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An Arrow Stitch is a spaced triangular stitch, which is used as a decorative touch on projects. When stitched close together (tight as in satin stitching), to add strength at strain areas of a garment.
An A-Line Skirt is a garment, which is smaller at the waist than the hem. The term A-Line is used because the skirt resembles the shape of the letter A.
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Chicken Scratch is a technique of embroidering on gingham, using the squares of gingham as a guide. Creating a unique and interesting effect, as shown in the picture to the left.
A perfect tool for pushing corners into good form, pushing cuff corners, or any item which requires turning. Chopsticks are a good tool because they are blunt and there so there is no worries about them poking through. An example of this is if you have sewn collar right sides together and cut the triangle off the top, chopsticks can be used to create a tight tip to each side of the collar by pushing inside it.
A tracing wheel is a instrument which is used in conjunction with tracing paper is placed on the fabric with the “ink” side down, the pattern markings that need to be transferred placed upon the paper, and then the markings are traced with the wheel. It should be noted that extra care must be provided when using a tracing wheel as pressing too hard can cause harm. Additionally tracing ink is not always washable, and is something which must be considered before usage.
A top stitch is a decorative occasionally functional stitch which is typically ¼” of the edge from the seam. The seam is visible because is on top of the project (ie topstitching is visible on the picture of the jacket located to the side of this description). Another example would be a when a vest is turned a person may stitch 1/4” from the edge on top of the garment to create further stabilization. This type of stitching can be done with similar or contrasting colored thread to create further decorative effects.
A muslin is an inexpensive woven fabric typically used for a variety of reasons including:
- Making Draft Garments
- Creating Trial Garments
- Making Crafts
- Making Back Quilts