics, uses the overlock machine which sews, cuts and finishes all in one
zigzag
turned & stitched
serged
pinked
41
This regulates the starting, running, and stopping of the machine
bobbin case
thread guides
foot control
bobbin winder
42
A triangular fold of fabric stitched to a point which often points to our fullest parts on garments is called?
casing
gathering
dart
easing
43
The proper way to end a serged seam is to:
use the automatic thread cutter
chain off
raise the presser foot and pull out the fabric
stop quickly and use scissors to cut the chain really short
44
Where on the pattern envelope are details about the apparel item?
suggested fabrics
yardage
written descriptions
notions
45
Velcro®, a fastener that is made from nylon and has 2 parts that interlock, generic name is:
hook & loop tape
bodkin
ball & socket
hook & eyes
46
What patterns are designed for either males or females?
juniors
boys
unisex
petite
47
When laying out a pattern, what measuring tool is used to check the grain line?
tracing wheel
tape measure
tailor's chalk
seam ripper
48
A row of stitching that will be visible on the outside of the finished garment is called?
under stitching
stay stitching
standard stitching
top stitching
49
Part of the guidesheet that shows how to correctly place the pattern pieces on the fabric?
pattern sketch
cutting layout
variant
guide sheet
50
Brianna wants to make a knit skirt. She choses to use a serger because it performs all of these steps at the same time:
wash, dry, fold
Trim, seam, and finish
Seam, fold, and finish
Cut, sew, clip
51
Monica is shopping for a dress on the Internet & has to provide body measurements to determine her size. Which is best?
waist
bust
hip
arm length
52
Care instructions for fabric can be found on the:
pattern envelope
bolt for the fabric
selvege of the fabric
receipt
53
Row or line of stitching resulting in holding 2 layers of fabric together is called a
finish
stitch
seam
plain
54
Luis created a pair of pajama pants and folded down the top to form a "tunnel" for his elastic. This would be called a?
Self casing
Applied casing
55
The best way to hand a pair of scissors to a classmate is by...
extending the closed blade first
extending with open blades facing you
extending the handle first
sliding them along the floor or counter
56
What stitch length should you use for a STANDARD seam?
6-8 stitches/inch
10-12 stitches/inch
2-3 stitches/inch
15-20 stitches/inch
57
When 3 layers of fabrics come together in a seam you reduce bulk by:
trimming
notching
grading
clipping
58
Which area of a garment indicates poor fit, when there is gapping between the buttons on a blouse?
shoulder
waist
bust
hips
59
A sleeve pattern needs to be shortened. Where should the change be made?
seam line
cutting line
sewing line
adjustment line
60
Austin wants to construct a pair of pajama pants. Which body measurement should he use to determine his pattern size?
bust/chest
waist
thigh
hip
61
What stitch length is for reinforced seams?
2-3 stitches per inch
6-8 stitches per inch
15-20 stitches per inch
10-12 stitches per inch
62
What is the non-woven fabric called that you can add to fabric to provide stability?
felt
interfacing
lace
muslin
63
Holds spools of thread
spool pins
hand wheel
presser foot
bobbin winder spindle
64
What are sergers used for?
just for decorative stitching.
to finish the edges of seams & for sewing knits.
to trim threads on sewing.
for regular sewing - works just like a sewing machine.
65
The proper technique for pressing seams is to:
raise and lower the iron onto the fabric
hold the iron in place as long as possible
iron with lots of pressure/back & forth
steam and do not touch the fabric
66
A method of controlling fullness used when two edges of fabric are slightly larger than the other is called?
gathering
easing
casing
pleats
67
Before and after you sew, the take up lever should be...
at the highest position
near the bottom
at the lowest position
in the middle
68
When you set down your scissors while working, you should...
set them on your lap
close the blades
place them on top of the sewing machine
place them near the edge of the counter
69
Standard body measurements used to select pattern sizes are conveniently found on the:
sewing guide sheet
sewing machine table tops
pattern envelope front
pattern envelope back
70
How should accurate body measurements be taken?
over standard undergarments
while wearing shoes with regular heels
over whatever clothing is worn that day
over no clothes at all
71
What additional fastener should be used at the top of a zipper to keep it from coming unzipped?
shank button
hook & eye
sew through button
snap
72
This seam is used on delicate or sheer fabrics
plain
topstitch
french
flat-felled
73
Type of fastener: double thread, stitching a button over a toothpick & creating a thread shank.
hook & eyes
shank button
snap
sew through button
74
What does a serger have that a sewing machine does not?
needle
knife
bobbin
thread
75
To reduce bulk in inward seam you would:
notch
trim
clip
grade
76
What should be in a pattern envelope?
buttons and zippers
interfacing and lace
threads and snaps
pattern and guide sheet
77
Jessica has a shirt that has tiny, soft folds of fabric at the top of her sleeves. This type of controlling fullness is?
easing
casing
gathering
pleats
78
This is the most common seam, 5/8", no seam finish
french
flat-felled
fancy
plain
79
If lining or interfacing is need for a garment, this information is found on the pattern:
catalogue
envelope back
guide sheet
envelope front
80
What are some of the differences between a serger & sewing machine?
All of the above!
Sergers do not have bobbins.
Sergers have a blade or knife for trimming.
Sergers have 3 or 4 threads.
81
You should NEVER place pins in/on...
their original container
a magnetic holder
your mouth or clothes
a pincushion
82
You would do this to the corners of something you were sewing to reduce bulk
grade the seam
trim the corners
clip the curve
notch the curve
83
What is the stitch length for a basting stitch?
15-20 stitches per inch
6-8 stitches per inch
2-3 stitches per inch
10-12 stitches per inch
84
Xavier broke the needle in his sewing machine. To replace it, he first needs to loosen the needle:
clamp screw
throat plate
needle plate
presser foot
85
John’s sewing machine is not stitching properly & is making a loud noise, so he stops immediately and tries this first
re-thread both the upper thread and bobbin
adjust the tension dials
call Mrs. May to help!
change his needle
86
To protect yourself while operating a sewing machine, you should
place a thimble on your thumb
wear appropriate clothing
wear lightweight goggles
wear an apron
87
Where should the measuring tape be placed to measure the bust or chest correctly?
from the neckbase to the smallest part of the bust/chest
under the arms & around fullest part of bust/chest
under the arms and below the bust or chest
over the arms nd around the fullest part of the bust
88
Each of the following is a good safety tip when sewing except...
keep your fingers away from the needle
use a slow speed when learning to sew
don't lean your face too close in case the needle breaks
sew over pins in your fabric
89
This pen shaped gadget is used to remove stitches from fabric, it has a small blade on one end.
thimble
tailor's ham
dressmaker's shears
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